Hope, Pt. 3 - Michael W. Smith, Jim Daneker

For I know the plans I have for you,"declares the Lord

«Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.»

So do not fear for I am with you

Do not be dismayed, for I am your God

I will strengthen you and help you

I will uphold you with my righteous right hand

Create in me a pure heart, O God

And renew a steadfast spirit within me

Do not cast me from Your presence

Or take Your Holy Spirit from me

Restore to me the joy of Your salvation

And grant me a willing spirit to sustain me

Open my lips, Lord

And my mouth will declare Your praise

You do not delight in sacrifice, or I would bring it

You do not take pleasure in burnt offerings

My sacrifice, O God, is a broken spirit

A broken and contrite heart

You, God, will not despise

I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made

Your works are wonderful, I know that full well

Taste and see that the Lord is good

Blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him

He lifted me out of the slimy pit

Out of the mud and mire

He set my feet on a rock

And gave me a firm place to stand

He put a new song in my mouth

A hymn of praise to our God

Many will see and fear of Lord and put their trust in Him