WHEN I RISE

When I rise before the dawning of the day,

I will ask for God's help along the way.
As I serve my Lord in any way I can,
I'll be holding to His hand when I rise.

(Ladies: Lead me ever in Your righteousness;

Set my feet on that solid rock of faith.
Light my path with truth that shines so bright;
Give me strength, your work to do along life's way.)

When I rise before the dawning of the day,

I will ask for God's help along the way.
As I serve my Lord in any way I can,
I'll be holding to His hand when I rise.

(Men: Seeking God's own perfect will for me,

Lifting every need to Him in prayer each day.
Seeking songs, dispelling fear and doubt,
Trusting Jesus Christ to wipe each tear away.)

When I rise before the dawning of the day,

I will ask for God's help along the way.
As I serve my Lord in any way I can,
I'll be holding to His hand when I rise.

When I rise before the dawning of the day,

I will ask for God's help along the way.
As I serve my Lord in any way I can,
I'll be holding to His hand when I rise.
I'll be holding to His hand when I rise.
When I rise.