I thought I would introduce myself here with a song that was recently completed. It is based on an exposition of Psalm 16:8-11, and it is called "When You Are Near." My family and I travel full time, preaching and singing the gospel. The audio is a practice session recording that was recorded for a friend that was going through a rough time the very day after finishing the song. I hope it is a blessing...

[Verse 1]
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When anxious thoughts disturb my sleep
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and grief would turn my faith to fear
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I look to you my living priest
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and rest in hope, for you are near

[Chorus]
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O Love Divine! You stooped to share
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My sharpest pains, my bitterest tear,
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I bring to You my earthly care,
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and all is well, all is well

[Verse 2]
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When threatened by the darkest day,
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the thought of You dispels my fear.
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Though all the world assaults my way
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still all is well, when You are near

[Verse 3]
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When sleep has come to take my breath
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My waiting heart expects to hear
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Arise my child!
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Arise my child I conquered death
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and all is well,
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all is well, for I am near