Take Heart for Christ Is Near
“My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand. My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; and no one is able to snatch them out of My Father’s hand. I and My Father are one.”
(John 10:27–30)
VERSE
1. Here in this world
We live each day
Yet as sojourners
Christ leads us on
To glory and
Our destiny assures
VERSE
2. Each day may bring
Its joys and pains
Yet by faith we know
God holds us in
His loving hands
He will not let us go.
CHORUS
This journey leads to glory
Take heart and do not fear
Our Shepherd’s with us always
Take heart for Christ is near
VERSE
3. Though days grow dark
The pathway dim
Yet the Lord still reigns
So walk by faith
Stay in the fight
For this our God ordains
VERSE
4. Though victory seems
A distant dream
Yet it is assured
Keep watch, believe
Cease not from prayer
For God will keep His Word
CHORUS
This journey leads to glory
Take heart and do not fear
Our Shepherd’s with us always
Take heart for Christ is near
VERSE
5. A little while
We must endure
Yet the dawn is near
When darkness fades
And we shall see
God’s glory bright and fair
VERSE
6. Though trials come
And tears rain down
Yet we lift our praise
For one day soon
We all shall be
At home with Christ always
CHORUS
This journey leads to glory
Take heart and do not fear
Our Shepherd’s with us always
Take heart for Christ is near
TAG
He’s with us now and always
Take heart for Christ is near
"Take Heart for Christ Is Near"
WORDS: Ken Puls, May 24, 2025
MUSIC: Ken Puls, May 24, 2025
THEME: Christ’s Presence and Guidance through Life’s Journey
For my Dad who finished his journey and is now home with Christ in glory.
Words and Music ©2025 Kenneth A Puls
This song is featured on the EP Album: “Take Heart for Christ Is Near”
Now streaming on all your favorite platforms.
Permission is granted to churches to make additional copies
of the lyrics and sheet music for this song for use in worship.
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