[Lyric] Hope Pt. 3 (Michael W. Smith)

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"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."

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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

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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
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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

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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

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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
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