My Shield and My Glory

 

You are my shield and my glory

I lean on you when I feel blue

If only I was righteous and holy

If only my life aligned in truth

Do you see me act like a fool

Love me the times I offend you 

Show mercy when I go astray

Hear me cry out to you in pain 

I do not fear a slandering wind

Or when I fall short deep sin

When I follow the wrong lead

Direct line to certain misery

My heart knows that in the end

I will call upon my dear friend

He will reach and extend to me

The grace of healing victory 

When you lay me down to sleep

My soul at rest will be set free

You are my shield and my glory 

Joyfully, lovingly, waiting on me