Take Up My Cause

Take up my cause and fight for me, Lord,

For I cannot wage this war.

See all the evil that hinders me,

And beats me down to the floor.

Strike with your mighty fists a blow,

Deliver my soul from disgrace.

Give me a faith that trusts in You,

And let me see Your face.

Take up my cause and fight for me, Lord,

Redeem me through Your prayers.

Plead my case, before Your throne

And drive out all my fears.

Fall upon enemies of my heart;

Drive them out to the sea.

Give me Your hand and lift me up,

And save me eternally.

Take up my cause and fight for me, Lord,

Starve out the sin in me.

Rend every thought that feeds my crime,

And teach me to be free.

Help Thou the unbelief in me,

Sustain Your peace in my heart.

Give me respite from the torments within,

And command the evil depart.

Take up my cause and fight for me, Lord,

For victory I plead.

Create a new heart within me, Lord

And this will be all I need.