Verse 1

The Lord stays close when hearts are torn

He saves the crushed, the lost, forlorn

I’m drenched in tears through endless nights

"How long, O Lord?" I plead for light

Pre-Chorus

But I will sing Your mercy’s song

At dawn my hope in You is strong

You are my Rock, my Fortress true

My life, my breath, restored by You

Chorus

By the river of mercy I will rest

You restore my soul, my weary breast

Behold! You make all things brand new

You turn my pain to morning dew

By the river of mercy, I am free

Your grace, my endless victory!

Verse 2

Your faithful love won’t fade away

New every morning, day by day

You heal the wounds no one can see

Your mercy shapes eternity

Pre-Chorus 2

I sought You, Lord - You heard my cry

You drew me close, taught me to fly

In You alone I place my trust

Your promise lifts me from the dust

Chorus

By the river of mercy I will rest

You restore my soul, my weary breast

Behold! You make all things brand new

You turn my pain to morning dew

By the river of mercy, I am free

Your grace, my endless victory!

Bridge

God will wipe all tears away

Deserts bloom in bright array

Those who sow with weeping eyes

Will reap with joy in paradise

Outro

Give thanks! For He is good and just

Sing, Zion - rise up from the dust

Shout, Israel - your God is near

The River’s sound - your victory’s here