Be Near Me, Bethany Dillon

[lyrafleur]

I follow all the rules,
Well at least I'm trying.
Hoping when my days are through,
You will be pleased.

I've lived the longest days,
thinking my heart will soothe back
Too scared to look in your face,
Oh if only I had.

And is it all right
If I stay here all night,
By the shoreline?

I cannot believe you are angry or unjust.
You've done nothing but have compassion on us.
So be near when I cannot be near me.

I'm just like everyone else,
We are all hiding.
Acting like I have a wealth
Of knowledge and Peace.

But all I've ever wanted,
And what men have given their lives for,
Is a God who understands my weaknesses,
A God that I can love.

Is it alright
if I stay here all night
by the shore line?

I cannot believe you are angry or unjust
You have done nothing but have compassion on us.
So be near me when I cannot be near me.

I believe you are good, and righteous.
You've given me your wreckless love,
So be near, be near me.