I can rejoice in the Lord of my life People need shelter when Satan starts his show But I've got a God who can handle anything he throws I can rejoice in the Lord of my life Hallelujah Choruses and praises of our King I know voices can release the heart when you hear his people sing I can rejoice in the Lord of my life (Sing it, sing it, sing it again ya'all) I can rejoice in the Lord of my life (I can rejoice, I can rejoice) Simple lessons I learned as a boy Messages of mercy are still in my heart Well you know I may stumble, but I still have the joy Of knowing His forgiveness is what sets me apart From the world, it's searching for peace and honest love I'm glad the Holy Spirit's here to help me through this mud I can rejoice in the Lord of my life (I can learn to rejoice, that will always be my choice) Simple things become extreme when facing them alone Must keep the Lord in full control, always think of my home I can rejoice in the Lord of my life (I can rejoice) I can rejoice in the Lord of my life (I can rejoice, I can rejoice) When the wordly pressures captivate your time Simple pleasures seem to hide But genuine wonders are found in His kingdom So make the decision to enjoy the ride Anytime you're feeling lonely focus on His joy When the time comes for your understanding Peace will conquer your painful tears Endless comfort as the Lord draws nearer A time is coming when all the world's gonna know The gracious one who gave His Son, visual and behold I can rejoice in the Lord of my life (I will praise Him all my days, that will always be my way) Don't be second guessing what Scripture has in stone By sharing in his suffering, we will share his home. I can rejoice in the Lord of my life (Sing it, sing it, sing it again ya'all) I can rejoice in the Lord of my life (He is still the savior and king, just as he was in the beginning) I can rejoice in the Lord of my life (He is the way, the only way, I've got things to be glad about) I can rejoice in the Lord of my life I can rejoice in the Lord of my life I can rejoice in the Lord of my life Scriptural Reference: "And we rejoice in hope of the glory of God." Romans 5:2b