Persecuted, but not forsaken Cast down, but not destroyed I have something this world can't take Away from me No matter how hard you try, you can take it I may even have to cry, but I'll make it There's joy for my sorrows, hope for tomorrow I have something this world can't take away I've been In the midst of my trials I will be all right In the midst of my pain I know I will, I'll survive There's joy for my sorrows I have hope for tomorrow I have something this world can't take away I've been Persecuted, but not forsaken Cast down, but not destroyed I have something this world can't take Away from me Can't take my joy away I'm a survivor, I'll make it I'll make it Can't take my joy away