The Blood and The River

Been down to the river, the muddy river to pray
Stayed on my knees most all the day
But I had to die to call on his name
Let the blood and the river wash my sin away

Take heart, my brother, don’t dwell today
On things you’ve done or words you say
Make the Lord the lord of your heart to stay
He will take the guilt of your past away

Been down to the river, the muddy river to pray
Stayed on my knees most all the day
But I had to die to call on his name
Let the blood and the river wash my sin away

Oh grieving sister, cry no more tears
Take the shield of faith, and lay down your fears
For the King of kings sits on his throne
And his loving arm will lead us home

Been down to the river, the muddy river to pray
Stayed on my knees most all the day
But I had to die to call on his name
Let the blood and the river wash my sin away