[Verse 1] [warm female alto R&B lead] The Lord is my portion I promise to obey Your words [piano chords enter] I sought Your favor with my whole heart Be merciful to me according to Your word I considered my ways, turned my steps back I hurried, I did not delay to obey Your commandments [Chorus] [full band, female lead with rich smooth layered harmonies] You are my portion My strength in the midnight You are my portion Holding the line When the dark presses in I remember Your word You are my portion And I will obey [Verse 2] [bass and drums continue] The ropes of the wicked bind me But I will not forget At midnight I rise to give You thanks Because of Your righteous ordinances I walk with those who fear You Those who keep Your word [Chorus] The earth is full of Your loving kindness Teach me Your statutes The earth is full of Your loving kindness Teach me Your statutes [Final Chorus] You are my portion My strength in the midnight You are my portion Steady and sure When the dark presses in I remember Your word I rise, I move I will obey [Short Ending — one final musical hit, no fade, no extended outro]
