Second Shot of Grace

[Verse 1] I was carryin’ a past that felt heavy on my back, Days with no joy, nights painted black. Walkin’ the wrong road, wanderin’ off track, But God stepped in and gave me somethin’ I lacked. A second shot at life, a brand new start, A gracious new beginning for my weary heart. [Chorus] ’Cause hope rises up in the livin’ God, Steady and strong when I give Him a nod. Jesus Christ handed me that second shot, Said, “Come on child, give it all you’ve got.” I’m walkin’ in His ways, where the future’s bright, A life made new in His perfect light. [Verse 2] He laid my debts down at the foot of the Cross, Broke death’s power so I’d never feel lost. Now I’m standin’ in freedom, redeemed and understood, A new life that’s better, a life that’s good. It stretches on forever, secure and true, A promise that holds me and carries me through. [Chorus] ’Cause hope rises up in the livin’ God, Steady and strong when I give Him a nod. Jesus Christ handed me that second shot, Said, “Come on child, give it all you’ve got.” I’m walkin’ in His ways, where the future’s bright, A life made new in His perfect light. [Bridge] So I lift my voice in praise today, To the ONE who set us free all the way. Grace for you and grace for me, A country road hymn of victory. [Final Chorus] Yeah, hope rises up in the livin’ God, Steady and strong when the storms hit hard. Jesus Christ gave me that second shot, And I’m runnin’ with joy for all He bought. Now and forever, I’m walkin’ free— By His grace, by His love, eternally.