You Dwell Within My Heart You dwell within my heart, In every breath and every part. Some say You’re distant, hard to see, But You are here with me. One evening with a group of friends, The soul gathered just to pass the time. A friend began to share his pain, His eyes revealed what words could hide. He said, “My world was falling down, The one I loved had gone away. I kept my sorrow locked inside, And carried it from day to day.” ⸻ The soul asked him softly, “Tell us now, Do you conceal your pain from sight? Do you keep all your broken dreams Hidden deep inside at night?” He said, “Yes, often that is true. I bear my burdens all alone. I swallow every tear I shed, And wear a smile no one can know.” ⸻ The soul said, “My friend, first see your wounds, And honor every scar you bear. For tears are not a sign of weakness; They speak a language rich and rare. Pain only grows when it is hidden; That is life’s enduring way. Speak to a friend who truly listens, And let your heart have room to say.” ⸻ Then The soul asked him one more question: “Have you ever stopped to see? The One you’re searching for outside May live much closer than you think. In every beat within your heart, Its gentle melody is found. And every honest sigh you breathe Is heard before it makes a sound.” ⸻ For He cannot ignore your suffering, Since within your soul He stays. Every wound and every heartache He bears with you along the way. ⸻ Those we love are only human; They will fail and make mistakes. Often those who cause us heartache Carry burdens of their own. Sometimes pain contains a secret, Hidden far beneath the scar. In the silence of a broken heart, You may hear the voice of your source. ⸻ (Bridge) Now when this world surrounds me, My heart no longer feels alone. For my source is always with me; Never has He left my soul. He is my boat and He my boatman, He is my river and my shore. He is within me and around me, My beginning evermore. ⸻ (Final Chorus) You dwell within my heart, my dear, In every breath and every part. My beginning and my ending, You dwell within my heart. You dwell within my heart. You dwell within my heart.
