Right Now, Right Here

O God, how can I fear when I'm with You,
How can I be afraid when You're with me,
when every word I say I hope is true,
since every word is for eternity?
Your presence, Lord, can banish all my fears,
my heart takes courage when I know You're near,
no need for terror, trembling or for tears,
my faith's enough that You're right now, right here.
I step into Your light, no need to hide,
You show Your face to me, I lift up mine,
my hand You take just like my heart inside,
near Your divinity, I'm more divine.
With You, Lord, near, right now, right here's my space,
no fear for sure while I'm in Your bright grace.

                                -- by Pete Voelz      8/09