Chorus 1:
Persecuted, but not forsaken.
Cast down, but not destroyed.
I have something this world can't take
Away from me.

(Repeat Chorus 1)


Verse 1:
No matter how hard you try, you can take it
I may even have to cry, but I'll make it.
There's joy for my sorrows, hope for tomorrow,
I have something this world can't take away.
I've been...

(Chorus 1)


Verse 2:
In the midst of my trials I will be all right
In the midst of my pain,
I know I will, I'll survive.
There's joy for my sorrows,
I have hope for tomorrow,
I have something this world can't take away.
I've been...


Chorus 2:
Persecuted, but not forsaken.
Cast down, but not destroyed.
I have something this world can't take (3x)
Away from me.



Bridge:
Can't take my joy away! (3x)
I'm a survivor! I'll make it! (2x)
I'll make it! (6x)


Ending:
Can't take my joy away! [Repeat several times]