BE NOT AFRAID
Service-ready courage anthem for youth groups. 76 BPM (152 feel optional), bright acoustic + piano, steady kick, handclaps in chorus, warm electric swells. Chorus is simple, memorable, and repeatable. Short bridge with choir lift. Female lead melody, congregation unison. Key A (easy to transpose). Church-safe, hopeful, commissioning tone.
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Lyrics
[Intro 8bars]
When the night feels long
You are still here
[Verse 1]
When the waves are rising
And my hands are weak
When the world is shouting
And I can’t find peace
You say “I am with you”
You say “Do not fear”
So I lift my eyes to Heaven
You are near
[Pre-Chorus]
Your perfect love
It drives out fear
[Chorus]
Be not afraid
Be not afraid
The Lord is with you
He makes a way
Be not afraid
Be not afraid
Hold to His promise
Stand in His Name
[Interlude 4bars]
Be not afraid
[Verse 2]
When the fire is pressing
And I feel alone
When the road is costly
And I want to go home
You don’t leave the faithful
You don’t let go
You give me strength for today
And hope for tomorrow
[Pre-Chorus]
Your perfect love
It drives out fear
[Chorus]
Be not afraid
Be not afraid
The Lord is with you
He makes a way
Be not afraid
Be not afraid
Hold to His promise
Stand in His Name
[Bridge]
Strong and courageous
That’s what You said
Not by my power
But by Your breath
I will not tremble
I will not run
Jesus, my Savior
You have overcome
[Chorus]
Be not afraid
Be not afraid
The Lord is with you
He makes a way
Be not afraid
Be not afraid
Hold to His promise
Stand in His Name
[Outro,Fade out]
Be not afraid
You are with us