Promises
Words and music by Carrollton, Ben Backus and Ross King
[Intro]
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[Verse 1]
Bb Eb Bb
I know You hear me even when my voice runs out
F Eb Bb
Every whisper every shout I know You hear
Bb Eb Bb
You say You’re near me whenever I draw near to You
F Bb
Lord Your promises are true, I know You’re near
F Bb
Lord Your promises are true, I know You’re near
[Chorus]
Gm Eb
I’m holding on to what You said
Bb Dm
You will not leave me, no You won’t forget
Gm Eb
You come through like You said You would
Bb Dm Bb
I’m holding on for You are good, for You are good
[Verse 2]
Bb Eb Bb
I know You lead me every step along the way
F Eb Bb
The darkest nights and brightest days, I know You lead
Bb Eb Bb
Oh You forgive me When I call upon Your grace
F Bb
I don't have to hide my face ‘cause You forgive
F Bb
I don't have to hide my face ‘cause You forgive
[Chorus 2]
Gm Eb
I’m holding on to what You said
Bb Dm
You will not leave me, no You won’t forget
Gm Eb
You come through like You said You would
Bb Dm Bb
I’m holding on for You are good, for You are good
[Bridge]
Eb F Gm Gm F Bb
When I can’t find a place to stand
Eb Gm Bb/D Eb
All other ground is sinking sand
Eb F Gm Gm F Bb
I’m hold-ing to your pro - mis - es
Eb Gm F Bb
My hope is built on nothing less
Eb Gm F Bb
My hope is built on nothing less
Gm Eb Bb Dm
I'm holding on... (To Chorus)
[Chorus 3]
Gm Eb
I’m holding on to what You said
Bb Dm
You will not leave me, no You won’t forget
Gm Eb
You come through like You said You would
Bb Dm Bb
I’m holding on for You are good, for You are good
Out Chorus
Bb
I’m holding on to what You said
You will not leave me, no You won’t for - get
Bb
You come through like You said You would
I’m holding on for You are good, for You are good