Based off an old hymn by Francis Ridley Havergal, this song is a collaboration with guitarist @Tommaso-Strada. Cover art by Tiffany Diaz.

The theme is of communion with Jesus and recognizing not only His sacrifice on our behalf but of our ongoing relationship with Him. He is the Savior of the lost without whom we would be nothing.

Note: The lyrics below are the final revision. If you would like a copy of the sheet music, you can download it here: https://www.keepandshare.com/doc20/24545/i-could-not-do-without-thee-final-pdf-41k?da=y

I Could Not Do Without Thee
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I could not do without Thee
O, Savior of the lost 
Whose precious blood redeemed me 
At such tremendous cost 
Thy righteousness, Thy pardon
Thy wondrous love must be 
My only lasting comfort
Hope, glory and my plea

Savior of the lost! 
Savior of the lost! 
My hope abides in Thy sacrifice
O, Savior of the lost! 

I could not do without Thee
I cannot stand alone
I have no strength nor goodness 
Nor wisdom of my own. 
Yet in my darkest hour 
Thy grace is there for me
In weakness or in power
Still I rely on Thee

I could not do without Thee
For no one else can see 
My spirit's hidden longings
Interpreting its need
No human heart can enter 
Each dim recess of mine 
Or know and soothe and calm it
O, Blessed Lord, like Thine

(Chorus)

I could not do without Thee
Lord Jesus, Shepherd, Friend
When eyes are cloaked in worry
Thy comfort is at hand
And in Thy sweet communion 
My lonely soul is blessed
For Thou are joy eternal 
Yes, everlasting rest!

(Chorus)

I Could Not Do Without Thee

I Could Not Do Without Thee (Feat. Tommaso Strada)

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