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Stay (Orphan's Song)
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Aug 12, 2026 updated
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Brian Doerksen's song "Stay (Orphan's Song)" is a tender worship ballad expressing the deep security and peace found in God's fatherly love. The lyrics use the powerful imagery of an orphan being adopted to illustrate the believer's relationship with God, who welcomes them into His family. The song emphasizes resting in God's presence, finding peace in His embrace, and longing for His closeness. It conveys themes of adoption, belonging, and the comforting assurance of God's care, making it a heartfelt expression of trust and intimacy with the Father.
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Will you hold me in Your arms
As I rest on Your knee, won't You tell me my favorite story
I was an orphan, You adopted me
As I listen to Your voice the blessing surrounds me
I know I'm Yours, I'm so glad You found me
I was an orphan, You adopted me
Wrap your strong arms around me
This is my peace
Father, stay close by me
Stay
As I look in Your eyes I see such kindness
Nothing in the world is anything like this
I was an orphan, You adopted me
Wrap your strong arms around me
This is my peace
Father, stay close by me
Wrap your strong arms around me
This is my peace
Father, stay close by me
Stay