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Made Me Glad
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Jul 20, 2026 updated
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Hillsong United's song 'You Are My Strength' is a declaration of trust and reliance on God. The lyrics express blessing the Lord forever and trusting Him at all times, acknowledging His deliverance from fear and His firm foundation. The chorus lists God as shield, strength, portion, deliverer, shelter, strong tower, and present help in times of need. The second verse affirms that there is none in heaven or earth desired besides God, who brings gladness. The song reflects themes of faith, God's protection, and personal devotion, drawing from Psalm 27 and Psalm 73.
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Verse 1
I will bless the Lord forever
I will trust Him at all times
He has delivered me from all fear
He set my feet upon a rock
I will not be moved
And I'll say of the Lord
Chorus
You are my shield
My strength
My portion
Deliverer
My shelter
Strong tower
My very present help in time of need
Verse 2
Whom have I in heaven but You
There's none I desire besides You
You have made me glad
And I'll say of the Lord