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A Shelter in The Time Of Storm - Oh Jesus is A Rock in A Weary Land

By Patti Drennan

4,476 views Jun 16, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Patti Drennan's choral arrangement of 'A Shelter in the Time of Storm' is a classic hymn that portrays Jesus as a secure refuge amid life's trials. The lyrics emphasize God's protection, comparing Him to a rock and shelter that provides safety from storms, fears, and foes. The repeated refrain 'Jesus is a Rock in a weary land' reinforces the theme of divine stability and comfort. This song draws on biblical imagery of God as a refuge, echoing passages like Psalm 61:3. It offers reassurance to believers facing difficulties, encouraging trust in God's unwavering presence and care.

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The Lord?s our Rock, in Him we hide,

A Shelter in the time of storm;

Secure whatever ill betide,

A Shelter in the time of storm.


Oh, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land,

A weary land, a weary land;

Oh, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land,

A Shelter in the time of storm.


A shade by day, defense by night,

A Shelter in the time of storm;

No fears alarm, no foes afright,

A Shelter in the time of storm. 


Oh, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land,

A weary land, a weary land;

Oh, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land,

A Shelter in the time of storm.


The raging storms may round us beat,

A Shelter in the time of storm;

We?ll never leave our safe Retreat,

A Shelter in the time of storm.


Oh, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land,

A weary land, a weary land;

Oh, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land,

A Shelter in the time of storm.


O Rock divine, O Refuge dear,

A Shelter in the time of storm;

Be Thou our Helper ever near,

A Shelter in the time of storm. 


Oh, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land,

A weary land, a weary land;

Oh, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land,

A Shelter in the time of storm.

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