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Protect My Child

from Collaborator by Larry Norman

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I've got no throne and no connections
I've always wanted it to be that way
You've got the power and the resurrection
I'm getting ready for the judgement day
Gentle Jesus, mercy mild
Heaven help me to protect my child

Protect my child
Set him free
Give him refuge
And liberty
Soften the pain
Stop the fear
We're all prisoners in this world
'Til you come back and let us out of here

He's growing up in a world divided
I never thought that it would be like this
Long ago before the stars collided
He had the love above, a goodnight kiss
Comets are falling and the night is wild
Mercy mercy, protect my child

Protect my child
And make him strong
Give him courage
To sing his song
Keep him in sight
Hold him near
We're all prisoners in this world
'Til you come back and take us out of here

Divine distraction, holy commotion
Sometimes the truth gets in your face
​Instead of drowning in a fiery ocean
Get your feet up on a higher place
I'm living righteous 'til the dirt gets piled
And on my headstone say protect my child

Protect my child
Give him light
Give him strength
Oh to do what's right
Guide his steps
Make his vision clear
We're all prisoners in this world
'Til you come back and take us out of here-oh

​Protect my child [x3]

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from Collaborator, released December 1, 2002

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Larry Norman Los Angeles, California

American musician, singer, songwriter, record label owner, and record producer. Norman had a major influence on artists as diverse as The Pixies, Guns n' Roses, and U2. After his death in 2008 his most well-known album, 1972's Only Visiting This Planet, was selected for inclusion in The United States Library of Congress for its cultural significance and impact on American culture. ... more

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