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421. Higher Ground

Text Information
First Line: I'm pressing on the upward way
Title: Higher Ground
Author: Johnson Oatman, Jr., 1865-1922
Refrain First Line: Lord, lift me up and let me stand
Meter: 8.8.8.8.(L.M.) with Refrain
Language: English
Publication Date: 2011
Scripture:
Topic: Assurance and Confidence; Consecration; Faith and Hope
Tune Information
Name: HIGHER GROUND
Composer: Charles H. Gabriel, 1856-1932
Meter: 8.8.8.8.(L.M.) with Refrain
Key: G Major



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