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433. Where Could I Go?

1 Living below in this old sinful world,
Hardly a comfort can afford;
Striving alone to face temptation sore,
Where could I go but to the Lord?

Refrain:
Where could I go? Oh, where could I go
Seeking a refuge for my soul?
Needing a friend to save me in the end,
Where could I go but to the Lord?

2 Neighbors are kind, I love them ev’ry one,
We get along in sweet accord;
But when my soul needs manna from above,
Where could I go but to the Lord? [Refrain]

3 Life here is grand with friends I love so dear,
Comfort I get from God’s own word;
Yet when I face the chilling hand of death,
Where could I go but to the Lord? [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: Living below in this old sinful world
Title: Where Could I Go?
Author: James B. Coats, 1901-1961
Refrain First Line: Where could I go? Oh, where could I go
Meter: 10 8 10 8 with refrain
Language: English
Publication Date: 2011
Scripture:
Topic: Assurance; Comfort; Jesus Christ: Friend (4 more...)
Tune Information
Name: WHERE COULD I GO
Composer: James B. Coats, 1901-1961
Arranger: Valeria A. Foster
Meter: 10 8 10 8 with refrain
Key: G Major or modal
Copyright: Arr. © 2000, GIA Publications, Inc.



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