There is a war inside
Between my spirit and mind
I sit here wondering why oh why
I find myself confused, emotions on the loose
I know what's right, but it's often the wrong I choose
Should've done it Your way
But just like a child
Losin' my direction
I need You to guide me
Turn me into someone who's faithful and true
Give me the strength to live my life for You
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Don't know why I do what I don't wanna do
And I don't do what I wanna do
Tell me why I do what I don't wanna do
I live a double life
Sometimes I compromise
I feel ashamed of the way my heart looks inside
And though I long to obey, sometimes I drift away
And take for granted Your never ending grace
Help me remember
You're love for me
Take me to the river
Wash me in Your mercy
You're the Father of forgiveness
Time after time
But still there's somethin' messin' with my mind
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Don't know why I do what I don't wanna do
And I don't do what I wanna do
Tell me why I do what I don't wanna do
(bridge)
Only through You
I can do
All things as You strengthen me
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