Guided Off the Long Black Train

[Intro]
Long black train rolling through the night,
Darkness heavy, shining bright,
Guided by a Lord so true,
He's the light to lead you through.

[Verse 1]
On the tracks of pain, victims stand,
Bruised and battered, trying to withstand,
The shadows, whispers of despair,
But there's a hope that’s always there.

[Pre-Chorus]
Faces turn to heaven’s grace,
Praying for a saving place,
In the midst of darkness deep,
The Lord's love is yours to keep.

[Chorus]
Oh, long black train, your hold is strong,
But the Lord’s grace is mighty and long,
Guiding angels, send your light,
Lead these souls into the night.

[Verse 2]
Lucifer’s whispers, grim reaper’s call,
Test the faith of one for all,
Yet in the shadows, hope survives,
By His mercy, we rise.

[Pre-Chorus]
Why did you place us in this fight?
Lord, shine your eternal light,
Grant us courage, give us sight,
Help us find the dawn’s first light.

[Chorus]
Oh, long black train, your hold is strong,
But the Lord’s grace is mighty and long,
Guiding angels, send your light,
Lead these souls into the night.

[Bridge]
Victims ask, "Why did you allow?
Pain and scorn, the broken law?"
But the Lord whispers soft and clear,
"I am with you, have no fear."

[Outro]
He died to free us from the chain,
To guide us through the long black train,
With His angels by our side,
We find the strength, the hope, the ride.

Gospel-inspired ballad, soulful vocals, acoustic guitar, gentle piano, orchestral backing, female