Protector of My Soul

[Verse 1]
You knew I’d still mess up
Saw every fall, every slip-up
But You called my name in the dark
Pulled me in close to Your heart
I chased the wind, I chased the crowd
Lost in the noise, talking too loud
But grace kept whispering slow
“Child, I won’t let you go”
[Chorus]
I left the ninety-nine, You ran after me (ran after me)
You left them running while You carried me (so carefully)
You knew I’d break again, still You took me home
Jesus, You’re the protector of my soul (my soul)
Jesus, You’re the protector of my soul
[Verse 2]
Hands still stained from the last time
Yet You washed me clean, called me “mine”
I bring the ashes, You breathe life
Turn my wreckage into light
You guard my heart when it shakes
Stand in the fire my fear makes
When I fall short of control
You stand watch over my soul
[Chorus]
I left the ninety-nine, You ran after me (ran after me)
You left them running while You carried me (so patiently)
You knew I’d break again, still You took me home
Jesus, You’re the protector of my soul (my soul)
Jesus, You’re the protector of my soul
[Bridge]
When I wander
You don’t wonder if I’m worth the walk (You just come)
When I’m guilty
You don’t tally every failing thought
You just find me
In the middle of the mess I chose (right there)
Wrap me in mercy
Till the shame lets go
[Chorus]
I left the ninety-nine, You ran after me (ran after me)
You left them running while You carried me (so tenderly)
You knew I’d break again, still You took me home
Jesus, You’re the protector of my soul (my soul)
Jesus, You’re the protector of my soul (my soul)

rap, Light trap groove with jazzy chords on electric piano, warm 808-style low end, soft hi-hat rolls. Male vocals sitting upfront and reverent, with airy female harmonies on the hook. Verses stay intimate and confessional, chorus opens wide with stacked vocals and subtle gospel ad-libs. Smooth guitar fills between phrases, gentle reverb giving a hopeful, spacious glow., soul, praise, jazzy, light