It Is I

Verse 1

When waves of trouble round me swell, My soul is not dismayed' I hear a voice I know full well: 'Tis I, be not afraid; 'Tis I, be not afraid.

Verse 2

When black the threat'ning skies appear, And storms my path invade, Those accents tranquilize each fear: 'Tis I, be not afraid; 'Tis I, be not afraid.

Verse 3

There is a gulf that must be crossed; Savior, be near to aid! Whisper, when my frail boat is tossed, 'Tis I, be not afraid; 'Tis I, be not afraid.

Verse 4

There is a dark and fearful vale, Death hides within its shade; Oh, say, when flesh and heart shall fail, 'Tis I, be not afraid; 'Tis I, be not afraid.