Dorothy Norwood - Keep Me In Your Care Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus
Keep me in Your care, Lord
Keep me in Your care, Lord
I will always be a witness?for You.
Keep me in Your care
Chorus
Verse
I was seeking the truth
I wanted to know how to live right
Then I gave my heart to Christ
And now I'm walking in His light
Chorus
Verse 2
You must be born again
That's what the Lord God said to me
You will live and never die
If only you walk upright
Chorus
Verse 2
Chorus
Special (Lead adlib)
Keep me in Your care, Lord
Keep me in Your care, Lord
I will always be a witness for You (repeat x 8 times)
Video
Keep Me In Your Care
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on July 9, 2018, Dorothy Norwood’s "Keep Me In Your Care" stands as a powerful testament to faith, dependence, and spiritual commitment within the Gospel music tradition. This song transcends mere melody, offering a profound lyrical narrative that resonates with the core tenets of Christian belief, articulating a deep desire for divine protection paired with an unwavering vow of service. It is a humble prayer, a fervent declaration, and an invitation for anyone seeking solace and purpose in their spiritual walk.
The heart of the song lies in its recurring chorus, a pleading petition: "Keep me in Your care, Lord / Keep me in Your care, Lord / I will always be a witness for You." This isn't just a request for safeguarding; it’s a foundational prayer for sustained divine involvement in one’s life. It calls to mind the comforting assurance found in Psalm 121:7-8, "The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore," or the intimate shepherding described in Psalm 23. Crucially, the prayer for care is met with a reciprocal promise: to be an eternal witness. This promise embodies the Great Commission, urging believers to share their faith, as instructed in Acts 1:8, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses," and aligns with the call to let one’s light shine before others, echoing Matthew 5:16. The intertwining of divine care with human responsibility establishes a covenant of trust and purpose.
The first verse then unfolds a personal spiritual journey, charting a universal path to conversion: "I was seeking the truth / I wanted to know how to live right / Then I gave my heart to Christ / And now I'm walking in His light." This narrative speaks to the inherent human quest for meaning and morality, a longing that finds its ultimate fulfillment in Christ, who declared in John 14:6, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life." The act of giving one’s heart to Christ signifies a transformative moment of repentance and faith, reflecting the truth of Romans 10:9-10 where belief in the heart and confession with the mouth lead to salvation. The ensuing "walking in His light" symbolizes a life transformed by righteousness and spiritual understanding, reminiscent of John 8:12, where Jesus proclaims Himself the light of the world, guiding those who follow Him out of darkness. This verse beautifully articulates the foundational experience of many believers, making the song incredibly relatable and inspiring.
Building upon this personal testimony, the second verse delves into an essential theological truth: "You must be born again / That's what the Lord God said to me / You will live and never die / If only you walk upright." This passage directly references Jesus' profound teaching to Nicodemus in John 3:3, emphasizing the necessity of spiritual rebirth for entry into the Kingdom of God. It underlines that this isn't merely a suggestion but a divine imperative. The subsequent promise, "You will live and never die," points directly to the Christian hope of eternal life, a promise articulated by Jesus in John 11:25-26, "I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die." This profound assurance is then linked to the condition of "walking upright," highlighting that while salvation is a gift of grace, it is evidenced by a life of obedience and integrity, as described in Psalm 15:1-2, where blameless conduct is characteristic of those who dwell with the Lord.
The special ad-lib section, with its repetitive, fervent plea of "Keep me in Your care, Lord... I will always be a witness for You," serves to magnify the song's central message. It's a powerful echo, reinforcing the unwavering commitment to divine guardianship and perpetual testimony. This repetition solidifies the prayer and the promise as the anchor of the believer's existence, a constant refrain in the journey of faith. Dorothy Norwood, through "Keep Me In Your Care," delivers more than just a song; she offers an anthem of devotion, a blueprint for a life lived in conscious dependence on God, and a vibrant call to fulfill the sacred duty of sharing the Gospel. It is an encouraging reminder that in seeking God's constant care, we are simultaneously empowered and commissioned to be His faithful representatives in the world.