Outside the Camp

This is a beautiful hymn based on Hebrews 13, written by my wife's aunt last year and finalized this year. The tune was composed and arranged by Tim Berman, who did a wonderful job as well.
The song speaks to how Jesus calls us to be willing to endure shame and reproach for His name, knowing that we have a greater, lasting city. I hope you enjoy it!
HYMN: CMD • Laura Alvarez (2022)
TUNE: Timothy L. Berman (2018)
© 2022 Laura Alvarez & Timothy L. Berman
All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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LYRICS:
The One who suffered calls to me
To leave this place I know
And follow Him outside the camp,
Where others fear to go.
He wants me to go out to Him,
To leave the world’s embrace,
Forsaking all the things I love
And bearing His disgrace.
I do not know the path I take;
My steps may not be sure,
But He who died outside the gate
Will help me to endure.
From sin and danger yet unseen
He guards me faithfully,
And so I say with confidence,
“The Lord is helping me.”
Though mockers scorn the Lord I love
And shun the truth I speak,
I fix my eyes upon the One
Whose city I now seek.
That city, better still by far,
Than all that I disown,
Was founded by the living God
With Christ its corner stone.
The sanctifying blood of Christ
Erases every flaw.
I owe to Him my gratitude,
My reverence and my awe.
I gladly dwell outside the camp,
Surrendering my ways,
And give to God continually,
My sacrifice of praise.
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HELPFUL LINKS:
Learning tracks: www.jacksonray....
My childhood favorite hymnal (Hymns for Worship): www.rjstevensm...
A great newer hymnal (Psalms, Hymns, & Spiritual Songs): sumphonia.com
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