Ortega was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico near the banks of the Rio Grande. He started learning piano at eight years of age. Through his father's work with the United States Department of State, he also spent time in Ecuador and Barbados. It is from his heritage and classical training at The University of New Mexico where Ortega derives his sound, embracing country, classical, Celtic, Latin American, world, modern folk, and rustic hymnody. Fernando Ortega currently leads worship at Christ the King Anglican Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
His album Storm reached No. 197 on the Billboard 200 in 2002, and Christmas Songs reached No. 36 on the Billboard Christmas Album Chart in 2009.
Take Heart
Fernando Ortega Lyrics
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This uncertain road that lies ahead
Our faithful God has always gone before us
And He will lead the way once again
Take heart, my friend, we can walk together
And if our burdens become too great
We can hold up and help one other
Take heart my friend, the Lord is with us
As He has been all the days of our lives
Our assurance every morning
Our defender in the night
If we should falter when trouble surrounds us
When the wind and the waves are wild and high
We will look away to Him who ruled the waters
Who spoke His peace into the angry tide
He is our comfort, our sustainer
He is our help in time of need
When we wander, He is our Shepherd
He who watches over us never sleeps
Take heart my friend the Lord is with us
As He has been all the days of our lives
Our assurance every morning
Our defender in the night
The lyrics to Fernando Ortega's song "Take Heart My Friend" serve as a comforting reminder that, as individuals face life's difficult and uncertain moments, they do not have to face them alone. This is evident in the repetition of the phrase 'Take Heart, my friend.' The opening verses reassure the listener that, no matter what lies ahead, the faithful God we serve has always gone before us and will continue to lead the way. The chorus encourages us to walk together through life's journey, leaning on one another and on God's love and grace.
The lyrics continue with the assertion that God is always with us, an assurance that brings comfort and sustenance when our burdens become too great. The song speaks of God as our help in times of need, our defender in the night and our Shepherd, who watches over us and never sleeps. The final lines of the song encourage the listener to look towards God in times of trouble, reminding us of His power to calm the strongest of storms.
Line by Line Meaning
Take heart, my friend, we'll go together
Let's take courage and walk this uncertain path together
This uncertain road that lies ahead
The future is unclear and we do not know what lies ahead
Our faithful God has always gone before us
God has been with us through our past and will be with us in the future
And He will lead the way once again
God will guide and direct us on this road
Take heart, my friend, we can walk together
Let's encourage each other and face our problems together
And if our burdens become too great
If we struggle with our problems and it becomes too much to bear
We can hold up and help one other
We can support each other and provide assistance
In God's love and God's grace
Let's rely on God's love and mercy to get through this difficult time
Take heart my friend, the Lord is with us
Let's be encouraged that God is with us
As He has been all the days of our lives
God has been with us in the past and will always be with us
Our assurance every morning
God gives us confidence and hope each day
Our defender in the night
God protects us and watches over us, especially during difficult times
If we should falter when trouble surrounds us
If we lose faith in times of trouble or distress
When the wind and the waves are wild and high
During stormy times when life is chaotic and uncertain
We will look away to Him who ruled the waters
We will direct our focus and attention to God who has power and control over the elements
Who spoke His peace into the angry tide
God brings calmness and serenity amidst the chaos and turmoil
He is our comfort, our sustainer
God is our source of comfort and strength
He is our help in time of need
God provides help and support when we need it most
When we wander, He is our Shepherd
God guides us and leads us when we are lost or unsure
He who watches over us never sleeps
God is always vigilant, always watching over us
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOHN ANDREW SCHREINER, JUAN FERNANDO ORGEGA
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'Well done, My good and faithful servant.'
Thank you, Fernando.
Bob Eckenrode
Never heard this song but it says it all to my friends & family that travel this road of faith together. Thank you for posting. God, You are trustworthy & true and will see us through. Until we see you face to face, we love you.
Pauline Payne
Ps 84
'Blessed are those who dwell in Thy house, ever singing Thy praise!'
Father God, JESUS! Thank You!
Suzanne Rhoades
Perfect timing for these days!
A Truex
Yep. :)
Deloy Sterns
Love these lyrics and truths that as a Child of God we can rest in the army of a loving Saviour
Janet Accetta
I have just "discovered" this man and his songs, and I know that God will use Fernando to bless and console many, as he has done in my life -
Candi May
@GORDON KISSA oh that is such a beautiful song!
G C
@Clemmie Naidoo lol
GORDON KISSA
I was hospitalized in 2006, the song Lord of eternity was of good encouragement to me. I live in Uganda, East Africa