Based in… Read Full Bio ↴Robin Mark is a Christian worship leader and gifted songwriter.
Based in Northern Ireland, a strong Celtic flavour is evident in Robin's work. At a small worship conference in 1995, Robin unleashed on an unsuspecting audience of 50 a song that was to change his life: Days of Elijah.
Psalm 23
Robin Mark Lyrics
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Yet will I fear no ill.
Thy rod and staff, are my shield and sword
My Rock and Comforter still.
O Lamb of God, O Lamb of God
As I surrender my will
May all of my days be filled with Your praise
Until I, Your purpose fulfil.
Should all man's scorn, be poured on my form
O if I despised of all be
Nor should I care, but I'll gladly bear
As you have borne it for me.
O Lamb of God, O Lamb of God
Dying on cruel Calvary
Through all of my days will be filled with Your praise,
Until I, Your purposes see.
The lyrics to Robin Mark's "Psalm 23" are inspired by the 23rd Psalm from the Bible. The opening line, "Yea though I walk through the valley of death, yet will I fear no ill," references the idea that even in the darkest and most difficult moments of life, God will be there to guide and protect. The next line, "Thy rod and staff, are my shield and sword, my Rock and Comforter still," continues this image by referencing the traditional tools of a shepherd. The rod was used to protect the sheep from danger, while the staff was used to guide and direct them. The line suggests that God will serve as both protector and guide in times of trouble.
The second verse speaks to the idea of enduring hardship and standing firm in the face of criticism or rejection. The line "Should all man's scorn, be poured on my form, oh if I'm despised of all be, nor should I care, but I'll gladly bear, as you have borne it for me" suggests that the singer is willing to endure any amount of hardship or persecution, knowing that Jesus himself endured far worse on the cross. The final two lines of the song, "Through all of my days will be filled with Your praise, until I, Your purposes see," reinforce the idea that even in difficult times, the ultimate goal is to serve and honor God.
Line by Line Meaning
Yea though I walk through the valley of death
Even if I have to go through the worst of circumstances
Yet will I fear no ill.
I won't be afraid of anything
Thy rod and staff, are my shield and sword
Your guidance and protection are everything I need
My Rock and Comforter still.
You keep me strong and comfort me
O Lamb of God, O Lamb of God
My savior, my redeemer
As I surrender my will
As I give up control of my life to You
May all of my days be filled with Your praise
Let me praise You throughout all of my life
Until I, Your purpose fulfil.
Until I accomplish the purpose You have for me
Should all man's scorn, be poured on my form
If everyone were to ridicule me
O if I despised of all be
Even if I were to be hated by all
Nor should I care, but I'll gladly bear
I won't be affected by it, but I will endure it willingly
As you have borne it for me.
Just as You endured it for me
Dying on cruel Calvary
Suffering on the cross at Calvary
Through all of my days will be filled with Your praise,
I will continue to praise You throughout my entire life
Until I, Your purposes see.
Until I understand the purposes You have for my life
Contributed by Sophie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Raymond mungoma
on Holy Is Our God
I love Robin ,I Love his ministry