Warrior on Her Knees

Lyrics

[Verse 1] Before the sun comes over the hill There's a voice that's rising, soft and still A kitchen light, a well-worn chair A woman on her knees in prayer She lifts her children one by one And trusts the Lord till the work is done [Chorus] Blessed and highly favored That's what you always say You put God first in everything And you showed us the way Your faith became our shelter Your love became our peace Happy birthday, Mama May His goodness never cease [Verse 2] You gave up more than we could see For my brother, my sisters, and me You went without so we'd have plenty Your hands were tired but never empty Oh Mary, you're a warrior strong You fought on your knees all night long [Chorus] Blessed and highly favored That's what you always say You put God first in everything And you showed us the way Your faith became our shelter Your love became our peace Happy birthday, Mama May His goodness never cease [Bridge] When the storms came rolling in You never let the darkness win You said, "Child, just hold His hand" And we learned how faith can stand [Verse 3] Now every year that comes your way Is an answered prayer, a brighter day Healing flows where you have prayed Peace remains where you have stayed Mary, true woman of God above Thank you for your endless love [Chorus] Blessed and highly favored Mary, that's who you are You put God first in everything And He's carried you this far Your faith became our shelter Your love became our peace Happy birthday, Mama May His goodness never cease [Outro] Blessed and highly favored Today and all your days Happy birthday, Mama We give the Lord the praise