Rise Up and Walk

Words and music by Susan Mack
Arranged by The Solo Committee

Verse 1
They carried their friend on his bed through the crowd
That jostling throng, hot and anxious and loud,
But the press was too great, they could not find a way
To get in that house where Christ Jesus would say,
“Rise up and walk! Oh I say, Rise up and walk!”

Verse 2
Undaunted they climbed up on to the housetop,
Not allowing an obstacle, impediment to stop
Them from bringing their friend to the Master for healing,
So, they let down his bed on some ropes through the ceiling.
“Rise up and walk! Oh I say, Rise up and walk!”

Verse 3
Now the Pharisees and Scribes did protest and did reason
Saying, “This man he blasphemes, God alone can forgive sin.”
Then discerning their thoughts, Jesus asked them a question.
“Is it easier to heal the sick or say you are forgiven?”
“Rise up and walk! Oh I say, Rise up and walk!”

Verse 4
Then Jesus said unto them, “You need to know
That the son of man has power to forgive sins here and now.”
He commanded the man, “Arise, go home!”
Right then he took up his bed and departed praising God.
“Rise up and walk! Oh I say, Rise up and walk!”

Verse 5
Your sins are forgiven you, your slate it is clean.
That palsy which bound you, no longer is seen.
Take up your couch today, let go of remorse.
The Master has shown to you an infinite source.
“Rise up and walk! Oh I say Rise up and walk!”