The Nightwatch

Bright stars are watching the world as it sleeps
Shepherds watch over the little white sheep
The lighthouse is shining for ships far at sea
As God keeps the nightwatch for you and for me
CHORUS:
So, sleep, sleep, in peace and rest
Don't be afraid of the darkness
All's well for over the land and the sea
God's keeping the nightwatch for you and for me
Dreams you have cherished are broken and gone
Life's dearest treasures have all been withdrawn
But when it's the darkest He's nearest to thee
For God keeps the nightwatch for you and for me
CHORUS
God's keeping the nightwatch for you and for me