The Still, Small Voice ‪@Dallin_H_Oaks‬ Oct 1994

[Verse 1] Knowing so many ways to trip and fall, Shall we moderate all our efforts? No, the Lord sustains whom He does call, And we’ve been blessed with gifts He offers. [Pre-Chorus] He who is our ultimate strength, Would that we not grow lukewarm; Serve Him with what we have at length, With humility, discern what brings us harm. [Chorus] Draw near to the still, small voice, Lay down pride and listen well; With humble hearts, make the faithful choice, Turn from the snares that seek to compel. The Lord will guide us, the Lord will sustain, Give us courage to answer again. [Verse 2] The proud could hear only the clamor, The crowd goading them on for more; The still, small voice behind the tumult Was obscured by all that did surround. [Verse 3] Their haughty, stiffened necks would not turn Around to see what lay in view: Satan used them to stretch his power, And took delight in all they’d do. [Chorus] Draw near to the still, small voice, Lay down pride and listen well; With humble hearts, make the faithful choice, Turn from the snares that seek to compel. The Lord will guide us, the Lord will sustain, Give us courage to answer again. [Verse 4] In contrast, one man, humble-hearted, Heard and quickly fell upon his knees; Teachable, he asked the hand of God To lead him where he ought to be. [Verse 5] And from his example, some in shame Saw plainly the peril of their plight; They joined their prayers, beseeching God For safety, wisdom, and for light. [Bridge] Then without a backward glance, They drew near unto that voice; With armor, sword, and firm stance, They thwarted Satan’s quest to exploit. [Final Chorus] Draw near to the still, small voice, Lay down pride and listen well; With humble hearts, make the faithful choice, Turn from the snares that seek to compel. The Lord will guide us, the Lord will sustain, Give us courage to answer again. [Outro] With humble hearts, we answer the call; Lord, lead us faithfully, one and all. Dallin H. Oaks Our strengths Can Become Our Downfall- Preventing Strengths from Becoming our Downfall Ensign, October 1994, 11