Be Not Afraid
John Michael Talbot Lyrics
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You shall wander far in safety though you do not know the way
You shall speak your words in foreign lands and all will understand
You shall see the face of God and live
Be not afraid
I go before you always
Come follow me, and
I will give you rest
If you pass through raging waters in the sea, you shall not drown
If you walk amid the burning flames, you shall not be harmed
If you stand before the power of hell and death is at your side, know that
I am with you through it all
Blessed are your poor, for the kingdom shall be theirs
Blessed are you that weep and mourn, for one day you shall laugh
And if wicked men insult and hate you all because of me, blessed, blessed are you!
John Michael Talbot's "Be not Afraid" is a song about faith and encouragement. The lyrics remind us that even when we find ourselves in the middle of barren deserts, wandering and lost, we are not alone. The song's verses indicate that help and hope are available to us, even in the most challenging situations. We may have to struggle to find our way, but we are never truly lost when we have the courage to follow our calling.
The song says that despite being in unfamiliar territory, we should continue to speak our words and express our thoughts, and we will be understood. Talbot emphasizes that no matter how far we wander, we can always find our way back to God. The idea that we can have a profound spiritual experience and survive even the most daunting challenges is a recurring theme. The chorus of the song assures us that we are not alone on our journey, and we can find rest and comfort in following a power greater than ourselves.
In the end, the song emphasizes that those who remain faithful will be blessed. Those who are poor or who mourn or find themselves persecuted for their beliefs can hold onto the hope that a brighter future awaits them. The song ultimately tells us to Be not Afraid, and to put our trust in a power greater than ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
You shall cross the barren desert, but you shall not die of thirst
You will experience difficult times, but you will not be left without comfort or aid.
You shall wander far in safety though you do not know the way
You will be guided and protected even when you are unsure of what to do or where to go.
You shall speak your words in foreign lands and all will understand
Your message will translate across language and cultural barriers and be received by others.
You shall see the face of God and live
You will have a deep and meaningful relationship with your Creator that sustains and fulfills you.
Be not afraid
Do not fear, even when faced with challenging situations or uncertainty.
I go before you always
God is already ahead of you, preparing the way and leading the path.
Come follow me, and
Follow God and trust in His wisdom and guidance.
I will give you rest
You will find peace and comfort in God's presence, even when you are weary and burdened.
If you pass through raging waters in the sea, you shall not drown
You will be sustained through difficult and trying circumstances, and will come out the other side.
If you walk amid the burning flames, you shall not be harmed
Even in the midst of danger or crisis, God will protect and strengthen you.
If you stand before the power of hell and death is at your side, know that
Even when facing the darkest and most frightening situations, God will not abandon you.
I am with you through it all
God's presence will never depart from you, no matter what challenges may come.
Blessed are your poor, for the kingdom shall be theirs
Those who are humble and in need will be rewarded and lifted up by God.
Blessed are you that weep and mourn, for one day you shall laugh
Those who grieve will one day find joy and comfort in the hope of God's love and care.
And if wicked men insult and hate you all because of me, blessed, blessed are you!
Even if you are rejected or persecuted for your faith, you are blessed and held close by God's love.
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