Whisper
Grant Natalie Lyrics
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A burning bush, a flash of light
To show me what to do
A voice coming from the clouds
That'll knock me to the ground
So there's no doubt it's You
You pointing the way
So I don't have to choose
There's no need to pray
I don't want to wait on You
I'm always looking for the lightning
For the thunder crashing down
I'm always wanting easy answers
Wanna hear You speak out loud
I keep wanting something bigger
Sometimes I miss Your whisper
I don't ever slow it down
Stop the wheels from going 'round
Can't hear You through the noise
You'd think I would learn
To take You at Your word
And know Your still small voice
Calling my name
Pointing the way
One step at a time
I know I should pray
I know I should wait on You
But I'm always looking for the lightning
For the thunder crashing down
I'm always wanting easy answers
Wanna hear You speak out loud
I keep wanting something bigger
Sometimes I miss Your whisper
It isn't always obvious
Sometimes I gotta learn to trust
Let it go and listen up
I don't wanna miss Your whisper
I'm always looking for the lightning
For the thunder crashing down
I'm always wanting easy answers
Wanna hear You speak out loud
I keep wanting something bigger
Sometimes I miss Your whisper
I don't wanna miss Your whisper
The song "Whisper" by Grant Natalie is about the struggle of always wanting a clear and dramatic sign from God, such as lightning or thunder, to know what to do in life. The singer wishes for a burning bush or a voice coming from the clouds that would make it undeniably clear that it's God giving her instructions, but she also acknowledges that she often misses His softly spoken "whispers" because she is too busy looking for something more spectacular.
The chorus of the song emphasizes her desire for a dramatic sign, but she also admits that it's not necessary and that she should learn to trust and listen to God's still small voice. She knows she should pray and wait on God, but she struggles with being patient and feels the need to constantly seek out bigger and bolder signs. The song ends with her declaring that she doesn't want to miss God's whispers and needs to learn to trust Him more.
Overall, the lyrics highlight the tension between wanting a clear answer and learning to trust God's guidance, even when it's not obvious or flashy. It's a relatable struggle for many Christians who have gone through periods of uncertainty and doubt.
Line by Line Meaning
Always looking for a sign
I am constantly searching for a clear indication of what I should do next
A burning bush, a flash of light
I expect an extraordinary and unmistakable sign from God to show me the way
To show me what to do
I need direction and guidance for my life
A voice coming from the clouds
I desire a miraculous and audible manifestation of God's presence
That'll knock me to the ground
I expect an overwhelming encounter that will physically and spiritually affect me
So there's no doubt it's You
I want to be absolutely certain that it is God who is speaking to me
You calling my name
God is personally and specifically addressing me
You pointing the way
God is revealing His plan for my life step by step
So I don't have to choose
I want God to make all the decisions for me because I fear making wrong ones
There's no need to pray
I lack faith in the power of prayer and prefer immediate answers
I don't want to wait on You
I am impatient and unwilling to trust God's timing
I'm always looking for the lightning
I am drawn to dramatic and impressive displays of power
For the thunder crashing down
I crave an awe-inspiring experience that will leave no doubt in my mind
I'm always wanting easy answers
I prefer simple and straightforward solutions rather than taking the time to seek God's wisdom
Wanna hear You speak out loud
I want God to speak to me audibly so there is no room for doubt or misunderstanding
I keep wanting something bigger
I am always searching for a more impressive and spectacular demonstration of God's power
Sometimes I miss Your whisper
I fail to recognize God's subtle and gentle guidance because I am too focused on grander signs
I don't ever slow it down
I am always in a hurry and don't take time to listen to God's voice
Stop the wheels from going 'round
I need to take a break from my busy life to be still and listen to God
Can't hear You through the noise
I am surrounded by distractions that prevent me from hearing God's voice
You'd think I would learn
I realize that I should know better by now
To take You at Your word
I should trust God's promises and know that He speaks through His word
And know Your still small voice
I need to recognize God's soft and gentle guidance rather than expecting dramatic signs
One step at a time
God's plan for my life may not be revealed all at once, but one step at a time
I know I should pray
I understand that prayer is essential to seeking God's will and guidance
I know I should wait on You
I acknowledge that God's timing is perfect and I should trust His leading
It isn't always obvious
God's direction for my life may not always be clear or obvious
Sometimes I gotta learn to trust
I need to have faith and believe that God is leading me in the right direction
Let it go and listen up
I must release my fears and doubts and be attentive to what God is saying
I don't wanna miss Your whisper
I desire to be receptive to God's gentle guidance and not miss His voice among the noise of life
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ASHLEY GORLEY, BERNIE HERMS, NATALIE GRANT
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