[Verse 1] Before I say that I am standing firm I pause beside the path and look within The easy answer cannot be my guide I ask for truth, then let the searching begin [Pre-Chorus] If my hands are busy but my heart has drifted If my words are sure but my faith is thin Teach me to notice where I need your mercy And help me turn again [Chorus] Keep examining me, keep my footsteps steady Keep my friendship close when the ground gives way I have not arrived, so I’ll stay awake and ready With your help, I can grow through every day Make me complete, make my heart stay willing When the world calls loud, let your word lead me I will keep progressing, humble and watchful Held by your strength, Jehovah, faithfully [Verse 2] A tree can wear its leaves and still need rain A house can stand and still require repair So I will not assume that I am finished I’ll welcome loving counsel, honest prayer [Pre-Chorus] When a trial finds the place I thought was settled When old ideas knock against my door Give me the courage not to trust appearances But seek you even more [Chorus] Keep examining me, keep my footsteps steady Keep my friendship close when the ground gives way I have not arrived, so I’ll stay awake and ready With your help, I can grow through every day Make me complete, make my heart stay willing When the world calls loud, let your word lead me I will keep progressing, humble and watchful Held by your strength, Jehovah, faithfully [Bridge] Paul prayed they would be complete Epaphras carried them in prayer Maturity is not a finish line It is choosing faith with care So when tomorrow tests my heart I will not lean on yesterday I’ll examine, learn, and move ahead While you sustain my way [Final Chorus] Keep examining me, keep my footsteps steady Keep my friendship close through the changing days I have not arrived, but your hand is ever ready To guide my heart along your ways Make me complete, make my heart stay willing When the world calls loud, let your word lead me I will keep progressing, humble and watchful Held by your strength, Jehovah, faithfully [Outro] Still growing, still listening Still reaching for your ways With a faithful heart before you I will examine every day
