[Intro] [arpeggiated grand piano enters] [Verse 1] [male tenor vocals] When precious souls are taken from us, Their loss so hard to understand. We pray in faith, to stay together. We question why, Thou stilled Thy hand. Did Thee answer prayer more kindly, When Thy cherished ones lived on? Is it true, Thou answered our prayer, Since our dearest ones are gone? [Chorus 1] [female soprano vocals enter] My humble prayer was gently answered. In such kind strength, my heart did glow. In loving might, He softly whispered. There are times, My word is no. [male and female vocals harmonize] Your faith filled lives cannot be stress-free. By and by, My grace you'll see. Trust, refined, prove strength through trials. Let Me help to comfort thee! [Verse 2] [male tenor vocals] When harsh contention gathers round me. I ask Thy help to ease my way. Grant my ordeals to be departed. Let opposition never stay. I wait in patience, for my anguish, To quickly leave my heart and mind. How can I stay in constant suffering? Are the far heavens shut with blinds? [Chorus 2] [female soprano vocals] My answer came with much more vigor, By His spokesmen here below. Your prayers are heard and they are answered. Still at times His word is no. [male and female vocals harmonize] His love and mercy always heed you, Each and every time you pray. Your pleas will ever be acknowledged, In His time and in His way. Put your trust completely in Him, He will do what's best for thee. His love is ever omnipresent. Profound endurance sets you free. [piano and strings fade out]
