God Will Make a Way

God hath not given us the spirit of fear
He would that we know He is ever near
When we're living right, God will make a way
As long as we have the power of faith

Some fear the present and some fear the future
While some suffer and think they're a failure
Who among us can say they have not felt fear?
For it gnaws destruction that is hard to bear!

Fear is not of God. Let us recognize this-
The adversary would that we be his.
When we're pulled down and trapped- he steers and drives
And he would that we fear to change our very lives

This can be corrosive and even deadly
But we can overcome, when we're ready
Through the power of faith which comes from our God-
Who would that we pray and hold to the rod

Dear Father, Grant us faith when storms beat us down
May adversity not drive us to the ground
That we will not be consumed with the pressures of life
But, look for each miracle taught amidst strife

Give us faith to pay our tithes and be generous
That the window from heaven open oft for us
Please help us to know and do what is right
That we may wax strong unto delight

Help us not forget the power of priesthood
Finding our strength in the bonds of brotherhood
Lord, help us increase our faith in one another
That we may do good and great things together

Help us subdue impulses that will degrade
And that our negative elements may all but fade
When sacred things are mocked, shall we compromise?
No, we will keep Thy standards close and before our eyes

Help us live happily and be productive
Walking in paths where the light is conducive
May we realize the desire of our hearts
Help us humbly submit. As Thy will imparts

Help us reach out to those whose faith has grown cold
Warm them, unto faith until they are bold
To Thy panorama, may we serve and add beauty
When we feel there is 'no way', open our eyes to our duty



Gordon B. Hinckley