468 God’s Words Provide All Man Needs in Life
Verse 1
God’s words are the principles for man to live his life,
the goal, the path and the direction that lead him to be saved.
They provide all truths he must possess as a creature,
the truth of how he worships and obeys God.
They’re the truth that guarantees mankind’s survival.
They’re living daily bread; they’re the only solid ground
that allows him to stand strong, to stand up and be strong.
Chorus
Whether God’s words seem profound or plain,
they are all truths man needs in life entry.
They’re the source of living waters
that enables man’s survival in the flesh and spirit,
that man needs to stay alive.
Verse 2
God’s words carry truth of normal humanity
and the truth by which mankind can break away
from evil and corruption and Satan’s snares.
They bring tireless teaching, exhortation,
encouragement and solace from the Creator.
They enlighten and guide man,
so man will understand everything that’s positive.
Chorus
Whether God’s words seem profound or plain,
they are all truths man needs in life entry.
They’re the source of living waters
that enables man’s survival in the flesh and spirit,
that man needs to stay alive.
Bridge
God’s words are the guarantee that man will gain
all that’s righteous and all that’s good.
God’s words are the standard
to measure everything, all people, all events,
and all things in the world.
They’re the signs that lead men
towards salvation and light.
Chorus
Whether God’s words seem profound or plain,
they are all truths man needs in life entry.
They’re the source of living waters
that enables man’s survival in the flesh and spirit,
that man needs to stay alive.
Adapted from The Word, Vol. 2. On Knowing God. Preface