God answers those who wait for His reply, Who patiently can knock upon the door, Not turn away, not doubt, not question more, Not wonder if He will or will deny.
God answers the soul's questioning call, The tender soul, the mighty and sublime, The soul that for His answer waits each time, Though it may shatter and may break us all.
God answers those who wait in honest prayer, Who do not guess the answer God will give, And do not leave to walk where they would live, Complaining, groaning, wiping their despair.
No… Our Lord knows how to speak His word. He speaks to those devoted ears that wait, That listen well and do not hesitate, And hold His answer sacred and assured.
God answers every question that we raise Both because He is bound by His oath, And because our expectant, patient growth Shows forth the soul in its complete displays.
And if you're nearly at the end of strength, Tired of knocking, weary at the gate, Now is the very moment you must wait! Surrender. Knock still harder. Pray at length.
