Casting Crowns - Voice of Truth Lyrics
Lyrics
V1
Oh, what I would do to have the kind of faith it takes to climb out of this boat I'm in, on to the crashing waves.
To step out of my comfort zone, into the realm of the unknown where Jesus is and He's holding out His hand.
Pre-Chorus 1
But the waves are calling out my name and they laugh at me, reminding me of all the times, I've tried before and failed.
The waves they keep on telling me, time and time again, "Boy, you'll never win, you'll never win!"
Hook 1
But the voice of Truth tells me a different story, the voice of Truth says, "Do not be afraid!"
And the voice of Truth says, "This is for My glory"
Out of all the voices calling out to me,
I will choose to listen and believe the voice of Truth
V2
Oh, what I would do to have the kind of strength it takes to stand before a giant with just a sling and a stone.
Surrounded by the sound of a thousand warriors, shaking in their armor. Wishing they'd have had the strength to STAND.
Pre-Chorus 2
But the giant's calling out my name and He laughs at me, reminding me of all the times, I've tried before and failed.
The giant keeps on telling me, time and time again, "Boy, You'll never win, you'll never win!"
Hook 1
Bridge
But the stone was just the right size, to put the giant on the ground.
And the waves they don't seem so high, from on top of them looking down. I will soar with the wings of eagles, when I stop and listen to the sound of Jesus singing over me.
Hook 2
But the voice of Truth tells me a different story, the voice of Truth says, "Do not be afraid!"
And the voice of Truth says, "This is for My glory." Out of all the voices, calling out to me(calling out to me)
I will choose to listen and believe (x2)
I will choose to listen and believe the voice of Truth
I will listen and believe, I will listen and believe the voice of Truth.
I will listen and believe, cause Jesus, You are the voice of Truth.
And I will listen to You
You are the voice of Truth.
Video
Casting Crowns - Voice of Truth (Official Lyric Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
"Voice of Truth," from Casting Crowns' 2017 compilation album *Just Be Held: Casting Crowns Favorites*, is a powerful anthem that dives deep into the struggle of faith amidst doubt and fear. The song opens with a visceral depiction of overwhelming circumstances, illustrating the desire for the kind of faith that allows one to step out of their comfort and onto seemingly impossible paths, directly into the presence of Christ. This imagery of stepping out of a boat onto crashing waves is a clear nod to the biblical account of Peter’s attempt to walk on water towards Jesus in Matthew 14:28-29, where his faith faltered when he saw the wind. The lyrics poignantly capture the internal conflict, the "waves" of discouragement and past failures whispering lies of inadequacy and inevitable defeat, echoing the insidious nature of doubt that seeks to paralyze us.
The core of "Voice of Truth" resides in its compelling contrast between these negative voices and the singular, unwavering "Voice of Truth." This divine assurance declares, "Do not be afraid!" and frames every challenge as an opportunity for God's glory, a message directly rooted in numerous biblical assurances. The song’s narrative then shifts to another powerful biblical parallel: David facing the giant Goliath, as described in 1 Samuel 17. The lyrics describe the immense pressure of facing seemingly insurmountable odds, where even seasoned warriors tremble. Again, the internal "giant" of past failures and self-doubt attempts to assert dominance, mirroring Goliath's taunts against the Israelites. However, the bridge offers a profound shift in perspective. The realization that the "stone was just the right size" signifies that God equips us with exactly what we need for the battles we face, not necessarily to remove the challenges but to enable us to overcome them. This mirrors how the seemingly insignificant sling and stone were perfectly suited for David's divine purpose. Furthermore, the imagery of looking down from "on top of them" suggests that from God's perspective, these overwhelming circumstances become manageable, a truth found in Isaiah 55:8-9, which states God's thoughts are higher than our thoughts and His ways higher than our ways. The soaring with eagles metaphor draws directly from Isaiah 40:31, promising renewal and strength for those who wait on the Lord, enabling them to run and not grow weary, to walk and not faint. Ultimately, the song culminates in a resolute declaration of choosing to listen and believe Jesus, recognizing Him as the very "Voice of Truth," a testament to the transformative power of aligning one's heart and mind with God's immutable word and presence.