Lyrics
Verse
Oh Lord You lead me
By the still waters
Quietly restoring my soul
You speak words of wisdom
The promise of glory
The power of the presence of God
Chorus
Have faith in God
Let your hope rest on the faith
He has placed in your heart
Never give up
Never let go of the faith
He has placed in your heart
Verse
Oh Lord You guide me
Through all the darkness
Turning my night into day
You'll never leave me
Never forsake me
The power of the presence of God
Video
Meaning & Inspiration
“Have Faith in God” centers on steady trust in God amid uncertainty. Its images of still waters, restored souls, wisdom, and divine presence draw closely from biblical language about the Lord as shepherd. The song presents faith not as denial of darkness, but as confidence that God guides through it and can turn night into day. Hope rests on what God has placed within the believer rather than on changing circumstances.
The repeated call to hold on gives the chorus its central emphasis: perseverance grows from confidence in God’s character. The assurance that the Lord will neither leave nor forsake His people reinforces that message of enduring presence. Together, the verses and chorus describe spiritual confidence shaped by guidance, promise, and companionship. The result is an encouraging confession for moments when fear or discouragement threatens to weaken faith.
Related Scripture
- Psalm 23:2-4 The lyrics echo the Shepherd who leads beside still waters, restores the soul, and guides through darkness.
- Hebrews 13:5 The promise that God will never leave or forsake His people appears directly in the second verse.
- Romans 15:13 The chorus connects faith in God with steadfast hope.