Lyrics
Verse 1
When life piles up and you're feeling overcome
Stand still and believe, I won't let you drown
When a cry's in your throat, watching all the waves below
Lift your eyes to the sky and trust that I won't pass you by
Chorus
Fear not
If I could say it any louder, I would
Fear not
If I could say it any louder I would
Verse 2
Let me show you what I see
You can't dream too big for Me
So get up get on your way
We've got things to do today
Chorus
Fear not
If I could say it any louder, I would
Fear not
If I could say it any louder I would
I would, yeah, I would, yeah
Bridge
Remember all I told you, remember all I said
When the questions start arising, keep your eyes fixed straight ahead
Hold on tightly to the promise, hold firmly to the truth
That I love you, oh I love you
Chorus
Fear not
If I could say it any louder, I would
Fear not
If I could say it any louder I would
Video
Meaning & Inspiration
This worship song is written as words spoken from God to a listener who feels overwhelmed. The first verse describes a time when "life piles up" and a cry is stuck in the throat, with the voice of God promising "I won't let you drown" and urging the listener to lift their eyes. The chorus is a single repeated command, "Fear not", followed by the remark that it would be said louder if possible.
The second verse tells the listener that no dream is too big, and the bridge urges holding tightly to the promise and the truth, ending on the assurance of love. The structure keeps returning to the same short phrase, which makes it easy to memorize and sing together.
The phrase "Fear not" recurs through the Bible, including Isaiah 41:10, where God promises to strengthen and help, and Isaiah 43:2, which speaks of passing through waters without being overwhelmed. These connections are suggested by the wording rather than stated in the lyrics.
Related Scripture
- Isaiah 41:10 God tells His people not to fear because He is with them and will strengthen them.
- Isaiah 43:2 Promises that waters will not overwhelm those God is with.