Be still and know that he is god
Be still and know that he is holy
Be still oh restless soul of mine
Bow before the prince of peace
Let the noise and clamor cease

Be still and know that he is god
Be still and know that he is faithful
Consider all that he has done
Stand in awe and be amazed
And know that he will never change
Be still

Be still and know that he is god
Be still and know that he is god
Be still and know that he is god
Be still
Be speechless

Be still and know that he is god
Be still and know he is our father
Come rest your head upon his breast
Listen to the rhythm of
His unfailing heart of love
Beating for his little ones
Calling each of us to come
Be still
Be still



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Be Still & Know Lyrics as written by Steven Chapman

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    this song is powerful, instead of all the hustle and bustle all the time we need to take time and know that God is good and He is there

    HisChEeSeBuRgEron August 24, 2002   Link
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    This is so peaceful. Perfect song to listen to before you fall asleep. His slow songs always make me emotional.

    Anraon October 11, 2004   Link
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    This is one of my favorites from Chapman. And, I agree his slower paced songs are some of the most powerful renditions I've heard. Whether they are his originals or remakes, he is always emotionally driven, and very anointed.

    digiloopson July 25, 2008   Link
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    I just noticed from most of the SCC's albums that I;ve listened to, each album starts with lively, joyful music, and then all of the end tracks are solemn.

    just like this one, from his album Speechless, this is the last track.

    bear_hug20on November 25, 2008   Link

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