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He might have stayed
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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He might have stayed by Thurlow Weed — Lyrics
1. He might have stayed where John had stood before
and waited for the world to come to him
and been a sage for people to seek out.
Instead he left the desert seeking them.
2. A few he found engaged beside the sea
who did not see themselves as seekers yet.
But soon they glimpsed a way, a truth, a life,
they valued, did not have, could not forget.
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About He might have stayed
This thoughtful anthem explores the transformative journey of Christ's ministry, moving from a solitary existence to active engagement with the world. The text reflects on how Jesus sought out those on the fringes of society, drawing them into his message and inspiring a lasting legacy. It emphasizes the personal connection and revelation experienced by his first followers and beautifully articulates the ongoing trust and wonder that the Christian message continues to inspire. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic expression, making this a profound reflection on faith and discipleship for congregational singing or choral performance.
