7. The Savior is Waiting

"The Savior is Waiting" serves as the turning point of the program by asking the question: Why are we still here? It moves the program towards a more pensive mood and challenges the listener to examine themselves. The arrangement is written for piano and string quartet.

Inspirational text:

The Savior is waiting to enter your heart,

Why don't you let Him come in?

There's nothing in this world to keep you apart,

What is your answer to Him?

Refrain:

Time after time He has waited before, 

And now He is waiting again,

To see if you're willing to open the door,

Oh, how he wants to come in.

If you'll take one step toward the Savior, my friend,

You'll find His arms open wide,

Receive Him and all of your darkness will end,

Within your heart He'll abide. 

—Ralph Carmichael (1958)