There are those who give without counting cost
Who realize that it's been loaned rather than lost
Who've learned the lesson that it's not "my" but "thy"
Is it that difficult, Lord? Why then, why can't I?

There are those who always radiate joy
Whom none of the day's headaches seem to annoy
Who've learned that only loss of Your love is cause to cry
I want to be joyous, Lord! Why then, why can't I?

There are those who have unshakeable peace
In whose presence this world's whirlwinds cease
Who've learned that nothing external can free will deny
They've chosen You, Lord. Why then, why can't I?

There are those who are never haughty or proud
For whom overbearing thoughts are just not allowed
Who know it was their sins that caused You to die
Such an obvious thought, Lord. Why then, why can't I?

There are those who travel life's path without looking back
Who've set their sight on Your well-laid track
Who've learned that in the end, there is no, "Goodbye"
Sounds so tempting, Lord. Why then, why can't I?

There are those who are always able to smile
No matter how burdened or rigorous their trial
Who know this is the cost of the sinners' souls they buy
Can I buy souls for You, Lord? Why then, why can't I?

There are those who never question or doubt
Who are silently confident when I would scream and shout
Who've learned to trust Thee and need not know "Why?"
Oh how comforting, Lord! Why then, why can't I?

There are those work wonders without fear or dread
Who walk in dangerous places where I dare not tread
Who've learned that faith does the impossible - if we but try
I would perform miracles, Lord! Why then, why can't I?

There are those who stand tall defending Your name
Who endure hatred and ridicule - all without shame
Who've learned that there are times where it's wrong to be shy
I would be courageous, Lord! Why then, why can't I?