What If I Stumble
dc Talk
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The greatest single cause of atheism in the world today Is Christians who acknowledge Jesus with their lips Then walk out the door and deny him by their lifestyle. That is what an unbelieving world simply finds unbelievable. What if I stumble? What if I fall? Is this one for the people? Is this one for the Lord? Or do I simply serenade for things I must afford? You can jumble them together, my conflict still remains Holiness is calling, in the midst of courting fame Cause I see the trust in their eyes Though the sky is falling They need Your love in their lives Compromise is calling [Chorus] What if I stumble, what if I fall? What if I lose my step and I make fools of us all? Will the love continue when my walk becomes a crawl? What if I stumble, and what if I fall? What if I stumble, what if I fall? You never turn in the heat of it all What if I stumble, what if I fall? Father please forgive me for I can not compose The fear that lives within me Or the rate at which it grows If struggle has a purpose On the narrow road you've carved Why do I dread my trespasses will leave a deadly scar Do they see the fear in my eyes? Are they so revealing? This time I cannot disguise All the doubt I'm feeling [Chorus] What if I stumble? Everyone's got to crawl when you know that You're up against a wall, it's about to fall Everyone's got to crawl when you know that (2x) I hear You whispering my name [You say] "My love for You will never change" [never change] [Chorus: x2] What if I stumble, what if I fall? You never turn in the heat of it all What if I stumble, what if I fall? You are my comfort, and my God Is this one for the people, is this one for the Lord?
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Written by: DANIEL JOSEPH, TOBY MCKEEHAN
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11 facts about this song
Artist Background"What If I Stumble" is a song written and performed by DC Talk, a Christian rap and rock trio.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is from the Christian rap and rock music genre, reflecting DC Talk's unique style that blends elements of gospel, grunge, and hip-hop.
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Album DetailsThe song appears on the band's fourth studio album, titled "Jesus Freak," which was released in 1995.
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Strong Listener ReactionThe song's introspective and thought-provoking lyrics have resonated with many listeners, sparking conversations about faith, doubt, and spiritual integrity.
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Notable QuoteThe song starts with a notable quote by author Brennan Manning: "The greatest single cause of atheism in the world today is Christians: who acknowledge Jesus with their lips, walk out the door, and deny Him by their lifestyle. That is what an unbelieving world simply finds unbelievable."
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Chart PerformanceEven though the song wasn't released as a single, it still has a significant popularity among the fans and was frequently played on Christian radio stations.
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Song Theme"What If I Stumble" addresses the fear of failing to live up to Christian expectations and improperly representing the faith to others.
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Award RecognitionThe album "Jesus Freak" which contains this song won a Grammy Award in the Best Rock Gospel Album category in 1997.
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Critical Acclaim"What If I Stumble" is often lauded for its honest and authentic representation of the struggles that Christians face, making it one of DC Talk's most respected songs.
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Influential ImpactThe song, like the entire album, played a significant role in making Christian music more mainstream and acceptable to a broader audience outside the traditional Christian market during the mid-1990s.
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Band BreakdownDC Talk consists of TobyMac, Michael Tait, and Kevin Max, all of whom contribute vocally to "What If I Stumble." Each member's unique musical style is reflected in this song.
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