"Faithful Footsteps" (Lyrics by James F. Stoddard III, sung by daughter Hannah)
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- As a tribute to all fathers, past and present, this Father's Day we would like to share this clip from the April 2022 Book of Mormon Evidence Conference, wherein James Stoddard's children spoke on their latest book, "A Christ-Centered Home" and sang one of his compositions. You can watch the full presentation at Book of Mormon Evidence Streaming! www.bookofmorm...
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Lyrics to "Faithful Footsteps"
Written By: James F. Stoddard
Music: Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing
Faithful footsteps of my fathers,
Seeking ancient Truth once more.
Sacred scripture clasp’d in darkness,
Burning fire in mother-tongue.
Yoke of iron, tortured, trodden;
Dampness chills in murky gloom.
Yet a willing heart to suffer
Father’s will ‘till Morning’s loom.
True and Faithful to His Calling
To be separate from the world.
Hunted, driven from the North Land,
Joined in cov’nant for His Word.
Born of peril, storming tempest,
Sun, nor moon, nor star canst see.
Yet Lord thou canst surely save us,
Thou hast called us to be free.
Sacred honor, lives and fortunes,
Parchment’s words must never die,
Declaration, rights unalienable,
Bleeding cause, yet choice of Heav’n.
First for God, then family, country,
Millions yet, methinks I see.
But for now a voice of duty,
And the gibbet to be free.
These two prophets, sacred witness
Why from youth the called revile?
Like pure lambs going to the slaughter
They are calm as summer’s morn
Sacred names had by all nation’s
Good or evil they must judge.
As for me, I have this witness
I praise heaven’s worthy sons.
I’m sure Hannah’s father is beaming with love from heaven!
Beautiful.
Beautiful family, So so blessed. My heart swells for your family. God bless and hugs 🕊️💖🙏🤗
Aha, Breath of life Hannah!
This is a beautiful rendition. Thanks so much. We are in deep debt with our funders father in the country and in our families and in the gospel of jesus christ.
What a sincere spirit of gratitude and faithfulness is brought in through this song! This is such a beautiful performance. I love the testimony spoken through song, told in amazing words put to a beloved tune.
Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing. I love the slides you created as well.
Absolutely sister we sing for the Lord ❤
This is beautiful ❤️
Wow, that was perfect!
I am so glad you finally published this!
That was so powerful! The artwork along with your beautiful voice made the lyrics even more special. Thank you for sharing.
That was so beautiful, I am so sorry to hear about your father, I just found out by this song you sung. Your work, his work, has been a huge blessing in my life. What a great legacy and foundation you have all created over the years. God bless you all!
Just Beautiful thank you
Wow what a great song with awesome lyrics. You have a beautiful voice and spirit of faith. Please keep sending out more info about your foundation work. Many are interested and need to know more.
Loved this so much 💗
I think I saw three of the Stoddard siblings at Deseret Book last week? Wishing we could cave said hello.