[Verse 1

Out by the river, where the waters flow,

A rugged man preaches what the people should know.

Dressed in camel’s hair, with a belt around his waist,

John was called to prepare the way of grace.

[Pre-Chorus

He cried, “Repent, the kingdom’s near,

Make straight the paths, for the Lord is here.”

[Chorus

He’s the voice in the wilderness, calling out loud,

A humble servant, standing strong and proud.

“Turn from your sins, let the water make you clean,

For the Lamb of God will set you free.”

[Verse 2

He baptized the crowds in the Jordan's tide,

Pointing to the One who would turn the tide.

When Jesus came, he saw the Spirit descend,

And John proclaimed, “Here’s the Savior, my friend.”

[Pre-Chorus

He said, “I’m not worthy to loosen His shoes,

But He’s the light, the way, the truth.”

[Chorus

He’s the voice in the wilderness, calling out loud,

A humble servant, standing strong and proud.

“Turn from your sins, let the water make you clean,

For the Lamb of God will set you free.”

[Bridge

Even in the dark of Herod’s cell,

John stood firm, with a story to tell.

He gave his life, but his mission was clear,

To lead the way for the Savior near.

[Chorus

He’s the voice in the wilderness, calling out loud,

A humble servant, standing strong and proud.

“Turn from your sins, let the water make you clean,

For the Lamb of God will set you free.”