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Music has a way of reaching deep into our souls and touching us in a profound way. Whether we’re feeling joyful or sorrowful, music has the power to uplift us, inspire us, and bring us comfort. For me, one song that has always been a source of comfort and inspiration is Matt Maher’s “Lord I Need You.”
As I listened to the song tonight, the lyrics spoke to me in a way that they never had before. The words seemed to capture the very essence of my heart’s cry, and I found myself singing along with tears streaming down my face. The song is a beautiful expression of our human need for God’s grace, strength, and guidance, and it acknowledges the reality of our weakness and tendency to turn away from God.
The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics:
“Lord, I come, I confess Bowing here, I find my rest Without You, I fall apart You’re the One that guides my heart”
These words express a deep sense of humility and surrender, as the singer acknowledges his need for God’s presence and guidance. The next lines continue in the same vein:
“Lord, I need You, oh, I need You Every hour I need You My one defense, my righteousness Oh God, how I need You”
These words are a powerful reminder that we cannot rely on our own strength or righteousness, but must turn to God for everything we need. The chorus of the song repeats this theme, as the singer cries out to God for help and comfort:
“Where sin runs deep, Your grace is more Where grace is found is where You are And where You are, Lord, I am free Holiness is Christ in me”
These lines are a beautiful expression of the gospel message, as the singer acknowledges the reality of sin and the need for God’s grace to overcome it. The song then continues with a prayer for God’s presence and guidance in every area of life:
“Teach my song to rise to You When temptation comes my way And when I cannot stand, I’ll fall on You Jesus, You’re my hope and stay”
These words express a deep sense of trust in God’s faithfulness and a desire to follow Him in every circumstance. The final lines of the song bring everything full circle, as the singer returns to the theme of his need for God:
“Lord, I need You, oh, I need You Every hour I need You My one defense, my righteousness Oh God, how I need You”
As I listened to this song tonight, I found myself overwhelmed with emotion at the thought of God’s love and grace. The lyrics of “Lord I Need You” are a beautiful expression of our human need for God, and a reminder that He is always there to comfort, guide, and strengthen us. Whether we’re feeling joyful or sorrowful, we can turn to God and find comfort in His love.
