You Raise Me Up
Selah Lyrics
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When troubles come and my heart burdened be
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
Until you come and sit awhile with me
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, to more than I can be
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, to more than I can be
There is no life no life without its hunger
Each restless heart beats so imperfectly
But when you come and I am filled with wonder
Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
And I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, to more than I can be
You raise me up, to more than I can be
The lyrics to Selah's song You Raise Me Up are a beautiful ode to the power of love and support. The song begins with the singer expressing their weariness and troubles, but finding comfort in waiting for their loved one to sit with them in silence. Then, the chorus speaks of being raised up and standing on mountains, walking on stormy seas, and becoming stronger than they thought possible by being on their loved one's shoulders. The second verse acknowledges the imperfection and hunger in life but states that when the loved one is there, the singer feels wonder and even glimpses eternity.
Overall, the song is a testament to the transformative power of love and support. Even when life is difficult and imperfect, having someone there to lift you up can help you achieve more than you ever thought possible. The imagery of standing on mountains and walking on stormy seas represents the idea of overcoming challenges and accomplishing great things with the help of someone else.
In terms of the musical arrangement, Selah's version of the song is a beautifully orchestrated ballad with sweeping strings and piano. The vocals are emotional and powerful, fitting perfectly with the uplifting message of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary
When I am feeling low and tired, spiritually and emotionally.
When troubles come and my heart burdened be
When problems arise and my heart feels heavy with their weight.
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
I remain calm and wait for guidance in quiet contemplation.
Until you come and sit awhile with me
Until I feel your presence and guidance in my life.
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You elevate my being and empower me to accomplish great things.
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas
You give me the strength to navigate through difficult times in life.
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders
I gain confidence and support from your presence.
You raise me up, to more than I can be
You help me achieve more in life than I could on my own.
There is no life no life without its hunger
Life involves an innate desire or drive for something more or better.
Each restless heart beats so imperfectly
Each person's heart is filled with imperfections and struggles.
But when you come and I am filled with wonder
When you come into my life, it fills me with amazement and awe.
Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity
Occasionally, I believe I catch a glimpse of something eternal and divine.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Brendan Graham, Rolf Lovland
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@NewGenesisSeekingGod
This is my personal testimony.
I used to believe that I was super strong, super smart, capable of taking care of myself, and even though I have always been a believer, my faith in God wasn't as strong as it was in myself.
Two years ago I had a serious personal problem with my family, without going into details; at that point, my family was my God, they were the reason I live for, in other words, my "EVERYTHING", but due to the issue with them one day they ALL, everybody abandoned me, over the night... I was left without anything and anyone to talk to. Months passed by, on which I couldn't sleep, lost my appetite and also my will to live. I pretended for a while that I was fine ‘cus I full of pride so I couldn’t admit that this time I wasn’t gonna be able to fix myself…until I couldn't take it any longer.
One night when the pain was unbearable, and desperation took over me, finally, I realized that I couldn’t keep living that way, so I started planning how to kill myself, I gave some thoughts to the idea because I wanted to be effective and final, I needed to stop the pain but before I did it I got on my knee, very angry with God, at 3 something am, I screamed to God "IF YOU CARE ABOUT ME, DO SOMETHING BECAUSE I CAN'T DO THIS ANY LONGER!!!, I AM A GOOD PERSON AND YOU KNOW IT!!!
I CAN'T TAKE THIS PAIN ANY LONGER!!! I DON'T WANT THIS LIFE ANY MORE!!, IF YOU DON'T DO SOMETHING I AM!!!
IF YOU SAVE ME I PROMISE I WILL DEDICATE THE REST OF MY LIFE TO YOU!!!”
After this, all I remember comes to me like a flashback, I swear, I don't know how I got back to my bed( my last memory was been in my knee by my bed). Later on( I am not sure how long it passed), on this flashback I opened my eyes for a second and my room was full of extraordinary light, so strong I couldn't keep my eyes open, I was on a fetal position on my bed, my room was full of Jesus’s presence(I didn't need to see his face because the love and peace that overcame my body, the feeling that fulfilled my inner being was screaming the existence of Jesus in my bedroom). I woke up at 10:35am as A TOTAL NEW PERSON, I felt like I have lost a heavyweight I was carrying on, I was radiant, hunger, happy and full of hopes and plans for my life... Jesus saved me! he cleansed my spirit from evil desires OVER THE NIGHT! just the way my family forsakes me. I have been wanting to give my testimony for almost 2 years, I guess the Lord decided that today was the day, he is REAL people, he is, and all we have to do is to redeem ourselves to him and ask for help, he is waiting for us to do so, this is mentioned in the Bible on Matthew 11:28 “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
We don't have to suffer alone, Jesus died for us, so we can live an abundant and long life.
My feeling towards my family hasn’t changed at all, if anything I love them more than ever, nor I hold any negative feelings against them, I still will give my life for any of them, the only difference now is that I will ask Jesus first if he is ok with this.
To the Lord be the glory!
God bless you all.
@waynecockney3408
I was orphaned at the age of 6 years old, I am an Inuvialuit on the coasts of the Arctic Ocean. Grew up with alot of anger because of the way I was treated as a young boy. In short, everything happens for a reason, did not know until I accepted Jesus into my heart at age 35. Did not know HE was there for me ALL the time, watching and keeping me in the palm of HIS hand. Read his word and prayed alot for a few years, then I backslide but yet HE still loves me, this I know with all my heart. Got back to reading HIS word, bringing back verses is good, family is happier. Alot more to share, but I thought I better keep it short, Thank you for raising me up!! All glory to God!
@nix5418
Our God is good
@christlikelife6675
GOD always has good in store for HIS children!
@crystalmelville2307
I am so sorry that you had a hard childhood but I am happy that you found a friend in Jesus. Please continue to press on in spite of any more challenges you might face. I wish you and your family all the best. Maybe you should write your story which would help others. Thank you for sharing. Dear Lord, thank you for Wayne and his family. Thank you for intervening in his life when things were really rough. Please continue to bless and strengthen them and keep them safe. Please meet their needs and use them to minister to others. Thank you Lord. Amen.
@blessinghopeangel108
@@crystalmelville2307
Amen and Amen 🙏
@debc1212
Praise Him 👏 🙌 Raised me Up 🌟
@MKmotivation155
Anyone listening to his songs in 2021 My testimony i was drug addict for more than 5 years one day I pray god to save me then i continued with my normal life until god put me in position i was not able to get out of without his help so i prayed and cried to him and he showed his mercy he delivered me and i promised to serve him afther that promise on the Sabbath day i was invited to do missionary work i accepted and since then my life is filled with blessings, God healed my heart mind and soul and is guiding me to help others :)
@pagniyann4919
AMEN
@carolineainomugish1997
God is powerful, if you believe in him 🙏🙏 hallelujah
@elizabeththietz9385
Praise God☺️