The Door
Al Denson Lyrics


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In a world that's lost direction
In a time that's so unsure
I was longing for a refuge
A place my heart could be secure
But, every day would end just like the one before
Until someone took me by the hand
And led me to the door
And the door is always open
For all who will come in
Though the path is sometimes hidden
With the darkness caused by sin
And though countless lives have found their way
There's still so many more
Now it's clear what I'm on this earth for
To stand here and help them find the door

For every heart that aches for comfort
For every child who longs for love
For lonely nights that last forever
For peaceful days not long enough
For everyone who wonders what they're living for
I got to be someone who cares enough
To lead them to the door

And the door is always open
For all who will come in
Though the path is sometimes hidden
With the darkness caused by sin
And though countless lives have found their way
There's still so many more
Now it's clear what I'm on this earth for
To stand here and help them

Lord, help me be the one today
To clearly point the way
Everything they're looking for
Is just inside the door

And the door is always open
For all who will come in
And the path is sometimes hidden
By the darkness caused by sin
And though countless lives have found their way
There's still so many more
Now it's clear what I'm on this earth for




To stand here and help them find the door
Come find the door

Overall Meaning

The song "The Door" by Al Denson speaks of finding refuge and security in a world that is lost and directionless. The singer of the song sees the door as a place of safety and security in the face of uncertainty and confusion. The door is always open for those who are willing to come in, regardless of the path that they took to get there. The singer sees it as their mission to help others find the door so that they too can be saved and experience the peace and security that it offers.


The lyrics of the song are both poignant and powerful, as they speak to the longing that many people feel for a sense of purpose and meaning in life. The singer recognizes that there are many people who are lost and searching for something that they cannot find on their own. They see themselves as a guide, someone who can help point the way to the door so that others can find the peace and security that they need.


Overall, "The Door" is a powerful and moving song that speaks to the human need for hope and salvation. It serves as a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always a way to find light and hope.


Line by Line Meaning

In a world that's lost direction
Living in a world that has lost its sense of purpose and direction.


In a time that's so unsure
Living in a time where the future is uncertain and unknown.


I was longing for a refuge
Feeling a strong desire for a place of safety and security.


A place my heart could be secure
A place where one's heart can find peace and safety.


But, every day would end just like the one before
Feeling stuck in a life where every day seems to blend together and lack any real progress or change.


Until someone took me by the hand
Finding guidance and support from someone else.


And led me to the door
Being shown the path to a better life.


And the door is always open
A way to a better life is always available.


For all who will come in
This way of life is accessible to anyone who seeks it.


Though the path is sometimes hidden
The path to a better life is not always immediately clear.


With the darkness caused by sin
Temptations and wrongdoing can obscure the way to a better life.


And though countless lives have found their way
Many people have found their way to a better life.


There's still so many more
There are still many people who have yet to find their way.


Now it's clear what I'm on this earth for
Having a clear purpose in life: to help others find a better path.


To stand here and help them find the door
To be a guide and support for those who seek a better life.


For every heart that aches for comfort
Everyone who is in search of comfort.


For every child who longs for love
Children who need and seek love.


For lonely nights that last forever
Those who struggle with loneliness and feel like there is no end in sight.


For peaceful days not long enough
A desire for more moments of peace and happiness in life.


For everyone who wonders what they're living for
For anyone who feels lost or lacks purpose in life.


I got to be someone who cares enough
Taking responsibility for being a person who can make a difference in the lives of others.


Lord, help me be the one today
Asking for divine help and guidance to be a positive force in the lives of others.


To clearly point the way
Being a clear guide and showing others what the path to a better life looks like.


Everything they're looking for
All the things people desire in life: love, peace, security, and purpose.


Is just inside the door
These desires can be found by following the path to a better life.


Come find the door
Inviting and encouraging people to seek this better way of life.




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Comments from YouTube:

John Hutton

That is one of Al Densons forgotten songs. Yet it speaks a powerful message. We all should be mindful of that.

John Hutton

@Jennifer Pruitt sorry to hear that

Jennifer Pruitt

@John Hutton I never knew my earthly father.

John Hutton

It is always important to have a relationship with not only our earthly father but our heavenly father.

David Taylor

I know it's an older song but 15 years ago I became Director of a daily program for at-risk teens called "The Door". Hundreds of teens later...75,000 dinners later....hundreds of teens coming to Jesus over the years. This song continues to inspire my heart years later. Thank you!

Stephen Brown

This is the first song I ever sang in public. Would love to have the soundtrack again.

Jennifer Pruitt

Al Denson and doors: still a better love story than Twilight....