Those kinds of statements aren't made lightly. They don't come without merit. In Anthony Evans' case, these words couldn't ring more true.
It's not every day that a new talent emerges with as much promise and inspiration as this Dallas, Texas native. Yet, Anthony Evans never thought he'd be here. He couldn't have forecasted this future had he been asked to do so just a few years ago. With that said, the June 8th, 2004 release of his inspiring INO Records debut, Even More, is an accomplishment for which he takes very little credit.
"I realize now that God has orchestrated everything," says Anthony. "Sometimes we don't see it, but He's painting this whole picture for us as long as we allow Him to do it. I had come to the place where I could listen to Him say, 'Anthony, just trust Me.'
"God has taken me out of my comfortable Christian environment and through this, I've realized I can't stand on my own. Without God as the focal point of my life, everything was and is pointless. I still can't fathom the depth of His unconditional love for me and that God accepts me just as I am. Each song on Even More captures a dimension of this experience and how it has affected my life."
Forgive Me
Anthony Evans Lyrics
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For the way I've been trusting in my flesh
For the way I've not come to you with tears and brokenness
For the way that I have made you small
For the way I've not noticed you at all
For my pride and fear that won't let me surrender all
I need your mercy
I am not worthy
Without the cross
Oh, Lord come and wash me
From my head to my feet
I need you desperately
To forgive me
For the days that I love money more than You
For the days I love secrets more than truth
When I am too busy to reach for the needy, or reach for You
Forgive me
I need your mercy
I am not worthy
Without the cross
Lord come and wash me
From my head to my feet
I need you desperately Lord
To forgive me
I need your mercy
I am not worthy
Without the cross
Lord come and wash me
From my head to my feet
I need you desperately
Please forgive me
I need you desperately
Please
Forgive me
In the first verse of Anthony Evans's "Forgive Me," the singer apologizes to God for his sinful thoughts and actions. He recognizes that he has been trusting too much in his own strength and not coming to God with a broken and contrite heart. He acknowledges that he has not been giving God the appropriate respect and attention and has allowed his pride and fear to keep him from fully surrendering to God.
In the second verse, the singer asks for forgiveness for times when he has put his love of money or secrets before his love for God. He acknowledges that he has been too busy for those in need and for God himself. The repetition of the line "forgive me" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's sincerity in seeking forgiveness.
Overall, the lyrics of "Forgive Me" show a deep understanding of the need for God's mercy and grace in the face of human weakness and sin. It encourages listeners to approach God with humility and repentance, recognizing our own unworthiness without the salvation offered by the cross.
Line by Line Meaning
For the way I've thought too much of myself
I acknowledge my selfish pride and the arrogance that comes with it.
For the way I've been trusting in my flesh
I confess that I have put too much faith in my own strength and abilities rather than relying on You.
For the way I've not come to you with tears and brokenness
I admit that I have been stubborn and resistant to coming to You with a humble heart and a willingness to be vulnerable.
For the way that I have made you small
I acknowledge that I have minimized Your greatness and underestimated Your power.
For the way I've not noticed you at all
I confess that I have been blind to Your presence and deaf to Your voice.
For my pride and fear that won't let me surrender all
I admit that my pride and fear have hindered my ability to fully surrender myself and my life to Your will.
For the days that I love money more than You
I confess that I have idolized money and material possessions over my love and devotion for You.
For the days I love secrets more than truth
I acknowledge that I have preferred to keep my secrets and dishonesty hidden rather than embracing Your truth and living in authenticity.
When I am too busy to reach for the needy, or reach for You
I confess that I have allowed the busyness of life to distract me from reaching out to those in need and from seeking You in all things.
Forgive me
I am asking for Your forgiveness and grace.
I need your mercy
I am acknowledging my desperate need for Your mercy and compassion.
I am not worthy
I admit that I am unworthy of Your love and forgiveness, but I humbly accept it anyway.
Without the cross
I understand that it is only through Your sacrifice on the cross that I can receive redemption and forgiveness.
Lord come and wash me
I am asking You to cleanse me and purify me of my sins and shortcomings.
From my head to my feet
I am surrendering all of myself to You, every part of my being.
I need you desperately
I am declaring my complete dependence on You and my deep longing for Your presence in my life.
Please forgive me
I am repeating my request for Your forgiveness and expressing my sincere desire to reconcile with You.
Contributed by Luke C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Tiagoazevedorj
"Forgive Me"
For the way I've thought too much of myself
For the way I've been trusting in my flesh
For the way I've not come to you with tears and brokenness
For the way that I have made you small
For the way I've not noticed you at all
For my pride and fear that won't let me surrender all
Forgive me
I need your mercy
I am not worthy
Without the cross
Oh, Lord come and wash me
From my head to my feet
I need you desperately
To forgive me
For the days that I love money more than You
For the days I love secrets more than truth
When I am too busy to reach for the needy, or reach for You
Forgive me
I need your mercy
I am not worthy
Without the cross
Lord come and wash me
From my head to my feet
I need you desperately Lord
To forgive me
I need your mercy
I am not worthy
Without the cross
Lord come and wash me
From my head to my feet
I need you desperately
Please forgive me
I need you desperately
Please
Forgive me
@glorianyota729
No words can describe how amazing, merciful, loving God is! Lord I thank you for everything you have done for me and everything you are about to do!
@greaterfaithchurch6562
WOW!! VERY BEAUTIFUL SONG....we have all been here at some time in our walk with God. Let us never forget where He took us from. Our God is so good, gracious and merciful. I love You Lord Jesus!!
@benjammin6228
I can relate to this song as well. Far too often I fail to make time for God due to school, work, and what not. I really need God's help to overcome this huge weakness of mine. Be praying for me brothers and sisters.
@ylp3able
🙏 He will answer your sincere cry 💕
@ajaybibi6576
This song is a representation of true ministry something only God can place over a ministers life❤💯🔥
@eliturner26
This song touched my heart....God have mercy on me! Love this song right now...
@Slickii
Elizabeth Turner same , I'm in bed thanking God for using Anthony as a vessel to minister to my soul
@nataliecoetzee2191
This song brings tears to my eyes...as we need God always.. But we to busy for Him... Forgive me Lord❤
@charronsmith7987
Beautiful Song!! You were created to minister to me!!
@melaniearethameyers7468
When we move out from under GOD's grace we fall so so short of HIS glory and all HE does is waiting there,patiently -IN LOVE waiting with open arms for HIS prodical son and daughter to return! THANK YOU SO MUCH JESUS!