Who you are
Bethel Music ft. Jenn Johnson Lyrics
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If it wasn't for Your kindness toward me
You've been closer than a friend could ever be
There is nothing on the Earth that could take Your place
I am undone
For You see all there was and all that will be
Yet you've set your vast affection upon me
Who can compare to You
Who moves my heart the way You do
Who can compare to You
Who moves my heart the way You do
Kingdoms come and kingdoms fade
But always You remain
Ages pass and seasons change
But always You remain the same
The lyrics of Bethel Music's Who You Are, featuring Jenn Johnson, speak about the unparalleled love and kindness of God. The singer owes everything she has and is to God's relentless and continuous affection towards her. The lyrics, "Where would I be if wasn't for Your kindness towards me" express gratitude towards God, recognizing that it is the love and grace of God that brought her to where she is now. The next line, which says, "You've been closer than a friend could ever be," portrays a sense of intimacy with God that cannot be matched by human relationships. It acknowledges the fact that God has always been present in her life, providing a safe and secure space that only comes from a close relationship with Him.
The song then talks about how God created the universe with His voice but still cares enough to call the singer by name. "By Your voice, the world was made, and still You called my name" is a beautiful picture of the sovereignty of God and the personal care and love He has for each person. Lastly, the lyrics speak about the unchanging nature of God. Despite the fleeting nature of everything on Earth, God remains the same. His love, grace, and kindness endure forever.
Overall, the song speaks about the unmatched love, grace, and kindness of God towards humanity, and the singer marvels at this unexplainable love. The lyrics bring comfort, reassurance, and hope, knowing that God will always be present to guide and protect.
Line by Line Meaning
Where would I be
If it weren't for Your kindness towards me, where would I possibly be?
If it wasn't for Your kindness toward me
Without Your kindness towards me, what would my life have amounted to?
You've been closer than a friend could ever be
Your love and presence in my life have been even greater than that of any human friend.
There is nothing on the Earth that could take Your place
No worldly thing or experience could ever replace the love and existence of God.
I am undone
The depth and overwhelming nature of God's love and grace leave me completely humbled and in awe.
For You see all there was and all that will be
God has complete knowledge and understanding of the past, present, and future.
Yet you've set your vast affection upon me
Despite God's infinite knowledge, He still chooses to love and care for me personally and deeply.
By Your voice the world was made and still You called my name
God's voice created the entire world, and yet He still knows me intimately and calls me by name.
Who can compare to You
There is no one, on Earth or in heaven, who is like God or can be compared to Him.
Who moves my heart the way You do
God's love and presence are the only things that can deeply move and affect my heart and soul.
Kingdoms come and kingdoms fade
Throughout history, empires and kingdoms rise and fall.
But always You remain
Despite the constantly changing world, God's unchanging nature remains constant and eternal.
Ages pass and seasons change
Time marches on and life is perpetually shifting and evolving.
But always You remain the same
No matter what life may bring, God's character never changes and He remains the same forever.
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