Heaven is in My Heart
Bob Fitts Lyrics


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OoooooÂ... Heaven is in my heart!
OoooooÂ... Heaven is in my heart!

The kingdom of our God is here (Leader)
Heaven is in my heart (All)
The presence of his majesty (Leader)
Heaven is in my heart (All)
And in his presence joy abounds (Leader)
Heaven is in my heart (All)
The light of holiness surrounds (Leader)
Heaven is in my heart (All)

OoooooÂ... Heaven is in my heart!
OoooooÂ... Heaven is in my heart!

We are a temple for his throne (Women)
Heaven is in my heart (All)
And Christ is the foundation stone (Women)
Heaven is in my heart (All)
He will return to take us home (Leader)
Heaven is in my heart (All)
The Spirit and the Bride say 'Come!' (Leader)
Heaven is in my heart

OoooooÂ... Heaven is in my heart!
OoooooÂ... Heaven is in my heart!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bob Fitts's song "Heaven is in my Heart" express the idea of the kingdom of God being within us as believers. The song starts off with a repetition of the line "Heaven is in my heart," which sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics. The leader and the all keep affirming this idea throughout the song. The lines "The kingdom of our God is here" and "The presence of his majesty" illustrate the idea that as Christians, we have the kingdom of God dwelling in us.


The following lyrics, "And in his presence joy abounds" and "The light of holiness surrounds," further emphasize that when we have the presence of God in our hearts, everything around us is illuminated with his presence, and we experience joy and holiness. The second verse speaks about us being the temple for God's throne, and Christ being the foundation stone. The lines, "He will return to take us home" and "The Spirit and the Bride say 'Come!'" portray the hope and anticipation of Christ's return, and the ultimate goal of being united with him in heaven.


Overall, the song expresses a deep sense of joy and hope that comes from having the presence of God in our hearts, and the ultimate joy of being united with him in heaven.


Line by Line Meaning

OoooooÂ... Heaven is in my heart!
The singer is expressing their joy and excitement about having heaven in their heart.


The kingdom of our God is here (Leader)
The presence of God's kingdom is felt and experienced by the singer.


Heaven is in my heart (All)
The singer feels the presence of heaven within their heart.


The presence of his majesty (Leader)
The singer feels the presence of God's majesty.


And in his presence joy abounds (Leader)
Being in God's presence brings the singer great joy.


The light of holiness surrounds (Leader)
The singer is surrounded by the holy light of God's presence.


We are a temple for his throne (Women)
The singer is acknowledging that they are a vessel for God's presence.


And Christ is the foundation stone (Women)
Jesus Christ is the foundation upon which the singer's faith is built.


He will return to take us home (Leader)
The singer believes in Jesus' promise to return and take believers to heaven.


The Spirit and the Bride say 'Come!' (Leader)
The Holy Spirit and the church eagerly await Jesus' return.


Heaven is in my heart
The singer repeats the main message of the song - heaven is within their heart.


OoooooÂ... Heaven is in my heart!
The song ends with a repetition of the first line, emphasizing the joy of having heaven within the singer's heart.




Writer(s): Graham Kendrick

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@dayanmomin1684

Im just 7 years when Iam 1st listen This song thanks.... 4uploading this song ...

@hinakomalin

I haven't this album since I was 4-5 years old.......and that is almost 16 years. One of my favourite songs. Thanks for uploading this!

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im looking for the song title: blessed o lord.. the slow one . i forgot the album name

@2007pnunes

I live in Brazil, but I do love the ministry of Bob Fitts, I am glad to help you. Priscilla from Sao Paulo.