While he is not one to shy away from writing about his faith, Chris isn't afraid to embrace relationships and heartache in his songwriting. Chris cites influences such as Stevie Wonder, John Mayer, and Gavin DeGraw who all contributed to the polished pop/rock sound that is sure to resonate with all who listen.
A Little More Jesus
Chris August Lyrics
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I was sitting in the pew
The preacher told some stories
Yeah he spoke about the truth
Something resonated
I heard a million times before
Somehow I needed to hear it once more, he said
And a little bit less of me
I could be a little more humble
If we're speaking honestly
The more I see this heart inside of me
The more that I believe
I could use a little more Jesus
And a little bit less of me
I try to love my neighbor
And love my enemy
I went down to the homeless shelter and I
Gave them food to eat
It made me feel so good inside
But it did not bring me peace
Turns out there's just one thing that I need
I could use a little more Jesus
And a little bit less of me
I could be a little more humble
If we're speaking honestly
The more I see this heart inside of me
The more that I believe
I could use a little more Jesus
And a little bit less of me
We've got rules and regulations
Got a stance on everything
It gets so complicated
When all we really need
Is just a little more Jesus
And a little bit less of me
I could be a little more humble
If we're speaking honestly
The more I see this heart inside of me
The more that I believe
That I could use a little more Jesus
And a little bit less of me
I could use a little more Jesus
And a little bit less of me
I could be a little more humble
If we're speaking honestly
The more I see this heart inside of me
The more that I believe
I could use a little more Jesus
And a little bit less of me
I could use a little more Jesus 3x
And a little bit less of me
I could use a little more Jesus 3x
And a little bit less of me
A little bit less of me
In Chris August's song A Little More Jesus, the singer is reflecting on a sermon he heard on Sunday. The sermon impacted him deeply as he realized he needed more of Jesus and less of himself. He confesses that despite his efforts to love his neighbor and even his enemy, he still feels a lack of peace in his heart. The singer believes that what he needs is is more of Jesus in his life. He realizes that though he may have rules and regulations and a strong stance on various issues, all he truly needs is more of Jesus.
The song's message is a call to humility and a reminder that in this fast-paced world we live in, we may be tempted to rely solely on ourselves and our own abilities. However, the song urges listeners to rely on Jesus and surrender their own desires and ego to Him, asking for more of His presence in their lives. The song's lyrics are simple, yet impactful in that they serve as a reminder to its listeners to put their faith in Jesus, rather than themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
It was just last Sunday
The time when the event in the song took place.
I was sitting in the pew
The location of the event in the song.
The preacher told some stories
A description of the event in the song.
Yeah he spoke about the truth
The subject that the preacher talked about in the song.
Something resonated
A response to the preacher's message.
I heard a million times before
The familiarity of the message.
Somehow I needed to hear it once more, he said
The significance of hearing the message again.
I could use a little more Jesus
The desire for more of Jesus in one's life.
And a little bit less of me
The realization of the need for humility and less focus on self.
I could be a little more humble
The acknowledgement of a personal shortcoming that needs improvement.
If we're speaking honestly
The importance of honesty when discussing personal flaws.
The more I see this heart inside of me
The recognition of one's own flaws and shortcomings.
The more that I believe
The realization that improvement is necessary for growth.
I try to love my neighbor
A description of personal efforts to love others.
And love my enemy
A description of personal efforts to love those who may be considered enemies.
I went down to the homeless shelter and I
A personal account of serving others.
Gave them food to eat
A specific example of how the singer served others.
It made me feel so good inside
The feeling of satisfaction gained from serving others.
But it did not bring me peace
A realization that serving others alone is not enough for personal fulfillment.
Turns out there's just one thing that I need
The discovery of a personal need for something specific.
We've got rules and regulations
A description of religious systems and guidelines.
Got a stance on everything
The rigidity of religious systems and beliefs.
It gets so complicated
The difficulties that arise from strict adherence to religious systems.
When all we really need
The statement that presents a counterargument to strict religious systems.
Is just a little more Jesus
The suggestion that a primary focus on Jesus is all that is needed.
I could use a little more Jesus
Reiteration of the desire for more of Jesus.
And a little bit less of me
Reiteration of the realization of the need for humility and less focus on self.
A little bit less of me
Final statement reiterating the realization of the need for humility and less focus on self.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BEN RECTOR, CHRIS MEGERT, CHRIS AUGUST MEGERT
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Alyssa Gombos
Love this song. It's true that despite how many times things are repeated, the Lord can say something that we've heard for years and it'll hit us differently in that perfect moment. Praise the Lord for His amazing plans-we all need to trust Him <3
DARI THE G
Growing up this was one of my favorite songs it was actually my first favourite song I listen to it every day this song brings me happiness ☺️
The S.A.D. Family
Beautiful song. Learning to play it on the guitar for my youth group. I love this song. I think everyone could use a little more Jesus.
cenpo sor
What are the chords?. Guitar
Amanda Ochieng
you should a video of you playing on youtube! great song to learn.
Sheila Hazelet
Chris August is awesome! He has become my new favorite singer and I think he will remain at the top of my list for good! xoxo
BERNARD DIAS
the more i see this heart inside of me ,
the more that i believe
Vee
this is so powerful 😊🙏🙏😊😊💜 oh I could use a lot more of Jesus !!!!
Amelie Sask
this is a great song with meaningful lyrics
beulah gracepaul
Praise god
Loved the song