Dance with Me
Chris Quilala & Kim Walker Lyrics


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Author of the world, walk with me
Ruler of the earth, walk with me
Calmer of the storm, walk with me
Healer of my heart, walk with me

How I need You
How I need You
Oh Jesus, walk with me

Light for every step, walk with me
Giver of each breath, walk with me

How I need You
How I need You
Oh Jesus, walk with me

How I need You
How I need You
Oh Jesus, walk with me

[Chorus]
In Your presence Lord there is peace, there is rest
In Your presence Lord there is life that never ends
In Your presence Lord there is joy there is joy
In Your presence Lord there is life that never ends

How I need You
How I need You
Oh Jesus, walk with me

[Chorus]
In Your presence Lord there is peace, there is rest
In Your presence Lord there is life that never ends




In Your presence Lord there is joy there is joy
In Your presence Lord there is life that never ends

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Chris Quilala and Kim Walker’s song invite Jesus, the author of the world and ruler of the earth, to walk with them and be present in their lives. The first verse calls upon Jesus in different ways - as the ruler of the earth, calmer of the storm, and healer of the heart - to walk alongside the singer. The repetition of the phrase “walk with me” emphasizes the singer’s need for Jesus’ guidance and companionship.


The second verse describes Jesus as a light for every step and giver of each breath. Again, the singer expresses their dependence on Jesus and how they need him in every aspect of their life. The chorus proclaims the benefits of being in Jesus’ presence - peace, rest, joy, and eternal life. The repetition of the phrase “how I need you” in both verses and the chorus shows that the singer recognizes their need for Jesus and is seeking his presence and guidance.


Overall, the song is a prayer and a worship song that reaffirms the singer’s faith and dependence on Jesus. It is a reminder that Jesus is always present, ready to guide and comfort those who seek him.


Line by Line Meaning

Author of the world, walk with me
Come and walk with me, O God who created this world


Ruler of the earth, walk with me
Walk by my side, Lord who governs this world


Calmer of the storm, walk with me
Be with me, Lord who can calm any tumultuous situation


Healer of my heart, walk with me
Walk with me, God who can heal my broken heart


How I need You
Expressing the desperate need for God's presence


Oh Jesus, walk with me
Inviting Jesus to walk with the singer


Light for every step, walk with me
Walk with me, God who illuminates every step of my journey


Giver of each breath, walk with me
Come and be with me, God who gives me the very breath I breathe


[Chorus] In Your presence Lord there is peace, there is rest
Being in God's presence brings a sense of calm and relaxation


In Your presence Lord there is life that never ends
Being in God's presence is eternal and everlasting


In Your presence Lord there is joy there is joy
Being in God's presence brings immense joy and happiness


How I need You
Reiterating the importance and desperation to have God's presence


[Chorus] In Your presence Lord there is peace, there is rest
Being in God's presence brings a sense of calm and relaxation


In Your presence Lord there is life that never ends
Being in God's presence is eternal and everlasting


In Your presence Lord there is joy there is joy
Being in God's presence brings immense joy and happiness


Oh Jesus, walk with me
Closing with a plea for Jesus to walk with the artist




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JASON INGRAM, JON THATCHER, PAUL MABURY, STUART GARRARD

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