Asbury began leading worship at his church in North Carolina at the age of 17. Even as a kid, music has always had a profound impact on him, "I'd find a CD that I really loved, that really moved my heart and just sit in my room, silent and still and just listen." He was originally planning to attend UNC Chapel Hill when the Lord redirected his path. Through a few friends who had just graduated the onething internship in Kansas City, he was encouraged to go and check it out for himself. "Thinking the internship was solely dedicated to raising up young worship leaders, I decided to come. I soon found that the Lord had tricked me into something much bigger than myself." During this internship each intern was required to sit in the prayer room for long hours each day. After 6 months he "realized that this was what I was made for. To sit before Him and love Him."
Asbury says that his songs usually begin with a gentle nudge or whisper from the Holy Spirit that arises out of tenderness in quiet time with God. "Usually, the Holy Spirit will give me a melody or a chord progression and that's where it all begins. From there, I continue to ask Him what He's saying...I ask, 'How can I express what I am feeling through music?'" His goal through his music is that hearts would fall more in love with Jesus, and that a deep longing to know and love Him more would be awakened, "That when people listen to my songs, they would find themselves in His presence. That people would know the delight of God over them and truly find enjoyment in spending time with Him." Cory, who currently leads worship six times a week with co-leader Matt Gilman, is married to Anna Asbury, a prophetic singer and dancer at the House of Prayer. He has dedicated his life to fasting, prayer and worship, for the raising up of houses of prayer all across the world.
Always Faithful
Cory Asbury Lyrics
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I saw the Lord and He heard my cry
I saw the Lord and He heard me
I saw the Lord and He heard my cry
And He answered me
Though weeping endures for the night
Your joy comes in the morning
Your joy comes in the morning
Faithful
You're always faithful
True
You're always true
You'll never leave me
You're always with me
You're good
You're good
I saw the Lord and He heard me
I saw the Lord and He heard my cry
And He answered me
Though weeping endures for the night
Your joy comes in the morning
Though sorrow may last for a time
Your joy comes in the morning
Faithful
You're always faithful
True
You're always true
You'll never leave me
You're always with me
You're good
You're good
You bring joy
You bring joy
You bring joy
You bring joy
You bring joy
You bring joy
To my soul
Faithful
You're always faithful
True
You're always true
You'll never leave me
You're always with me
You're good
You're good
Cory Asbury's song "Always Faithful" highlights the theme of God's faithfulness in difficult and trying times. The lyrics depict the singer's personal encounter with God and the assurance he receives from Him. In the first verse, the singer asserts that he saw the Lord and cried out to Him, upon which God heard his plea and answered his prayer. This experience serves as a testament to God's benevolence, and how He is always present to come to the aid of those who seek Him.
The chorus of the song mentions how God remains faithful and true to His word, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to His people. The repeated "You're always with me, You're good" emphasizes the idea that even in life's trials and tribulations, our faith in God should remain strong because He is good and will never leave us. The second verse reminds us that regardless of how long our suffering may last, joy will eventually come in the morning, and this is thanks to God's faithfulness.
Overall, the song's message centers around the idea that God is with us through life's ups and downs, and we can always count on Him to come to our aid.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw the Lord and He heard me
In my time of need, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to witness the presence of the Lord, and he listened to my pleas and cries for help.
I saw the Lord and He heard my cry
In the moment when I was suffering through a difficult period, the Lord was present and heard my calls for help.
And He answered me
Through his divine wisdom and ability, the Lord responded to my distress and provided me with the support I needed.
Though weeping endures for the night
Even though I may experience sadness and despair during difficult times that seem to last for an extended period of time,
Your joy comes in the morning
Goodness and happiness will eventually come, bringing with it the feeling of joy and contentment to my heart and soul.
Though sorrow may last for a time
During negative or difficult circumstances, I may experience sorrow and heartache that can last for a period of time.
Your joy comes in the morning
However, through the grace of the Lord, the darkness will eventually fade away, and I will be able to experience happiness and contentment again, bringing with it a feeling of joy.
Faithful
The Lord is always dependable and true to his word, maintaining a steadfast presence in my life through difficult and trying times.
You're always faithful
Throughout the many difficult circumstances that life may bring, I can always depend on the Lord to be by my side, providing me with unwavering support and guidance.
True
The Lord's wisdom and guidance is always genuine and sincere, coming from a place of honesty and purity in his heart and soul.
You're always true
Throughout my struggles, I can always count on the Lord to offer me genuine and honest advice and guidance, coming from a place of true care and concern for me and my well-being.
You'll never leave me
Throughout every moment, during both the good times and the bad, the Lord will remain by my side, providing me with a sense of comfort and safety.
You're always with me
No matter where I go or what I may be experiencing, I can always count on the Lord to be with me, providing me with support and guidance along the way.
You're good
The Lord has a pure and honest nature, filled with goodness and kindness for all of humanity.
You're good
Throughout every experience in life, I have faith in the goodness of the Lord, who cares for and protects me with a love and kindness that is beyond words.
You bring joy
Through your wisdom and guidance, you bring with you a sense of joy and happiness to my life.
You bring joy
I am constantly filled with a sense of joy and hope when I lean on the guidance of the Lord, who brings with him a sense of lightness to my soul.
You bring joy
Even in times of sorrow and despair, I can always count on the Lord to bring me happiness and joy, lifting me up from the darkest moments with his loving and supportive nature.
You bring joy
The love and support of the Lord brings with it a sense of joy and contentment that I can't find anywhere else, filling my heart with hope and optimism that sustains me during difficult times.
To my soul
Through the guidance and support of the Lord, I am filled with a sense of hope and joy that uplifts me from the depths of despair, filling my soul with feelings of happiness and contentment.
Contributed by Leo I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.