I'm Running
Deborah Joy Imani Winans Lyrics
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I have direction
But I woke up today
And you ain't said nothing
Which way do I go
And tell me what do I do
But I will never know
If I don't get to you
[Chorus]
So I'm running
If I can't walk then I'll crawl
And I'll get up if I fall
Gotta get to where you are
So I'm running
And I won't stop for nothing
It's hard but it's worth it
When it's you Lord that I want
Looking and looking
Said I'm just trying to find you
Feels like a dead end
I'm so lost without you
But I'm feeling desperate
And I don't wanna feel this
I need a solution
And walking just won't get it
[Chorus]
As the deer pantith for the water
So my soul longeth after thee
You alone are my hearts desire
And I long to worship thee
[Chorus]
The lyrics to Deborah Joy Imani Winans's song "I'm Running" speak to the struggles of feeling lost and directionless when one's source of guidance, in this case, God, seems distant or absent. The opening lines set the stage for the rest of the song, with the singer stating that when God speaks to her, she has direction, but on the day of the song, she has yet to hear from him, leaving her lost and unsure of which way to go.
In the chorus, she resolves to keep moving forward, even if the journey is difficult. She says, "If I can't walk then I'll crawl, and I'll get up if I fall." The repetition of the refrain, "So I'm running," reinforces her determination to keep moving towards her goal, which, in this case, is God.
The second verse sees the singer continuing in her struggle to find God, feeling like she's hit a dead end and that she's lost without him. She becomes desperate and acknowledges that walking alone won't be enough to find a solution to her problem.
The final lines of the song quote Psalm 42:1-2, comparing the singer's longing for God to a deer's longing for water. In the final chorus, she affirms that she won't stop until she reaches her destination.
Overall, the song is a powerful message of perseverance and faith, even in the face of adversity and doubt. It reminds listeners that, even when it feels like we're lost, we can find our way back to God if we keep pushing forward.
Line by Line Meaning
When you speak to me
Your words give me guidance
I have direction
I have a sense of purpose
But I woke up today
The day has started anew
And you ain't said nothing
I haven't heard from you
Which way do I go
I need to make a decision
And tell me what do I do
I need to know what to do
But I will never know
I will lack understanding
If I don't get to you
Unless I connect with you
So I'm running
I'm pursuing with haste
If I can't walk then I'll crawl
I'm willing to make any effort
And I'll get up if I fall
I won't give up
Gotta get to where you are
I need to be near you
And I won't stop for nothing
I won't be deterred
It's hard but it's worth it
The challenge is significant, but worthwhile
When it's you Lord that I want
Only you can satisfy me
Looking and looking
I'm searching
Said I'm just trying to find you
I'm seeking you
Feels like a dead end
I feel stuck
I'm so lost without you
I'm directionless
But I'm feeling desperate
I'm feeling urgent
And I don't wanna feel this
I want a better state of being
I need a solution
I require a resolution
And walking just won't get it
I need to do more than just take small steps
As the deer pantith for the water
Just as a thirsty animal craves water
So my soul longeth after thee
So does my spirit yearn for you
You alone are my hearts desire
You are the only one I long for
And I long to worship thee
I desire to offer you my reverence and devotion
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ERICA ATKINS-CAMPBELL, TRECINA ATKINS-CAMPBELL, WARRYN CAMPBELL
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The master's calling
The master's calling
Bow down while your knees still bend
Bow down while your knees still bend
The master's calling
The master's callingI don't wanna, wanna walk away
Walk away from him
I don't wanna, wanna walk away
Walk away from him Amazing 8/12/2020 California
@jeremiahbutcher7674
True master calling 🙏🙏🙏..... I'm aboriginal......I really love this gospel music... I'm from central Australia NT right in the middle of Australia desert bush........ still listening make me feel better...... true master calling 🙏🙏 us All around The World God bless 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@jackiecollins9768
My heart hurt for this nation because they’re not hearing nor listening 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@sueoquendo9944
Pandemic, cancer, sicken. Listen while you still can hear, our nation needs healing , prayer bend while you still can bend. Our master is calling out nation to repent. Time is short.
@sandrapoole1181
GOD bless you and may HE be with you and your loved ones each and every day.💟
@noybcecec3047
Yes the church and nation must heed the call to repent and to call upon the lord consistently the time now is to return to god in prayer and in a life style of worship the clock is ticking the master is calling
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@lorettawilliams2728
This is a call from God for our nation to return to Him. A Call To Repentance!! Hosea 6:!-3 AMEN!
@judycarr4190
Praying for you
@lanayamompremier4342
So many may had fallen victim to the enemy tactic but music like this is uplifting
@YagomateHRF
Great song! I know the Masters calling, my problem is lowering the world noise to hear him! Thank you Jesus for your blood and your grace that saves!