Jared and Glenn have transitioned out of the band, which is now led by Jon Egan and supported by Dan Egan, Bob Howard, Bekah Wagoner, Eric Todd, and Jared Henderson. The band's newest release, Light Up the World (2009), carries a vision for aiding orphans and widows around the world and challenging young people to do the same.
The band has been featured at both Creation East and Kingdom Bound. They have also been featured at Teen Mania's Acquire the Fire events in stadiums around the country. Their albums appear on Integrity's Vertical Music label and feature high-energy, passionate new worship songs that convey the hunger for God of a young generation.
RescuE
Desperation Band Lyrics
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I can’t be left behind
No one else will do
I will take hold of You
I need You Jesus
To come to my rescue
Where else can I go
Which I am saved
Capture me with grace
I will follow You
This world has nothing for me
I will follow You
This world has nothing for me
I will follow You
The lyrics in Desperation Band's song "Rescue" express a deep longing for Jesus to come to the rescue of the singer. The first verse begins with the acknowledgement that Jesus is the source of life, and without Him, the singer cannot be left behind. It is clear that there is no one else that can do what Jesus can do, and the singer recognizes this. The chorus then echoes the yearning for Jesus to come to the rescue, as there is nowhere else to turn. The singer asserts that there is no other name by which they can be saved, and so, they ask Jesus to capture them with grace. The latter half of the chorus shows the singer's commitment to following Jesus, no matter what. The final verse reiterates that this world has nothing for the singer, and, as such, they will follow Jesus.
Overall, the lyrics of "Rescue" reflect a sense of desperation and a need for Jesus. The singer recognizes that Jesus is the only one who can bring them true life and salvation, and they are asking Him to rescue them from whatever the world has to offer.
Line by Line Meaning
You are the source of the life
You are the origin and foundation of my existence
I can’t be left behind
I cannot afford to be left behind or separated from You
No one else will do
No one else can replace or fill the void that You do in my life
I will take hold of You
I will grasp onto You and never let go
I need You Jesus
I am desperate and dependent on You, Jesus
To come to my rescue
To intervene and deliver me from my struggles and challenges
Where else can I go
There is nowhere else to turn or find refuge apart from You
There’s no other name by
No other name or person can offer salvation or redemption
Which I am saved
By Your name and power alone, I am rescued and redeemed
Capture me with grace
Envelop me with Your unmerited favor and love
I will follow You
I will obediently pursue and submit to Your will and direction
This world has nothing for me
This earthly existence cannot fulfill or satisfy me
I will follow You
I choose to follow You, even in the midst of a fallen world
This world has nothing for me
This world is void of any true fulfillment or purpose
I will follow You
I will continue to pursue and trust in You, despite the shortcomings of this world
Contributed by Adalyn N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@eunicewinel2608
Who still believes in Christ? MAY GODBLESS YOU ALWAYS! 🤗❤️
@1962BCarr
I'm a rescuer, who was rescued. Thank You Jesus!
@dafnecisneros6110
Barry Carr Amen🙏🏼
@rainbowmoya6342
i was saved my first despo was amazing 2016!!!
It meant a lot to me and I made a lot of friends everyone was so nice!
@TheGLORIOUS-GOSPELof-CHRIST
SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SONG!! LOVE THIS SONG! THANK YOU LORD!
@volterwoo
What is the Responsibility of a Savior? To Rescue. Thank You Lord Jesus Christ for rescuing me.
@NotesofGrace
Very rarely do I hear songs I love right away. I was driving and heard this song on the radio and told my phone what song is this!! I took a screen shot of it and have been listening to this song ever since!! Such a blessing thank you!! :)
One other song I heard that I recommend is Overwhelmed by Big Daddy Weave. I'm going to be making a youtube playlist stay tuned!! :)
@alexanderresch3502
Same for me👍
@leliadixon3274
beautiful
@carolineh8548
Where else can I go? Nowhere!