Only By Grace
Fr Rob Galea Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
that saved a wretch like me,
I once was lost but now I'm found,
no longer blind, I see.
I have chosen to run this race, determined to reach the end,
I have forgotten it's only by grace that I can see, Your face.
Only by grace the eagles fly,
by that same grace, you'll lift me high,
it's you alone, who can show me the way,
the way to the Father's throne.
Oh I've tried to walk alone, it was to no avail,
but when all been said and done,
I know that I'm too frail.
Only by grace the eagles fly,
by that same grace, you'll lift me high,
I lift up my hands to You,
It's You alone, who can show me the way.
Only by grace can I see,
that I can be, all I'm called to be,
I lift up my eyes to You,
it's You alone, who will lead me away,
far away from sin.
Fr Rob Galea's song "Only By Grace" expounds on the concept of grace and its essentiality in the Christian faith. The song begins by echoing the familiar hymn "Amazing Grace" and exemplifies the depth of grace in the form of a savior who found and saved a lost and broken man ("a wretch like me"). The chorus highlights the overarching message of the song, emphasizing that it is only by grace that an individual can take flight and soar like an eagle. This grace takes the form of guidance and direction from God, which leads a believer to the throne of God.
The second verse continues to emphasize that the journey of faith is not by human strength or merit, but rather by the grace of God. It expresses the realization that despite one's best efforts to walk alone, they will still eventually find themselves limited by their frail humanity. It is only by grace, which is the unmerited favor of God that one can take flight and go beyond their natural limitations. The final chorus reiterates that only by the grace of God can an individual reach their full potential and that this grace leads them away from sin and toward their calling.
Line by Line Meaning
Amazing grace how sweet the sound,
I am overwhelmed by the amazing grace that saved me
that saved a wretch like me,
I was lost in my sinfulness, but God saved me through His grace
I once was lost but now I'm found,
I was lost, but now I have found my way through God's grace
no longer blind, I see.
I was once unable to see the truth, but God's grace has opened my eyes
I have chosen to run this race, determined to reach the end,
I am committed to following God's path and reaching the goal He has set for me
I have forgotten it's only by grace that I can see, Your face.
I know that without God's grace, I am unable to see His face or experience His presence
Only by grace the eagles fly,
Like the eagle, I can soar through life only by the grace of God
by that same grace, you'll lift me high,
I know that God's grace can lift me up and help me overcome any obstacle
I lift up my hands to You,
I turn to God in reverence, acknowledging His greatness
it's you alone, who can show me the way,
I know that only God can guide me on the right path
the way to the Father's throne.
God can lead me to the presence of the Father where I can experience His love and mercy
Oh I've tried to walk alone, it was to no avail,
I have tried to rely on myself, but this only led to failure and disappointment
but when all been said and done,
After considering all my options and experiences
I know that I'm too frail.
I acknowledge my own weakness and limitations
Only by grace can I see,
I can only fully understand through the grace of God
that I can be, all I'm called to be,
I realize that I have potential and a purpose in God's plan
I lift up my eyes to You,
I look to God with hope and trust
it's You alone, who will lead me away,
Only God can guide me away from sin and towards righteousness
far away from sin.
I desire to move away from sin and live a life pleasing to God
Contributed by Connor V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@catherinehewson3513
This young priest is such an inspiration with his gift of music , beautiful ! We thank God for him.
@LORD-IS-MY-SHEPHERD3161
Fr. You are God's chosen child to bring the scattered back to God! God bless you Fr. Love from Goa-India. Since you came to Goa, you enlightened us all🙏✝️
@mapyngrope1658
May God bless you Fr Rob. You have been chosen by God to be a Priest keep it up Fr Rob it's really touch our hearts when we listen your songs. Thankyou
@baaijingtngenrynjah9831
Hi Kong2 sngewtynnad ba phi shait sngap jingrwai Jong I fr. Rob nga ruh nga shait ioh mynsiem bha da sngap ki jingrwai bad Jing kren Jong I🤗
@janicedsouza6442
Thank you Rev. Fr. Rob for showing us that by God’s Grace we will be saved .
@valentinahansda3745
Very beautiful song...so soulful....
GOOD GOD BLESS YOU ALL...
Mumma Mary protect you all..
@tbc3423111c
Fr Rob, may our Lord continue to bless & keep you in His loving protection. ❣🙏🏽
@margiemuchiri9080
Sure, it's only by God's grace we're here. Thank you Fr Rob and your band. God bless you always. Happy birthday to your Dad n brother. May God protect them.
@ulikepoi
Praying the rosary and this inspirational song from Bellflower CA
Fr Galea you are sent to inspire us to be close to God
@juanpelaez5435
Great inspiration. Faith, life, felinos really math with music to explain what God did for us.