Hilary Weeks delivers music with a rare combination of assuredness and tenderness. With inspiring lyrics and a voice audiences have come to love and depend upon, she shares her heart and insight drawn from everyday life.
Raised in Alaska, Hilary grew up carefree and introspective. The forests, streams, and inlets of her Anchorage home offered a wealth of opportunities for not only exploring, but quiet reflection as well.
“Growing up I spent a lot of time in the forest next to our house,” Hilary says. “It overlooked the ocean and often I would see whales out in the distance. It is still one of my favorite places on Earth. I could go there to be alone and think and pray and try to figure out life. It was my own secret spot where I could commune with Heaven.”
Such communion has always been a guiding theme in Hilary’s life - and music. After finishing her first song at the age of 14, she found her favorite topics to write about were those devoted to the Gospel. But becoming a bestselling, inspirational singer/songwriter was never something she planned.
“If someone had told me after I wrote my first song, that I would someday release seven CDs I wouldn’t have believed them,” she says. “And if they had told me that I would sing those songs in front of thousands of people, I would have run. I never had dreams or plans of becoming a singer or songwriter. I liked music. I loved it. It was just that simple.”
But one simple thing led to another, and her song “He Hears Me” was recorded on the 1993 Especially for Youth album. Three years later Hilary released her solo debut, He Hears Me, for which she was awarded Inspirational Album of the Year by the Faith Centered Music Association. She has since released six albums, her latest being If I Only Had Today (September 2008), as well as two collections of sheet music, The Hilary Weeks Songbook Vol. 1 & 2.
In addition to her solo releases Hilary has been featured on an extensive list of compilation albums and has been the recipient of numerous awards; but for every achievement, she credits the great love of Jesus Christ. And in spite of all the accolades and success, her most beloved moments are those spent with her family.
“I love being with my family,” Hilary (a self-described “homebody”) says. “They are the best thing in my life. I have just been so incredibly blessed. And in addition to a happy, healthy family, somehow, through encouragement of wonderful friends, support of a loving family, and guidance from a patient Heavenly Father my road has also taken me on an incredible musical journey.”
Hilary, her husband Tim, and their four daughters live in Utah.
Our Savior's Love
Hilary Weeks Lyrics
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Shines like the sun
With perfect light
As from above
It breaks thru clouds strife
Lighting our way
It leads us back into his sight
Where we may stay
Eternal life
The spirit voice
Of goodness, whisphers to our hearts
A better choice
Than evils anguished cries
Loud may the sound
Of hope ring till all doubt departs
And we are bound
To him
By loving ties
Our father god
Of all creations hear us pray
In rev'rence Awed
By thy son sacrifice
Praises we sing
We love thy law we will obey
Our heavenly king
In the
Our hearts rejoice
Our heavenly king
In the
Our hearts rejoice
The song "Our Savior's Love" by Hilary Weeks is a beautiful and uplifting hymn that speaks of the perfect love and light that emanates from the Savior, Jesus Christ. The opening line of the song, "Our Savior's love shines like the sun," creates a powerful image of the overwhelming brightness of Christ's love. This love is described as perfect and heavenly, breaking through the strife of the world and lighting our way to eternal life. The song emphasizes that this love is available to all who seek it, as long as they are willing to follow the path that the Savior has laid out for them.
The second verse of the song speaks of the Spirit's voice, which whispers to our hearts and guides us towards goodness and light. This voice is contrasted with the "anguished cries" of evil that would seek to lead us astray. The song suggests that if we listen closely to the voice of the Spirit and follow its guidance, we can overcome doubt and be bound to Christ by loving ties. The final verse of the song is a prayer to God the Father in which the singer expresses their reverence and gratitude for the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. They promise to obey God's law and rejoice in the knowledge that they are beloved children of a heavenly king.
Overall, the lyrics of "Our Savior's Love" are a testament to the power of faith and the hope that comes from following the teachings of Jesus Christ. The song encourages listeners to seek out the light of Christ and to trust in his perfect love, which can lead them to eternal life.
Line by Line Meaning
Our Savior's love
The love of our Savior is being described.
Shines like the sun
It shines brightly and warmly, giving life.
With perfect light
This light is complete and whole, leaving nothing to be desired.
As from above
It comes from God and the heavens above.
It breaks thru clouds strife
Though there may be difficulties and obstacles, His love can penetrate through them all.
Lighting our way
It illuminates our path, giving us direction and hope.
It leads us back into his sight
It guides us towards our Heavenly Father's presence and helps us feel His love.
Where we may stay
Once we have found our way back to Him, we can have a place to stay and call home.
To share
We have the opportunity to share in His love and His blessings.
Eternal life
This love leads to eternal life and joy.
The spirit voice
The Holy Spirit speaks to our hearts and minds, guiding and helping us in our lives.
Of goodness, whisphers to our hearts
This voice whispers goodness, kindness, and love to our hearts.
A better choice
We are given better choices to make, guided by the Spirit's voice and His love.
Than evils anguished cries
These choices are better than those that come from evil and pain.
Loud may the sound
It is loud and powerful, cutting through confusion and doubt.
Of hope ring till all doubt departs
This sound of hope can bring clarity and peace to our minds, driving away doubt and uncertainty.
And we are bound
We are connected and held close by our love for Him.
To him
Our love and gratitude is directed towards our Heavenly Father.
By loving ties
We are held together by the bonds of love that connect us all to Him.
Our father god
We are addressing our Heavenly Father in prayer and supplication.
Of all creations hear us pray
We are asking Him to listen to our prayers, acknowledging that He is the creator of all things.
In rev'rence Awed
We hold a deep respect and awe for Him.
By thy son sacrifice
We acknowledge the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made on our behalf, opening the way for us to return to our Father in Heaven.
Praises we sing
We offer our gratitude and joy by singing praises to Him.
We love thy law we will obey
We express our love for His commandments and promise to follow them.
Our heavenly king
We acknowledge Him as our king and ruler.
In the
This phrase is repeated in the song to emphasize His presence and influence in our lives.
Our hearts rejoice
We feel joy and gladness in our hearts because of His love and blessings.
Contributed by Isaac H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.