The River
Hillary Scott The Scott Family Lyrics
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Wishing you can let them go
Do you feel you're often searching for a home?
Well there's a love that fills what's empty
There's a place you can be changed
There's a God who knows you
He's calling out your name
Come be washed in the blood
And your sins will be forgiven by the power of His love
Come be changed by the mercy
That makes all things new
Where the lost get found
Come on down, down, down to the river
To the river
It flows like the Mississippi
From the giver of endless grace
And everyone is welcome here to dive into the waves
So leave the questions far behind you
Leave your past back on the shore
And run with wild abandoned
Wait no more
Come on down to the river
Come be washed in the blood
And your sins will be forgiven by the power of His love
Come be changed by the mercy
That makes all things new
Where the lost get found
Come on down, down, down to the river
To the river
Every burden, every scar
Let the waters wash away
No matter who you were before
You belong to Christ today
Yeah, you belong to Christ today
As I went down to the river to pray
Studying about that good 'ol way
And who shall wear the robe and crown
Good Lord, show me the way
Oh Sister, let's go down, let's go down, come on down
Oh Sister, let's go down, down to the river to pray
Come on down to the river
Come be washed in the blood
And your sins will be forgiven by the power of His love
Come be changed by the mercy
Makes all things new
Where the lost get found
Come on down, down, down to the river
To the river
Come on down, come on down, oh oh
To the river, oh oh
The song "The River" by Hillary Scott & The Scott Family is a beautiful and inspiring gospel song that encourages listeners to come to God and be washed in the blood of Jesus. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, with a clear message of hope and salvation. The first verse talks about feeling tired of hiding secrets and searching for a home. It then transitions to the chorus where the singer invites the listener to come to the river, where they can be washed clean of their sins and find new life in Christ. The second verse speaks directly to the listener, encouraging them to leave their past behind and run with wild abandon to the river. The bridge refers to an old hymn, “Down to the River to Pray,” which emphasizes the importance of prayer and spiritual rejuvenation. Overall, the song is a beautiful reminder of the transformative power of God’s love and the hope that can be found in Him.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you tired of shame in secrets?
Are you exhausted from feeling guilty about things you keep hidden?
Wishing you can let them go
Do you wish you could stop holding on to these things?
Do you feel you're often searching for a home?
Is it hard for you to find a place where you truly belong?
Well there's a love that fills what's empty
There's a love that can fill the voids and emptiness you feel.
There's a place you can be changed
There's a place where you can be transformed.
There's a God who knows you
The God who created you understands you better than anyone else.
He's calling out your name
He's reaching out to you and inviting you to come to Him.
Come on down to the river
Come to the place of transformation and renewal.
Come be washed in the blood
Be purified and made whole through the sacrificial love of Jesus.
And your sins will be forgiven by the power of His love
Your past mistakes and transgressions will be wiped away by His love.
Come be changed by the mercy
Be transformed by the grace and compassion of God.
That makes all things new
This kind of mercy can completely renew and transform even the darkest parts of your soul.
Where the lost get found
This is a place where people who feel lost and alone can find a sense of belonging and purpose.
Every burden, every scar
No matter how heavy your burdens or how deep your wounds are,
Let the waters wash away
the cleansing waters of the river can wash them all away.
No matter who you were before
It doesn't matter what you've done or who you used to be.
You belong to Christ today
If you choose to embrace His love, you can become a new creation in Him.
It flows like the Mississippi
The river of God's love and grace is vast and never-ending, like the Mississippi river.
From the giver of endless grace
This grace comes from Him, who is the source of all grace and mercy.
And everyone is welcome here to dive into the waves
Anyone and everyone is welcome to experience this love and transformation.
So leave the questions far behind you
Don't worry about having all the answers or understanding everything perfectly.
Leave your past back on the shore
Leave your past behind you and embrace this new beginning.
And run with wild abandon
Embrace this new life with complete abandon and enthusiasm.
Wait no more
Don't hesitate or delay any longer. Come to the river now.
As I went down to the river to pray
Refers to the practice of baptism which symbolizes washing away sins and being reborn.
Studying about that good 'ol way
Reflecting on the teachings of Jesus and the Christian faith.
And who shall wear the robe and crown
Mentions the rewards of following Jesus and living a life of faithfulness.
Good Lord, show me the way
Asking God for guidance and wisdom on this path.
Oh Sister, let's go down, let's go down, come on down
Encouraging others to come to the river and experience the transformation themselves.
To the river
Emphasizing the importance of coming to the river for this kind of renewal and transformation.
Come on down, come on down, oh oh
Reiterating the invitation to all to come to the river.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
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EmilyOlafsMom
Are you tired of shame in secrets?
Wishing you can let them go
Do you feel you're often searching for a home?
Well there's a love that fills what's empty
There's a place you can be changed
There's a God who knows you
He's calling out your name
Come on down to the river
Come be washed in the blood
And your sins will be forgiven by the power of His love
Come be changed by the mercy
That makes all things new
Where the lost get found
Come on down, down, down to the river
To the river
It flows like the Mississippi
From the giver of endless grace
And everyone is welcome here to dive into the waves
So leave the questions far behind you
Leave your past back on the shore
And run with wild abandoned
Wait no more
Come on down to the river
Come be washed in the blood
And your sins will be forgiven by the power of His love
Come be changed by the mercy
That makes all things new
Where the lost get found
Come on down, down, down to the river
To the river
Every burden, every scar
Let the waters wash away
No matter who you were before
You belong to Christ today
Yeah, you belong to Christ today
As I went down to the river to pray
Studying about that good 'ol way
And who shall wear the robe and crown
Good Lord, show me the way
Oh Sister, let's go down, let's go down, come on down
Oh Sister, let's go down, down to the river to pray
Come on down to the river
Come be washed in the blood
And your sins will be forgiven by the power of His love
Come be changed by the mercy
Makes all things new
Where the lost get found
Come on down, down, down to the river
To the river
Come on down, come on down, oh oh
To the river, oh oh
Martina s.
This song just warms my inside. She took my favorite song "down to the river to pray" and put it in here. Long story short that was a song me and my now deceased poppa shared together. So I thank her for making such a beautiful song that reminds me of my loving poppa but also about the word of the Lord.😘💖😇 I literally was just singing this song at the top of my lungs yesterday in the car. It wasn't pretty, but oh well I don't care I was singing for my poppa and the Lord🙌🎤
Sienna Houser
Why isn't this on country radio and christian stations? It's so good and could totally be mainstream.
Melissa Lester
I agree!!!❤❤❤❤❤
Hunter Kemp
Yes I agree
Phoebe Paul
Sienna Houser we all should start calling our local radio stations to request them too. Enough callers they will!!
Gail Hitt
Hillary has a very angelic voice and every song she sings is like liquid gold that touches ones soul with a peace that is filled with inspiration and hope... Thanks so much for sharing this for all to enjoy... God Bless to All *Gail*
xfaith hope
This song is so good, harmonies are woven beautifully together! So inspirational.
p.s. Jordan Feliz did an incredible job writing this other "The River"!! :)
Jason Love
Shawn McDonald has a good version too.
Salinuh
I've been waiting for this style of worship music to come along, love it!
Sarah Sophia
got a great country vibe