His Hand In Mine
J. D. Sumner Lyrics
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I put it all in his hands yeah
I put it all in his hands
I put it all in his hands
Jesus' hands
The things I don't have control over
The things I can't hold on to
I'm not gonna worry
About the things ahead
Because I know you'll do
Just what you've said
My worries and cares
The frustrations that I bare
The pain of my past
I know this trouble won't last
Ooh
So I'll create an atmosphere of worship to you Jesus
And give you everything that troubles me
Would you give me peace of mind
To withstand the test of time
I need you to take this from me
Do what you need to do
With my mind with my heart with my soul
Do what you need to do
I present my body
So you can have control
Do what you need to do
God you are the potter
And I am the clay
Do what you need to do
Mold and shape me
And have your way
Do what you need to do
I know you have all power
I know I can't do it alone
Do what you need to do
So I won't hold on to it
I can lay it at your throne
Do what you need to do
I know you have all power
I know I can't do it alone
Do what you need to do
So I won't hold on to it
I can lay it at your throne
I know you're with me
You're the one who heals
You're the one who saves
I know you won't forsake me
You're the God who gives
And the same God who takes away
I know you're with me
You're the way the truth the life
So I trust you with mine
I know you won't forsake me
You'll get all of my worship and praise
'Till the end of time
I ut it all in his hands
Ooh ooh ooh
I put it all in his hands yeah
I put it all in his hands
My worries and cares
Frustrations that I bare
I put it all in his hands
Jesus' hands
The lyrics of J.D. Sumner's "His Hand In Mine" convey a deep sense of surrender and faith in divine care, reflecting the struggle and eventual relief found through turning one’s burdens over to God. Initially, the repeated assertion, “I put it all in his hands,” encapsulates a central theme: the relinquishment of control over personal troubles and anxieties. This refrain reinforces the notion that amidst life's uncertainties, one can find solace by entrusting these challenges to a higher power. The repeated reference to “Jesus’ hands” serves not only to personalize this act of surrender but also to evoke the comfort and safety associated with this sacred figure, illustrating a relationship built on trust and reliance.
As the song progresses, it explores specific concerns that weigh on the singer's mind, emphasizing the limitations of human control. With phrases like “the things I don’t have control over,” there is an honest recognition of vulnerability and helplessness. This realization leads the singer to seek divine intervention, focusing on the belief that God possesses the wisdom and capability to handle life's challenges. Instead of succumbing to anxiety about the future, the singer commits to a stance of faith, showing confidence in God’s promises—a common thread in spiritual songwriting that emphasizes an unwavering trust that God will fulfill His word. The lines about worries and past pain highlight the emotional burdens that are laid bare and the commitment to faith that allows the singer to rise above them.
In a poignant expression of worship, the lyrics transition toward creating an “atmosphere of worship,” reiterating the significance of faith practices in the cognitive and emotional healing process. By offering everything that troubles him directly to Jesus, there is an implicit invitation for grace and peace—a desire for spiritual tranquility amidst worldly chaos. The plea for “peace of mind to withstand the test of time” reflects a universal yearning for stability and hope, which connects the singer with anyone who has felt the weight of life’s tribulations. This worshipful approach underscores the song's core message that spiritual surrender is both a personal act of devotion and a communal experience that resonates deeply with others in similar situations.
The concluding stanzas emphasize an intimate relationship with the divine, portraying God as both a creator and a sustainer. The metaphor of God as the “potter” and the individual as “clay” evokes the image of transformation and divine artistry, suggesting that surrendering oneself completely opens the door for spiritual molding and growth. The recognition that “I know you have all power” reinforces the singer’s awareness of human limitations, creating a powerful contrast between divine omnipotence and human frailty. In laying down burdens at His throne, the singer not only expresses vulnerability but also a profound faith in God’s providence. The concluding line, promising worship “’till the end of time,” encapsulates a lifelong commitment to this divine relationship—a vow of trust, reverence, and gratitude for God’s unwavering support through all of life's challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
I put it all in his hands
I surrender all aspects of my life and burdens to Jesus.
I put it all in his hands yeah
I fully entrust every concern to Jesus with conviction.
I put it all in his hands
I continually choose to rely on Jesus for support and guidance.
I put it all in his hands
I declare my dependence on Jesus to manage my struggles.
Jesus' hands
The hands of Jesus symbolize the safety and care I feel in his presence.
The things I don't have control over
The circumstances and situations in life that are beyond my influence.
The things I can't hold on to
The worries and burdens that slip from my grasp despite my efforts.
Lord you know just what to do
I trust that God has the wisdom and plan to handle my difficulties.
I'm not gonna worry
I choose to release my anxiety and place my trust in God.
About the things ahead
Regarding the uncertainties of the future that trouble my mind.
Because I know you'll do
I have faith that God will act on my behalf.
Just what you've said
I trust in God's promises and faithfulness to fulfill them.
My worries and cares
The anxieties and burdens that weigh heavily on my heart.
The frustrations that I bare
The struggles and disappointments I endure in life.
The pain of my past
The emotional scars and memories of previous hardships.
I know this trouble won't last
I have confidence that my current difficulties are temporary.
Ooh
A moment of emotional release and hopefulness.
So I'll create an atmosphere of worship to you Jesus
I will intentionally foster a spirit of reverence and praise towards Jesus.
And give you everything that troubles me
I will present all my sources of distress to Jesus for relief.
Would you give me peace of mind
I seek tranquility and reassurance in my thoughts from Jesus.
To withstand the test of time
To have the strength and resilience to endure life's challenges.
I need you to take this from me
I am asking Jesus to relieve me of my burdens and worries.
Do what you need to do
I invite God to work in my life as He sees fit.
With my mind with my heart with my soul
I surrender every part of my being to God's will.
Do what you need to do
I ask God for His transformative influence on my life.
I present my body
I offer myself to God as a vessel for His purpose.
So you can have control
I relinquish my own desires to allow God to direct my path.
Do what you need to do
I encourage God to actively shape my journey.
God you are the potter
I recognize God as the creator who molds and shapes lives.
And I am the clay
I see myself as malleable and subject to God's design.
Do what you need to do
I ask for God's ongoing work in my life.
Mold and shape me
I desire to be refined and transformed by God’s guidance.
And have your way
I submit to God's decisions and plans for my life.
Do what you need to do
I continue to seek God's intervention and involvement.
I know you have all power
I acknowledge God's supreme authority and ability.
I know I can't do it alone
I admit my reliance on God for strength and support.
Do what you need to do
I invite God's action in my struggles and situations.
So I won't hold on to it
I choose not to cling to my issues and give them to God.
I can lay it at your throne
I can freely offer my troubles at the feet of God.
Do what you need to do
I again request God's involvement in my life.
I know you have all power
I reaffirm belief in God's ultimate strength.
I know I can't do it alone
I recognize my limitations and the need for God's help.
Do what you need to do
I continue to ask God to act in my life.
So I won't hold on to it
I resolve to let go of my burdens and trust in God.
I can lay it at your throne
I am willing to present my concerns to the divine authority of God.
I know you're with me
I believe in God's constant presence in my life.
You're the one who heals
God is my source of comfort and restoration during suffering.
You're the one who saves
God is my savior and protector from harm.
I know you won't forsake me
I have faith that God will not abandon me in my trials.
You're the God who gives
God is generous, providing blessings and support.
And the same God who takes away
God also has the authority to remove aspects of my life for reasons beyond my understanding.
I know you're with me
I reaffirm my belief in God's faithful companionship.
You're the way the truth the life
Jesus embodies the ultimate path, reality, and source of existence.
So I trust you with mine
I place my life and all its matters in Jesus’ hands.
I know you won't forsake me
I have assurance that God will always be by my side.
You'll get all of my worship and praise
I pledge to offer my devotion and gratitude to God consistently.
Till the end of time
I promise unwavering loyalty and reverence for God throughout my life.
I put it all in his hands
I once again affirm total reliance on Jesus for my life’s concerns.
Ooh ooh ooh
An expression of relief and emotional release in surrender.
I put it all in his hands yeah
With assurance, I continue to trust in Jesus with everything.
I put it all in his hands
I consistently bring my burdens and dreams to Jesus.
My worries and cares
I acknowledge the things that burden me.
Frustrations that I bare
I recognize the challenges I face daily.
I put it all in his hands
I surrender once again all my troubles to Jesus.
Jesus' hands
The hands of Jesus represent the ultimate source of guidance and comfort.
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Written by: Jemarcus Washington
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