What Child Is This?
Jennifer Pratt-Walter And Valerie Blessley Lyrics
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That I feel deep inside
That keeps setting my soul afire
Whatever it is
Whatever it is
Whatever it is
It won't let me
Hold my peace
What is this
That makes people say I'm mad and strange
What is this
That makes me want to run on in Jesus' name
Whatever it is
Whatever it is
Whatever it is
It won't let me
Hold my peace
It makes me love all my enemies
And it makes me love my friends
And it won't let me be ashamed
To tell the world that I've been born again
Ooh! What is this!
What is this
That makes me do right when I would do wrong
What is this
When I'm down low, it gives me a song
Whatever it is
Whatever it is
Whatever it is
It won't let me
Hold my peace
It makes me love all my enemies
And it makes me love my friends
And it won't let me be ashamed
To tell the world that I've been born again
The lyrics to Jennifer Pratt-Walter and Valerie Blessley's song "What Child Is This?" convey a deep and powerful inner experience. The singer expresses a strong and intense feeling that sets their soul on fire and refuses to let them remain silent. This feeling is described as something mysterious and elusive, yet undeniably present within them. It is not explicitly stated what this feeling is, but it is something that compels the singer to take action and live passionately.
The lyrics suggest that this feeling elicits various responses from others. Some may view the singer as mad or strange, possibly because this feeling goes against societal norms or expectations. However, it also inspires the singer to boldly proclaim their faith in Jesus and run towards him. Whatever this feeling is, it fills the singer with love for both their enemies and friends, erasing any sense of shame in proclaiming their rebirth.
Overall, the lyrics of "What Child Is This?" convey a profound spiritual experience that transforms the singer's perspective and influences their actions. It is a powerful force that goes against societal expectations and prompts the singer to love unconditionally and live without shame.
Line by Line Meaning
What is this
I am experiencing something unfamiliar and extraordinary
That I feel deep inside
It is a profound feeling within me
That keeps setting my soul afire
It continuously ignites my spirit
Whatever it is
No matter what it may be
It won't let me
It prevents me
Hold my peace
From remaining silent or still
That makes people say I'm mad and strange
It leads others to label me as crazy and unusual
That makes me want to run on in Jesus' name
It compels me to enthusiastically proclaim my faith in Jesus
It makes me love all my enemies
It enables me to have love for those who oppose me
And it makes me love my friends
It also nurtures my love for my companions
And it won't let me be ashamed
It prevents me from feeling embarrassed or apologetic
To tell the world that I've been born again
To openly declare that I have experienced a spiritual rebirth
That makes me do right when I would do wrong
It motivates me to choose righteousness over wrongdoing
When I'm down low, it gives me a song
Even in moments of sadness or despair, it provides me with a sense of joy and music
Lyrics © HAWKINS EDWIN R MUSIC CO, BMG Rights Management
Written by: JOAN GOLDEN, WILLIE MORGANFIELD
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