During this time they began leading worship at Jesus Culture conferences both nationally and internationally and thus the Jesus Culture band was formed.
The band consists of Kim Walker-Smith (Vocals) and Chris Quilala (Vocals and Guitar) as worship leaders along with Jeffrey Kunde (Lead Guitar), Brandon Aaronson (Bass), Ian McIntosh (Keys) and Josh Fisher (Drums).
The ministry has been called "one of the most significant Christian movements in post-war America".
They released the following albums and EPs so far: Everything (2006), We Cry Out (2007), Your Love Never Fails (2008), Consumed (2009), My Passion E.P. (2010), Come Away (Nov 2010)
http://www.jesusculture.com/
Obsession
Jesus Culture Lyrics
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With the things I cannot see
Is it madness in my being?
Is it wind that blows the trees?
Sometimes you're further than the moon
Sometimes you're closer than my skin
And you surround me like a winter fog
And my heart burns for you
And my heart burns
The lyrics of Jesus Culture's song "Obsession" are an expression of the singer's overwhelming desire for God. The song talks about the singer's obsession with God and the things that cannot be seen with the physical eyes. The singer wonders if his obsession is madness or if it is the wind that moves the trees. The first verse of the song sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics, where the singer acknowledges that his obsession is beyond his control, and he is helpless in getting rid of it.
In the chorus, the singer talks about the ever-presence of God. Sometimes he can feel God close, even closer than his skin, and at other times, God seems far away. But he is never far from the singer. The bridge of the song is a declaration of the singer's heart's desire. His heart burns for God, and the obsession is something he can't shake off. The lyrics invite the listener to join in this pursuit of God with the same passion and intensity.
Line by Line Meaning
What actions can I take to deal with my intense fixation?
Asking for guidance on how to handle strong emotions toward something or someone.
What about the unseen things that occupy my thoughts?
Questioning the existence and impact of non-tangible ideas or beliefs.
Is it lunacy that drives me or is it the natural forces of the universe?
Wondering if the intensity of the obsession is a product of irrationality or a reflection of external influences.
At times you seem far away from me like the moon in the sky
Admitting to feeling distant from something or someone they crave.
Other times, your presence is as close as my own skin
Acknowledging the overwhelming influence of someone or something in their daily life.
Surrounding me like a thick winter fog
Describing a feeling of being enveloped and obscured by something significant.
You appeared suddenly and consumed me like a passionate embrace
Referring to a significant moment or event that had an intense and lasting impact.
My heart yearns for you
Expressing a deep emotional longing for something or someone.
My heart burns with desire
Describing a strong and all-consuming emotional attachment to an object or person.
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Copperman
Why did they leave out these other lyrics???? These are POWERFUL!!! Don't do the song if you're not going to do the ENTIRE song.
And I'm so filthy with my sin
I carry pride like a disease
You know I'm stubborn God and I'm longing
to be close
You burn me deeper than I know
I feel lonely without hope
I feel desperate without vision
You wrap around me like a winter coat
You come and free me like a bird
Roostermania2010
"Are You Obsessed by Something?"
~ Oswald Chambers, "My Utmost For His Highest"
6-2-2015 Devotional
Who is the man that fears the Lord? —Psalm 25:12
Are you obsessed by something? You will probably say, “No, by nothing,” but all of us are obsessed by something— usually by ourselves, or, if we are Christians, by our own experience of the Christian life. But the psalmist says that we are to be obsessed by God. The abiding awareness of the Christian life is to be God Himself, not just thoughts about Him. The total being of our life inside and out is to be absolutely obsessed by the presence of God. A child’s awareness is so absorbed in his mother that although he is not consciously thinking of her, when a problem arises, the abiding relationship is that with the mother. In that same way, we are to “live and move and have our being” in God (Acts 17:28), looking at everything in relation to Him, because our abiding awareness of Him continually pushes itself to the forefront of our lives.
If we are obsessed by God, nothing else can get into our lives— not concerns, nor tribulation, nor worries. And now we understand why our Lord so emphasized the sin of worrying. How can we dare to be so absolutely unbelieving when God totally surrounds us? To be obsessed by God is to have an effective barricade against all the assaults of the enemy.
“He himself shall dwell in prosperity…” (Psalm 25:13). God will cause us to “dwell in prosperity,” keeping us at ease, even in the midst of tribulation, misunderstanding, and slander, if our “life is hidden with Christ in God” (Colossians 3:3). We rob ourselves of the miraculous, revealed truth of this abiding companionship with God. “God is our refuge…” (Psalm 46:1). Nothing can break through His shelter of protection.
Thobey
Just listened to this after so many years. I feel so blessed. God is working in my life and I pray the same for you.
Ndivhuwo Kutama
Amen
Marcia Duke
"sometimes You're further than the moon sometimes You're closer than my skin" the roller-coaster of our relationship with God perfectly expresesd
Thabo Nhlapo
I agree Marcia!
Moon Love
Wow such a unique sounding worship song!!!! Love it
franinconverse
That bass line does something to me. Amazing song.
swornsongs
Give a listen to the original by Delirious... the bass line drive the song. It's hauntingly beautiful!
Karla Gutierrez
2020 praise the name of Jesus Christ my lord and saviour ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️my heart burns lord for you Jesus
Willard Fred
Just repeating "My heart burns for You" is so powerful. I love the atmosphere this song creates in order to bring all focus and attention to this line.
crystalmillionaire
I love this song. My one and only obsession is Jesus