Waller was named one of 10 "Faces to Watch" by Billboard Magazine in 2007.
forgive me
John Waller Lyrics
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Go to church once a week sometimes two
Lord I wanna be what You want me to be
Often sin represents all I do
Forgive me
Once again cleanse me
Forgive me
I don't even know why Your mercy never dies
But I'm glad
Your Spirit always seems to grab me
Just before I go over the edge
What I can't understand is why you're even here
When I've trashed my oath and my pledge
Forgive me
Once again cleanse me
Forgive me
Once again cover me
I don't even know why Your mercy never dies
But I'm glad
Lord I'm glad
Jesus I'm glad
Lord I'm glad
Jesus I'm glad
The lyrics of John Waller's song, "Forgive Me", reveal a deep sense of remorse and repentance for sins committed by the singer. He acknowledges his privilege of growing up in a perfect environment and yet constantly falling into sin. He desires to be what God wants him to be, but he continually struggles with temptations and giving in to sin. However, he is grateful for God's unending mercy and forgiveness that never runs dry, even when he does not understand why.
The singer also expresses his gratitude for the presence of God's Holy Spirit in his life, who always seems to grab him just before he crosses the line. He is amazed that God even bothers to stick around him, despite his constant failures to keep his promises and fulfill his pledges. He is fully aware of his inability to change himself and seeks God's cleansing and covering once again.
Overall, this song is a beautiful expression of repentance and gratitude for God's never-ending grace and mercy, despite our constant failures and shortcomings.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been raised in the perfect surroundings
I grew up in a good environment
Go to church once a week sometimes two
I attend church occasionally
Lord I wanna be what You want me to be
I desire to follow God's wishes
Often sin represents all I do
Unfortunately, I frequently commit sins
Forgive me
I ask for your forgiveness
Once again cleanse me
Please purify me once more
Once again cover me
Please protect me again
I don't even know why Your mercy never dies
I'm amazed at how your mercy never fails
But I'm glad
Nevertheless, I'm grateful
Your Spirit always seems to grab me
Your Holy Spirit always saves me
Just before I go over the edge
At the last minute before I fall into sin
What I can't understand is why you're even here
I'm surprised that you still care about me
When I've trashed my oath and my pledge
Despite breaking my promises and commitments
Lord I'm glad
I'm happy, God
Jesus I'm glad
I'm grateful, Jesus
Contributed by Thomas K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jean Gagnon
on Our Decree
amen