You Are
Kirk Franklin and the Family Lyrics
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You are the shelter from the wind
You are the forgiver of my sins
Jesus You are yeah
Where can I go
Who can I call
Who's there to catch me when I fall
Your hands they hold me through it all
Jesus You are my cornerstone
You are my friend when I'm alone
You're the convictor when I'm wrong
Jesus You are yeah
You're the peace within my storm
You are the shelter from all harm
I love it when You hold me in Your arms
Everything I need You are
Jesus You are my joy within
You are the shelter from the wind
You are the forgiver of my sins
Jesus You are yeah
Where can I go
Who can I call
Who's there to catch me when I fall
Your hands they hold me through it all
Everything I need You are
(when I was sick) You are my healer
Thank You Jesus
(when I didn't had a place to stay) You are my shelter
Thank You Jesus
(when I found my self in trouble) You are my laywer
Thank You Jesus
(when my money ran out) You are my provider
Thank You Jesus Thank You Jesus Thank You Jesus
The song "You Are" by Kirk Franklin and the Family is a declaration of faith and gratitude towards Jesus. The lyrics express how Jesus is everything the singer needs, from a shelter during a storm to a forgiver of sins. They acknowledge Jesus as the cornerstone of their life and friend when they feel alone. The song also highlights how Jesus provides in times of need, such as when the singer is sick, without a place to stay or in financial trouble. The repetition of the phrase "Jesus You are yeah" emphasizes the singer's conviction in the power and presence of Jesus in their life.
The lyrics of "You Are" evoke a sense of comfort and security in Jesus' love and protection. The repeated questions of "Where can I go, who can I call?" poi nt to a universal feeling of helplessness and need for guidance. The answer, according to the song, is Jesus. The song also acknowledges Jesus as a source of peace and healing, as well as guidance and provision.
Line by Line Meaning
Jesus You are my joy within
You bring happiness to my soul
You are the shelter from the wind
You protect me from harm and danger
You are the forgiver of my sins
You cleanse me of my wrongdoing
Jesus You are yeah
You are the one and only
Where can I go
I have nowhere else to turn
Who can I call
No one else can help me
Who's there to catch me when I fall
You are the one who catches me when I stumble
Your hands they hold me through it all
You guide me and never let go
Everything I need You are
You are my source of everything I need
Jesus You are my cornerstone
You are the foundation of my life
You are my friend when I'm alone
You keep me company when I am lonely
You're the convictor when I'm wrong
You show me the errors of my ways
Jesus You are yeah
You are the one and only
You're the peace within my storm
You give me peace when my life is tumultuous
You are the shelter from all harm
You protect me from all danger
I love it when You hold me in Your arms
I feel safe and loved when I am close to You
Jesus You are my joy within
You bring happiness to my soul
You are the shelter from the wind
You protect me from harm and danger
You are the forgiver of my sins
You cleanse me of my wrongdoing
Jesus You are yeah
You are the one and only
Where can I go
I have nowhere else to turn
Who can I call
No one else can help me
Who's there to catch me when I fall
You are the one who catches me when I stumble
Your hands they hold me through it all
You guide me and never let go
Everything I need You are
You are my source of everything I need
(when I was sick) You are my healer
You are the one who heals me when I am ill
Thank You Jesus
Thank You for all that You have done for me
(when I didn't had a place to stay) You are my shelter
You provided me with a safe place to stay when I had nowhere else to go
(when I found my self in trouble) You are my lawyer
You defend me and help me through difficult times
(when my money ran out) You are my provider
You provide for my needs when I am lacking
Thank You Jesus Thank You Jesus Thank You Jesus
Thank You for all that You have done for me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MARK RANKIN, NICOLE FRANKLIN
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