Kristene wrote the songs on her new album, Those Who Dream, while she was living in San Francisco, California. Those Who Dream reflects the deep love and hope that she developed for San Francisco as she connected with God's heart for the city in spite of the city's current desperation. Everyone who hears Those Who Dream will have their faith strengthened and will connect more deeply with the merciful heart of God for His people.
Mercy
Kristene Mueller Lyrics
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What shall I do with you?
For your loyalty to Me is like the morning clouds,
Like the dew that goes away so early.
What shall I do with you, my love?
You keep bringing Me sacrifices
To ease your mind,
Hasn't it been a long road
With disappointments,
Chasing after lovers
That just throw you away?
And are you done fighting now?
All the love it takes to lighten you,
Shame was never meant to be your portion.
You keep bringing Me sacrifices
To ease your mind,
But it's your heart that I want.
Though these sins are red as scarlet,
I will wash them white in My mercy.
Though these sins are red as scarlet,
I will wash them white in My mercy.
Though these sins are red as scarlet,
I will wash them white in My mercy.
What shall I do with you, my love?
What shall I do with you?
You keep bringing Me sacrifices
To ease your mind,
But it's your heart that I want.
The lyrics of Kristene Mueller's song "Mercy" are filled with deep emotions and a strong desire for forgiveness. The chorus repeats the phrase "You keep bringing me sacrifices to ease your mind, but it's your heart that I want" multiple times, highlighting the importance of genuine repentance and transformation of the heart. The opening lines are a question posed by God to the singer: "What shall I do with you, my love?" The use of the phrase "my love" conveys a sense of intimacy and tenderness, despite the disappointment and frustration expressed by God.
The second verse describes the singer's past experiences of disappointment and heartbreak in pursuing worldly love instead of God's love. The line "shame was never meant to be your portion" is a reminder that God's forgiveness and mercy are available to all, regardless of past mistakes or sins. The repetition of the phrase "though these sins are red as scarlet, I will wash them white in my mercy" emphasizes the power of God's mercy and grace to forgive even the deepest, most shameful sins.
The song ends with the same question posed at the beginning: "What shall I do with you, my love?" It serves as a call to action for the listener to examine their own hearts and seek forgiveness and transformation from God.
Line by Line Meaning
What shall I do with you, my love?
As a loving God, I am unsure of how to help you.
What shall I do with you?
I am feeling helpless in your current situation.
For your loyalty to Me is like the morning clouds,
Your trust in me seems fleeting and temporary.
Like the dew that goes away so early.
Your loyalty fades quickly.
You keep bringing Me sacrifices
You keep relying on empty gestures to please me.
To ease your mind,
To give yourself peace of mind.
But it's your heart that I want.
What I really desire is the depth of your emotions.
Hasn't it been a long road
Haven't you been through a lot in life?
With disappointments,
Going through difficult times and being disappointed.
Chasing after lovers
Pursuing relationships that are ultimately unfulfilling.
That just throw you away?
That ultimately don't value you as a person.
And are you done fighting now?
Are you ready to give up the fight?
All the love it takes to lighten you,
All the love that's needed to bring you out of your darkness.
Shame was never meant to be your portion.
You are not meant to be constantly burdened by shame.
Though these sins are red as scarlet,
Even though you have sinned greatly.
I will wash them white in My mercy.
I will forgive and cleanse you with my love and compassion.
Though these sins are red as scarlet,
Even though you have sinned greatly.
I will wash them white in My mercy.
I will forgive and cleanse you with my love and compassion.
Though these sins are red as scarlet,
Even though you have sinned greatly.
I will wash them white in My mercy.
I will forgive and cleanse you with my love and compassion.
What shall I do with you, my love?
As a loving God, I am unsure of how to help you.
What shall I do with you?
I am feeling helpless in your current situation.
You keep bringing Me sacrifices
You keep relying on empty gestures to please me.
To ease your mind,
To give yourself peace of mind.
But it's your heart that I want.
What I really desire is the depth of your emotions.
Contributed by Eliana A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.