Only in Your Presence
Lakewood Church Lyrics
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We humbly bow yet boldly enter in
Tears will flow for joy is overwhelming
Only in Your presence only
Undeserv'd yet welcomed at Your table
In this house yet all alone with You
I am free yet held within Your chamber
Only in Your presence only
Oh most high our hearts cry to You
In Your presence
We cry holy, Holy, Holy, Holy
Only in Your presence
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The lyrics of the song "Only in Your Presence" by Lakewood Church convey a deep sense of awe and reverence for the divine. The opening lines proclaim that the highest form of worship is found at the feet of the Almighty, and though we approach with humility, we may boldly enter in. The lyrics acknowledge that tears may flow as a sign of overwhelming joy, as we experience the profound presence of God.
The second verse continues with a recognition of our unworthiness and yet the profound welcome we receive at the table of the divine. The singer acknowledges that even though they may be in a physical space, in reality, they are all alone with God. The lyrics also convey a sense of paradoxical freedom and confinement within the sacred chamber of God. The chorus expresses the desire to be in God's presence, crying out with reverence, "Holy, Holy, Holy, Holy, Only in Your presence."
Line by Line Meaning
At Your feet the highest place of worship
We recognize that worshiping You is our ultimate purpose, and we willingly place ourselves at Your mercy.
We humbly bow yet boldly enter in
We approach You with humble hearts, yet boldly step into Your presence knowing You welcome us with open arms.
Tears will flow for joy is overwhelming
We can't help but be moved to tears of joy by Your overwhelming presence.
Only in Your presence only
We acknowledge that true fulfillment and freedom can only be found in Your presence.
Undeserv'd yet welcomed at Your table
We recognize that we are undeserving of Your grace, yet You still invite us to sit at Your table and enjoy the feast You have prepared for us.
In this house yet all alone with You
We may be surrounded by others, yet in Your presence, we feel as though we are alone with You, receiving Your undivided attention.
I am free yet held within Your chamber
We experience true freedom in Your presence, yet we also feel securely held by Your love.
In Your presence in Your presence
We recognize that being in Your presence is a continual state, not just a temporary experience.
Oh most high our hearts cry to You
We lift our hearts and voices to You, recognizing You as the highest of all and the only one worthy of our praise.
We cry holy, Holy, Holy, Holy
In the presence of Your holiness, we can't help but proclaim Your holiness over and over again.
Only in Your presence
We declare that everything good and worthwhile can only be found in Your presence.
Contributed by Charlie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.