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One day at a time, sweet Jesus

I'm only human
I'm just a woman
Help me believe in what I could be
And all that I am

Show me the stairway
I have to climb
Lord, for my sake, teach me to take
One day at a time

One day at a time, sweet Jesus
That's all I'm askin' from You
Just give me the strength to do every day
What I have to do

Yesterday's gone, sweet Jesus
Tomorrow may never be mine
Lord, help me today, show me the way
One day at a time

Do You remember
When You walked among men
Oh Jesus, You know, if You're lookin' below
It's worse now than then

Cheatin' and stealin'
Violence and crime
So for my sake, teach me to take
One day at a time

One day at a time, sweet Jesus
That's all I'm askin' from You
Just give me the strength to do every day
What I have to do

Yesterday's gone, sweet Jesus
Tomorrow may never be mine




Lord, help me today, show me the way
One day at a time

Overall Meaning

The song "One Day at a Time, Sweet Jesus" by Lena Martell is a heartfelt plea for assistance in tackling life's daily struggles. Addressed to Jesus, the song speaks to the struggles of being human and the desire to live up to potential while acknowledging the difficulties that can arise. Martell sings about the need for guidance in finding the path forward and taking on each day with strength, even when yesterday has passed and tomorrow is uncertain.


The lyrics speak to the eternal optimism of faith, an unshakeable belief that with the help of a higher power, one can take on whatever life throws their way. From the references to the violence and crime of modern society to the sense of personal inadequacy, Martell captures the inner struggle of being human and the essential need for spiritual guidance. Ultimately, the song is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest of moments, there is always hope, and the way forward is just one step at a time.


Line by Line Meaning

One day at a time, sweet Jesus
I ask for the strength to live life moment by moment with Your help


I'm only human
I recognize my limitations and need for divine intervention


I'm just a woman
I am part of a vulnerable group and need to rely on Your protection


Help me believe in what I could be
I need You to give me a hopeful outlook of my potential


And all that I am
I need to accept and appreciate myself for who I am


Show me the stairway
I need guidance and direction in my life journey


I have to climb
I must make the effort to improve my current situation


Lord, for my sake, teach me to take
I need to learn to trust You and rely on Your wisdom and strength


One day at a time
I will focus on one day at a time to avoid overwhelming myself


That's all I'm askin' from You
My requests are modest and reasonable


Just give me the strength to do every day
I need the daily strength to cope with the challenges of life


What I have to do
I accept the responsibilities of my daily life


Yesterday's gone, sweet Jesus
I let go of the past and focus on the present


Tomorrow may never be mine
I don't take tomorrow for granted and recognize its uncertainty


Lord, help me today, show me the way
I ask for Your guidance and assistance in navigating today's challenges


Do You remember
I acknowledge His divine omniscience and connection to all things


When You walked among men
I reflect on the biblical accounts of Jesus and His ministry


Oh Jesus, You know, if You're lookin' below
I imagine Jesus' perspective on the current state of the world


It's worse now than then
I observe the degradation and wickedness of modern society


Cheatin' and stealin'
I note the prevalence of unethical behavior


Violence and crime
I recognize the destructive and harmful aspects of humanity


So for my sake, teach me to take
I plea for His intervention and wisdom to cope with such unfavorable conditions




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kristoffer Kristofferson, Marijohn Wilkin

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Comments from YouTube:

@kidspapa6410

Das Lied ist schön zum einschlafen guten nacht bis morgen

@ninasteckenbiller9146

love it

@gingerconnelly7358

My name is Lena too and I'm 10

@jennatsai7686

Why can’t I find this song elsewhere but here?

@CokeZT

me pasa lo mismo la busco en spotify y no la encuentro... me encanta esta canción ❤ saludos desde Chile LA

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