Hear My Cry
Maranatha! Music Lyrics
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Attend unto my prayer.
From the end of the earth,
Will I cry out to Thee.
When my heart is overwhelmed,
Lead me to the Rock,
That is higher than I...
That is higher than I...
For Thou hast been,
A shelter for me.
And a strong tower,
From the enemy.
When my heart is overwhelmed,
Lead me to the Rock,
That is higher than I...
That is higher than I...
The lyrics to Maranatha! Music's song "Hear My Cry" express a plea for help and guidance from the Lord during times of overwhelming distress. The opening line, "Hear my cry, Oh Lord, attend unto my prayer," sets the tone of the song as a heartfelt plea for divine intervention. The singer is reaching out to God in their time of need, acknowledging His ability to hear their cries.
The second line, "From the end of the earth, will I cry out to Thee," suggests that the singer is not geographically close to the Lord, but that distance does not prevent them from seeking His help. It emphasizes the singer's desperation, as they are willing to cry out to God from the farthest reaches of the earth.
The repetition of the lines "When my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the Rock that is higher than I..." is the central message of the song. It highlights the recognition of human limitations and the need for God's strength and support. The "Rock" symbolizes God's unwavering stability and power, which the singer seeks in order to overcome their overwhelmed heart. It portrays the underlying theme of finding refuge and solace in God during times of distress. The lyrics reinforce the idea that God is a shelter and a strong tower, the ultimate source of protection and security.
Overall, "Hear My Cry" is a prayerful song that expresses the vulnerability, reliance, and yearning for God's guidance and strength.
Line by Line Meaning
Hear my cry, Oh Lord,
I am calling out to you, God, asking you to listen to my plea.
Attend unto my prayer.
Please pay attention to my prayer and grant me your divine guidance.
From the end of the earth,
Even when I feel isolated and distant, I will still reach out to you.
Will I cry out to Thee.
I will passionately cry out to you, seeking your comfort and help.
When my heart is overwhelmed,
During times of great distress and confusion within me,
Lead me to the Rock,
Guide me towards a place of stability and strength,
That is higher than I...
Beyond what I can achieve or attain on my own.
That is higher than I...
Above and beyond my limitations and shortcomings.
For Thou hast been,
In the past, you have proven yourself to be
A shelter for me.
A place of refuge and protection for me.
And a strong tower,
A source of strength and security,
From the enemy.
Guarding and shielding me from my adversaries.
When my heart is overwhelmed,
In times when my emotions and burdens become too much to bear,
Lead me to the Rock,
Guide me towards the unshakable foundation of your presence,
That is higher than I...
Beyond any human or earthly solution or comfort.
That is higher than I...
Superior to my own limited understanding and capabilities.
Writer(s): Rick Doyle Founds, Todd Alan Collins
Contributed by Allison C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.