Matthew Guion Maher (born November 10, 1974) is a singer/songwriter/worship… Read Full Bio ↴Matthew Guion Maher (born November 10, 1974) is a singer/songwriter/worship leader originally from Newfoundland, Canada, who later relocated to Mesa, Arizona. His contribution to contemporary praise and worship within the Catholic Church has been immeasurable and continues to flourish in the Christian world. Matt's music appeals to a new generation and yet maintains the depth and meaning that Christians need in their music, liturgy, and worship. Matt makes appearances at various youth conferences and events, including several World Youth Day (WYD) conferences. At WYD 2002 in Toronto he played his "Litany of the Saints" in the company of His Holiness John Paul II. He also performed at WYD 2008 in Sydney.

He has had several Christian radio hits such as "Your Grace is Enough", from his album "Empty & Beautiful," as well as the title track from his album "Alive Again". His songs "Love Has Come" and "Just Like You" were recorded by Kathy Troccoli for her album The Heart of Me and "Your Grace is Enough" was recorded by Chris Tomlin for his album Arriving.

While with Essential Records, he released Alive Again (2009), The Love in Between (2011), All the People Said Amen (2013) and Saint and Sinners (2015). His most recent single, "Because He Lives (Amen)" was inspired by Bill Gaither's hymn "Because He Lives".

Discography:

The End and the Beginning (2001) featuring Love Has Come, Just Like You, Lamb of God, and The End and the Beginning.
Welcome to Life (2003) featuring Welcome to Life, Your Grace is Enough, 40 Days, and I Love You Lord
Overflow (2006) featuring Resurrection Day, For Your Glory, Canticle of Zechariah, and Everything You've Done
Empty and Beautiful (2008) featuring Your Grace is Enough, Look Like a Fool, Lay it Down, and Empty and Beautiful
Alive Again (2009) featuring Alive Again, Letting Go, and Christ is Risen
The Love in Between (2011) featuring Turn Around, Heaven Help me, and On My Way
All the People Said Amen (2013) featuring All the People Said Amen, Lord I Need You, and Hold Us Together
Saints and Sinners (2015) featuring Because He Lives (Amen), Sons and Daughters and Deliverer

Heaven Help Me
Matt Maher Lyrics

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I don't wanna live tomorrow
For another rainy day
I don't wanna say I'm sorry
If I can avoid the pain
I don't wanna gain the whole world
Just to turn and lose it all
'Cause when it's time to jump
I don't wanna guess

If You'll gonna help break the fall
If there's any hope around

Heaven help me now
Heaven help me now
I lift You up and I lay me down
Heaven help me now

I don't wanna sing Your praises
Just to hear 'em on the radio
I don't wanna stand for justice
If I'm not among the poor
I don't wanna claim to know You
If your name's not on my heart
'Cause when it's time to go
I don't wanna look back
Just to see I was playin' a part
If there's any hope around

Heaven help me now
Heaven help me now
I lift You up and I lay me down
Heaven help me now

Heaven help me now
(I believe, I believe, I believe)
Heaven help me now
(I believe, I believe, I believe)
I believe You can help me now
(I believe, I believe, I believe)
I believe You can help me now
(I believe, I believe, I believe)

Everybody's quoting the bible
Like it could be truth or lies
And I'm standing on the corner
With the saints and the sinners
Tryin' to quote Your love
With my life

Heaven help me now
Heaven help me now
I lift You up and I lay me down
Heaven help me now

Heaven help me now
(I believe, I believe, I believe)
Heaven help me now

(I believe, I believe, I believe)
Oh heaven help me now

Overall Meaning

The song Heaven Help Me by Matt Maher is a plea for divine guidance and help in living a faithful life. The lyrics convey the singer's desire to live a life that is true to their faith, free from fear and doubt, and focused on serving others. The refrain "Heaven help me now" is a call for help, an admission of dependence on a higher power, and an expression of faith in the goodness and mercy of that power.

In the first verse, the singer expresses their fear of the future and their desire to avoid pain and loss. They reject the idea of pursuing worldly success and instead seek divine guidance and protection when faced with challenge or danger. The second verse is a statement of the singer's commitment to live a life that is authentic and true to their faith, even when it is difficult or unpopular. They reject the idea of merely going through the motions of faith and instead seek to embody the love and compassion that is at the heart of their beliefs. The final verse is an expression of the singer's desire to share their faith with others, to live a life that is a testimony to the power of love and grace in the world.

Overall, the song is a powerful and moving expression of faith and hope that will resonate with anyone who seeks to live a life that is true to their deepest convictions and values.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't wanna live tomorrow
I don't want to face the uncertainties of the future

For another rainy day
For another period of hardship

I don't wanna say I'm sorry
I don't want to make mistakes that require apologies

If I can avoid the pain
If I can avoid the difficulties that lead to the pain

I don't wanna gain the whole world
I don't want to prioritize material possessions over everything else

Just to turn and lose it all
Only to lose everything I gained

'Cause when it's time to jump
When I have to take a leap of faith

I don't wanna guess
I don't want to wonder if You will help and save me

If You'll gonna help break the fall
If You'll help me cope with the consequences

If there's any hope around
If there's any possibility of a better outcome

Heaven help me now
Please assist me in my struggles

I lift You up and I lay me down
I praise You and submit myself to Your will

I don't wanna sing Your praises
I don't want to do it just for show or personal gain

Just to hear 'em on the radio
Just for public recognition or fame

I don't wanna stand for justice
I don't want to advocate for what is right only when it's convenient

If I'm not among the poor
If I'm not actively helping those who are oppressed or suffering

I don't wanna claim to know You
I don't want to pretend to be close to You

If your name's not on my heart
If I don't have sincere faith in You

'Cause when it's time to go
When I face death or the end of a phase in my life

I don't wanna look back
I don't want to regret not living for You

Just to see I was playin' a part
Just to realize I was insincere or hypocritical

Everybody's quoting the bible
Many people are using Your words to justify or criticize others

Like it could be truth or lies
As if the interpretation of Your teachings is subjective or debatable

And I'm standing on the corner
I'm among those who are unsure or struggling

With the saints and the sinners
With those who are celebrated as holy or despised as wrongdoers

Tryin' to quote Your love
Trying to express how much You care for us

With my life
By living faithfully and serving others

Oh heaven help me now
Please assist me in my struggles

I believe You can help me now
I have faith that You can come to my aid

Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: MATT MAHER, PAUL MOAK

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