He has since launched another album, Beautiful News, and continues to write many more popular songs such as You Never Let Go and Shine.
Songfacts states that Redman's eighth album 10,000 Reasons, was co-written with several of his friends. He then recorded the songs live in Atlanta, leading worship for over 1,000 worship leaders during LIFT: A Worship Leader Collective, put on by Passion City Church and sixstepsrecords on February 18 and 19, 2011. It sold nearly 7,000 units its first week in the US, almost doubling Redman's previous album release We Shall Not Be Shaken. The LP entered the Billboard 200 at #66, his biggest debut to date.
This Means I Love You
Matt Redman Lyrics
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Everything, Lord that I do
Deeds that are pleasing
And ways that are pure
Lord, make my life bear this fruit
This means I love You
Singing this song
But I do have the will
This means I love You
That I take up my cross
I will sing as I walk out this love
For these are the plans of my heart
Yet often I'm missing the mark
See my desire to live in Your truth
This surely means I love You
The lyrics to Matt Redman's song "This Means I Love You" are a declaration of love for Jesus Christ. The first verse acknowledges that the singer's life and actions are all dedicated to the glory of God. The language used is reminiscent of the biblical passage in Colossians 3:17, which states "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." The singer is asking God to help him live a life that is pleasing and pure in His sight.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's love for Jesus Christ. The singer acknowledges that he may not have the right words to express this love, but he has the will to love Christ. The singer is committing to taking up his cross and walking in the love of Christ every day.
The bridge of the song acknowledges that the singer is not perfect, and he often misses the mark in terms of living in God's truth. However, he desires to live a life that is pleasing to God. It is this desire that shows his love for Jesus Christ.
Overall, the song is a beautiful expression of love for Jesus Christ, acknowledging the singer's imperfections but committing to living a life dedicated to God's glory.
Line by Line Meaning
Jesus, this life is for You
I dedicate my life to you, Jesus
Everything, Lord that I do
All my actions, thoughts and words are for you, Lord
Deeds that are pleasing
I seek to do things that please you
And ways that are pure
I strive to live a life of purity and goodness
Lord, make my life bear this fruit
Please help me to produce good works and live a righteous life
This means I love You
My actions and words declare my love for you
Singing this song
Expressing my love through music
Lord, I don't have the words
I may not have enough words to express my love for you, Lord
But I do have the will
But I am willing to love and serve you to the best of my ability
That I take up my cross
I am willing to bear the challenges and struggles of following you
I will sing as I walk out this love
I will praise you and express my love through my actions as I live out my faith
For these are the plans of my heart
My heart desires to follow you and live for you
Yet often I'm missing the mark
But sometimes I fail to live up to my own expectations and yours
See my desire to live in Your truth
Recognize my desire to live according to your teachings and truths
This surely means I love You
My love for you is evident in my desire to live righteously and follow you faithfully
Contributed by Adam L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.