In 2002, the band released their popular second album, Spoken For, which produced two more Top 10 hits. The combined success of the band's first two albums garnered a nomination for the Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist at the American Music Awards.
In 2004, MercyMe released Undone which produced two Top 10 hits: Here With Me which also hit Billboard's Top 100 chart that same year, and In The Blink of an Eye which, as of the end of 2005, was at #5 on R&R's top Christian hits. In 2005 they also released their Christmas album titled The Christmas Sessions.
2006 saw the release of the album Coming Up to Breathe, which peaked at number one on the Billboard Top Christian Albums, and #13 on the Billboard 200 album chart. Also released was Coming Up to Breathe Acoustic.
In 2007, MercyMe released their newest album, All That Is Within Me, which debuted at #15 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart.
In 2010 they released The Generous Mr. Lovewell. The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and number one on the Christian Albums chart.
August 30, 2011 they released an album titled The Worship Sessions; it's currently exclusive to Family Christian Bookstores and can not be found on iTunes or Amazon.
The The Hurt & The Healer Songfacts says that their eighth major label studio album, The Hurt & Tye Healer, will be released on May 22, 2012. The record was produced by Brown Bannister and Dan Muckala and is centered around the concept of bringing healing to the hurting.
If I Could Just Sit With You Awhile
MercyMe Lyrics
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When my wounds don't heal
Lord I humbly kneel
Hidden in You
Lord you are my life
So I don't mind to die
Just as long as I
Cause I could just sit with You awhile
You could just hold me
nothing can touch me
though i'm wounded
though i've died
If I could just sit with You awhile
I'de need You to hold me
Moment by moment 'till forever passes by
When I can not feel
When my wounds don't heal
Lord I humbly kneel
Hidden in You
Lord You are my life
So I don't mind to die
Just as long as I
Am hidden in You
If I could just sit with You awhile
If You could just hold me
Nothing can touch me
though i'm wounded
though i've died
If I could just sit with You awhile
I'de need You to hold me
Monen t by moment
'till forever passes by
If I could just sit with You awhile
If You could just hold me
nothing can touch me
though i'm wounded
though i've died
if I could just sit with You awhile
I'de need You to hold me
moment by moment 'till forever passes by
moment by moment 'till forever passes by
moment by moment 'till forever passes by
The lyrics of MercyMe's song "If I Could Just Sit With You Awhile" evoke feelings of helplessness and surrender, but also of faith and reassurance. The singer seems to be going through a difficult time, feeling wounded and unable to heal, but finds solace in being hidden in God. It's a spiritual song that acknowledges the human condition and the need for divine intervention.
The first verse presents the situation of the singer, who cannot feel and has wounds that don't heal. It's a metaphor for emotional or spiritual pain that has become unbearable. However, the singer doesn't give up but humbly kneels before God, seeking comfort and shelter in being hidden in Him. The idea of being hidden implies protection and safety, a place where nothing can touch the singer. The chorus reinforces the desire to sit with God and be held by Him, moment by moment, until forever passes by. It's a plea for a tangible presence, an exchange that can soothe the pain and heal the wounds.
The second verse reiterates the singer's faith in God, seeing Him as his life, and accepting death as long as he is hidden in Him. It's a strong statement of trust and surrender, acknowledging that God is the source of life and the solution to death. The chorus expands on the desire to be with God, to feel His embrace, and to know that nothing can harm the singer. "If I could just sit with You awhile" echoes the sentiment of a child seeking comfort in a parent's arms, needing the reassurance of being loved and protected.
Overall, MercyMe's "If I Could Just Sit With You Awhile" is a powerful song that speaks to the human soul's deepest needs. It acknowledges pain and suffering, but also faith and hope, and reminds us that God is the ultimate source of comfort and healing.
Line by Line Meaning
When I can not feel
In times when I'm numb
When my wounds don't heal
In times when I'm hurting
Lord I humbly kneel
I pray for your mercy
Hidden in You
I seek refuge in You
Lord You are my life
My source of existence is You
So I don't mind to die
I'm willing to die for You
Just as long as I
As long as my soul
Am hidden in You
Is concealed in You
Cause I could just sit with You awhile
For I long to be with You
You could just hold me
To feel Your embrace
nothing can touch me
To be immune from any harm
though i'm wounded
Despite my scars
though i've died
Despite my death
If I could just sit with You awhile
Yearning to be in Your presence
I'de need You to hold me
To cling on to You
Moment by moment 'till forever passes by
To stay with You for eternity
Contributed by Lucas F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Scott Adkins
This really is a great song. Very heartfelt and evocative. Love it. Listening to it over and over again, as I sit here working at midnight. But I do love the Lord Jesus for all that He brought me through..saving me from myself countless times.
Amber Whitaker
This song had a strong impact on me the first time i heard it. Glad to have found it again :) i love you Lord!
Andrew Trotter
Hi Ian, I just saw your request for prayer. I know it's been 4 months, but now that I know your need I will be praying for you. Remember that you are a child of the Living God. He will never leave you, nor will He make it easy for you to leave Him.
Your brother in Christ,
Andrew
Lisa Richardson
Love this version as much as the original by Dennis Jernigan. It makes me cry just thinking of sitting with Our Savior safely and at Peace! ❤️🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Slim Jim
Lord forgive me for treating my wife like trash all these years ,please restore me and my marriage. .
PracticalTech
I just saw this. I see your comment was made 2 years ago and I wonder how things are for you now. Such situations require a massive dose of humility, honesty, and patience! You can find those good things in Jesus Christ. Pray and ask Him to work those wonderful character traits within you. Those are attributes of His character and He knows how to make those same things become part of your character. Be prepared for Him to break you in the process. Understand it will be painful. I will pray for you, as well.
Lionel Bardales
You are blessed brother, I've always been a believer of Christ, 4 years ago I found him or he found me. I wish it would have been sooner. After 25 years of marriage, my x-wife found the. Courage and left me with our 3 babies. I will pray for you and your wife. It is true you don't what you have till it's gone. Bless you
sally lamb
Slim Jim thank u for admitting this most men never do! And I will pray for your marriage
Noelia411 Bride of Yahshua
I love this song❤ If He could just hold me until forever passes by😢❤ My beloved Yahushua👑
selah228
Mercy Me is so blessed and touch countless hearts! Each of us feels the lyrics of this beautiful song. Thank you for glorious upload and thank you, Dennis Jernigan! Truly JESUS is Alive!