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.
Keeper of My Heart
MercyMe Lyrics
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With every drop of rain Your grace in view
In all of creation your glory's shown
But only in my heart do You call home
And I worship You, I worship You
For only in my heart do you call home
[chorus]
This air of praise your children bring
The lyrics of "Keeper of My Heart" by MercyMe speak of the omnipresence of God, and how in every aspect of nature and creation, his grace and glory are evident. The lyrics take the example of mighty rivers and raindrops - both are commonplace natural occurrences that we witness every day. Yet, the lyrics urge us to look beyond their physical appearance and see the hand of God guiding them. The song encourages the listener to realize that while God's glory is evident in all of creation, He calls our hearts His home. The lyrics emphasize that we need to not just see God's hand in the world, but feel His presence within our hearts.
The chorus of the song acts as a beautiful prayer from a believer to God, asking Him to graciously accept their praise and recognize them as His children. The lyrics describe God as the "keeper of my heart" who always watches over us and listens to our prayers. The song emphasizes the importance of faithfulness and dedication towards God and reminds us to depend on Him always.
Line by Line Meaning
When the mighty rivers flow I see You
Amidst the rush of powerful rivers, I can sense your Divine presence and know You are there with me
With every drop of rain Your grace in view
Even in the smallest details, like a single raindrop, I can witness and appreciate the great mercy You bestow on us all
In all of creation your glory's shown
Everything in this world bears witness to Your majesty and greatness, and proves Your existence to us
But only in my heart do You call home
Despite being omnipresent and powerful, You seek to dwell within our own hearts, where we can connect and share our deepest thoughts with You
And I worship You, I worship You
I pour my heart out in devotion and adoration for You, recognizing You as the ultimate source of everything good in my life
For only in my heart do you call home
Once again, I am humbled and grateful that You seek to make Your dwelling in my own heart, and I cherish this connection
Keeper of my heart, faithfully see
You are not just a bystander or silent observer, but You actively guide and protect my heart, keeping it safe from harm and nourishing it with Your love and care
This air of praise your children bring
All of us, Your beloved children, raise our voices in song and thanksgiving for all that You have done for us, and for how much You mean to us
Contributed by Josiah S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mary Lewis
I just heard this song 3 weeks ago! Now when I'm in a low point in my life I listen to this song. With tears I'm reminded that God is the Keeper of my Heart and all will be well....I Praise and Thank you Lord!!
Portia Ann Abbott
Such a beautiful song. Glory to God. Amen.
Nena Ayoup
keeper of my heart faithfully...glorify the Lord Amen! 💚
Tony Eubanks
Love this song thank you Jesus
Joyce Perreault
keeper of my heart, God is the keeper..thank you for this very beautiful song
BH Agostinho
I hear this song since 2006, I love it.
jack naung san
love it..!!
Regina Roberts
Great video! Thank You!!! I love Mercyme!!
Ephrim Kuzmitski
This was published 17 days before I was born. This brings so many memories to mind and makes me so thankful for how lucky I am.
lana maharaj
song says it all, my heart, soul,spirit every part of me is yours LORD.....