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.
Spoken For
MercyMe Lyrics
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I don't need it anymore
I am finally free
My heart is spoken for
Oh and I praise you
Oh and I worship you
Covered by your love divine
Child of the risen Lord
To hear you say "This one's mine"
My heart is spoken for
Now I have a peace
I've never known before
I find myself complete
My heart is spoken for
Oh and I praise you
Oh and I worship you
[Chorus]
By the power of the cross
You've taken what was lost
And made it fully yours
And I have been redeemed
By you that spoke to me
Now I am spoken for
[Chorus: x2]
Take this world from me
Don't need it anymore
The lyrics of the song "Spoken For" by MercyMe talks about finding freedom and redemption in God's love. The opening line "Take this world from me, I don't need it anymore" shows a willingness to let go of the things of the world and to surrender all to God. The phrase "My heart is spoken for" emphasizes that the singer's heart belongs to God and he has found peace and completeness in God's love.
The chorus of the song further emphasizes the redemption available in God's love. The lyrics "Covered by your love divine" and "Child of the risen Lord" show that the singer has been covered and protected by God's love and declares his identity as a child of God. The line "To hear you say 'This one's mine'" is a powerful reminder that the singer's identity is established in God, and he belongs to God.
The second verse highlights the power of the cross and illustrates the singer's redemption story. The lyrics "By the power of the cross, you've taken what was lost" illustrates the transformative power of the cross and the singer's newfound freedom in God's love.
Overall, the song "Spoken For" is a powerful reminder of the impact of God's love and the transformative power of redemption through the cross.
Line by Line Meaning
Take this world from me
I am asking God or a higher power to take this world's worries, fears, and anxieties away from me.
I don't need it anymore
I realize that material possessions or worldly desires don't bring true inner happiness or contentment.
I am finally free
I feel liberated from the chains of this world's expectations and can now pursue my own spiritual path.
My heart is spoken for
I have given my heart and soul to a higher power, and now feel a sense of belonging and purpose.
Oh and I praise you
I express my gratitude and thankfulness for the guidance and blessings that a higher power has bestowed upon me.
Oh and I worship you
I show my deep respect, admiration and love towards a higher power through my words and actions.
Covered by your love divine
I feel protected and surrounded by an overwhelming sense of love, care, compassion and grace from a higher power.
Child of the risen Lord
I see myself as a child of God or that of a higher power who has been saved and guided towards the righteous path.
To hear you say 'This one's mine'
I feel comforted and assured when a higher power tells me that I belong to them and that they will watch over me.
My heart is spoken for
I have entrusted my heart and soul to a higher power, which makes me feel a sense of peace, purpose, and fulfillment.
Now I have a peace
I feel a newfound serenity and tranquility in my mind, body and soul that I have never experienced before.
I've never known before
I have always been anxious, depressed, or discontent, but now I feel a sense of belonging and purpose.
I find myself complete
I feel that I have found my true calling and that my journey has led me to where I am meant to be.
By the power of the cross
The sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ have saved me and given me a new lease on life.
You've taken what was lost
The guidance and blessings from a higher power have helped me reclaim what I might have lost or thought was missing.
And made it fully yours
I have dedicated my life and soul to a higher power, who has accepted it with open arms and provided me with a sense of belonging.
And I have been redeemed
My past mistakes, shortcomings, or misfortunes have been forgiven, and I have been given a new chance at life.
By you that spoke to me
The higher power that spoke to me and guided me through my spiritual journey has redeemed me and made me whole again.
Now I am spoken for
I am proud to say that I have dedicated my heart and soul to a higher power, and that I feel a sense of peace, purpose, and fulfillment.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BART MILLARD, JIM BRYSON, MIKE SCHEUCHZER, NATHAN COCHRAN, PETE KIPLEY, PETER C. KIPLEY, ROBBY SHAFFER
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@galesalinas964
My beautiful 28-year-old daughter passed on Sept 28, 2022, during treatment for leukemia. The lord has sent this song to me in my dreams, and I wake with it. I believe He is sending it to comfort me that my daughter is with Him and completely healed and in perfect peace. Earthly grief is the worst, but I know someday I will see her again and be reunited.
@TheAliBubb
I gave my heart and life to Jesus in June 2002 and this was one of the worship songs that ALWAYS spoke to my heart. “Take this world from me; I don’t need it anymore.” Listening to the song this morning brought me to tears because I’m so thankful for the day Jesus saved me, changed me, and made me His child. It’s not about a religion. It’s a reality and a real relationship. I thank God that I am STILL spoken for. ❤️
@holdontojesus7097
Amen!! ♥️
@starsbars8708
Amen. Same here. This song always brings me back to the moment when God spoke to me at 14 years old that I needed to surrender my life to Him. I've always thought this song would be a perfect background to play during baptisms, too. ❤
@annierudy6275
Tears every time I listen.
@holdontojesus7097
We had a friend play this at our wedding almost 16 years ago. I listened to it tonight when it came to my spirit. Sang all the words. Our wedding was a testimony. To have that covenant broken hurt a lot. (Separated Oct. 2014 Divorced Feb. 2016). It still hurts... but I trust God Who knew what would happen and will happen from the beginning of time. God doesn’t make mistakes. Love doesn’t make mistakes. God is Love. I Belong to Him.
@jordenjextreme
I am 28 and alone, the world is not easy. Women and men have different roles in this world, not easy for either of us. But yeah , be careful who you choose as a woman, look past the flesh.
@RheannaKennedy
Listen to A Page Is Turned I think Chris Tomlin sings it 😊
@debbiematthews5792
I still get goosebumpy when I hear this song❤️. I will see MercyMe in concert on August 9th!! Soooo excited 😁. Thank You Heavenly Father for Your loving steward who sing Your praises 🙌🙏
@ramirezdiana87
This song is for me. God says about me “this ones mine” ❤my heart is spoken for 💛