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Morris Chapman, songwriter, worship leader, and minister is known around the world for his ability to lead people into the presence of the Lord.
Morris has accomplished much in the years since he began full time ministry in 1978. His songs are widely recognized around the world, especially in praise and worship. Crossing cultural and international boundaries, his songs have been recorded by such artists as Sandy Patti, Rosie Greer, Kenneth Copeland, the Maranatha Singers, Donald Lawrence and the Tri City Singers, Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, and Bill Gaither.
Morris is a three time Dove nominee and received a Grammy nomination from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences in 1983 for best soul gospel performance for the album βLong time friendsβ which featured the songs, βBethlehem Morning,β βWe Remember You,β and βWe give you praise.β
Word Records signed Morris in his early ministry days and later he was signed by Maranatha Music. Morris has completed more than fifteen solo recordings and he has also sung solo on other projects as well.
Morris has traveled extensively throughout his ministry, leading thousands of diverse congregations in praise and worship to God.
In 1993, Morris was invited to become a member of the praise team for Promise Keepers, and he served on the team until 1998. Promise Keepers recorded several of his songs including βThe family prayer song,β βJesus your name is power,β βthe Reconciliation song,β and βChrist in us be glorified.β Morris was also part of the praise team for βStand in the Gapβ 1997 on the Mall in Washington DC.
It was not until the age of 40 that God called Morris into full time ministry, while still a janitor in the Clark County School District, Las Vegas, NV. The majority of his songs where written after he turned 40.
Morris is the second oldest of twelve children and was born in Camden AR. The entire family moved to Las Vegas, NV in 1957, where he met and married his wife Shirley in 1959. They have five children, five grand-children and two great-grand-children.
Morrisβ latest project, βCome Away,β is about to be released by His Heart Music.
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Here I Am
Morris Chapman Lyrics
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If You wanted sacrifice, I would obey
But my life is all I have and I will live it
Dedicated to the honor of Your name
Gladly will I bow down as Your servant
Gladly will I wait for your command
I commit my trust to You for You deserve it
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
For You have placed Your Holy Word within me
Your Book of Truth is living in my heart
Written on each page from the beginning
There's a call for me to play my part
Lord, I have sung Your praise
I've lifted up Your name
I've told the congregation, Lord
Of Your great salvation, Lord
In Morris Chapman's song "Here I Am," the lyrics convey a message of devotion and commitment to God. The opening line indicates that the singer is willing to offer an offering or a sacrifice, demonstrating their willingness to fulfill God's commands. However, the singer acknowledges that their life is all they have, and they commit to living it in a way that honors God's name.
The second verse goes on to express the singer's eagerness to serve as God's servant, waiting for His commands and committing their trust to Him. The chorus reinforces the connection between the singer and God, expressing their desire to do His will and follow His commands until their calling is ultimately fulfilled. The final verse highlights the central role that God's Word plays in the singer's life and their commitment to spreading the message of God's salvation to others.
Overall, the song is a powerful expression of faith and dedication to God. The lyrics suggest that the singer is willing to make sacrifices and dedicate their life to serving God, displaying piety and humility in the face of His divine plan.
Line by Line Meaning
If You asked me for an offering, I'd give it
If You require something from me, I am willing to give it as an offering.
If You wanted sacrifice, I would obey
I would comply with any sacrifice You ask me to make.
But my life is all I have and I will live it
Dedicated to the honor of Your name
My life is a tribute to Your name and I am willing to give it entirely.
Gladly will I bow down as Your servant
Gladly will I wait for your command
I commit my trust to You for You deserve it
I delight within the guidance of Your hand
I accept my role as Your servant and I am eager to follow wherever You lead me.
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
I am ready to do Your will and eager to fulfill my purpose in life.
For You have placed Your Holy Word within me
Your Book of Truth is living in my heart
Written on each page from the beginning
There's a call for me to play my part
I have Your Word in my heart, and I know I have a purpose to fulfill.
Lord, I have sung Your praise
I've lifted up Your name
I've told the congregation, Lord
Of Your great salvation, Lord
I have praised Your name and shared the good news of Your salvation with others.
Contributed by Reagan K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Raphael Falzarano
It was not until the age of 40 that God called Morris into full time ministry, while still a janitor in the Clark County School District, Las Vegas, NV. The majority of his songs where written after he turned 40.
Over the years he has recorded a long list of albums, earned nominations for both Dove Awards and a Grammy, and written noteworthy songs that other artists have recorded.
LyRicS
If You asked me for an offering, I'd give it
If You wanted sacrifice, I would obey
But my life is all I have and I will live it
Dedicated to the honor of Your name
Gladly will I bow down as Your servant
Gladly will I wait for your command
I commit my trust to You for You deserve it
I delight within the guidance of Your hand
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
Mmhhhh.Yeaay!
For You have placed Your Holy Word within me
Your Book of Truth is living in my heart
Written on each page from the beginning
There's a call for me to play my part
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
Lord, I have sung Your praise
I've lifted up Your name
I've told the congregation, Lord
Of Your great salvation, Lord...
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am... Here I am...
Raphael Falzarano
It was not until the age of 40 that God called Morris into full time ministry, while still a janitor in the Clark County School District, Las Vegas, NV. The majority of his songs where written after he turned 40.
Over the years he has recorded a long list of albums, earned nominations for both Dove Awards and a Grammy, and written noteworthy songs that other artists have recorded.
LyRicS
If You asked me for an offering, I'd give it
If You wanted sacrifice, I would obey
But my life is all I have and I will live it
Dedicated to the honor of Your name
Gladly will I bow down as Your servant
Gladly will I wait for your command
I commit my trust to You for You deserve it
I delight within the guidance of Your hand
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
Mmhhhh.Yeaay!
For You have placed Your Holy Word within me
Your Book of Truth is living in my heart
Written on each page from the beginning
There's a call for me to play my part
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
Lord, I have sung Your praise
I've lifted up Your name
I've told the congregation, Lord
Of Your great salvation, Lord...
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
And I long to do Your will
Here I am
I'll follow Your command
Here I am
Until my calling is fulfilled
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am
Here I am... Here I am...
Rosemarie Rabi
So inspiring song of worship ..this kind if worship songs God wants to hears from us ..to lift us our voice of commitment to God to serve Him until our last breath specially this time of chaos and pandemic..help us Lord to fulfill our calling..to worship you with all our heart ππ
Sylvia D B
Thank you so much for the upload, I love the heart of worship of this great Psalmist. Years ago I had the privilege of ordering one of his CD's from him personally. Such a humble man of God.
fresvirg
What a wonderful songs....we use to sing it when Offfertory service.....I love it...GOD bless you.
smbga1
it's so easy to say this,...'here I am',.....but when it comes time to fulfill,....it's a whole new song. a high price to pay
Elishama
Such a pleasure to have the song back. God bless
Nyaksure TV _ Karachuonyo to diaspora
Heard this song in the night and realised it's been a while since I listed to such a nice music
Julia Manalo
isoooLOVEthis to sing to my beloved LORDGODALMIGHTYJESUS..here i am DEARESTLORD..use me in giving..i am willing inTHYHOLYNAME!
GODBLESS brother for this song..tears of joyπͺπͺπͺ
Rhodeliza Joyce Flores
do you have a video of this with lyrics on it? Badly need it... Thanks
Rockeem Walker
Goodmorning Pastor Kerr