Face to Face
Natalie Grant Lyrics
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My strength is gone for overcomin'
My lips are silent, I don't know what to pray
So I'll wait, I'll wait for you
My eyes have seen your hand deliver
My heart remembers you, my help and my defender
My well runs dry, but I've known the taste of rain
Here I am, I'm reachin' out
I need you always, oh, I need you now
I'm comin' close so we can stay
Hand in hand until we stand face to face
I still believe in new beginnings
The battle rages, but I still believe you'll win it
The night will bend to the light that's breakin' through
So I'll wait, I'll wait for you
Here I am, I'm reachin' out
I need you always, oh, I need you now
(Oh, I need you now)
I'm comin' close so we can stay
Hand in hand until we stand face to face
Face to face, you are the light here
When bondage breaks and darkness dies (oh, oh)
Face to face, you are the end of fear
Who you are brings Heaven here
Yeah (Who you are, who you are)
Oh, who you are brings Heaven here
Yeah
Here I am, I'm reachin' out
I need you always, oh, I need you now
My hope is found in your embrace
Hand in hand until we stand face to face
Hand in hand until we stand face to face
Hand in hand till we stand face to face
The lyrics to Natalie Grant's song "Face to Face" speak of tiredness, weakness, and uncertainty, but also of hope, faith, and the desire to be in the presence of God. The first verse describes the exhaustion and weariness of the singer, who feels overwhelmed and unable to find the right words to pray. Instead, they choose to wait for God, trusting that He will come to their aid.
The second verse expresses the singer's belief in the power of God. They have experienced His deliverance and protection before, and their heart holds onto these memories. Even though they may feel depleted and their source of strength seems to have run dry, they trust that God will send refreshing rain to fill their well again. Thus, they continue to wait for His intervention.
In the chorus, the singer reaches out to God, acknowledging their constant need for Him. They desire to be close to Him, walking hand in hand, until they can stand face to face, in His direct presence. This longing for intimacy and connection with God is repeated throughout the song.
The bridge reinforces the singer's unwavering belief in new beginnings and God's ultimate triumph. They recognize that in the midst of battle and darkness, God's light will break through and bring victory. They hold onto the hope that their encounter with God will conquer fear and bring Heaven to earth.
Overall, "Face to Face" is a song about surrendering to God's timing, seeking His presence, and finding hope and strength in Him. It speaks of the struggles and weariness of life, but also the unwavering belief that God is there, ready to meet us face to face.
Line by Line Meaning
My feet are tired from the runnin'
I'm exhausted from constantly striving and trying to find my own way.
My strength is gone for overcomin'
I feel defeated and depleted in my efforts to overcome challenges.
My lips are silent, I don't know what to pray
I feel speechless and don't even know how to express my prayers or desires.
So I'll wait, I'll wait for you
I will patiently wait for you, God, to guide me and provide answers.
My eyes have seen your hand deliver
I have witnessed firsthand how you have delivered me from difficult situations.
My heart remembers you, my help and my defender
My heart holds onto the memories of you being my source of help and protection.
My well runs dry, but I've known the taste of rain
I feel spiritually empty, but I have experienced moments of refreshing and renewal.
Here I am, I'm reachin' out
I am extending myself towards you, God, seeking your presence and support.
I need you always, oh, I need you now
I constantly rely on you, and in this moment, I am in desperate need of your help.
I'm comin' close so we can stay
I am drawing nearer to you in order to remain connected and find solace.
Hand in hand until we stand face to face
I desire to be in close communion with you, walking together until we meet directly, without barriers.
I still believe in new beginnings
Despite the challenges I face, I maintain faith in the possibility of fresh starts.
The battle rages, but I still believe you'll win it
Even though there may be intense struggles, I hold onto the belief that you will ultimately overcome.
The night will bend to the light that's breakin' through
The darkness and difficulties will yield to the illuminating light of your presence.
Who you are brings Heaven here
Your existence and divine nature bring a taste of heavenly joy and peace to my life.
My hope is found in your embrace
I find my hope and solace in your loving and comforting embrace.
Hand in hand until we stand face to face
I want to remain intimately connected with you until we meet directly, without any barriers.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Bernie Herms, Natalie Grant, Paul T. Duncan
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