Ek sal
Nicholis Louw Lyrics

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My Vader in die Hemel
Laat U naam geheilig word
Dis weer ek U kind onrein
En ek sukkel weer vanaand

Die wêreld bly gebeur
Ek’s al so moeg my God hiervoor
Dis dieselfde oor en oor

En ek bly die stryd verloor

Ek weet U gee nog om vir my
U ken die wêreld rondom my
U gee my kans na kans
Om reg te maak

Ek sal
Vir nog ‘n oomblik kan staan
Net nog ‘n oomblik voor ek val
Ek sal
Bly staan

Ek sal
Op my knieë staan as ek moet val
Maar my geloof sal uit my straal
Ek sal
Bly staan
As U my toelaat in U naam
Sal ek wys dat U bestaan

U ken my diep gedagtes
U ken my beter as ek self
Al sê die wêreld ek’s so sleg
Weet U my hart bly altyd reg

Ek vind vrede by U voete Heer
Ek is veilig al gaan wat gebeur
Ek gee myself
Gebruik my tot U eer

Ek sal
Vir nog ‘n oomblik kan staan
Net nog ‘n oomblik voor ek val
Ek sal
Bly staan

Ek sal
Op my knieë staan as ek moet val
Maar my geloof sal uit my straal
Ek sal
Bly staan
As U my toelaat in U naam
Sal ek wys dat U bestaan

Ek sal
Tot met my laaste asem straal
U maak dit net soos asemhaal
Ek sal
Bly staan

Ek sal
My lewe toewei aan U naam
Met U is daar geen twyfel ek’s so sterk soos staal

As U my toelaat in U naam
Sal ek wys dat U bestaan

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Ek Sal" by Nicholis Louw depict a heartfelt conversation between the singer and his faith, addressing God as "My Vader in die Hemel" (My Father in Heaven). The singer acknowledges his imperfections and struggles, feeling weary of the challenges that keep recurring in his life. Despite feeling like he is continuously losing the battle, he finds solace in knowing that God still cares for him and provides him with opportunities to make things right.

The singer expresses his determination to stand firm and not give up, even if it's just for a moment before he feels like he may fall. He vows to remain steadfast, trusting in his faith to guide him through difficult times. He acknowledges that God knows his thoughts and sees beyond his flaws, reassuring himself that his heart remains true despite external criticisms.

The lyrics emphasize the singer's unwavering faith and his willingness to surrender himself to the will of God, finding peace and safety in His presence. He declares his commitment to stand strong until his last breath, likening his devotion to God to the essential act of breathing. The singer's resolve to dedicate his life to God is portrayed as unshakeable, with a sense of steadfastness and resilience that comes from his belief in the existence and power of God.

Overall, "Ek Sal" conveys a message of perseverance, faith, and dedication to God in the face of challenges and uncertainties. The singer finds strength and assurance in his relationship with God, affirming his commitment to stand tall and shine with unwavering faith as a testament to the presence and reality of God in his life.

Line by Line Meaning

My Vader in die Hemel
My Father in Heaven

Laat U naam geheilig word
Let Your name be hallowed

Dis weer ek U kind onrein
Once again I, Your child, feel unworthy

En ek sukkel weer vanaand
And I struggle again tonight

Die wêreld bly gebeur
The world keeps on happening

Ek’s al so moeg my God hiervoor
I'm so tired of this, my God

Dis dieselfde oor en oor
It's the same thing over and over

En ek bly die stryd verloor
And I keep losing the battle

Ek weet U gee nog om vir my
I know You still care for me

U ken die wêreld rondom my
You know the world around me

U gee my kans na kans
You give me chance after chance