Lord I Need You
Sam Cox Lyrics
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Bowing here I find my rest
Without You I fall apart
You're the one that guides my heart
Lord, I need You, oh I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
Where grace is found is where You are
And where You are Lord I am free
Holiness is Christ in me
Yes where You are Lord I am free
Holiness is Christ in me
Lord, I need You, oh I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
So teach my song to rise to You
When temptation comes my way
And when I cannot stand I'll fall on You
Jesus You're my hope and stay
And when I cannot stand I'll fall on You
Jesus You're my hope and stay
Lord, I need You, oh I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
Lord, I need You, oh I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
The lyrics of Sam Cox's song, Lord I Need You, are a plea for spiritual guidance and support from a higher power. The opening lines of the song, "Lord I come, I confess, bowing here I find my rest," convey the singer's humility and need for forgiveness. The phrase "Without You I fall apart" suggests that the singer is unable to function without the presence and guidance of a higher power. The following line, "You're the one that guides my heart," further emphasizes the singer's reliance on a spiritual guide.
The chorus of the song expresses the singer's continual need for this guidance and support, saying "Lord, I need You, oh I need You, every hour I need You. My one defense, my righteousness, oh God, how I need You." These lyrics convey a sense of urgency and dependency on the presence of a higher power. The following verse speaks of the power of grace in overcoming sin and the freedom that comes with being in the presence of the deity. The singer acknowledges the role of Jesus Christ in achieving holiness and spiritual freedom.
The final verse of the song expresses the singer's desire for strength in the face of temptation and the reassurance that comes from relying on God. The phrase "when I cannot stand I'll fall on You, Jesus You're my hope and stay," suggests that the singer acknowledges their own vulnerability and need for help. The final repetition of the chorus reinforces the theme of continual dependence on the divine for righteousness and guidance.
Line by Line Meaning
Lord I come, I confess
I approach You, God, with honesty and vulnerability
Bowing here I find my rest
In this act of submission, I find peace and comfort
Without You I fall apart
My life lacks structure and meaning without Your presence
You're the one that guides my heart
My life's direction and purpose are set by Your will for me
Lord, I need You, oh I need You
You are essential in every aspect of my life
Every hour I need You
My dependence on You is ceaseless and continuous
My one defense, my righteousness
You protect and redeem me; in You, I am justified
Oh God, how I need You
My longing and desire for You is immense
Where sin runs deep, Your grace is more
Even in my darkest moments, Your mercy abounds
Where grace is found is where You are
Your presence is always with me in times of kindness and compassion
And where You are Lord I am free
You liberate me from the bondage of sin and bring true freedom
Holiness is Christ in me
The presence of Your Son in me is the reason for my purity and righteousness
So teach my song to rise to You
Help me to express my love and worship for You more fully
When temptation comes my way
In moments of trials and challenges, I turn to You for guidance
And when I cannot stand I'll fall on You
When I am weak and incapable, I trust in You to hold me steady
Jesus You're my hope and stay
I anchor my life on You - You are my source of hope and stability
My one defense, my righteousness
Once again, I acknowledge that You alone are my Savior and Redeemer
Oh God, how I need You
My dependence on You is a constant refrain - I can never get enough of You
Lord, I need You, oh I need You
As I finish this song, I reiterate my complete reliance on You, my Lord
Every hour I need You
And in every moment of my life, I will continue to turn to You for strength and guidance
My one defense, my righteousness
You are everything to me, and I will always look to You for safety and salvation
Oh God, how I need You
Amen
Writer(s): JESSE REEVES, MATT MAHER, CHRISTY NOCKELS, DANIEL CARSON, KRISTIAN STANFILL
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