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His Eye Is On The Sparrow
Sister Act Lyrics
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and why should the shadows come
why should my heart feel lonely
and long for heaven and home
when Jesus is my portion
a constant friend is He
His eye is on the sparrow
His eye is on the sparrow
and I know He watches over me
I sing because I'm happy
I sing because I'm free
His eye is on the sparrow
and I know He watches me
He watches me
His eye is on the sparrow
and I know He watches
I know He watches,
I know He watches me.
I sing because I'm happy
I sing because I'm free
His eye is on the the sparrow
and I know He watches me
He watches me
His eye is on the sparrow
and I know he watches me
He watches me
He watches me
I know He watches me
The lyrics to Sister Act's "His Eye is on the Sparrow" express the singer's faith and trust in God, even in the face of difficult or uncertain times. The opening lines "why should I feel discouraged, and why should the shadows come" suggest that the singer is struggling with feelings of sadness or despair, perhaps related to life's challenges or personal circumstances. However, the following lines "when Jesus is my portion, a constant friend is He" suggest that the singer's faith in God provides hope and comfort, even when faced with difficulties.
The metaphor of God's eye being on the sparrow is used repeatedly throughout the song, emphasizing the idea that God is watching over and caring for all of his creations, no matter how small or insignificant they may seem. This idea is particularly powerful because it suggests that even when the singer feels hopeless or alone, God is still watching over them and providing guidance and support.
Overall, the lyrics to "His Eye is on the Sparrow" convey a sense of hope, comfort, and faith in God, even in the face of adversity. They suggest that even though life can be difficult and challenging, it is possible to find strength and comfort in one's faith in God.
Line by Line Meaning
why should I feel discouraged
Why should I allow feelings of discouragement to take hold within me?
and why should the shadows come
Why should I let darkness cast its shadow over my thoughts?
why should my heart feel lonely
Why should my heart feel the pain of loneliness?
and long for heaven and home
And yearn for the comforts of heaven and home?
when Jesus is my portion
When I have Jesus as my treasure
a constant friend is He
A faithful companion He always is
His eye is on the sparrow
He watches over the tiny sparrow
and I know He watches over me
I know He also watches over me
I sing because I'm happy
I sing songs of joy because of my happiness
I sing because I'm free
I sing because I'm liberated
He watches me
He carefully observes me
I know He watches
I'm certain that He's always watching
I know He watches me.
I know for sure that He is with me
Contributed by Camilla C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Angel F.
Lauryn Hill's voice was crafted and touched by the Hand of God.
Janet Tullis
@joshnaround_94 jjfoop
be yöu
I could just cry in this song
Joseph Suarez
She actually worked hard to get it to where it was before this film.
Jimmystarr21
Lauryn Hill is the greatest singer of all time. Her voice gives me chills every time it's crazy
Isis
One of
musiclover2011ize
Whitney no 1
Mikell Clark
@Jaytosmooth right people tripping 😂
Uptop215
Aretha Franklin the greatest tho
Jaytosmooth
@GLOCK NINETEEN FREDDie MECURY BETTER THEN WHITNEY HELL NAH