Be Thou My Vision
Steve Pettit Evangelistic Association Lyrics
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nada te aparte de mi corazon
noche y dia pienso yo en ti
y tu presencia es luz para mi
sabiduria se tu de mi ser, quiero a tu lado mi senda correr, como tu hijo tenme señor, siempre morando en un mismo amor
riquezas vanas no ahnelo, señor, ni el hueco halago de la adulacion; tu eres mi herencia, tu mi porcion, Rey de los cielos, tesoro mejor
Oh Rey de gloria, del triunfo al final, dejame el gozo del cielo alcanzar; alma de mi dueño y señor en vida o muerte, se tu mi vision
The lyrics of Steve Pettit Evangelistic Association's song "Be Thou My Vision" express a heartfelt plea to God to be the source of guidance and direction in the singer's life. The first verse, "Oh Dios de mi alma se tu mi vision" calls out to God to be the singer's vision, the ultimate goal and guide for their life. It is a profound acknowledgement of God's sovereignty and power, and a call for Him to be the center of the singer's existence.
The second verse, "noche y dia pienso yo en ti, y tu presencia es luz para mi," expresses the singer's longing for God's constant presence and light in their life. It acknowledges that true fulfillment can only come through a relationship with God, and that everything else is fleeting and incomplete. The singer also expresses a desire to be led by God's wisdom and to be His faithful servant, running the path of life by His side.
The third verse, "se mi escudo mi espada en la lid," acknowledges the challenges and struggles of life, and calls out to God to be the singer's protection and strength in the midst of these challenges. The lyrics recognize that true joy and fulfillment can only come from God, and that the singer's ultimate desire is to reach heaven and be with Him forever. Overall, the song is a deeply spiritual and heartfelt expression of faith and trust in God, and a plea for Him to be the center of the singer's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh Dios de mi alma se tu mi vision
God, be the focus of my life and the center of my attention so that every step I take aligns with Your plan.
nada te aparte de mi corazon
May nothing hinder my devotion to You, let my heart be fully dedicated to You.
noche y dia pienso yo en ti
Day and night, my thoughts revolve around You, God.
y tu presencia es luz para mi
Your presence in my life brings illumination and guidance for every step of the way.
sabiduria se tu de mi ser, quiero a tu lado mi senda correr
Lord, guide me with Your wisdom and lead me on the path that You have set for me.
como tu hijo tenme señor, siempre morando en un mismo amor
Embrace me as Your child, and let me abide in Your love throughout my life.
se mi escudo mi espada en la lid, mi unica gloria, mi dicha sin fin
God, be my shield and sword in every battle, my sole source of glory and eternal happiness.
del alma amparo, mi torreon; a las alturas conduceme oh Dios
You are my refuge and stronghold, lead me to higher ground, oh God.
riquezas vanas no ahnelo, señor, ni el hueco halago de la adulacion
Lord, I do not desire material wealth or the empty praise of others.
tu eres mi herencia, tu mi porcion, Rey de los cielos, tesoro mejor
You, Oh King of Heaven, are my inheritance, my portion, and my greatest treasure.
Oh Rey de gloria, del triunfo al final, dejame el gozo del cielo alcanzar
Oh King of Glory, grant me the joy of reaching heaven's gates at the end of my journey.
alma de mi dueño y señor en vida o muerte, se tu mi vision
In life or death, my soul belongs to You, Lord, and may You always be my guiding light.
Writer(s): John Rutter
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