I lay in the fields
Watching you arise t… Read Full Bio ↴Out in the fields of grace
I lay in the fields
Watching you arise the dead in me
Everyone’s looking for something.
Across the ground, scattered with the bones of past psalms and revolutions and the old, worn faith your father lent you.
Everyone is singing a song. And it’s always about the same thing. Love lost, love found, that great open space between heaven and earth.
Forget the proselytism, forget the harsh edges of the letter of the law. There’s someone up there, and He is like water and fire, deep with grace and mystery.
These are not songs of a preacher. They’re not ballads to lilting love. These are just alms to that old, worn faith. Skin for the skeleton. The sound of someone looking for a resurrection. From the opening throes of ‘Hallelujah’ to the closing refrain of ‘Resurrection Song’, Water and Fire is the sound of someone who travels with dust on his feet, connected to the earth, but eyeing heaven.
Everyone’s looking for something. Sometimes it is home. Sometimes it’s that long lost love. Sometimes it’s God.
Most times it is all of these.
This is my resurrection song,
Written in the only ink I own.
Here
Strahan Lyrics
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I have been made white as the snow
Here i am Father but I'm still afraid
Why am i fraid? I have you told
Here I am Lord, the struggle is real
To have you as home and not give into fear
Here I am Father, take this from me
This heave load, you promised would leave
Here i am a Lord, abandoned to grace
Worshipping through the tears on my face
And I sing for joy, for a mystery known
But i'm still running freedom you've shown
Here I am Lord, take me away
To where the angels sing "Holy is the name"
Here I am Father, you made me your son, you made me with love
You are here
You here
The lyrics to Strahan's song Here explore one's relationship with God and the struggles that come with it. The song starts off with the singer acknowledging himself as God's son, and how he has been made pure and clean as snow. He then goes on to express his fear and uncertainty, despite having God by his side. The singer acknowledges his struggles to keep faith and resist fear, but ultimately looks to God for help - hoping that the heavy burden he carries will be lifted.
The second verse starts with the singer acknowledging their surrender to God's grace, and their willingness to worship him even through pain and tears. The singer acknowledges the joy in knowing God and the freedom that comes with it, while also admitting that they are still "running" towards that freedom. The song then shifts focus, with the singer asking God to take them away to where the angels sing his praises. The singer then ends by acknowledging that they are God's son, made with love, and rejoicing in the fact that God is with them.
In essence, the song explores the experience of a person who is trying to navigate their relationship with God in the midst of fear and uncertainty. The singer acknowledges that despite their struggles, they are God's child and seeks comfort and guidance from him.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I am Lord, I am your son,
I am humbly presenting myself before you, acknowledging that you are my Lord and I am your obedient servant
I have been made white as the snow
You have cleansed me of all my sins and made me pure in your sight
Here i am Father but I'm still afraid
Despite my faith and trust in you, I still struggle with fear and uncertainty
Why am i fraid? I have you told
I know that you have assured me of your presence and protection, so why do I still struggle with fear?
Here I am Lord, the struggle is real
I acknowledge the challenges I face in following you and living a life that honors you
To have you as home and not give into fear
I desire to make you the center of my life and live in the freedom that you offer, rather than being controlled by fear
Here I am Father, take this from me
I am turning over my burdens and struggles to you, trusting that you will help me bear them
This heave load, you promised would leave
I have faith that you will fulfill your promise to lighten my load and provide relief from my struggles
Here i am a Lord, abandoned to grace
I surrender myself to your unmerited favor and trust in your love and mercy
Worshipping through the tears on my face
I offer my worship and praise to you even in the midst of my pain and sorrow
And I sing for joy, for a mystery known
I rejoice in the mystery of your love and salvation, which I have experienced and come to know intimately
But i'm still running freedom you've shown
Although I have tasted the freedom that you offer, I still struggle to fully let go of my fears and limitations
Here I am Lord, take me away
I long to be in your presence and experience the fullness of your love, even if it means leaving behind the struggles of this world
To where the angels sing "Holy is the name"
To a place where your name is revered and praised by all, even the heavenly beings
Here I am Father, you made me your son, you made me with love
I rest in the knowledge that I am your beloved child, created by you with care and intentionality
You are here
I am comforted by your constant presence and reassured that you are with me always
Writer(s): strahan michael coleman
Contributed by Ethan D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@cynthialinden6056
Thank you Father for this true worshipful soul! ❤
@steerdup3842
Love this song but brings so much emotion. My father was diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer last year. He passed away last Aug and a few weeks before he passed I heard this song. The words are what my dad would be singing if he was able to speak.
@brandyD33
Your comment hit my heart so heavy. Goosebumps. I pray the Father keeps you in His hand, leading and guiding you in His ways, training you to bear up under the suffering knowing that all these trials are not in vain. This is the narrow path. May He teach us to suffer well, for His is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Ahmein.
@Herecomesthedreamerr
Staring contest with Strahan towards the end of the video.
“You blinked!”
Beautiful music and singing.
@salomebianca1090
I am so so happy I discovered you, Strahan. You don't know how much your music has touched my heart, the verses are so relatable and that's exactly what I needed to hear right now. GOD BLESS YOU!!!
@folksongpreacher2255
Beautiful brother. Wishing peace on your soul and the presence of God in your room.🙏🏼
@lizmannchen9882
I have been following your music for years. Your vulnerability and authenticity have deeply moved me in your words and your voice. And this song and video shines with that. Thank you for opening yourself up in front of us all, for us to be able to do the same. And hopefully, in that openness the goodness can come in. Thank you for sharing your art with us.
@travis6694
So awesome Strahan, you are a blessing to my family and everyone I know. I share your music like crazy. Much love.
@judithrosaleetapp7309
Such powerful passionate Grace and Love .... Beautiful. . . Come Holy Father
@stephjose9401
Such raw and beautiful worship.