He knows my name
The Praise Band Lyrics

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I have a maker
He formed my heart,
Before even time began
My life was in his hands

He knows my name
He knows my every thought,
He sees each tear that falls

And hears me when I call

I have a father,
He calls me his own
He'll never leave me,
No matter where I go

He knows my name
He knows my every thought
He sees each tear that falls
And hears me when I call

He knows my name
He knows my every thought
He sees each tear that falls
And hears me when I call

He knows my name
He knows my every thought
He sees each tear that falls

And hears me when I call
He hears me when I call

Overall Meaning

The song "He Knows My Name" by The Praise Band speaks to the idea that every person is uniquely created, known individually, and loved by God without condition. The lyrics begin by describing God, the creator, as having formed the heart of the singer before time began. This implies that the singer has always had a place in God's plan and existence. The chorus repeats “He knows my name” four times, emphasizing the idea that God not only knows the singer's name but every thought they have and every tear they cry. This speaks to the intimacy of the relationship between the singer and God.

The second verse refers to God as a father who calls the singer his own. This is a reference to the Christian belief that when someone accepts Jesus as their savior, they become children of God. This verse is a reminder that no matter where the singer goes or what they do, God will never leave them. The final chorus repeats the previous one, emphasizing that no matter the situation, God is always present and always listening to when the singer calls.

Line by Line Meaning

I have a maker
I believe in a higher power who created me

He formed my heart,
He shaped me and gave me a purpose

Before even time began
My existence was planned before the beginning of time

My life was in his hands
My life is determined by his will

He knows my name
He recognizes me as an individual

He knows my every thought,
He understands my emotions and innermost feelings

He sees each tear that falls
He is aware of my pain and struggles

And hears me when I call
He listens to my prayers and responds

I have a father,
He is a father figure in my life

He calls me his own
He cares for me like a child

He'll never leave me,
He will always be there for me