Just a Closer Walk with Thee
The Retrospective Soundtrack Players Lyrics
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Granite Jesus is my plead
Daily walking close to thee
Let it be, dear Lord, let it be...
I am weak but thou art strong
Jesus keep me from our wrong
I'll be satisfied as long
The Retrospective Soundtrack Players's song Just a Closer Walk With Thee is a touching and spiritual song that conveys the singer's desire to have a closer relationship with God. The lyrics depict a humbling acknowledgement of the singer's own weakness and the need for the strength and guidance of a higher power. The opening line, "Just a closer walk with thee," sets the tone for the rest of the song, emphasizing the singer's desire to be closer to God. The next line, "Granite Jesus is my plead," speaks to the unshakable nature of the singer's faith, likening it to the steadfastness of granite.
The following two lines, "Daily walking close to thee/Let it be, dear Lord, let it be," emphasize the need for a daily commitment to God and a trust in His plan for our lives. The chorus then turns to a plea for strength, with the singer admitting their weakness and asking Jesus to keep them from going astray. They express contentment in their relationship with God, as long as He walks closely with them.
Line by Line Meaning
Just a closer walk with thee
A plea to walk more closely with God.
Granite Jesus is my plead
Asking Jesus for strength to endure.
Daily walking close to thee
Desire to spend every day in a closer relationship with God.
Let it be, dear Lord, let it be...
Entrusting everything to the Lord’s will.
I am weak but thou art strong
Acknowledging one's own weakness and recognizing God's strength.
Jesus keep me from our wrong
Asking for guidance to avoid making mistakes.
I'll be satisfied as long
Contentment can only be achieved with God's presence.
As you walk, dear Lord, close to me
Realizing the importance of having God beside us always.
Contributed by Ethan Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.