Destiny
Twila Paris Lyrics


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Buried in the heart of every child of his creation
Is a deep desire for which we seldom find the words.
As each poet sings of searching for his own salvation,
Once again a common truth is heard,
Beating out the question
Only honest and courageous hearts will answer. (Will answer)

Chorus:
Do you know him? This is your destiny. (Destiny)
When you obey him, there is an open door
Do you believe? And will you love him? This is your destiny.(Destiny)
When you obey him, there is an open door to your unspoken dreams.

Even we who call his name so often miss the treasure.
Still a voice of wisdom cries to those who will be stirred,
Sounding in the silence of dishonest weight and measure.
Once again a common truth is heard,
Beating out the question
Only honest and courageous hearts will answer. (Will answer)

Chorus:
Do you know him? This is your destiny. (Destiny)
When you obey him, there is an open door
Do you believe? And will you love him? This is your destiny.(Destiny)
When you obey him, there is an open door to your unspoken dreams.

If you seek him you will find him.
If you seek him you will find him.
If you seek him you will find him.
You will find him.

Chorus:
Do you know him? This is your destiny
When you obey him there is an open door
Do you believe? And will you love him?
This is your destiny
When you obey him, there is an open door to your unspoken dreams

(Fading out)




Do you know him? This is your destiny
When you obey him...

Overall Meaning

The song "Destiny" by Twila Paris is a reflection on the deep desire that resides within every human heart for a sense of purpose and meaning. Paris suggests that this is a desire that is buried within every child of God's creation. She suggests that all human beings yearn for something beyond their current circumstances and that they search for their own salvation through poetry and other means of self-expression. The chorus asks whether we know God and whether we are willing to love and obey him. The suggestion is that by doing so, we will find an open door to our unspoken dreams and desires.


Paris suggests that even those who call themselves Christians may miss the treasure of knowing God fully, but that a voice of wisdom calls to those who are willing to be stirred. The repeated refrain of the song emphasizes the idea that we must seek God if we are to find him and fulfill our destiny. The song is ultimately a call to action, reminding listeners that they must be honest and courageous in their pursuit of a deeper sense of purpose in life.


Line by Line Meaning

Buried in the heart of every child of his creation
Every human being has a deep desire, longing or dream.


Is a deep desire for which we seldom find the words.
This desire is often unexpressed or unknown to us.


As each poet sings of searching for his own salvation,
Artists and creatives often write about their search for meaning and purpose.


Once again a common truth is heard,
This desire is a universal truth that resonates with everyone.


Beating out the question
The desire manifests as a question that we all ask ourselves.


Only honest and courageous hearts will answer. (Will answer)
Answering this question requires both honesty and bravery.


Do you know him? This is your destiny. (Destiny)
Knowing God is the ultimate purpose and destiny for every human being.


When you obey him, there is an open door
Obeying God opens up opportunities and possibilities.


Do you believe? And will you love him? This is your destiny.(Destiny)
Believing in God and loving Him is part of our ultimate purpose.


When you obey him, there is an open door to your unspoken dreams.
Following God's will unlocks our hidden aspirations and desires.


Even we who call his name so often miss the treasure.
Even Christians can miss the true purpose and treasure of life.


Still a voice of wisdom cries to those who will be stirred,
There is a call to listen to the voice of wisdom that resonates with your soul.


Sounding in the silence of dishonest weight and measure.
This voice is heard in moments of self-doubt and fear.


If you seek him you will find him.
God can be found by those who search for Him.




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