He knows my name
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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
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
The song He Knows My Name is a powerful declaration of the personal relationship between the singer and God. The opening lines, "I have a maker, He formed my heart / Before even time began, my life was in His hands" emphasize the singer's belief in a divine creator who has complete sovereignty over their life. The repetition of "He knows my name" throughout the song emphasizes the intimacy of this relationship and the depth of God's personal knowledge of the singer. The line "He sees each tear that falls" invokes a sense of comfort and reassurance that God is present and attentive, even in times of distress. The song's message of God's personal care and attention towards the individual is one that resonates strongly with many listeners and has contributed to its popularity.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was written by Tommy Walker, a prolific contemporary Christian songwriter who has written many popular worship songs. He wrote the song in the early 2000s and it has since been sung by numerous Christian churches and artists. The song has also been translated into multiple languages, including Spanish and Portuguese. Another interesting fact is that the song has been covered by several secular artists, including country singer Blake Shelton and pop group The Jonas Brothers, demonstrating its widespread appeal beyond Christian audiences.
The song has been used in several contexts beyond church worship services, including as a source of comfort for individuals going through difficult times, as a reminder of God's presence and care. It has also been used in Christian youth groups as a way to emphasize the importance of personal relationships with God over religious rituals or dogma.
Chords (key of G):
Verse: G - C - G - D
Chorus: G - C - G - D
Line by Line Meaning
I have a maker
I was created by someone, it is not an accident.
He formed my heart
He created me with love, compassion, and purpose.
Before even time began
He knew me before I existed, and had a plan for me.
My life was in his hands
He is in control of my life, and will guide me in the right direction.
He knows my name
He pays attention to me as an individual, and cares for me personally.
He knows my every thought
He understands the complexities of my mind, and knows me inside and out.
He sees each tear that falls
He is aware of my pain, and sympathizes with me in times of sadness.
And hears me when I call
He is always listening, and will respond to me when I reach out to Him.
I have a Father
He is a parental figure who loves and cares for me.
He calls me his own
I am not just a creation, I am His child and He claims ownership over me.
He'll never leave me
He will always be with me, no matter what is going on in my life.
No matter where I go
I can never escape His presence and care, no matter where I am.
He hears me when I call
He listens to me, and will respond when I call out for Him.
Contributed by Ethan D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.