Closed Doors
everybodyduck Lyrics
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Each step that I take just prepares for a fall
Well I don't know exactly why these doors always close
I just can't see the blueprint that only You know
But I'm keeping my eyes on the road that You've paved
I know You'll carry me through the wind and the rain
God, I'm stepping out from the ranks of Your men
Though I can't see the puzzle, only my piece
When You close the door I know You'll open a window
Well, I wish I could say I understand all You've done
All the detours You've placed in this race that I run
Although sometimes the pathways aren't those I would choose
It I went my own way there's no doubt I would lose
So I give You my life though I don't see Your plan
And when I lose my way, Lord, take me by the hand
God, I'm stepping out from the ranks of Your men
Asking where You will lead me despite where I've been
Though I can't see the puzzle, only my piece
When You close the door I know You'll open a window
In "Closed Doors", everybodyduck expresses a feeling of uncertainty about the paths that they've chosen and their future. The lyrics suggest that despite their efforts, they are not able to find a way out of the problems they face. The line "Each step that I take just prepares for a fall" highlights this sense of hopelessness. However, they acknowledge that there is a plan, a blueprint that they cannot see and only God knows. Therefore, they surrender themselves to Him, keeping their eyes on the road that He has paved, trusting that He will carry them through the wind and the rain.
The chorus also reflects this reliance on God's guidance. everybodyduck acknowledges that they cannot see the puzzle of their life, but they trust that God has a place for them. The line "When You close the door, I know You'll open a window" suggests that even if a certain path ends in failure, there will be another opportunity waiting for them. Overall, the song speaks to the struggle of faith in uncertain situations and the importance of relying on God's guidance.
Line by Line Meaning
These paths that I've chosen all end in a wall
Every direction I thought I should go and every decision I made leads to a dead end.
Each step that I take just prepares for a fall
I am always wary of the next move I make because it might lead to another downfall.
Well I don't know exactly why these doors always close
I am uncertain as to why opportunities always slip out of my grasp.
I just can't see the blueprint that only You know
I am incapable of seeing the bigger picture that only God knows.
But I'm keeping my eyes on the road that You've paved
Though I am unsure, I am holding on to the path that God has set for me.
I know You'll carry me through the wind and the rain
Despite the challenges and hardships, I have faith that God will guide me through it all.
God, I'm stepping out from the ranks of Your men
I am asking for God's guidance as I take a different path from what others may have taken.
Asking where You will lead me despite where I've been
Despite my past mistakes and wrong turns, I am asking God to lead me towards a better path.
Though I can't see the puzzle, only my piece
Although I am unaware of God's grander plan, I know that I play a part in His puzzle.
When You close the door I know You'll open a window
When one opportunity passes, I have faith that God will present me with a new one.
Well, I wish I could say I understand all You've done
I know that I may not fully comprehend why God made certain decisions.
All the detours You've placed in this race that I run
I recognize the obstacles that God puts in my path and the redirections He makes for my benefit.
Although sometimes the pathways aren't those I would choose
There may be times when I don't agree with the path God has set for me.
It I went my own way there's no doubt I would lose
If I were to go against God's plan, I know that it would ultimately lead to a negative outcome.
So I give You my life though I don't see Your plan
Even without full understanding, I turn my life over to God and trust in His plan.
And when I lose my way, Lord, take me by the hand
When I feel lost, I ask for God's guidance and support.
Contributed by Levi R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.