Abbie Simmons - Eyes Locked On The King Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
There's a place I retreat
Shake the dust off of my feet
The noise turns down, I hear You speak
It's a different kind of peace
It's a deep calling to deep
Pre-Chorus
Sit down across from You
Commune just like we do
Chorus
With my eyes locked on the King
It is well, my soul it sings
It's a simple kind of free
When I'm with You and You're with me
Verse 2
So let Your love come take the lead
I give up controlling things
When I'm with You, I can be weak
You're my source, my shield
The strength that carries me
Chorus
With my eyes locked on the King
It is well, my soul it sings
It's a simple kind of free
When I'm with You and You're with me
Post-Chorus
My Jesus, my Jesus
I can't get enough of
My Jesus, my Jesus
Bridge
I need You more and more everyday
I will be found right here, our secret place
And as time goes by, as seasons change
I will be found right here, in love so safe
I need You more and more everyday
I will be found right here, our secret place
And as time goes by, as seasons change
I will be found right here, in love so safe
Chorus
With my eyes locked on the King
It is well, my soul it sings
It's a simple kind of free
When I'm with You and You're with me
Post-Chorus
My Jesus (My Jesus, my, my Jesus)
My Jesus (My Jesus)
I can't get enough of (My, my Jesus)
My Jesus (My Jesus, my, my Jesus)
My Jesus (My Jesus, my, my Jesus)
Video
eyes locked on the king (lyric video) - abbie gamboa
Meaning & Inspiration
Abbie Simmons (formerly Gamboa) offered a contemplative invitation with the release of her song "Eyes Locked On The King," arriving as a lyric video on March 24, 2023. The title itself points towards a singular focus, a deliberate turning away from distraction and challenge to fix one's gaze upon the divine. This song isn't just a melody; it's a spiritual discipline set to music, a reminder of where true stability lies when the world feels unsteady or demanding of our attention. It speaks to the constant need within faith to re-center, to consciously choose God as the primary object of our focus, not just in moments of peace but especially when trials or the noise of daily life threaten to pull our attention elsewhere.
The heart of the song unpacks this theme of unwavering focus. It acknowledges the myriad of things that vie for our sight – worries, fears, ambitions, the immediate circumstances surrounding us. Yet, it calls for a redirection, a conscious decision to look past these temporary things and fasten our gaze onto "The King." This echoes the profound biblical instruction found in Hebrews 12:2, urging us to keep "looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith." It’s a powerful parallel, suggesting that maintaining our spiritual perspective is an active choice, a continuous act of faith. Similarly, Colossians 3:2 encourages setting our "minds on things above, not on earthly things," reinforcing the idea that our internal compass should be oriented towards God's kingdom and character, which is precisely what locking our eyes on the King implies.
Analyzing the message further, the song encourages a stance of trust and surrender that comes from this focused perspective. When our eyes are fixed on the King, the problems we face don't necessarily disappear, but their perceived size and power diminish in comparison to His sovereignty and faithfulness. This is the peace described in Isaiah 26:3: "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you." The steadfast mind is one that has its eyes locked, its focus unwavering, resting not on the shifting sands of circumstances but on the unchanging nature of God. Psalm 16:8 declares, "I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken." This ancient truth resonates deeply within the song's message – that positioning God as our constant priority and perspective is the key to enduring stability and unshakable faith.
Ultimately, "Eyes Locked On The King" serves as an anthem for intentional faith. It’s a call to remember that the battle for our attention is constant, but the source of our strength, peace, and hope is singular. By encouraging this focused gaze, the song acts as a spiritual anchor, drawing the soul back to the one who is truly sovereign and worthy of all our attention. It’s an inspiring reminder that maintaining perspective, fixing our sight on Jesus, is not just a passive state but an active discipline that transforms how we navigate every aspect of life, enabling us to walk through the world grounded in the certainty of His presence and character, much like Peter was able to walk on water only while his eyes remained fixed on the Master (Matthew 14:28-31).