B.J. Thomas - More Of You Lyrics
Lyrics
More Of You
Lord that's the way it's got to be
More Of You
Till there's no room left in me
All those wasted hours and minutes
They're yours now
From the start to finish
I need more of you
In me
More of you
Fill me with nothing less
More of you
Give me your love
And the world can have the rest
I could never get enough
Of your grace, your peace
Your warmth and your love
Give me more of you
Dear Lord
There was a time in my life
When I thought I had it all
But all I really had
Was an achin' empty soul
And I need more of you
Dear Savior
More, more of you
More of you
Precious Jesus
Give me your love
And the world can have the rest
I know I'll never get quite enough
Of your grace
Your peace, your warmth and your love
I need more of you
I need more of you
I need more of you in me
Video
B.J. Thomas - More of You (1980)
Meaning & Inspiration
B.J. Thomas's "More Of You," originally released in 1980 and later made widely accessible with its digital re-release on January 3, 2012, stands as a profoundly moving declaration of spiritual devotion. This song is not merely a musical piece; it is a fervent prayer, a testament to a life transformed, and an earnest appeal for the overwhelming presence of God. The story it tells is one of common human experience—the search for fulfillment in all the wrong places, only to discover true purpose and joy in the divine. It chronicles a journey from worldly emptiness to a boundless hunger for spiritual connection, a message that continues to resonate deeply within the hearts of those seeking a deeper walk with their Creator.
The core meaning of "More Of You" centers on a radical surrender, a wholehearted invitation for God to occupy every corner of one's being. The opening lines, "Lord that's the way it's got to be / More Of You / Till there's no room left in me," articulate a desire for complete spiritual saturation, echoing Paul's aspiration in Galatians 2:20, "I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me." This isn't a request for a portion of God, but for an engulfing presence, a divine filling that leaves no space for self or worldly distractions. The subsequent admission, "All those wasted hours and minutes / They're yours now / From the start to finish," signifies a complete consecration of time and existence to God's purpose, a living sacrifice reminiscent of Romans 12:1, which calls us to "offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God." It's a recognition that every moment, past and future, rightfully belongs to the Almighty, shifting the paradigm from self-ownership to divine stewardship.
As the song progresses, the plea for "More of You" intensifies, becoming an urgent cry to be filled with nothing less than God's essence. The powerful declaration, "Give me your love / And the world can have the rest," encapsulates the spiritual reorientation at the heart of the message. This mirrors Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6:33 to "seek first his kingdom and his righteousness," emphasizing that when God's love is paramount, all other earthly concerns fade in comparison. It is a profound rejection of the temporary allure of the world in favor of eternal affection, aligning with the counsel in Colossians 3:2 to "set your minds on things above, not on earthly things." The singer expresses an insatiable longing for God's attributes, stating, "I could never get enough / Of your grace, your peace / Your warmth and your love." This hunger for divine grace finds its scriptural grounding in Ephesians 2:8-9, where grace is presented as the unmerited favor through which we are saved. The desire for God's peace reflects Philippians 4:7, which promises "the peace of God, which transcends all understanding," guarding hearts and minds. And the yearning for God's warmth and love speaks to the very nature of God Himself, as proclaimed in 1 John 4:8, that "God is love." These are not fleeting emotions but foundational pillars of a life lived in Christ.
The narrative takes a reflective turn, revealing the impetus behind this desperate spiritual yearning. The confession, "There was a time in my life / When I thought I had it all / But all I really had / Was an achin' empty soul," is a universally relatable experience. It speaks to the futility of seeking ultimate satisfaction in worldly achievements, possessions, or status, a theme explored in the book of Ecclesiastes, where Solomon concludes that all is "meaningless." This recognition of an "empty soul" despite outward appearances highlights the fundamental human need for spiritual connection, which only God can truly fill. This aligns with Jesus' words in John 4:13-14 about the living water, promising that "whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst." The song culminates in an urgent, repetitive plea, identifying the divine source of this fulfillment: "Dear Savior," "Precious Jesus." The repeated insistence, "I need more of you," particularly "in me," is not just a prayer but a continuous aspiration, a commitment to allow Christ to dwell fully within, nurturing the soul with His inexhaustible grace, peace, warmth, and love, forever transforming an empty vessel into a sanctuary of His presence.