Brian Courtney Wilson - Increase My Faith Lyrics
Lyrics
To be honest
Sometimes I wonder
If it's come time
To pack it in
If I've given my best
And there's nothing left
So my best days
Are at an end
Then I remember that You would never
Let me face what's next alone
I know that You're keeping me
Strength when I'm weak
And expect me to carry on
I know that the Lord
Is preparing me
For great things
I have yet to see
But on days when it's hard
To believe
Increase my faith
Yeah I wanna live
Right now, life abundantly
Claim every blessing You have for me (every blessing)
But sometimes it feels
Like I'm too weighed down
Running to fly
But stumbling to the ground
Yeah
Then I remember that You would never
Ever leave Your child behind, oh no
You're with me right where I should be
And the reasons are revealed in time
I know that the Lord
Is preparing me
For great things
I have yet to see
But on days when it's hard
To believe
Increase my faith
I will sing that one more time
The Lord
Is preparing me
For great things
I have yet to see
But on days when it's hard
To believe
Increase my faith
Build my hope for tomorrow
Help me conquer the sorrow
That creeps in when I'm anxious
And lose my way
Fill my cup
With all I need
To keep moving, making sure
That You are pleased, yeah, oh
I know that the Lord
Is preparing me
For great things
I have yet to see
But on days when it's hard
To believe
Increase my faith
Oh help sing it one more time
The Lord
Is preparing me
For great things
I have yet to see
But on days when it's hard
To believe
Increase my faith
Ooh, when I feel rejected
Increase my faith
Overlooked and neglected
Increase my faith
When my bills are due
Increase my faith
And my friends feel few
Increase my faith
Bring to my recollection
Increase my faith
Every word that You've spoken
Increase my faith
Telling me You're my helper
Increase my faith
And You always come through
Increase my faith
Always
Video
Brian Courtney Wilson - Increase My Faith (Sirius XM Performance)
Meaning & Inspiration
Brian Courtney Wilson's "Increase My Faith," released on May 4, 2018, is a powerful testament to the human struggle with doubt and the unwavering reliance on divine strength. The song emerges from a place of vulnerability, directly addressing the weariness that can creep in when one questions their own capacity and feels their best days might be behind them. This opening sentiment is not a complaint but a raw, honest admission of fatigue, a feeling many can relate to when facing persistent challenges. The core of the song's message, however, lies in Wilson's immediate pivot from self-doubt to a profound trust in God’s promises. He asserts that despite personal feelings of inadequacy, God’s presence is constant and His power is available when one is weak, enabling perseverance. This echoes the Apostle Paul's declaration in 2 Corinthians 12:9: "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." The song emphasizes that God is actively preparing believers for future blessings and purposes, even when those plans are not yet visible or fully understood. This anticipation of "great things yet to see" is a common theme in Scripture, reminding us of God's faithfulness as seen in passages like Jeremiah 29:11, which speaks of God's plans to prosper and give hope and a future.
As the song progresses, Wilson articulates the desire to live a full, abundant life, claiming the blessings intended for believers, yet he acknowledges the weight of circumstances that can hinder this pursuit. The metaphor of "running to fly, but stumbling to the ground" perfectly captures the frustration of striving for spiritual victory while being held back by earthly burdens. He counters this by remembering that God will never abandon His children, reinforcing the truth of God’s unwavering commitment, as promised in Hebrews 13:5: "I will never leave you nor forsake you." This divine companionship transforms the perspective, revealing that current struggles often have a purpose revealed in God's timing. The repeated affirmation, "The Lord is preparing me for great things I have yet to see," becomes an anchor against despair, anchoring the listener in the belief that present difficulties are part of a larger, divinely orchestrated plan.
The latter half of the song shifts into a more direct plea and a declaration of faith, building on the initial reflections. The bridge becomes a prayer for specific spiritual needs: building hope, conquering sorrow and anxiety, and receiving all that is necessary to continue moving forward in a manner pleasing to God. This is a prayer deeply rooted in the teachings of Jesus, who encouraged believers to ask for daily bread (Matthew 6:11) and assured them that their Heavenly Father knows what they need (Matthew 6:8). The song culminates in a powerful series of declarations where Wilson specifically calls out situations that test faith – rejection, feeling overlooked, financial pressure, loneliness – and with each challenge, he cries out, "Increase my faith." This is a direct appeal to the Lord for divine intervention, for the strengthening of belief in the face of adversity. He specifically asks for remembrance of God's spoken word and His role as a helper who "always comes through." This resonates with the Psalmist's cry in Psalm 46:1: "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." "Increase My Faith" is not merely a song; it is an anthem for the weary, a reminder that our faith is not measured by its absence of doubt, but by our persistent turning to God, even when that faith feels small. It encourages a posture of humility and dependence, trusting that the One who calls us is faithful and will equip us for the journey ahead.