CeCe Winans - Rest In Me Lyrics
Lyrics
Though you worry, though you cry
Every need will be supplied
Trust in Me, with all thy own heart
I'm your Refuge, and your God
Rest in Me, rest in Me
I'm the rock of your salvation
Can't you see?
Rest in Me rest in Me
Perfect peace belongs to you
If you believe
Peace belongs to you
If you believe
Great and holy is my Name (Jesus)
Righteousness I proclaim
Cast your burdens and your fears
You'll find safety in My wings
Rest in Me, rest in Me
I'm the rock of your salvation
Can't you see?
Rest in Me rest in Me
Perfect peace belongs to you
If you believe
Peace belongs to you
If you believe
Rest in Me, rest in Me
I'm the rock of your salvation
Can't you see?
Rest in Me, rest in Me
Perfect peace belongs to you
If you, if you believe
Perfect peace belongs to you
If you rest in Me
Perfect peace belongs to you
If you rest in Me
Perfect peace belongs to you
If you rest in Me
Perfect peace belongs to you
If you rest in Me
Perfect peace belongs to you
If you rest in Me...
Video
Rest In Me
Meaning & Inspiration
"Rest In Me," released on January 27, 2015, by the incomparable CeCe Winans, stands as a profound testament to God's unwavering presence and the solace found in His embrace. This song doesn't merely offer musical respite; it’s an invitation, a divine whisper, to lay down our anxieties and find our deepest peace in the Creator. The core message resonates with the ancient promise found in Isaiah 26:3, "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you." Winans artfully translates this scriptural truth into a relatable plea for surrender, acknowledging the human tendency to worry and weep, and then immediately countering it with the assurance of divine provision. The lyrics powerfully declare, "Every need will be supplied," echoing Jesus' own words in Matthew 6:33, "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." The repeated affirmation, "I'm your Refuge, and your God," directly aligns with the imagery of God as our protector and stronghold, as described in Psalm 91:2: "I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’"
The central exhortation, "Rest in Me," is not a passive suggestion but an active command rooted in faith. It’s a call to move beyond our own limited strength and capabilities and to anchor ourselves in the unshakable foundation of salvation that God provides. The metaphor of God as "the rock of your salvation" is deeply biblical, appearing in numerous Psalms, such as Psalm 18:2, "The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold." Winans emphasizes that this profound peace is not an elusive dream but a tangible reality available to all who choose to believe. This echoes the promise in John 14:27, where Jesus says, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."
The lyrical content further elevates the divine nature of the speaker, identifying "Great and holy is my Name," which directly references God's holiness and supreme authority, a central theme throughout Scripture. The proclamation of "Righteousness I proclaim" speaks to God's perfect justice and His ability to set us right. The invitation to "Cast your burdens and your fears" finds a beautiful parallel in 1 Peter 5:7: "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." The song concludes with the profound assurance that "You'll find safety in My wings," a tender image reminiscent of God's protection over His people, as depicted in Psalm 91:4: "He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart." CeCe Winans has gifted us with a spiritual anthem that is both a comforting balm for the weary soul and a powerful reminder of the divine source of ultimate peace and security. The message is clear: in surrendering our worries and placing our complete trust in God, we unlock the door to a perfect and abiding peace that transcends all earthly circumstances.