Lyrics
Verse 1
Humble I come, astounded You know my name
My song and my strength, Jesus my hiding place
O my soul will sing
Christ alive in me
Chorus
This is my heart's cry
To be a reflection of You
I want to be holy, like You are holy
Lord make me more like You
Verse 2
Ancient of days, You are enthroned in praise
Matchless in strength perfect in all Your ways
O my soul will sing
Chorus
This is my heart's cry
To be a reflection of You
I want to be holy, like You are holy
Lord make me more like You
O this is my heart's cry
To be a reflection of You
I want to be holy, like You are holy
Lord make me more like You
O Lord make me more like You
Bridge
For all my days, my soul sings holy
More than a song, my life sings holy
Holy, holy, You are holy
For all my days, my soul sings holy
More than a song, my life sings holy
Holy, holy, You are holy
Chorus
O this is my heart's cry
To be a reflection of You
I want to be holy, like You are holy
Lord make me more like You
Lord make me more like You
O Lord make me more like You
I want to be more like You
Outro
I want to be, more like You
More like You, more like You...
Instrumentals
Video
Meaning & Inspiration
“Heart’s Cry” centers on a desire for holiness that reaches beyond sung devotion into a life that reflects Christ. The opening acknowledges Jesus as strength and refuge, then turns that confession into a prayer for transformation. Its repeated request to become more like him gives the song a clear focus: worship is joined to character, humility, and daily obedience.
The bridge develops that theme by contrasting a song with an entire life that declares God holy. This language closely echoes the biblical call to holiness and the hope of being conformed to the likeness of Christ. The repetition of “holy” functions as adoration, while the chorus remains a personal petition rather than a claim of spiritual achievement. Together, those elements present sanctification as dependence on Jesus, with praise expressed through both the soul’s song and the pattern of a faithful life.
Related Scripture
- Hebrews 12:14 The verse calls believers to pursue holiness, matching the song’s central prayer.
- Romans 8:29 Paul describes believers being conformed to the image of God’s Son.