Chris Tomlin - All in All Lyrics
Lyrics
Worthy that is what You are
Worthy King over my heart
There is none like You
There’s no one else
Mercy that is what I need
Mercy with every breath I breathe
Where would I be now all by myself
You are the water for my soul
You are the hands that won’t let go
You are the calm within my storm
You are the love that will endure
You are the victor in the fight
Over the darkness You’re the light
You are the hope I’m hanging on
You are my everlasting song
You are my all in all
Holy, heaven and earth cry
Holy, Lord over my life
Where would I be now without Your love
Where would I be now without Your love
Oh Jesus, my all in all
You are my living water
Your love is always strong
You are my hope, my all in all
You are my all in all
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Meaning & Inspiration
Chris Tomlin's "All in All," released as part of his 2022 album *Always*, stands as a profound declaration of faith, a sonic embodiment of complete reliance and adoration directed towards God. The song bypasses the preamble of instrumental intros, diving immediately into a direct address of God's inherent worthiness, proclaiming Him "Worthy King over my heart." This opening salvo sets the stage for a lyrical journey that explores the essential nature of God in the life of a believer, moving beyond mere acknowledgment to a deep understanding of His pervasive presence and provision. The central message of "All in All" is the multifaceted sufficiency of God, recognizing Him not just as a divine figure, but as the very sustenance and security for the soul.
The lyrical content draws heavily on biblical truths that underscore God's indispensable role. The plea for "Mercy that is what I need" resonates with passages like Lamentations 3:22-23, which speak of God's unfailing mercies being new every morning. The subsequent question, "Where would I be now all by myself," echoes the realization found in Genesis 2:18, where it was not good for man to be alone, pointing to God's design for relationship and His active involvement in rescuing us from solitude and despair. The extended metaphor that follows, "You are the water for my soul," directly calls to mind Jesus' declaration in John 4:14: "Whoever drinks from the water I give him will never be thirsty again. But the water I give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life." This imagery speaks of spiritual refreshment and unending satisfaction found only in Christ. The assertion that God is "the hands that won’t let go" evokes the promises of divine protection and steadfastness, akin to Isaiah 41:10, which reassures, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." This provides a comforting assurance of God's unwavering grip on His people, even amidst turmoil.
Further enriching the song's theological depth, the lines "You are the calm within my storm" speak to the peace that transcends circumstances, as promised by Jesus in John 16:33: "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." This highlights God's power to bring stillness amidst life's tempests. The declaration that He is "the victor in the fight" and "Over the darkness You’re the light" directly references Christ's triumph over sin and death, and His role as the spiritual illumination for humanity, echoing John 1:5: "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." Moreover, "You are the hope I’m hanging on" aligns perfectly with Hebrews 6:19, which describes hope as "an anchor for the soul, firm and secure." The song culminates by reiterating His supreme position as "my everlasting song" and ultimately, "my all in all," a phrase that encapsulates the entirety of devotion and reliance, mirroring the Great Commandment to love God with all one's heart, soul, mind, and strength, as found in Matthew 22:37. The repetition of "Oh Jesus, my all in all" solidifies the Christ-centered nature of this worship, presenting Him as the singular source of life, love, and ultimate fulfillment. "All in All" is a powerful testament to the totality of God's being and His absolute necessity in every facet of human existence, offering a robust and inspiring reflection on the core tenets of Christian faith.