Citipointe Worship - In This Love Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse:
Behold a love unlike one known is here
Behold the breath of God will pierce the world
Verse2:
Behold the king of mercy born to save
With open arms he took the cross my shame
Pre- Chorus:
Your spirit descending down on me
Im down surrendering all with in
Chorus:
I give up my life
God it's Your will not mine
In this love
With your one perfect Son
You gave up Your blood
For me
Bridge:
And I will live my life
For You Holy Holy
And I will live my life
In You for Your glory
Video
In This Love
Meaning & Inspiration
"In This Love" by Citipointe Worship, released on November 9, 2020, immediately draws listeners into a profound exploration of divine affection and human response. This powerful worship anthem distills the core tenets of Christian faith into an accessible yet deeply moving narrative, tracing God’s incomparable love from creation through redemption and into a life of surrendered devotion. The song serves as a compelling reminder of the singular love offered by the Creator, prompting a personal, transformative encounter with the divine.
The narrative of "In This Love" begins by proclaiming a love truly "unlike one known," a unique, unparalleled affection that sets the stage for understanding God's nature. This initial declaration positions the divine love as distinct from any human experience or comprehension, hinting at its boundless scope and sacrificial depth. The subsequent line, "Behold the breath of God will pierce the world," powerfully evokes the Holy Spirit's pervasive presence and life-giving power, reminiscent of God breathing life into Adam in Genesis 2:7, or the Spirit hovering over the waters in Genesis 1:2. It speaks to God's active, penetrating involvement in creation and in the hearts of humanity, much like the Spirit's work at Pentecost described in Acts 2, bringing conviction and new life. The second verse then pivots to the historical manifestation of this love in Jesus, "the king of mercy born to save," echoing the joyous proclamation of Luke 2:11 that a Savior is born. The imagery of Him taking "the cross my shame with open arms" is incredibly vivid, portraying Jesus' willing, unreserved acceptance of humanity's sin and suffering. This act of sacrificial love, where Christ died for us while we were still sinners (Romans 5:8), transforms shame into salvation, embodying the words of Isaiah 53:5 where by His wounds we are healed.
As the song progresses, it shifts from God's initiating love to the believer’s necessary and joyous response. The pre-chorus, with "Your spirit descending down on me," illuminates the Holy Spirit’s role in drawing individuals to surrender, a divine invitation that leads to profound personal transformation. This descent of the Spirit facilitates the heartfelt confession, "I’m down surrendering all within," a complete and humble submission to God's authority and grace, mirroring the call in Romans 12:1 to present our bodies as living sacrifices. The chorus then articulates this surrender with unwavering conviction: "I give up my life, God it's Your will not mine." This echoes Jesus’ own prayer in Gethsemane, "not my will, but yours be done" (Luke 22:42), setting the ultimate example of submission to the Father. The chorus powerfully reiterates the immense cost of this divine love: "With your one perfect Son, You gave up Your blood for me." This concise phrase encapsulates the entirety of the Gospel, emphasizing the precious, unblemished sacrifice of Jesus, whose blood cleanses us from all sin (1 Peter 1:18-19, Hebrews 9:14), making redemption personal and profound for each individual.
The bridge serves as a declaration of life lived in response to such an extraordinary love. "And I will live my life for You Holy Holy" acknowledges God’s supreme holiness and worthiness of all praise, a direct parallel to the heavenly worship described in Revelation 4:8. The subsequent commitment, "And I will live my life in You for Your glory," encapsulates the ultimate purpose of a redeemed existence. It's not merely living *for* God in service, but living *in* Him, experiencing His presence as the source of all life and purpose, with every action and breath ultimately aimed at His exaltation. This resonates deeply with Scripture's call in 1 Corinthians 10:31 to do everything for the glory of God, and Colossians 3:17 to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus. "In This Love" masterfully weaves together the grandeur of God's redemptive plan with the intimate, personal call to discipleship, encouraging a deeply reflective and surrendered approach to faith that finds its ultimate expression in living for Christ's glory. It is an inspiring composition that guides the heart from acknowledging divine truth to actively participating in its transformative power.