Commissioned - Here I Am (More Than A Conqueror) Lyrics
Lyrics
Here I am
And I'm facing another life changing situation
Here I stand
And I know that I must learn from what I've just come through
Could it be the trying of my faith was allowed to educate me in patience
It's hard for me to accept the test or trial that comes to make me strong
But I know no matter what I go through I am not alone
He is there and promised that He'd never ever leave me
My constant help He'd always be
I can overcome all my problems
I can overcome all my fears
Because I know the Greater One's inside of me
It's causing me to know that He is always near
(He is always near)
Now that I've
Come to realize the power I have is in His love
I can tell
All the world it only comes when given from above
That He's made a way for us to live abundantly
Throughout the trials life can bring
I can overcome all my problems
I can overcome all my fears
Because I know the Greater One's inside of me
Causing me to know
He is always near
I'm more than a conqueror - because He loved me
I'm more than a - I'm more than a conqueror
Since He loved me - (Since He loved me)
Winter, spring, fall and summer
The word of God: I am an overcomer
I've got someone to lean on
I've come to the conclusion
That I can carry on
You never let me down before
Winter, spring, fall and summer
The word of God: I am an overcomer
I've got someone to lean on
I've come to the conclusion
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Here I Am (More Than a Conqueror)
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on June 6, 1989, as part of their seminal album *Ordinary Just Won't Do*, Commissioned’s "Here I Am (More Than A Conqueror)" stands as a powerful declaration of faith, resilience, and the unwavering presence of God amidst life's most challenging moments. The song immediately plunges into a deeply personal narrative of encountering a "life changing situation," a universal experience that resonates with anyone who has faced unexpected trials. It speaks to the often-difficult journey of introspection, acknowledging that hardships are not random but can serve as profound teachers, shaping us and cultivating virtues like patience. This sentiment echoes the wisdom found in James 1:2-4, which encourages believers to "consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." The initial struggle to accept these tests, common to human nature, is presented with honesty, setting the stage for the transformative realization that follows.
The core message of "Here I Am (More Than A Conqueror)" pivots from the initial struggle to a profound assurance found in divine companionship. The lyrics move beyond the personal burden to embrace the truth that "no matter what I go through I am not alone," anchoring this conviction in God's eternal promise never to leave or forsake His children. This powerful affirmation draws directly from foundational scriptural promises such as Hebrews 13:5 and Deuteronomy 31:6, which assure us of God's constant presence and support. Psalm 46:1 further solidifies this understanding, declaring God as "our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." This understanding transforms the weight of adversity into an opportunity for reliance, shifting the focus from individual frailty to divine might.
The song then erupts into an empowering declaration: "I can overcome all my problems / I can overcome all my fears / Because I know the Greater One's inside of me." This is the theological bedrock of the entire piece, articulating the victory that comes from an internal, spiritual strength. "The Greater One" is unequivocally the Holy Spirit, dwelling within believers, as illuminated in 1 John 4:4: "You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world." This indwelling power is the catalyst for overcoming, empowering believers to navigate any challenge with Christ's strength, a truth powerfully summarized in Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." The song suggests that this realization is a turning point, allowing one to perceive the world and its difficulties through a lens of divine love and provision.
The narrative deepens as the realization of power stemming from God's love blossoms into a desire to share this truth with the world. "Now that I've / Come to realize the power I have is in His love / I can tell / All the world it only comes when given from above." This communicates a transformative understanding—that genuine strength and the ability to live "abundantly throughout the trials life can bring" are gifts from God, not achievements of human effort. This aligns with Jesus' promise in John 10:10, "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." The abundance promised is not the absence of trials, but the capacity to thrive within them, sustained by divine grace.
The anthem reaches its powerful climax with the resonant declaration, "I'm more than a conqueror - because He loved me." This is a direct and impactful reference to Romans 8:37, a cornerstone verse that states, "No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." To be "more than a conqueror" signifies not just victory over an enemy or circumstance, but an overwhelming triumph that leaves no doubt, a victory secured by the profound, unconditional love of God. It implies a total and absolute victory, where even the trials themselves are woven into a tapestry of divine purpose, leading to growth and deeper faith. This is not simply surviving adversity but emerging from it stronger, wiser, and more intimately connected to the divine source of strength.
The concluding lines, embracing the cycle of "Winter, spring, fall and summer," underscore the timeless and constant nature of God's word and His presence. Through every season of life, the foundational truth remains: "I am an overcomer." This unwavering declaration points to God's steadfastness and faithfulness across all circumstances, providing a stable anchor in a fluctuating world. The confidence of having "someone to lean on" and the "conclusion that I can carry on" are born from a history of divine faithfulness, articulated in the personal reflection, "You never let me down before." This speaks to the experiential faith that strengthens conviction, recalling past deliverances as a guarantee for future support. Isaiah 41:10 beautifully encapsulates this unwavering support: "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." "Here I Am (More Than A Conqueror)" is not just a song; it is a profound journey of faith, a reminder that through every trial, God's presence, love, and power transform us into triumphant individuals, truly more than conquerors.