Cory Asbury + Ann Asbury - Where I Belong Lyrics
Lyrics
Your presence is all I'm longing for
Here in the secret place
Your nearness is all I'm waiting for
Here in the quiet place
Here in the secret place
My soul waits for you alone
Just like the watchmen wait for dawn
And here I've finally found the place
Where we'll meet, Lord, face to face
I've finally found where I belong
I've finally found where I belong, in your presence
I've finally found where I belong, Lord
To be with you, to be with you
I am my Beloved's and He is mine
So come into your garden and take delight in me
Take delight in me
I am my Beloved's and He is mine
So come into your garden and take delight in me, Lord
Take delight in me
Delight in me, delight in me
Delight in me, delight in me
Here in Your presence, God, I find my rest
Here in Your presence, God
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Where I Belong - Cory Asbury & Anna Asbury (acoustic)
Meaning & Inspiration
"Where I Belong," a tender acoustic offering from Cory Asbury and Anna Asbury, released on May 25, 2020, delves deep into the profound human yearning for divine connection. The song is a clear articulation of finding ultimate solace and identity not in earthly achievements or relationships, but in the tangible, ever-present reality of God’s presence. The lyrical landscape, sparse yet evocative, paints a picture of a sanctuary, a "secret place" and a "quiet place," where the soul finds its true home. This imagery resonates powerfully with scriptural concepts of seeking God in stillness, echoing verses like Psalm 46:10, "Be still, and know that I am God," and the wisdom found in Proverbs 8:17 which speaks of loving those who love God and finding Him when they earnestly seek Him. The central theme, "I've finally found where I belong," is a declaration of spiritual homecoming, a sentiment that echoes the Apostle Paul’s assertion in Ephesians 2:19 that believers are "no longer foreigners and aliens, but fellow citizens with God’s people and members of God’s household." The song’s narrative arc moves from a profound longing for God’s nearness to the joyous realization that this closeness is the very place of belonging. The poignant phrase, "My soul waits for you alone, just like the watchmen wait for dawn," draws a beautiful parallel to the deep anticipation of answered prayer and the dawning of divine revelation, reminiscent of Psalm 130:6, "My soul waits for the Lord more than the watchmen wait for the morning." The most striking and biblically rich declaration within the song is the repeated affirmation, "I am my Beloved's and He is mine." This phrase is a direct echo of the Song of Solomon, particularly chapter 2, verse 16, and chapter 6, verse 3, where the bride joyfully proclaims her belonging to her lover, symbolizing the intimate covenantal relationship between Christ and His church. The invitation for God to "come into your garden and take delight in me" is a profound expression of surrender and a humble offering of one's life as a pleasing sacrifice, aligning with the New Testament call in Romans 12:1 to present our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God. The song's concluding lines, "Here in Your presence, God, I find my rest," encapsulate the ultimate peace that transcends worldly anxieties, a peace that the Apostle Paul describes in Philippians 4:7 as the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard our hearts and our minds in Christ Jesus. "Where I Belong" is more than just a song; it's a devotional journey, an anthem for the weary soul, and a powerful testament to the truth that our deepest identity and purpose are found in the sacred space of communion with God.