Dan Bremnes - I Am Sure Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
Every choice I make I second guess
A thousand questions ringin' in my head
I look down every road
There's so much that's still unkown to me
Chorus
But I am sure of this
That Your faithfulness
Never ends, never fades
It's the brightest star in the deepest dark
I'll place my hope
In the truth I know
No matter what this life may bring
Your love will not let go
I am sure
I am sure
Verse 2
You're steady when I'm certain to arise
Stronger when I'm pressed from every side
But Your love will hold me fast
Whatever comes to pass
I am safe, I am safe
Chorus
And I am sure of this
That Your faithfulness
Never ends, never fades
It's the brightest star in the deepest dark
I'll place my hope
In the truth I know
No matter what this life may bring
Your love will not let go
I am sure
I am sure
Bridge
Strong in my weakness
My shelter, my fortress
My trust is in You
Yea, I'm trusting in You
(2x)
I am sure
Chorus
I am sure of this
That Your faithfulness
Never ends, never fades
Its the brightest star in the deepest dark
I'll place my hope
In the truth I know
No matter what this life may bring
Your love will not let go
I am sure
I am sure
I am sure
Yeah I'm sure
Video
I Am Sure
Meaning & Inspiration
Dan Bremnes' "I Am Sure," released on June 9, 2015, as a powerful track from his album *Where the Light Is*, offers a deeply resonant anthem of faith and certainty in an often-unpredictable world. This song doesn't just present a melody; it delivers a profound spiritual anchor, speaking directly to the universal human experience of doubt and the profound solace found in divine steadfastness. It acts as a lyrical and theological compass, guiding souls back to the unwavering truth of God’s character amidst personal and global uncertainties.
The opening verse immediately captures the listener's internal monologue, articulating the common struggle with indecision and the vastness of the unknown: "Every choice I make I second guess / A thousand questions ringing in my head." This raw honesty sets the stage for the powerful counter-declaration of the chorus. Here, Bremnes introduces the core message: "But I am sure of this / That Your faithfulness / Never ends, never fades." This isn't a mere sentiment; it’s a confident declaration rooted in biblical truth. God’s faithfulness is indeed a perpetual reality, a promise reiterated throughout Scripture, such as in Lamentations 3:22-23, which proclaims His mercies are new every morning, and in Hebrews 13:8, reminding us that Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. The beautiful imagery of God’s faithfulness as "the brightest star in the deepest dark" evokes Psalm 119:105, where God's word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path, illuminating the way when shadows gather. This foundational assurance becomes the bedrock upon which all hope is placed, transcending transient circumstances.
As the song progresses into the second verse, it delves into the experience of facing life's pressures and finding strength beyond one's own capabilities. Bremnes sings, "You're steady when I'm certain to arise / Stronger when I'm pressed from every side," directly acknowledging human weakness and the overwhelming nature of adversity. Yet, this vulnerability is met with a divine promise: "Your love will hold me fast / Whatever comes to pass / I am safe, I am safe." This echoes the powerful truth found in 2 Corinthians 12:9, where God tells Paul, "My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness." It also brings to mind Isaiah 41:10, a comforting reminder not to fear, for God is with us, strengthening and upholding us with His righteous right hand. The assurance of being "safe" is not a naive optimism, but a deep trust in God's protective and sustaining love, a love that Romans 8:38-39 assures us cannot be separated from us by anything in creation.
The bridge further amplifies this theme of absolute reliance, shifting from a recognition of divine attributes to a personal declaration of trust: "Strong in my weakness / My shelter, my fortress / My trust is in You." This is a direct echo of numerous Psalms, like Psalm 18:2, which extols the Lord as "my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer." It’s a deliberate act of placing one's entire being into God’s care, understanding that true strength is found not in self-sufficiency, but in surrender to a higher power. This conscious act of trusting aligns with Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages us to "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight." "I Am Sure" ultimately culminates in a resounding affirmation of this unwavering hope, reminding everyone that no matter the uncertainties life presents, God’s enduring love and faithfulness are constants that will never let go. It serves as a potent reminder for anyone navigating an ever-shifting world that there remains a steadfast truth, a divine anchor for the soul.