Darlene Zschech - Cry of the Broken Lyrics
Lyrics
Lord I come
Lord I thank You
For Your Love
For Your grace divine
Love and mercy undeserving
You gave it all, the greatest sacrifice
You were wounded for my sin
And You were bruised for all my shame
You were broken for my healing
Only by the cross I am saved
You're the mender of the broken
To every outcast
A friend and comforter
We are desperate for Your presence
We are helpless here without You God
I come boldly to Your presence
Lord I bow before Your throne
You're my Healer, my Redeemer
You're my hope, my life, my all
You hear the cry of the broken
You hear the cry of the broken
You hear the cry of the broken
You hear the cry of the broken
You hear the cry of the broken
You hear the cry of the broken
You hear the cry of the broken
You hear the cry of the broken
You hear the cry of the broken
You answer the cry of the broken
You answer the cry of the broken
You answer the cry of the broken
Video
Darlene Zschech - Your Name / Cry Of The Broken | Official Live Video
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on March 26, 2013, as part of the live video "Your Name / Cry Of The Broken," Darlene Zschech's "Cry of the Broken" stands as a powerful declaration of God's character and His unwavering compassion for suffering humanity. This song isn't merely a collection of verses; it's a profound theological journey, guiding the worshipper from personal brokenness into the vastness of divine grace and restoration. It serves as an anthem for anyone who has felt the weight of their own fragility and dared to look to heaven for solace, articulating the deepest needs of the human spirit through a lens of biblical truth.
The song begins with a posture of humility and gratitude, "Lord I come, Lord I thank You, For Your Love, For Your grace divine." This opening immediately sets a tone of worship, acknowledging the source of all goodness. It quickly transitions into the heart of Christian faith: the sacrifice of Jesus. "Love and mercy undeserving, You gave it all, the greatest sacrifice. You were wounded for my sin, And You were bruised for all my shame, You were broken for my healing, Only by the cross I am saved." These lines are a direct echo of Isaiah 53:5, which prophesies, "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed." The profound truth here is that salvation, healing, and freedom from shame are not earned but freely given through Christ's complete and ultimate act of love on the cross. It reminds us that our brokenness is met not with judgment, but with an unparalleled act of redemption.
Moving beyond the initial act of salvation, the song beautifully paints God as an active, present Mender. "You're the mender of the broken, To every outcast, A friend and comforter." This imagery resonates deeply with numerous biblical passages that portray God's tender care for the downtrodden. Psalm 147:3 declares, "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds," while Jesus Himself stated in Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." This segment highlights God's personal engagement with pain, not just observing it from a distance, but actively intervening as a compassionate friend and source of comfort, especially for those marginalized or forgotten by the world.
The human condition is then laid bare with stark honesty: "We are desperate for Your presence, We are helpless here without You God." This admission of utter dependence reflects the truth spoken by Jesus in John 15:5, "Apart from me you can do nothing." It acknowledges that our strength and wisdom are insufficient, underscoring our innate need for divine guidance and sustaining power. Yet, this desperation is not left to despair. Instead, it leads to confident access: "I come boldly to Your presence, Lord I bow before Your throne." This posture of both boldness and reverence perfectly mirrors Hebrews 4:16, which encourages us to "approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." It’s a testament to the new covenant, where fear is replaced by a trusting, respectful approach to the Almighty.
The song then culminates in a powerful declaration of God's multifaceted identity in our lives: "You're my Healer, my Redeemer, You're my hope, my life, my all." Each of these titles carries immense biblical weight. He is the Healer, as promised in Exodus 15:26 ("I am the Lord who heals you"). He is the Redeemer, who frees us from bondage (Job 19:25). He is our hope, a steady anchor in turbulent times (Psalm 42:11), and indeed, our very life and everything we need (Colossians 3:4). The repetitive refrain that follows, "You hear the cry of the broken, You answer the cry of the broken," is the song's central, unwavering message. It's a truth repeated nine times, driving home the certainty and immediacy of God's attentiveness. Psalm 34:18 assures us, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." God doesn't just acknowledge our pain; He draws near to it. The shift from "You hear" to "You answer" signifies His active response, moving beyond mere empathy to tangible intervention, comfort, and restoration. This song inspires unwavering trust that no plea of a suffering soul goes unnoticed or unanswered by the God who binds up wounds and restores hope.