Darlene Zschech - You Are Love Lyrics
Lyrics
You are love
Here in this place of worship
You draw me close again
All of my weakness is laid here
You cover them all in Your strength
Here in Your holy presence
My heart draws close to You
This altar is built out of broken
And You come and breathe it all new
Chorus 1:
You are love, love unfailing,
Love divine
You are love, love that mends
A heart like mine
Here in this timeless moment
Angels are singing Your name
For Your love endures forever
You're always and ever the same
(CHORUS 1 & 2)
Chorus 2:
You are love, lifted high for all to see
You are love, the heavens sing of
Your glory... You are love
Bridge:
Love that is healing, love that is trusting
A love that demands my heart & soul
A love that awakens, my purpose & being
Your love
(CHORUS 1 & 2)
Video
You Are Love
Meaning & Inspiration
Darlene Zschech’s "You Are Love," released on February 28, 2018, offers a profound and intimate journey into the very nature of God, presenting His character not merely as loving, but as the embodiment of love itself. This worship anthem unfolds as a personal declaration, inviting us into a sacred space where the divine and human meet, fostering a deep reflection on God's unwavering faithfulness and transformative power. The song captures the essence of true worship, emphasizing vulnerability, surrender, and the refreshing newness found only in His presence.
The opening lines immediately establish an atmosphere of profound encounter, describing a "place of worship" where the Divine draws us near, allowing us to lay bare our weaknesses. This resonates deeply with James 4:8, which encourages us to "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you." It's a beautiful picture of confession and assurance, reminding us that our frailties are not barriers but invitations for God's power to perfect them. As 2 Corinthians 12:9 proclaims, "My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness." In His holy presence, our hearts are moved to draw even closer, finding an "altar built out of broken" parts of ourselves. This vivid imagery speaks to the truth of Psalm 34:18, that "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit," and promises that God breathes new life into what we consider beyond repair, echoing the new creation spoken of in 2 Corinthians 5:17.
The chorus serves as the song's anchor, a powerful declaration that "You are love, love unfailing, love divine." This affirmation directly mirrors 1 John 4:8, stating unequivocally that "God is love." His love is described as "unfailing," a steadfast truth repeated throughout Scripture, notably in Psalm 136's refrain, "His love endures forever." It’s this divine, unwavering love that possesses the singular ability to mend a heart like ours, aligning with Psalm 147:3, "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." This message is incredibly encouraging, offering hope and restoration to anyone carrying hurt or pain.
Moving into a "timeless moment," the song broadens its scope, imagining angels singing God's name, a heavenly chorus described in Revelation 5:11-12. This speaks to the eternal nature of worship and the enduring reality of God's love, which "endures forever." The powerful declaration, "You're always and ever the same," is a cornerstone of faith, echoing Hebrews 13:8, "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever," and Malachi 3:6, "I the Lord do not change." This unchanging nature of God provides immense security and peace, knowing that His character and promises are immutable. The second chorus further exalts this divine attribute, proclaiming that "You are love, lifted high for all to see," a sentiment that brings to mind John 12:32, where Christ speaks of being "lifted up from the earth" to draw all people to Himself. This exultation is universal, as "the heavens sing of Your glory," beautifully referenced in Psalm 19:1: "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands."
The bridge unpacks the multifaceted impact of this divine love, describing it as "healing" and "trusting." God's love actively heals our deepest wounds, as promised in Isaiah 53:5. It is also a love that inspires and demands our complete devotion, calling for a surrendered heart and soul, reflecting the greatest commandment to "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind" (Matthew 22:37). Crucially, this love "awakens my purpose and being," revealing our true identity and calling within His grand design. Ephesians 2:10 reminds us, "For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." Darlene Zschech masterfully guides us through a theological reflection, reminding us that God's love is not passive, but an active, transformative force that meets us in our brokenness, restores our hearts, and ultimately defines our very existence. "You Are Love" is more than a song; it's a worship experience, inviting us to deeply encounter and embrace the God who is, in His very essence, love unending.