Don Moen - Grace Is Enough Lyrics
Lyrics
I can boast to many works
Done out of insecurity
And credit many conversations
To my immaturity
And while I'm misunderstood
You are understanding me
And showing me
How grace is enough
For everything that I've done right
Seems like a thousand I've done wrong
And I keep on losing count
Of all the times my flesh has won
And when the light of Christ that's in me
Is overshadowed by the fall
You're showing me
How grace is enough
When I feel unworthy
And so undeserving
Chorus:
Still I can come, just as I am
For I find Your love
Is free of condition
So I will run to Your wide open arms
Where I am accepted
And I am forgiven
Grace is enough for me
Your grace is enough for me
I've been quick at passing judgment
When I'm worthy of conviction
And the times I've measured virtue
Only based on my religion
But theology it seems
It's not the things that's saving me
Your are showing me
A grace that's enough
When I feel unworthy
And so undeserving
(Chorus)
Bridge:
Though I was blind, now I see
Sweet is the sound
Of Your grace over me
You said it all on the Cross
Your grace goes beyond
All that I've done
When I feel unworthy
And so undeserving
You love me beyond
All my failing and hurting
It's not who I am
But who I can be
And I know You are working
Your purpose in me
(Chorus)
Your grace is enough
More than enough
Your grace is enough for me
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Grace Is Enough-Don Moen[with LYRICS]
Meaning & Inspiration
"Grace Is Enough," featured on Don Moen's 2009 album, *I Believe There Is More*, is a profound anthem that delves into the liberating truth of God's unmerited favor. The song's genesis appears deeply rooted in a personal wrestling with self-worth and the often-unrealistic standards we impose upon ourselves, both religiously and personally. Moen articulates a common human struggle: the tendency to measure our value by our accomplishments or the lack thereof, leading to feelings of inadequacy. He acknowledges past missteps, immaturity, and the pervasive influence of our fallen nature, where perceived failures can easily overshadow any good deeds. This internal conflict is poignantly captured in lines that speak to a consciousness of wrongdoings and the times the flesh has triumphed over spiritual aspirations.
The core message of "Grace Is Enough" resonates powerfully with the biblical concept of grace as described in Ephesians 2:8-9, which states, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast." Moen's lyrics directly challenge the idea that our worth is earned; instead, they point to a love that is "free of condition." This echoes Jesus' invitation in Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." The song’s chorus acts as a powerful declaration of acceptance and forgiveness, highlighting that God’s love is not contingent on our performance but is a freely extended gift. This is further illuminated by Romans 5:8, which assures us, "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us."
The verses explore the internal battles that often lead to this feeling of unworthiness. Moen touches upon the quickness to judge others while being keenly aware of our own failings, and how a rigid adherence to religious rules can sometimes obscure the true essence of salvation. He wisely suggests that theology, while important, is not the saving force; rather, it is the transformative power of God's grace that truly redeems. This perspective aligns with the teachings found in Romans 3:20, "Therefore no one will be declared righteous in God’s sight by observing the law; rather, it is through the law that we become conscious of our sin." The bridge offers a profound shift, moving from struggle to certainty through the redemptive work of the Cross. The realization, "Though I was blind, now I see," signifies a spiritual awakening where the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice is fully embraced. The understanding that God’s grace "goes beyond all that I've done" is a direct reflection of the boundless nature of God’s love as described in Psalm 103:12, "as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us." The song concludes with an affirmation that God's grace is not just sufficient but "more than enough," a sentiment that can bring deep peace and assurance to anyone who feels overwhelmed by their shortcomings. It’s a testament to the faith that God is actively working in us, not based on our perfect nature, but on His perfect plan, a promise echoed in Philippians 1:6: "being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus."