Donnie McClurkin - Speak To My Heart Lyrics
Lyrics
Keep on talkin' to me, keep on talkin' to me
Keep on talkin' to me, keep on talkin' to me
Keep on talkin' to me, keep on talkin' to me
Keep on talkin' to me
Speak to my heart, Holy Spirit
Give me the words that will bring new life
Words on the wings of the morning, the dark night will fade away
If You speak to my heart now
Speak to my heart, Holy Spirit
Message of love, love to encourage me
Lifting my heart from despair, how You love, love me, and care for me
Speak to my heart now, oh Lord
Speak to my heart, Holy Spirit
Give me the words that will bring new life
Words on the wings of the morning, the dark nights will fade away
Speak to my heart
Speak to my heart, Holy Spirit
Message of love to encourage me
Lifting my heart from despair, how You love me and care for me
Speak to my heart
Speak to my heart, that's what I want You to do
Speak to my heart, 'cause I'm waiting to hear from You
Speak to my heart, that's what I want You to do
Speak to my heart
Speak to my heart, Lord, give me Your holy word
If I can hear from You, then I'll know what to do
I won't go alone, I'll never go on my own
Just let Your spirit guide and let Your word abide, say
Speak to my heart, Lord, give me Your holy word
If I can hear from You, then I'll know what to do
I won't go alone, Lord, I'll never go on my own
Just let Your spirit guide and let Your word abide
Speak to my heart, Lord, give me your holy word
If I can hear from You, then I'll know what to do
I won't go alone, I'll never go on my own
Just let Your spirit guide and let Your word abide
Speak to my heart, Lord, give me Your holy word
If I can hear from You, then I'll know what to do
I won't go alone, I'll never go on my own
Just let Your spirit guide and let Your word abide
Speak to my heart, Lord, give me Your holy word
If I can hear from You, then I'll know what to do
I won't go alone, I'll never go on my own
Just let Your spirit guide and let Your word abide
Talk to me, talk to me, talk to me, talk to me, yeah, yeah
Talk to me, talk to me, talk to me, talk
Keep on talkin' to me, keep on talkin' to me, yeah, yeah
Keep on talkin' to me, talk to me, talk
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Speak to My Heart
Meaning & Inspiration
Donnie McClurkin's "Speak To My Heart," released in 1996 on his self-titled debut album, stands as a powerful testament to the deeply personal and transformative nature of divine communication. This song isn't merely an auditory experience; it's an invitation, a plea, and ultimately, an affirmation of faith. The core message resonates with a profound longing for the guidance and reassurance that comes from direct interaction with the Holy Spirit. McClurkin expresses a humble desire to move beyond mere intellectual understanding of faith towards a heart-level connection, where divine wisdom illuminates life's path.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a soul seeking solace and clarity amidst life's inevitable challenges. The repeated invocation to "Keep on talkin' to me" underscores a fervent dedication to listening, a posture of receptivity that is fundamental to spiritual growth. The request, "Speak to my heart, Holy Spirit," is not a demand but a sincere supplication for divine insight, a desire for "words that will bring new life." This echoes the very essence of biblical wisdom, as found in Proverbs 4:23: "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." McClurkin's plea recognizes that true transformation begins from within, prompted by the Spirit's gentle whisper. The imagery of "words on the wings of the morning" suggests a swift, radiant illumination that dispels the shadows of darkness, aligning with passages like Psalm 30:5 which speaks of joy coming in the morning. The assurance that "the dark night will fade away" if the Spirit speaks to the heart is a profound expression of hope, reminding us of Isaiah 43:2, "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you."
The song further emphasizes the Spirit's role as a messenger of encouragement and love. The desire for a "message of love, love to encourage me" and the lifting of the heart from despair speaks to the comforting presence of God. This resonates with scriptures like 1 Peter 5:7, which urges us to "Cast all your anxieties on him because he cares for you." The awareness of God's love and care is presented not as a distant concept, but as an intimate, heart-speaking reality that offers profound relief. The recurring plea, "Speak to my heart, that's what I want You to do, 'cause I'm waiting to hear from You," highlights a devotional patience, a willingness to wait upon the Lord's timing and voice. This mirrors the psalmist's declaration in Psalm 27:14: "Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord." The latter part of the song, particularly the lines expressing the certainty of knowing what to do when God's word is heard, underscores the directive power of divine guidance. The commitment, "I won't go alone, I'll never go on my own," is a powerful declaration of trust in God’s perpetual presence and leadership, a sentiment deeply rooted in the promise of Jesus in Matthew 28:20: "And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." "Speak To My Heart" is therefore an enduring anthem for anyone seeking a more intimate and guiding relationship with the divine, a spiritual compass calibrated by the Holy Spirit's voice.