Elevation Worship + Maverick City Music + Naomi Raine + Brandon Lake - Used To This Lyrics
Lyrics
Time stands still
Whenever I'm with You
No more important place to go
There's no rush
Not in a hurry
It's ok to take it slow
Minutes turning into hours
Doesn't really matter
I just want You
You're the only one I'm after
Spirit come in power
I just want You
Lord forgive me
I've been too busy
Trying to do this on my own
Your embrace
Is what I've been missing
And I don't want to let it go
I just want You
I just want You
Nothing compares to You
Nothing comes close
If this is a glimpse of heaven
I could get used to this
I could get used to this
The fragrance of Your presence
I could get used to this
I could get used to this
Video
Used To This | Elevation Worship & Maverick City
Meaning & Inspiration
"Used To This," a profound offering from Elevation Worship and Maverick City Music, featuring Naomi Raine and Brandon Lake, emerged from the deeply resonant "Old Church Basement" album in 2021. This collaboration isn't merely a song; it's an invitation into a sacred space, a testament to the transformative power of divine presence. The heart of "Used To This" lies in its radical declaration of contentment found solely in the embrace of God. It speaks to a universal yearning for peace and stillness, a departure from the relentless pace of the world. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of time losing its grip when one is immersed in God's presence, a profound shift from the pressure to constantly be *doing* to the grace of simply *being*. This theme echoes the words of Jesus in Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." The song boldly confesses a prior tendency towards self-sufficiency, admitting, "Lord forgive me, I've been too busy, trying to do this on my own." This resonates deeply with the biblical narrative of reliance on God, reminding us of Solomon's plea for wisdom in 1 Kings 3:9, a recognition of human limitations and the need for divine guidance.
The core of the message is a profound realization that true fulfillment, a peace that surpasses all understanding, is found not in worldly achievements or fleeting pleasures, but in an intimate connection with the Creator. The recurring refrain, "I just want You," is not a casual desire but a fervent prayer, a surrender of personal ambition to a greater purpose. This echoes the sentiment of the Apostle Paul in Philippians 3:8, where he counts all things as loss compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus. The revelation that "If this is a glimpse of heaven, I could get used to this" is a powerful articulation of how divine communion offers a foretaste of eternal glory. It suggests that the tangible fragrance of God's presence, the deep-seated peace and joy experienced in His nearness, is an experience so utterly satisfying that it becomes the ultimate standard by which all other experiences are measured. This aligns with Psalm 16:11, which promises "in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore." The song doesn't shy away from the confession of being too occupied with earthly matters, recognizing the deceptive allure of busyness that can crowd out the quiet whisper of the Spirit. The yearning for God's embrace, described as what has been missed, speaks to a foundational human need for divine love and acceptance. This is the very essence of the gospel, that through Christ, we are welcomed into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father, as described in Romans 8:15, where we receive "the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry out, 'Abba! Father!'" "Used To This" ultimately serves as a powerful anthem for spiritual refocusing, urging listeners to prioritize the unshakeable reality of God's presence above all else, finding in Him a perfect and everlasting home.