George Banton - Leave Me At The Altar Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1:
The choir is singing in the last song
And I know it's time to go
But something is happenening
And I can't get off my knees
So leave me at the altar for a while
Chorus:
Leave me
Leave me
Leave me at the altar He's working it out
I'm feasting, I'm feasting
Leave me at the altar,
He's not through with me yet
Leave me at the altar
He's not through with me yet
Verse 2:
I told you that I was next in line for my blessings
And tonight is a night He's pouring it down
He's done loading some information
I know I made the right connection
So leave me at the altar for a while
oh,
Chorus
Verse 3:
I know cause I can feel it
It's time for my blessings
Like Jacob and the angel
I'm holding on to my faith
You see I can feel his presence
Oh, He's pouring it down on me
So leave me at the altar for a while
2ND CHORUS
Leave me, Leave me
Leave me at the altar, He's working it out
I'm feasting, I'm feasting
Leave me at the altar
He's not through with me yet
Leave me at the altar
Jesus is working on me
(Ad lib)
Leave me at the altar
He's not through with me yet
Leave me at the altar
He's not through with me yet
(Ad lib)
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Meaning & Inspiration
George Banton's "Leave Me At The Altar," released on August 16, 2011, is a profound declaration of surrender and unwavering faith, centered on the transformative power of divine engagement. The narrative unfolds not from a place of casual reflection, but from the very precipice of a significant life event – a wedding, implied by the imagery of the choir and the altar. However, the singer finds themselves unable to proceed, not due to doubt or fear, but because of an overwhelming spiritual encounter. The core message is a powerful plea to be left undisturbed at the altar, a sacred space where the Divine is actively at work. This is not a moment of interruption, but of deep, personal communion, a "feasting" on spiritual sustenance and revelation. Banton emphasizes that this divine process is incomplete, stating, "He's not through with me yet," a testament to the ongoing nature of spiritual growth and God's meticulous work in refining us.
The lyrics draw heavily from biblical narratives that illustrate God's persistent intervention in the lives of His people, often at pivotal junctures. The mention of "next in line for my blessings" and "pouring it down" evokes Old Testament promises of abundance and favor, echoing passages like Deuteronomy 28:1-14 which outlines the blessings that follow obedience. The profound connection the singer feels, "I know I made the right connection," speaks to the deep personal relationship cultivated through prayer and devotion, akin to David's intimate communion with God as expressed in Psalms like Psalm 27:4. The reference to Jacob wrestling with the angel in Verse 3 is particularly significant. This encounter, detailed in Genesis 32:24-30, is a powerful metaphor for spiritual struggle, perseverance, and ultimately, receiving a divine impartation and a new identity. It underscores the idea that blessings often come through persistent faith and holding onto God, even in the midst of challenge. The repeated assertion, "He's working it out," and the direct mention of Jesus working on the singer, further solidifies the song's Christian foundation, positioning the altar as a place of divine craftsmanship. Banton encourages listeners to recognize and embrace these moments, to be willing to pause their worldly expectations and allow God the space and time to complete His perfect work in their lives, even if it means deviating from the planned procession.