Gungor - Here I Am To Worship Lyrics
Lyrics
You're altogether lovely
Altogether worthy,
Altogether wonderful to me
Here I am, Here I am, Here I am
Light of the world
You stepped down into darkness.
Opened my eyes, let me see.
Beauty that made this heart adore You
Hope of a life spent with You
Here I am to worship,
Here I am to bow down,
Here I am to say that You're my God
You're altogether lovely
Altogether worthy,
Altogether wonderful to me
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Here I Am To Worship
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on January 24, 2025, Gungor’s rendition of "Here I Am To Worship" presents a deeply introspective and yet universally resonant anthem of devotion. This particular take on the well-known worship song offers a fresh encounter with its timeless message, encouraging a posture of surrender and adoration that is both personal and profound. At its core, the song articulates a simple yet powerful truth: the ultimate purpose of our existence is to acknowledge and honor the divine. It is a spiritual declaration, stripping away complexities to reveal the heart's yearning to connect with its Creator, making space for awe and wonder in a world often too busy to pause and reflect on the sacred.
The song begins with a direct address, declaring, "You're altogether lovely, Altogether worthy, Altogether wonderful to me." This opening salvo immediately establishes the foundation of worship: God’s inherent character. It's an echo of the psalmist's longing in Psalm 27:4, "One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple." The words celebrate a beauty that transcends the aesthetic, speaking to the purity, grace, and holiness of God, making Him not just admirable but deserving of all reverence, as Revelation 4:11 proclaims, "You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will, they were created and have their being." This recognition of God’s complete sufficiency and splendor culminates in the repeated, humble declaration, "Here I am, Here I am, Here I am," a posture akin to Isaiah’s ready response in Isaiah 6:8, "Here am I. Send me!" It signifies not just presence but availability, a willingness to be used and led.
The narrative then shifts, beautifully illustrating the redemptive journey: "Light of the world, You stepped down into darkness. Opened my eyes, let me see. Beauty that made this heart adore You. Hope of a life spent with You." This sequence traces the profound act of the incarnation, where God, as the "Light of the world" (John 8:12), humility "stepped down into darkness" of human experience, as described in Philippians 2:6-8. This descent was not just a physical presence but a spiritual awakening, "opening eyes" that were once blind to truth, echoing Ephesians 1:18's prayer for enlightenment and 2 Corinthians 4:4-6, which speaks of the light of the gospel shining into darkened hearts. The encounter with this divine "beauty" – the unparalleled love and sacrifice – transforms the heart, stirring genuine adoration. This newfound perception also ignites a "hope of a life spent with You," pointing toward eternal communion and the promise of dwelling with God forever, a glorious future anticipated in John 14:3 and Revelation 21:3-4.
The central declaration of the song then crystallizes: "Here I am to worship, Here I am to bow down, Here I am to say that You're my God." This is the quintessential expression of devotion, a three-fold commitment. To "worship" is to ascribe worth, to acknowledge supreme value, a spiritual act deeply rooted in Psalm 95:6, "Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker." To "bow down" is an act of humble submission, recognizing God's sovereignty and authority over all things, a physical manifestation of the heart’s surrender that aligns with Philippians 2:10-11, where every knee will bow. Finally, to "say that You're my God" is a covenantal affirmation, a personal commitment of allegiance and belonging, echoing Psalm 118:28, "You are my God, and I will praise you; you are my God, and I will exalt you." It’s a statement of identity rooted in the divine relationship, a powerful declaration of who God is in the life of the individual. The song then circles back to its initial adoration, reiterating, "You're altogether lovely, Altogether worthy, Altogether wonderful to me," reinforcing the unchanging attributes of God as the perpetual reason for our worship. This enduring message, delivered with Gungor's distinctive artistic voice, serves as a powerful invitation to introspection, prompting us to consider the depth of our own devotion and the unwavering character of the God we serve.