Heather Clark - I'm Still Thirsty Lyrics
Lyrics
Come let us return unto the Lord
Let us call on the power of His name
Let us bow before the throne of grace
And confess that we are hungry again
Come on and let's worship
Let's tell the Lord that we are in need
I'm still thirsty
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I'm still seeking
There's gotta be more gotta be more gotta be more
I'm still standing
I'm receiving
There's gotta be more gotta be more gotta be more
Let the power of healing fall upon me
Deliver me and set me free
Wipe away all the tears and all the sadness
Then we'll all stand whole in your glory
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I'm Still Thirsty
Meaning & Inspiration
Heather Clark’s "I'm Still Thirsty," released on July 1, 2008, as part of her album *Live from Lakeland: For the First Time*, emerges as a profound spiritual anthem, resonating deeply with the perennial yearning of the human spirit for God. This song isn't merely a performance; it’s a living prayer, a corporate declaration that captures the essence of a believer's continuous journey in faith. Its message bypasses the fleeting trends of contemporary worship, embedding itself in the timeless narrative of seeking and finding, of spiritual hunger and divine satisfaction. The narrative begins with a collective invitation, "Come let us return unto the Lord," which immediately sets a tone of communal introspection and repentance. This echo of Hosea 6:1, "Come, let us return to the Lord; for He has torn us, but He will heal us," reminds us of God's unwavering faithfulness even when we stray. It's a call to re-center our focus, to "call on the power of His name," acknowledging that true power and salvation reside solely in Him, a truth proclaimed throughout Scripture from Psalm 105:1 to Romans 10:13, where it states, "Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." The act of bowing "before the throne of grace" reflects the humility and reverence commanded by God, drawing from Hebrews 4:16, which encourages us to "approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." The confession, "And confess that we are hungry again," isn't a sign of weakness but a recognition of our absolute dependence on God, echoing Matthew 5:6, "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied." This spiritual hunger is not a once-and-done experience but a continuous, vital need for His presence and sustenance, just as Psalm 42:1-2 declares, "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God."
The core of "I'm Still Thirsty" resides in its powerful, repetitive declaration: "I'm still thirsty, I'm still seeking... There's gotta be more." This isn't a complaint or dissatisfaction with God's provision, but rather a profound spiritual longing, an unquenchable desire for a deeper, fuller experience of Him. It speaks to the truth that receiving God's grace doesn't satiate us permanently but rather ignites a greater thirst for more of Him. Jesus Himself promised living water in John 4:13-14, assuring that those who drink of Him "will never thirst again," yet our human capacity to absorb and live in that fullness is a lifelong pursuit, always reaching for "more." This "more" isn't a new revelation or a different God, but a deeper immersion into the infinite depths of the God we already know, reflecting the sentiment of Philippians 3:12-14, where Paul states he presses on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of him. The persistent seeking articulated in the song aligns perfectly with Matthew 7:7, "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you," and Jeremiah 29:13, "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." Furthermore, the lines "I'm still standing, I'm receiving" affirm a posture of endurance and faith, acknowledging that despite the thirst and the ongoing search, the believer remains firm in their walk with God, actively open to His blessings. This resilience mirrors Ephesians 6:13, which speaks of standing firm after doing everything possible, and 1 Corinthians 16:13, "Be watchful, stand firm in the faith." It’s a declaration that in the midst of spiritual longing, God is faithful to meet us, continuously pouring into us even as we continue to desire more.
The song culminates in an earnest prayer for transformation and wholeness, moving from personal need to a corporate vision. "Let the power of healing fall upon me" is a direct appeal to God's restorative nature, acknowledging His ability to heal not just physical ailments but also emotional and spiritual wounds. Isaiah 53:5 powerfully states, "by His stripes we are healed," and 1 Peter 2:24 reiterates this promise, speaking of Christ bearing our sins "so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed." The plea to "Deliver me and set me free" speaks to the chains of sin, fear, and past hurts that can bind us, appealing to the liberating power of Christ, as declared in John 8:36, "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed," and Galatians 5:1, which urges us to "stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery." The desire to "Wipe away all the tears and all the sadness" paints a picture of ultimate comfort and solace, looking forward to the promise in Revelation 21:4 that God "will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away," a sentiment echoed in Isaiah 25:8. The song concludes with a vision of corporate restoration: "Then we'll all stand whole in your glory." This is a beautiful image of collective redemption, recognizing that God’s plan is not just for individual salvation but for the restoration of His entire people, bringing us to a state of complete spiritual and physical well-being in His presence, reflecting Colossians 1:28 which speaks of presenting everyone perfect in Christ. Heather Clark's "I'm Still Thirsty" is a compelling reminder that the Christian walk is one of continuous communion, persistent seeking, and unwavering trust in a God who promises to satisfy every longing and bring complete wholeness to those who steadfastly pursue Him. It is a powerful encouragement to embrace our spiritual hunger as an invitation to go deeper with God, always expecting "more" from the One who is infinitely more.