Lyrics
Well, I want to be remembered
as a girl who sang her songs for Jesus Christ
who was willing to lay down her life,
and do His will no matter what the price
Well, I am singing for the deaf man
who can hear about salvation through my song
and I'm singing for the blind man
who can see the light in me and come along
Live for Jesus, that's what matters
and when other houses crumble mine is strong
Live for Jesus, that's what matters
that you see the light in me and come along
There are times when I've been tempted
to turn off this rugged road I travel on
There are times when I'd say "Jesus,
can't you find another girl to sing your song?"
Well I know it's not that I'm the only one
who can sing this melody
but he's chosen me to bless me
and to lead me into what is best for me
Live for Jesus, that's what matters
and when other houses crumble mine is strong
Live for Jesus, that's what matters
that you see the light in me and come along
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Meaning & Inspiration
Live for Jesus centers on faithful discipleship when obedience carries a cost. The singer measures a meaningful life by devotion to Christ rather than public recognition, and the image of a house that remains strong suggests confidence built on Him. References to laying down life, resisting temptation, and continuing along a rugged road present commitment as a daily choice rather than an easy declaration.
The lyric also connects personal witness with service to others. Singing about salvation for those described as deaf and showing light to those described as blind portray faith as something made visible through words and conduct. That language closely echoes Jesus’ teaching about light shining before others, while the willingness to accept a costly calling recalls the call to take up the cross. The repeated refrain gathers these ideas into a clear priority: living for Jesus matters more than comfort, and steadfast witness can invite others to follow His light.
Related Scripture
- Matthew 5:14-16 Jesus teaches His followers to let their light shine before others.
- Luke 9:23 Jesus connects discipleship with daily self-denial and taking up the cross.
- Matthew 7:24-25 Jesus describes the house built on rock as standing firm through adversity.