Heritage Singers - Without Him Lyrics
Lyrics
Jesus, oh Jesus
Do you know Him today
Please don't turn Him away
Oh Jesus, my Jesus
Without Him how lost would I be
Without Him I could do nothing
Without Him I'd surely fail
Oh, Without Him I would be drifting
Like a ship without a sail
Jesus, oh Jesus
Do you know Him today
Please don't turn Him away
Oh Jesus, my Jesus
Without Him how lost would I be
Without Him I would be dying
Without Him I'd be enslaved
And without Him my life would be worthless
But with Jesus, thank God I am saved
That's why I cry Jesus, oh Jesus
Do you know Him today
Please don't turn Him away
Oh Jesus, my Jesus
Without Him how lost would I be
That's why I sing Jesus, oh Jesus
Do you know Him today
Please don't turn Him away
Oh Jesus, my Jesus
Without Him how lost would I be
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Heritage Singers / "Without Him"
Meaning & Inspiration
The Heritage Singers' rendition of "Without Him," found on their 2012 album *Restored*, stands as a powerful testament to the foundational role of Jesus Christ in the life of a believer. This song isn't just a collection of notes and words; it's a deeply personal declaration of dependence and an earnest plea for others to embrace the saving grace offered through Christ. The central message resonates with the profound realization that life apart from Jesus is a state of utter helplessness and spiritual destitution. The lyrics artfully articulate this truth by painting vivid pictures of what existence would be without His presence: lost, unable to accomplish anything of eternal value, destined to fail, and adrift like a vessel without a guiding sail or rudder. This imagery directly echoes biblical narratives of humanity's inherent fallenness and the desperate need for redemption, as described in Romans 3:23, which states all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and John 15:5, where Jesus Himself declares, "I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing."
The song progresses to highlight the dire consequences of a life devoid of Christ, speaking of a state of dying, enslavement, and utter worthlessness. This stark depiction finds its roots in passages like Ephesians 2:1, which describes believers as being "dead in your sins and trespasses," and Romans 6:16, which warns that "you are slaves of the one whom you obey, whether of sin, which leads to death, or of obedience, which leads to righteousness." The transition, however, from this somber reality to the triumphant declaration of salvation through Jesus marks the song's most impactful moment. It’s a powerful acknowledgment of the transformative power of the cross, transforming a life that would otherwise be empty and enslaved into one of divine purpose and eternal security. This profound shift is the very essence of the Gospel, the good news of our salvation made possible by Jesus' sacrifice, as Paul so eloquently describes in 2 Corinthians 5:17: "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" The repeated earnest call to know Jesus and the plea not to turn Him away serves as a direct evangelistic appeal, urging listeners to consider their own relationship with Christ and the overwhelming blessings that come with accepting Him. The song’s enduring strength lies in its unwavering focus on this singular, life-altering truth: that without Jesus, we are truly lost, but with Him, we are eternally saved.