Hillsong - Chosen As Mine Lyrics
Lyrics
Here I am so close to you
Know My voice, I?ll never leave you
For I have loved you since before
The sands of time were made
I love you still and always will
You?re chosen as Mine
My Father wants to bless you now
Receive from Him all that you?ll ever need
Come spend eternity with Me
My heart?s full of love for you
I love you still and always will
You?re chosen as Mine
Cries in the desert, My child I hear them
Tears in the valley, My lovely I count them
You?re so precious, you were on My mind as I died
Here I am so close to you
Know My voice, I?ll never leave you
For I have loved you since before
The sands of time were made
I love you still and always will
You?re chosen as Mine
Cries in the desert, My child, I hear them
Tears in the valley, My lovely, I count them
You?re so precious, you were on My mind as I died
I love you, as I died for you, because I
Incomprehensible
I love you still, always will
You?re chosen as Mine
I love you, I love you
Oh, Incomprehensible I do
Oh yeah, oh yeah
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Hillsong - Chosen As Mine - lyrics (02 - Track 2)
Meaning & Inspiration
"Chosen As Mine," released on November 22, 2008, as the second track on a Hillsong album, stands as a powerful testament to God's unwavering and profound love for humanity. The song's narrative is deeply rooted in the Christian faith, articulating a divine perspective on a personal relationship with believers. It speaks from the voice of God, addressing the individual with an intimate reassurance of His constant presence and deep affection, a love that predates the very creation of the world, as echoed in Jeremiah 1:5, "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart." This foundational truth sets the stage for the song's central theme: that each person is deliberately chosen and treasured. The message of divine blessing is also a prominent thread, suggesting that God desires to enrich lives with all that is needed, aligning with promises like Philippians 4:19, "And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." The invitation to spend eternity with God highlights the ultimate hope and purpose offered to believers.
The song powerfully confronts personal struggles, acknowledging the "cries in the desert" and "tears in the valley," recognizing that God sees and hears every moment of pain and difficulty. This empathetic portrayal resonates with verses like Psalm 34:18, which states, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." The lyrics emphasize the immeasurable value of each individual, stating they were on God's mind at the moment of His ultimate sacrifice. This profound statement directly references the crucifixion of Jesus, as described in Romans 5:8, "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." The repetition of the phrase "I love you still and always will, you're chosen as mine" serves as a comforting and declarative affirmation of this persistent, unconditional divine love. The song culminates in an expression of "incomprehensible" love, a sentiment that captures the vastness and mystery of God's affection, a love so deep it transcends human understanding, as Paul prayed in Ephesians 3:19 for believers to "know the love of Christ, which far surpasses knowledge." "Chosen As Mine" is an inspiring anthem that invites listeners to embrace their identity as beloved and chosen by God, offering solace and a renewed sense of purpose grounded in divine truth.