Hillsong Worship - As It Is Lyrics
Lyrics
Whether now or then
Death is not my end
I know heaven waits for me
Though the road seems long
I'll never walk alone
I've got all I need to sing
I know You love me
I know You found me
I know You saved me
And Your grace will never fail me
And while I'm waiting
I'm not waiting
I know heaven lives in me
Should I suffer long
This is not my home
I know heaven waits for me
Though the night is dark
Heaven owns my heart
I've got all I need to sing
So I will sing like I will there
In the fearless light of glory
Where the darkness cannot find me
And Your face is all I see
I will sing like a man
With no sickness in my body
Like no prison walls can hold me
I will sing like I am free
I'll sing holy holy
My heart cries holy
As it is in heaven
It is in me
We'll sing holy holy
The earth cries holy
As it is in heaven
So let it be
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As It Is (In Heaven) - Hillsong Worship
Meaning & Inspiration
Hillsong Worship's "As It Is," released in 2016 as part of the album *Let There Be Light* (Deluxe), offers a profound and unwavering declaration of faith, grounded in the eternal nature of God and the transformative power of His presence. The song doesn't just present a melody; it articulates a deeply biblical worldview, echoing the Psalms' constant assertion of God's immutability. The central message revolves around the faithfulness of God, mirroring the ancient prayer found in the Lord's Prayer itself, "Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven" (Matthew 6:10). This isn't merely a wish, but a foundational truth that the song proclaims: God's divine order, His perfect reign, and His unchanging character are already a reality in the heavenly realm, and we are called to see and live by that reality here on earth.
The lyrical tapestry of "As It Is" weaves together themes of divine sovereignty and the personal experience of God's unchanging love. It speaks to a deep yearning for the divine to manifest in tangible ways, reflecting the posture of believers throughout scripture who longed for God's promises to be fulfilled. Consider David's cry in Psalm 13:1, "How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever?" – a sentiment that finds resonance in the human experience of waiting. Yet, "As It Is" shifts the focus from our limited perspective to the boundless, unwavering reality of God Himself. It’s a song that encourages us to anchor our hope not in fleeting circumstances, but in the unshakeable foundation of who God is, as described in Malachi 3:6: "For I the Lord do not change; therefore you, O children of Jacob, are not consumed." This immutability is the bedrock of the song's assurance.
The brilliance of "As It Is" lies in its invitation to align our earthly reality with the heavenly truth. It’s a call to recognize that even amidst chaos and uncertainty, God’s perfect will is in motion, and His nature remains constant. This aligns with the wisdom found in Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." The song’s message empowers listeners to approach life with a heavenly perspective, understanding that God’s faithfulness is not contingent on our understanding or our circumstances, but on His eternal nature. It's an anthem for those who seek to live with the quiet confidence that comes from knowing God's plan is always unfolding, perfect and complete, just as it is in His presence. The song serves as a potent reminder that our faith is not about a malleable God, but an unchanging One who orchestrates all things according to His perfect design.