Hillsong Worship - Whenever I See Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1:
Whenever I see Your face
Then all of my fears can fly
Whenever I clearly hear
The times when I ask You why
Whenever I feel Your arms
Whenever You hold me close
For then I will see Your face
As I am found in You
Verse 2:
Lead me to know You more
And help me to understand
You cause me to see in faith
All of Your dreams and plans
For faith is perfected now
In living and loving You
In hope never wavering
Completely found in You
Chorus:
Now the heavens can be home
For my spirit has been freed
And my soul it rests in You,
Your life is found in me.
And this death it ends in life
With this faith in love fulfilled
And my eyes will finally see Your face
Video
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Meaning & Inspiration
"Whenever I See," from Hillsong Worship's 2021 album *These Same Skies*, emerges as a profound exploration of divine intimacy and the transformative power of God's presence in a believer's life. The song beautifully articulates a journey from fear and uncertainty to unwavering faith and hope, rooted deeply in the secure embrace of the Creator. Its message transcends a mere spiritual sentiment, drawing directly from foundational Christian truths about our relationship with God, salvation, and the ultimate promise of eternal life.
The lyrical narrative unfolds by first acknowledging the immediate peace and security that accompanies a conscious encounter with God. The opening verses speak to a powerful, visceral experience where beholding His face causes fears to dissipate, much like Isaiah 41:10 assures us not to fear, for God is with us and will strengthen us. The desire for clarity, even in moments of questioning, highlights a transparent relationship, inviting God into our confusion, trusting that He provides understanding, as James 1:5 encourages us to ask for wisdom. The imagery of being held close, feeling His arms, speaks to a deep sense of comfort and belonging, echoing Deuteronomy 33:27, which describes God’s everlasting arms beneath us. This intimate connection reveals our true identity, found completely and wholly in Him, a truth powerfully expressed in Galatians 2:20, where Paul declares that it is Christ who lives in him.
Building upon this foundation, the song transitions into a plea for deeper spiritual apprehension and understanding. It’s a heartfelt cry to "know You more" and to comprehend the divine will, mirroring the prayer in Philippians 3:10 to know Christ and the power of His resurrection. Here, faith is presented not just as belief, but as the very lens through which God's grand "dreams and plans" for humanity become visible, consistent with Jeremiah 29:11, where God declares His good plans for us. This seeing by faith is not a passive act but an active engagement where faith is "perfected" through living and loving Him. This resonates with James 2:22, which suggests that faith is made complete by deeds, manifesting through our devoted walk with God. The hope described is one that never wavers, an anchor for the soul, drawing parallel to Hebrews 10:23, which calls us to hold fast to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. This steadfast hope finds its complete grounding in being utterly found in Him, solidifying a covenant relationship.
The chorus serves as a powerful declaration of spiritual liberation and the ultimate fulfillment of a life surrendered to Christ. The profound realization that "the heavens can be home" signifies the assurance of salvation and an eternal dwelling with God, a truth that transforms our perspective on earthly existence, as stated in Philippians 3:20, our citizenship is in heaven. The spirit’s freedom and the soul’s rest speak to the peace that surpasses all understanding, a rest promised in Matthew 11:28-30 to those who come to Him. Crucially, the verse "Your life is found in me" articulates the indwelling presence of Christ through the Holy Spirit, a core tenet of the Christian faith, making us new creations, as referenced in 2 Corinthians 5:17. The song culminates in the victorious pronouncement that "this death it ends in life," acknowledging Christ's triumph over death and offering believers the promise of eternal life through Him, beautifully captured in 1 Corinthians 15:54-57. The final, triumphant vision of finally seeing His face encapsulates the believer's ultimate hope and joy, a promise from Revelation 22:4 that we will see His face, completing the journey from seeing Him by faith to seeing Him face to face, as described in 1 Corinthians 13:12. "Whenever I See" is therefore far more than a song; it’s a beautifully crafted testimony to the ongoing, life-altering power of a relationship with God, inspiring all who engage with its message to seek Him more deeply.