Hillsong Young And Free - Where You Are Lyrics
Lyrics
I lived
Heart on the wire
Hand in the fire for so long
But You've shown me better
A new kind of love
It's ever the one I want
I'm lifting you higher, higher
There's nothing that I'd rather do
A sweet elevation of praises
There's no one I love more than You
I never knew a love like this before
The kind of life that I could not find on my own
I've seen the world but I have never been so sure
That I want Your heart
God, I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
Your love, like nothing I've seen
My wildest of dreams don't come close
I've never known better than living like this
I cannot resist You Lord
I'm lifting you higher, higher
There's nothing that I'd rather do
A sweet elevation of praises
There's no one I love more than You
I never knew a love like this before
The kind of life that I could not find on my own
I've seen the world but I have never been so sure
That I want Your heart
God, I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
And after all this time with You by my side
I can't imagine what it'd be like on my own
I've made up my heart, this love is all I've got
And You're the only one I know worth living for
A sweet elevation of praises
There's no one I love more than You
I never knew a love like this before
The kind of life that I could not find on my own
I've seen the world but I have never been so sure
That I want Your heart
God I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
Where You are
I just want to be where You are
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Where You Are (Music Video) - Hillsong Young & Free
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on December 11, 2015, as a radio version single, Hillsong Young & Free’s "Where You Are" immediately immerses listeners in a profound narrative of spiritual transformation and unwavering devotion. The song unfolds as a deeply personal testament, tracing a journey from a life fraught with peril and uncertainty to one anchored in the incomparable love of God. It captures the essence of a heart yearning for genuine connection, reflecting the universal human search for purpose and belonging that ultimately finds its fulfillment in a divine embrace.
The initial verses paint a vivid picture of a life lived precariously, with "heart on the wire" and "hand in the fire," evoking a past marked by risk, struggle, and perhaps self-inflicted pain. This powerful imagery resonates deeply, describing the human condition before encountering a redemptive force. Yet, this narrative quickly pivots to a powerful revelation: "You’ve shown me better, a new kind of love." This pivotal shift beautifully articulates the experience of repentance and finding new life in Christ, mirroring the profound truth of 2 Corinthians 5:17, which declares that in Christ, one becomes a "new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new." This discovery of a superior, enduring love from God becomes the singular desire, transforming previous despair into hopeful anticipation.
As the song progresses, it shifts from reflection to an outpouring of worship, as the voice expresses a fervent desire to lift God "higher, higher." This "sweet elevation of praises" is not merely ritualistic but flows from a genuine heart, signifying profound adoration and an unshakeable conviction that there is no one loved more than God. This sentiment powerfully echoes Psalm 34:3, "Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together," and encapsulates the spirit of intentional worship, offering the "fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name" as encouraged in Hebrews 13:15. It is a declaration that worship is not just an act, but the deepest longing of a transformed soul.
The core message crystallizes in the chorus, a poignant confession: "I never knew a love like this before, the kind of life that I could not find on my own." This highlights the distinctiveness and transformative power of God’s love, a love unattainable through human effort or worldly pursuits. Having "seen the world," the conviction deepens, leading to the ultimate declaration, "God, I just want to be where You are." This longing isn't just for a physical place, but for an intimate, abiding presence and complete alignment with God’s heart and will. It reflects the truth of John 15:4, "Abide in Me, and I in you," and the profound hunger for God’s presence expressed in Psalm 73:25: "Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is none upon earth that I desire besides You." The pursuit of God's presence becomes the sole, encompassing goal, recognizing that true life is found only in Him.
Further exploration in the subsequent verses reinforces the incomparable nature of God's love, stating that "My wildest of dreams don't come close." This emphasizes that divine love surpasses even the grandest human aspirations and imaginations, aligning with 1 Corinthians 2:9, which speaks of things "God has prepared for those who love Him" that "Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, Nor have entered into the heart of man." The experience of living in this love is described as undeniably "better," leading to an irresistible surrender: "I cannot resist You Lord." It speaks to the deep contentment and joy found in a life surrendered to God, where His presence brings a "fullness of joy" and "pleasures forevermore," as described in Psalm 16:11.
The bridge serves as a powerful reflection on the journey, solidifying the commitment forged through shared experience: "And after all this time with You by my side, I can’t imagine what it’d be like on my own." This profound sense of dependence and the unimaginable thought of a life without divine companionship underscore the depth of the relationship. It’s a firm resolve, a declaration that "this love is all I’ve got," culminating in the ultimate purpose: "You're the only one I know worth living for." This resonates with Philippians 1:21, "For to me, to live is Christ," articulating a life where every breath and every action finds its meaning and value solely in God. "Where You Are" ultimately leaves us with an inspiring message of hope and unwavering devotion, reminding us that in the relentless pursuit of God's presence, we find our truest selves, our deepest joy, and our eternal home.