Israel Houghton - Jesus At The Center Lyrics
Lyrics
Jesus at the center of it all
Jesus at the center of it all
From beginning to the end
It will always be, it's always been You Jesus
Jesus
Jesus at the center of it all
Jesus at the center of it all
From beginning to the end
It will always be, it's always been You Jesus
Jesus
Nothing else matters, nothing in this world will do
Jesus You're the center, everything revolves around You
Jesus You, at the center of it all
The center of it all
Jesus be the center of my life
Jesus be the center of my life
From beginning to the end
It will always be, it's always been You Jesus
Jesus
Nothing else matters, nothing in this world will do
Jesus You're the center, everything revolves around You
Jesus You
Nothing else matters, nothing in this world will do
Jesus You're the center, everything revolves around You
Jesus You
From my heart to the Heavens
Jesus be the center
It's all about You
Yes it's all about You
repeat
So Jesus be the center of Your church
Jesus be the center of Your church
And every knee will bow
And every tongue shall confess You Jesus, Jesus
Say His name, Jesus, Jesus...
From my heart to the Heavens
Jesus be the center
It's all about You
Yes it's all about You
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Israel & New Breed - Jesus At the Center (Live Performance)
Meaning & Inspiration
Israel Houghton's "Jesus At The Center," released on March 6, 2012, as part of his album "Decade," stands as a powerful declaration of Christ's unparalleled supremacy. This composition transcends a simple praise chorus, serving as a theological anchor that grounds the worshiper in the foundational truth of the Christian faith: that all of existence, both seen and unseen, originates from, centers on, and ultimately points back to Jesus. It is a profound meditation on the eternal nature and ultimate authority of Christ, prompting a reorientation of perspective from the temporal to the divine.
The song immediately establishes its core message with the repeated assertion, "Jesus at the center of it all." This isn't merely a statement of belief but a recognition of a cosmic reality. The accompanying line, "From beginning to the end, it will always be, it's always been You Jesus," echoes the timeless attributes of God as revealed in Scripture. This reflects biblical truths such as those found in Revelation 1:8, where God declares, "I am the Alpha and the Omega," signifying His eternal presence from creation to consummation. Colossians 1:16-17 further elucidates this, stating, "For in Him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible... all things have been created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together." The song invites us to acknowledge this divine blueprint, where Christ is not just a historical figure but the ever-present, sustaining force of the universe.
The declaration "Nothing else matters, nothing in this world will do. Jesus You're the center, everything revolves around You" then brings this cosmic truth into sharp, personal focus. It articulates a profound spiritual longing and its singular fulfillment. This resonates deeply with the psalmist's cry in Psalm 73:25, "Whom have I in heaven but You? And earth has nothing I desire besides You." In a world clamoring for attention and offering endless distractions, this line cuts through the noise, reminding us that ultimate satisfaction, purpose, and peace are found exclusively in aligning our lives with Christ. It is an invitation to shed the weight of worldly pursuits and cling to the one steadfast reality.
Moving from a universal truth to an individual plea, the song pivots with "Jesus be the center of my life." This shifts from acknowledging an objective reality to making a subjective commitment. It's a prayer of surrender, inviting Christ to take His rightful place as the guiding principle and highest priority in every facet of one's existence. This echoes the instruction in Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight." It’s a call to live out Philippians 1:21, where Paul boldly declares, "For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain," embodying a life utterly devoted to His will and purpose. This personal alignment ensures that our actions, thoughts, and desires are continually calibrated to His divine standard.
The song culminates by extending this central theme to the collective body of believers, stating, "So Jesus be the center of Your church." This is a powerful appeal for unity and focus within the Christian community, recognizing Christ as the undisputed head, as articulated in Ephesians 1:22-23 and Colossians 1:18. When the church places Jesus at its core, its mission becomes clear, its divisions diminish, and its witness shines brighter. The final prophetic declaration, "And every knee will bow and every tongue shall confess You Jesus," references Philippians 2:9-11, foretelling a future where all creation will ultimately acknowledge Christ's sovereignty. It’s a powerful vision of the future, a reminder that the personal and ecclesial commitment to His centrality is part of a grander, universal redemptive plan. "Jesus At The Center" is not just a song to be sung; it is a profound theological statement to be embraced, a prayer to be lived, and a constant reminder of the unwavering source of all life, purpose, and hope.