Israel Houghton - To Worship You I Live Lyrics
Lyrics
Away away from the noise
alone with you
away away to hear your voice
and meet with you
nothing else matters my one desire is
To worship you I live
to worship you I live I live to worship you
To worship you I live
to worship you I live I live to worship you
Away away, away away from the noise alone with you
Away away to hear your voice and meet with you
It's been a while but heart my heart cry again
To worship you I live
to worship you I live I live to worship you
To worship you I live
to worship you I live I live to worship you
To worship you I live
to worship you I live I live to worship you
To worship you I live
to worship you I live I live to worship you
To worship you I live
to worship you I live I live to worship you
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TO WORSHIP YOU I LIVE - ISRAEL & NEW BREED
Meaning & Inspiration
Israel Houghton's "To Worship You I Live," featured on his 2009 album *Decade*, stands as a profound declaration of unwavering devotion, a musical testament to the Christian life lived as an act of perpetual homage to God. Far from a mere song of praise, it encapsulates a lifestyle commitment, a conscious decision to orient every aspect of one's existence towards glorifying the Creator. The driving force behind this piece is the deep understanding that true worship extends beyond the confines of Sunday services and scheduled times of prayer; it is meant to permeate the everyday, transforming mundane moments into opportunities to honor God. This resonates deeply with the biblical exhortation in 1 Corinthians 10:31, which encourages believers to "do everything for the glory of God." Houghton's message suggests that our very breath, our thoughts, our actions, and our relationships become a sanctuary where God's presence is acknowledged and revered.
The song’s core message echoes the sentiments found in Romans 12:1, where Paul urges believers to present their bodies as "living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God." This is not a one-time offering, but a continuous surrender of self, aligning our will with God's divine purpose. "To Worship You I Live" articulates this active, ongoing surrender, emphasizing that life itself becomes the instrument of worship. It’s a beautiful reflection of Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:16, where He instructs His followers to "let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." By living a life dedicated to God, we inadvertently draw attention to His goodness and power. The song inspires a holistic approach to faith, where professional pursuits, personal challenges, and moments of joy are all viewed through the lens of worship. It’s a powerful reminder that our earthly journey is not merely a prelude to eternity, but an integral part of our ongoing communion with God, a continuous outpouring of gratitude for His faithfulness, His sacrifice, and His enduring love, as described in Psalm 103:1-2: "Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits." This dedication to living a life that honors God in all things is the very essence of discipleship, a beautiful and inspiring vision of a life fully surrendered to divine purpose.