Jon Egan - I'll Be Ok Lyrics
Lyrics
I will throw myself down at Your feet
I will live out my life on my knees
You alone I run too
No one helps me like You
I'll be ok when I'm safe in Your arms
And the thoughts of this world fade away
I'll be ok with You
I'll be ok when it's You by my side
And the tears of this life wipe away
I'll be ok with You
I will lay down my pride for Your grace
I will give anything for one look one look
At Your face
You alone I run to
No one helps me like You
I'll be I'll be I'll be ok with You I'll be
I'll be I'll be ok
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I'll Be Ok
Meaning & Inspiration
Jon Egan's "I'll Be Ok," released on June 23, 2015, emerges as a profound declaration of unwavering faith and surrender, capturing the essence of a soul finding ultimate solace in the divine. The song's narrative unfolds as a personal testament, moving from a position of humble submission to an experience of profound peace. It speaks to the universal human condition of seeking refuge, finding it not in worldly assurances or self-reliance, but in the unwavering presence and embrace of God. The central message is an assurance that regardless of life's trials and tribulations, true well-being is anchored in an intimate relationship with the Creator.
The initial verses paint a vivid picture of complete prostration and dependence. The act of throwing oneself down at God's feet and committing to live life on one's knees is a powerful metaphor for humility, worship, and constant prayer, echoing the posture of devotion seen throughout Scripture (Psalm 95:6). It’s a recognition that apart from the divine, human effort and strength are insufficient. The declaration, "You alone I run to, no one helps me like You," is a pure articulation of exclusive trust, reminiscent of King David’s cry in Psalm 46:1, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." This foundational trust establishes the bedrock for the peace that follows, illustrating that our primary response to life's challenges should be to turn singularly towards God.
The chorus serves as the song's anchoring promise, a confident affirmation that peace and stability are found within God's protective embrace. The lines envision a state where worldly anxieties and fleeting thoughts fade away, replaced by the deep security of being "safe in Your arms." This resonates deeply with passages like Deuteronomy 33:27, which describes the eternal God as a dwelling place, with "everlasting arms underneath." Furthermore, the assurance that "the tears of this life wipe away" when God is by one's side powerfully evokes the future hope of Revelation 21:4, where God himself will wipe every tear from our eyes, and there will be no more death, sorrow, crying, or pain. The song brings this future hope into the present, suggesting that even amidst current suffering, God's presence provides a foretaste of that ultimate comfort.
Further into the song, the theme of surrender deepens with the powerful assertion, "I will lay down my pride for Your grace." This line underscores a critical spiritual truth: access to God's grace often requires the humbling of one's ego and self-sufficiency (James 4:6, "God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble"). It's a recognition that divine favor is not earned but freely given to those who acknowledge their need. The yearning expressed for "one look at Your face" speaks to a profound longing for intimacy and direct communion with God, a desire that echoes the psalmist's plea in Psalm 27:8, "My heart says of You, 'Seek His face!' Your face, Lord, I will seek." This isn't merely a request for intervention but a yearning for connection, for the transformative experience of beholding the divine presence, which the Bible often associates with blessing and understanding (Numbers 6:25).
"I'll Be Ok" ultimately delivers an inspiring and profoundly biblical message of hope and resilience, rooted in an active, dependent relationship with God. It isn't a passive acceptance of circumstance but an active choice to place one's trust and entire being into divine hands. The song doesn't promise an absence of struggle, but rather a secure foundation through struggle, a peace that transcends earthly understanding because it originates from an eternal source (Philippians 4:7). It calls individuals to a posture of humility, an exclusive reliance on God, and a heartfelt longing for His presence, reminding us that in every storm, and through every trial, our deepest well-being is indeed found "with You."