Jonathan Butler - Don't You Worry Lyrics
Lyrics
Don't have to worry
About the clothes you wear
Do't have to fret
Baby don't despair
Don't be concerned
If you lose it all
There is a reason
Reason for it all
Don't you worry
Be still tonight
Don't you worry
It will be alright
Troubles come
Cast your care on him
When you are alone
He'll take you unto His own
Don't be discouraged
Baby have no fear
He won't forsake you
He will always be there
Don't you worry
Be still tonight
Don't you worry
Everything gonna be alright
Don't worry
The battle he'll fight
Don't you worry
It's gonna be alright
When the going gets tough
Don't you give up
You've come to far to let go
God has a plan
A plan for you
It doesn't matter what your going through
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Don't You Worry
Meaning & Inspiration
Jonathan Butler's "Don't You Worry," a powerful track released on September 28, 2004, from his album *The Worship Project*, serves as a profound musical affirmation of divine care and unwavering hope. This song is a beautifully crafted message, directly addressing the anxieties that weigh on the human spirit, guiding hearts toward a quiet confidence found only in faith. Its purpose is clear: to lift spirits, calm fears, and remind souls of a foundational truth often forgotten amidst life's storms – that a higher power meticulously oversees every detail.
The narrative woven throughout "Don't You Worry" is one of liberation from earthly concerns, beginning with an encouragement to release anxieties over material possessions and outward appearances, such as the clothes one wears, or the potential loss of everything. This message resonates deeply with the teachings of Jesus in Matthew 6:25-34, where he instructs against worrying about food, drink, or clothing, pointing to the lilies of the field and the birds of the air as examples of God's perfect provision. The song posits that there is an ultimate "reason for it all," an underlying divine purpose even in moments of perceived loss or instability, inviting a trust that transcends immediate circumstances.
The core of the song's comfort is encapsulated in its repeated refrain: "Don't you worry, be still tonight, everything gonna be alright." This powerful call to stillness echoes Psalm 46:10, "Be still, and know that I am God." It’s an invitation not just to cease external striving but to quiet the inner turmoil, to surrender control, and to rest in the assurance of God’s sovereign hand. This stillness is not passive resignation but an active choice to place trust in a benevolent Creator who promises that ultimate well-being is secured. The song continues to reinforce this profound trust, asserting that "troubles come, cast your care on him." This direct instruction mirrors the apostle Peter's exhortation in 1 Peter 5:7 to "cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you," and also reflects Psalm 55:22, urging us to "cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you." It emphasizes a personal, intimate relationship where God actively receives and alleviates our burdens, particularly when we feel isolated, assuring us that "when you are alone, He'll take you unto His own."
Further into the message, the song tackles the profound feelings of discouragement and fear, offering a steadfast promise: "Don't be discouraged, baby have no fear, He won't forsake you, He will always be there." This echoes numerous biblical assurances, such as Deuteronomy 31:6 and Hebrews 13:5, where God promises, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." This divine faithfulness is a bedrock of Christian belief, a constant presence that dispels the darkness of abandonment and loneliness. The song then broadens its scope, reminding us that "the battle he'll fight," a powerful imagery reminiscent of Exodus 14:14, where Moses tells the Israelites, "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." It underscores the reality that we are not left to contend with life's struggles on our own but have a divine champion.
The song culminates with a stirring call to perseverance, declaring, "When the going gets tough, don't you give up, you've come too far to let go." This is more than mere human resilience; it is a faith-driven endurance rooted in the knowledge that "God has a plan, a plan for you." This declaration strongly aligns with Jeremiah 29:11, where God declares, "For I know the plans I have for you... plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." It also resonates with Romans 8:28, which assures us that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him." Jonathan Butler’s "Don't You Worry" is therefore not merely a song but a profound theological statement set to music, a vibrant tapestry of scriptural comfort designed to anchor the soul in turbulent times. It is an inspiring reminder that regardless of present circumstances, an overarching divine purpose is at play, guaranteeing that "it's gonna be alright."