Juanita Bynum - Peace Lyrics
Lyrics
You are my peace
You are my peace
You are my peace
And I worship thee
(repeat)
You have delivered my soul
When the battle was against me
And Your promises You kept
That Your Word will set me free
(If I just) keep my mind on thee
You'll keep me in perfect peace
You have delivered my soul
(From the snare of the enemy)
In the midst of my storm
You held and protected me
(If I just) keep my mind on thee
You'll keep me in perfect peace
You have delivered my soul
(From the snare of the enemy)
In the midst of my storm
You held and protected me
(If I just) keep my mind on thee
You'll keep me in perfect peace
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Peace
My Peace
Peace
You're My Peace
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Meaning & Inspiration
Juanita Bynum’s powerful anthem, "Peace," emerged from her album *Morning Glory: Volume One Peace*, released on March 9, 1999. This song immediately established itself not merely as a musical piece but as a profound spiritual declaration, resonating deeply within the fabric of Christian worship. At its core, "Peace" is a testament to the sovereign nature of God as the ultimate source of tranquility amidst life's inherent turbulence, a truth Bynum has consistently championed throughout her ministry. The composition offers solace and unwavering assurance, reflecting a deeply personal yet universally accessible journey of finding refuge in divine presence, regardless of external circumstances. It's a candid acknowledgement of struggle, seamlessly interwoven with a triumphant declaration of God's unwavering faithfulness, designed to uplift and anchor believers in their faith.
The profound message of "Peace" unfolds through its direct and repetitive affirmation, initially declaring, "You are my peace." This isn't merely a request for peace or an observation of a peaceful moment; it’s a categorical statement of identity, positioning God Himself as the very embodiment of peace. This resonates with scriptural understanding, as expressed in Ephesians 2:14, where Christ is declared "our peace," and Isaiah 9:6, which hails Him as the "Prince of Peace." The natural response to such a revelation is immediate and profound worship, as the lyrics move to "And I worship thee." This reflects Psalm 29:2, which calls us to "worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness," recognizing His inherent worthiness not just for what He does, but for who He is.
The song then delves into the experiential reality of God's intervention, stating, "You have delivered my soul / When the battle was against me." This speaks to the universal human experience of conflict and opposition, whether spiritual, emotional, or circumstantial. Here, the lyrics echo the numerous accounts of divine deliverance found in Scripture. Psalm 34:17 assures us, "The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles." Furthering this theme of divine reliability, the song declares, "And Your promises You kept / That Your Word will set me free." This highlights God's integrity and the liberating power of His truth. John 8:32 states, "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free," while Psalm 119:105 beautifully illustrates, "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." This reinforces the biblical principle that God’s Word is not only trustworthy but actively powerful in bringing freedom.
A pivotal and most encouraging aspect of "Peace" is the direct reference to Isaiah 26:3, captured in the lines, "(If I just) keep my mind on thee / You'll keep me in perfect peace." This powerful promise underscores the conditional yet certain nature of God’s perfect peace, contingent on a focused, unwavering trust in Him. It’s a call to intentionality, urging the worshiper to direct their thoughts and affections towards the divine, thereby activating the divine promise of inner calm that surpasses human understanding, as described in Philippians 4:7. The song revisits the theme of deliverance, adding, "You have delivered my soul / (From the snare of the enemy)." This directly alludes to spiritual warfare and God's protection from the adversarial forces, a concept deeply rooted in scriptures like Psalm 91:3, "Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare."
The narrative then confronts the unavoidable reality of suffering with the declaration, "In the midst of my storm / You held and protected me." This is perhaps one of the most comforting assurances in the song, emphasizing God's active presence and protective embrace not after the storm has passed, but precisely *within* its tumult. This mirrors the biblical accounts of God's sustaining power through trials, reminiscent of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4:39, and the profound assurance in Isaiah 43:2: "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you." The repeated sentiment, "(If I just) keep my mind on thee / You'll keep me in perfect peace," serves as a recurring anchor, reinforcing the central mechanism for experiencing this divine calm. The song concludes with a simple yet profound vamp, reiterating "Peace, My Peace, Peace, You're My Peace," solidifying the personal, possessive relationship believers can have with the very essence of God's tranquility. Through its direct declarations and scripturally grounded affirmations, "Peace" stands as a timeless reminder that true peace is not found in the absence of trouble, but in the steadfast presence of God.