Kari Jobe - Be Still My Soul (In You I Rest) Lyrics
Lyrics
He is here for the broken and life to the one who is undone
He is peace to the wounded and hope for the helpless one
He is here, He is here
Be still my soul, be still
Be still my soul, be still
Wait patiently upon the Lord
Be still my soul, be still
When the waves rise against me and the wind tries to draw me away
I will stand on the mountain, safe in Your arms I will sing I will sing
Be still my soul, be still
Be still my soul, be still
Wait patiently upon the Lord
Be still my soul, be still
Be still I know He is God
He is here, He is here
Be still I know He is God
He is here, He is here
So be still my soul, be still
Be still my soul, be still
Wait patiently upon the Lord
Be still my soul, be still
Wait patiently upon the Lord
Be still my soul, be still
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Kari Jobe - Be Still My Soul (In You I Rest) [Lyrics]
Meaning & Inspiration
Kari Jobe's single, "Be Still My Soul (In You I Rest)," released in 2013, offers a profound meditation on finding peace and unwavering trust in God amidst life's inevitable storms. Drawing its power from a deep well of biblical truth, this song transcends mere musicality to become a spiritual anchor for the soul. The core message resonates with the ancient wisdom found in passages like Psalm 46:10, which exhorts us to "Be still, and know that I am God." Jobe beautifully articulates God's ever-present nature as a source of solace for the hurting, the lost, and those overwhelmed by circumstances. The lyrics powerfully describe Him as "peace to the wounded and hope for the helpless one," directly echoing the promises of Isaiah 41:10: "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." The song’s imperative to "Be still my soul" is not a call to passivity, but rather an invitation to consciously surrender control and rest in the sovereignty of a loving Creator. This is further illuminated by the repeated encouragement to "Wait patiently upon the Lord," a sentiment deeply ingrained in Scripture, reminding us of the faithfulness of God, as seen in Lamentations 3:25: "The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him, to the good to the one who seeks him." When faced with adversity, depicted through the imagery of rising waves and distracting winds, the song provides a powerful declaration of faith: "I will stand on the mountain, safe in Your arms I will sing." This speaks to the security found in God’s protection, reminiscent of the psalmist’s cry in Psalm 27:5, "For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his tent, he will lift me high upon a rock." The repeated affirmation, "Be still I know He is God," serves as a resolute declaration of belief, grounding the listener in the unshakeable truth of God's divine presence and power, just as Moses proclaimed in Exodus 14:13: "Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today." Ultimately, "Be Still My Soul (In You I Rest)" is an inspiring testament to the transformative power of abiding in God, offering a sanctuary of peace and steadfast hope for all who will heed its gentle, yet firm, invitation to stillness.