Kari Jobe - The More I Seek You Lyrics
Lyrics
The more I seek you,
The more I find you
The more I find you, the more I love you
I wanna sit at your feet
Drink from the cup in your hand.
Lay back against you and breath, feel your heart beat
This love is so deep, it's more than I can stand.
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Kari Jobe - The More I Seek You w/lyrics
Meaning & Inspiration
"The More I Seek You," a foundational piece from Kari Jobe's 2005 album *Healing Waters*, immediately draws the listener into an intimate devotional experience. The song's genesis lies in a deeply personal expression of a Christian's burgeoning relationship with God, aiming to articulate the profound joy and transformative power found in seeking Him. The core message resonates with the biblical principle that drawing near to God causes Him to draw near to us, a truth powerfully echoed in James 4:8: "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you." The lyrics, though concise, paint a vivid picture of complete surrender and desire for closeness, moving beyond intellectual understanding to a visceral, relational connection. Jobe's invitation to "sit at your feet," "drink from the cup in your hand," and "lay back against you and breath, feel your heart beat" isn't merely poetic imagery; it speaks to the desire for humble submission and communion, reminiscent of Mary sitting at Jesus' feet, choosing the "one thing that is necessary" (Luke 10:42). The phrase "feel your heart beat" evokes a longing for the very life and presence of God, aligning with the Psalmist's declaration, "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God" (Psalm 42:1). The overwhelming nature of this divine love, described as "more than I can stand," is a testament to the boundless and all-consuming affection God offers, a love that transcends human capacity to fully comprehend, much like the apostle Paul's prayer for believers to "know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge" (Ephesians 3:19). This song masterfully encapsulates the reciprocal nature of faith: the more one actively pursues God, the more readily His presence is revealed, leading to an ever-deepening affection and adoration. It is a powerful anthem for anyone seeking to cultivate a richer, more intimate walk with the Creator, reminding us that the journey of seeking is itself a path to finding and being found by Him.