Kristian Stanfill - Lead Us On Lyrics
Lyrics
Trade our human dreams
For what we cannot see
What our hands can hold
For eternal things
Give our moments for
Endless glory
'Cause we wanna be the ones
Who follow where You lead
We are believing there is more that
We've not seen
So lead us on, lead us on
To light and revelation
Lead us on, lead us on, oh Lord
Lead us on, to Your heart
Your purpose and Your passion
Lead us on, to Your heart, oh Lord
'Cause we wanna be the ones
Who follow where You lead
'Cause we wanna be the ones
Who hear You when You speak
We are believing there is more that
We've not seen
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Lead Us On
Meaning & Inspiration
Kristian Stanfill's "Lead Us On," released on January 27, 2015, stands as a profound declaration of surrender and a fervent prayer for divine guidance in the journey of faith. The song’s essence lies in its urgent call to reorient our affections and aspirations from the temporary to the eternal, a theme deeply woven into the fabric of Christian teaching. It challenges us to willingly exchange our meticulously crafted "human dreams" and the tangible possessions "our hands can hold" for a grander, unseen reality and "eternal things." This isn't a call to aimless wandering but a deliberate trade of fleeting moments for "endless glory," mirroring the scriptural invitation to lay up treasures in heaven rather than on earth, where moth and rust destroy (Matthew 6:19-21). It encourages a perspective shift, viewing our earthly existence through the lens of eternity, much like Paul's reminder that what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal (2 Corinthians 4:18).
The core of "Lead Us On" reveals a collective yearning to be found among those who truly follow God’s direction. The repeated affirmation, "We wanna be the ones who follow where You lead," articulates a desire for active discipleship and obedience, echoing Jesus’s words that His sheep hear His voice and follow Him (John 10:27). This isn't merely passive acceptance but an intentional choosing to step onto the path God illuminates, even when the destination remains unclear. It is underpinned by a powerful conviction: "We are believing there is more that We’ve not seen." This confession speaks to the vastness of God's character, His promises, and the spiritual depth yet to be discovered, compelling us to press beyond our current understanding and experience into the limitless wonders of His presence. It's a faith similar to Abraham's, who went out, not knowing where he was going, simply trusting God's command (Hebrews 11:8).
The song culminates in a powerful, repeated supplication: "Lead us on, lead us on, to light and revelation." This prayer is a desperate plea for divine clarity and truth in a world often obscured by confusion and falsehood. It yearns for the guiding presence of God’s Word, which is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path (Psalm 119:105), and for the Spirit of wisdom and revelation that allows us to know God better (Ephesians 1:17-18). Beyond mere direction, the song dives deeper, seeking to be led "to Your heart, Your purpose and Your passion." This profound longing is for an intimate communion with the very essence of God Himself. It’s a desire to not just understand His commands, but to comprehend His eternal design, to align our lives with His overarching will, and to embrace His fervent love and zeal for His creation. This resonates with the biblical depiction of David as a man after God’s own heart (Acts 13:22), striving to reflect God’s character and pursue His purposes. To be led to God's purpose is to find our true calling within His grand narrative (Romans 8:28, Ephesians 1:11). The passion sought is an impartation of His divine fervor, motivating us with the same love that compelled Him to sacrifice for us (John 3:16, Romans 5:8). The song's final iteration reinforces the desire to be sensitive to God's voice, to "hear You when You speak," emphasizing the crucial role of spiritual attentiveness and discernment in an ongoing relationship with the divine. "Lead Us On" serves as an anthem for those earnestly seeking a richer, more profound walk with God, encouraging a continuous posture of faith, surrender, and hopeful expectation for all that is yet unseen.