Kutless - I Lift My Eyes Up Lyrics
Lyrics
I lift my eyes up, unto the mountains
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from You, maker of heaven
Creator of the earth
Oh how I need you Lord
You are my only hope
You're my only prayer
So I will wait for You
To come and rescue me
To come and give me life
I lift my eyes up, unto the mountains
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from You, maker of heaven
Creator of the earth
Oh how I need you Lord
You are my only hope
You're my only prayer
So I will wait for You
To come and rescue me
To come and give me life
I lift my eyes up, unto the mountains
Where does my help come from?
Oh how I need you Lord
You are my only hope
You're my only prayer
So I will wait for You
To come and rescue me
To come and give me life
Oh how I need you Lord
You are my only hope
You're my only prayer
So I will wait for You
To come and rescue me
To come and give me life
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I Lift My Eyes
Meaning & Inspiration
Kutless offered a profound anchor of faith with the release of their song, "I Lift My Eyes Up," on July 24, 2017. This track is a direct, musical interpretation of one of Scripture’s most comforting passages, Psalm 121. The opening words immediately transport the listener to the ancient psalmist’s posture of seeking divine intervention: "I lift my eyes up, unto the mountains / Where does my help come from?" This isn't just a lyrical question; it’s the universal human cry for aid when faced with trials that seem insurmountable, when our own strength and earthly resources prove insufficient. The song then swiftly provides the definitive, hope-filled answer, declaring, "My help comes from You, maker of heaven / Creator of the earth." This foundational truth, echoing Psalm 121:2, anchors our hope not in the visible peaks or valleys of life, but in the unshakeable power of the Almighty, the One who spoke the cosmos into existence and holds all creation in His hands. It's a powerful redirect of focus from our circumstances to the omnipotent God.
The song then deepens this confession of dependence with the earnest plea, "Oh how I need you Lord / You are my only hope / You're my only prayer." This isn't a casual statement but a profound surrender, an acknowledgment that apart from God, all other avenues lead to futility. This sentiment resonates deeply with teachings found throughout the Bible, reminding us that God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble, as Psalm 46:1 proclaims. To declare Him as "only hope" speaks to the exclusivity of His salvation and provision, aligning with passages like Acts 4:12, which states there is salvation in no one else. The phrase "only prayer" signifies a singular, unwavering focus of communication and petition, recognizing that genuine answers and transformation come solely from His throne. It's a stripping away of all pretenses and secondary solutions, placing absolute reliance on the divine.
Building upon this profound need and singular hope, "I Lift My Eyes Up" moves into a posture of patient expectation: "So I will wait for You / To come and rescue me / To come and give me life." This "waiting" is far from passive; it’s an active, hopeful trust in God's perfect timing and unfailing faithfulness. It’s the kind of waiting encouraged in Isaiah 40:31, where those who wait upon the Lord "shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles." This promise of rescue isn't merely for immediate relief from present troubles, but encompasses a deeper, holistic deliverance. The longing "to come and give me life" speaks not just to physical existence, but to the abundant, eternal life promised through faith, a life that triumphs over despair and provides purpose even in suffering, as spoken of in John 10:10. The repetition of these core declarations throughout the song isn’t redundant; it's a meditative reinforcement, allowing the central truths to sink deep into the spirit, fostering a resilient faith that finds its ultimate security in the Creator of heaven and earth. It is a powerful anthem of trust, inviting all to fix their gaze upward and find their help in the unwavering love and power of God.