Laura Story - Faithful God Lyrics
Lyrics
May the grace that sought my heart on that first day
Be the grace that binds my heart to stay
May the truth that opened up my eyes on that first time
Be the thoughts on my mind that never go away
For You are a lamp to my feet
A light to my path
You're the hand that's holding me
Faithful God, every promise kept
Every need You've met, Faithful God
All I am and all I'll ever be
Is all because You love faithfully
Faithful God
May the love that caught my heart to set it free
Be the love that others see in me
And may this hope that's reaches to the depths of human need
Be the song that I sing in joy and suffering
For you are the love that never leaves
The friend that won't deceive
You're the one sure thing
Faithful God, every promise kept
Every need You've met, Faithful God
All I am and all I'll ever be
Is all because You love faithfully
Faithful God
How deep, how wide the love
That pierced His side, the love
Redemption's mine, O Love that will not let me go
How deep the love (How deep, how wide the love)
How deep the love (That pierced His side, the love)
Redemption's mine, O Love that will not let me go
How deep, how wide the love
That pierced His side, the love
Redemption's mine, O Love that will not let me go
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Faithful God
Meaning & Inspiration
Laura Story’s profound worship anthem, "Faithful God," released on April 12, 2011, as a significant track on her acclaimed album "Blessings," stands as a timeless declaration of divine steadfastness. This song delves deeply into the unchanging nature of God, articulating a prayerful longing for His initial work of grace, truth, and love to persist and deepen throughout a believer’s life. It captures the essence of a soul rooted in the assurance of God's character, offering both a personal plea and a universal affirmation of His constant presence and provision. The narrative woven through the lyrics is one of ongoing dependence and a grateful remembrance of the salvation journey, moving from a personal transformation to a public testimony of hope and an ultimate embrace of redemptive love.
The opening lines of "Faithful God" begin with an earnest appeal: "May the grace that sought my heart on that first day / Be the grace that binds my heart to stay." This profound request speaks to the initial encounter with God's saving grace, a moment akin to that described in Ephesians 2:8-9 where salvation is by grace through faith. It then extends to a desire for perseverance, echoing Philippians 1:6, which assures us that the work God began He will carry on to completion. Following this, the lyrics express a wish for continuous spiritual illumination: "May the truth that opened up my eyes on that first time / Be the thoughts on my mind that never go away." This highlights the illuminating power of God's Word, a lamp to our feet and a light to our path as celebrated in Psalm 119:105, and a prayer for continuous meditation on divine revelation, ensuring that foundational truths remain ever-present. The interlude before the chorus beautifully reinforces this theme, declaring, "For You are a lamp to my feet / A light to my path / You're the hand that's holding me," drawing directly from Scripture to affirm God’s guidance and unwavering support, reminiscent of Isaiah 41:10 where God promises to uphold His people.
The chorus serves as the song's central declaration: "Faithful God, every promise kept / Every need You've met, Faithful God / All I am and all I'll ever be / Is all because You love faithfully." Here, the song moves into a powerful affirmation of God's attributes. His faithfulness is a cornerstone of biblical theology, consistently proclaimed in Lamentations 3:22-23 and Deuteronomy 7:9. The assurance that "every promise kept" directly aligns with 2 Corinthians 1:20, which states that all of God’s promises find their "Yes" in Christ. The acknowledgment that "every need You've met" resonates with Philippians 4:19, affirming His abundant provision. The crowning statement, "All I am and all I'll ever be / Is all because You love faithfully," attributes existence, purpose, and future entirely to God's steadfast love, a love that nothing can separate us from, as Romans 8:38-39 declares.
The second verse builds upon these foundations, shifting focus to the outward manifestation of inward transformation: "May the love that caught my heart to set it free / Be the love that others see in me." This reflects the liberating power of Christ's love, as stated in John 8:36, and challenges the worshipper to embody this love for the world to witness, fulfilling the command in John 13:35 to love one another. The verse continues with a prayer for enduring hope: "And may this hope that's reaches to the depths of human need / Be the song that I sing in joy and suffering." This speaks to the resilient hope found in Christ, which perseveres through trials, as described in Romans 5:3-5, and encourages a posture of praise and joy irrespective of circumstances, drawing from 1 Thessalonians 5:18. The pre-chorus reinforces this unwavering trust, proclaiming, "For you are the love that never leaves / The friend that won't deceive / You're the one sure thing," echoing the assurance of Hebrews 13:5 that God will never leave nor forsake His own, and highlighting His supreme trustworthiness, a friend more loyal than any earthly companion (Proverbs 18:24).
The bridge section of "Faithful God" introduces a profound theological climax, moving beyond personal experience to the historical act of redemption: "How deep, how wide the love / That pierced His side, the love / Redemption's mine, O Love that will not let me go." This powerful stanza directs attention to the ultimate expression of God’s faithfulness—the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. The imagery of "pierced His side" directly references John 19:34, a vivid reminder of Christ’s suffering and death for humanity's sins. The declaration "Redemption's mine" is a personal claim on the salvation secured through this sacrifice, a truth beautifully explained in Ephesians 1:7. The concluding line, "O Love that will not let me go," resonates with the classic hymn and powerfully encapsulates the tenacious, sovereign love of God that pursues and holds His children, assuring them of an unbreakable bond. This repeated affirmation of the "deep, wide love" serves not just as a catchy phrase but as a deeply embedded scriptural truth, reinforcing the immeasurable, all-encompassing nature of divine love that underpins every facet of God’s faithfulness. "Faithful God" ultimately serves as an anchor for the soul, reminding every believer that despite life's uncertainties, the character of God remains the singular, unwavering constant, inspiring worship and resolute trust.