Lauren Talley - I Live Lyrics
Lyrics
Move in me as You must
Breathe Your life into this dust
Mold my heart to Your will
Shape this shapeless form until
I live to sing Your praise
Like a lullaby like amazing grace
I live to sing your praise
Till my days are done
And I see Your face
Mysteries I may not know
Until I stand before your throne
And lift my eyes to take You in
I'll long for this but until then
I live to sing Your praise
Like a lullaby like amazing grace
I live to sing Your praise
Till my days are done
And I see Your face
Move in me as you must
breathe your life into this dust
I live to sing Your praise
Like a lullaby like amazing grace
I live to sing your praise
Till my days are done
And I see Your face
Till my days are done
And I see your face
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I Live
Meaning & Inspiration
Lauren Talley's "I Live," released on May 17, 2005, as the title track of her album, is a profound declaration of surrender and purpose, deeply rooted in a Christian worldview. The song's genesis seems to stem from a powerful desire to dedicate one's entire existence to the Creator, a sentiment echoed throughout Scripture. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a soul yearning for divine direction, acknowledging human limitations and the need for God's active presence. Phrases like "Move in me as You must" and "Mold my heart to Your will" speak to a complete yielding, a willingness to be shaped and transformed by a higher power, much like a potter works with clay as described in Jeremiah 18:6, "Behold, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are you in my hand, O house of Israel." The core message revolves around the singular aim to "live to sing Your praise," elevating this act to a lifelong endeavor, a constant expression of gratitude and devotion.
The aspiration to "sing Your praise" is framed not just as a vocal act but as a way of life, akin to a "lullaby" offering comfort and peace, and reminiscent of "Amazing Grace," the timeless hymn celebrating redemption and undeserved favor. This connects directly to the Psalmist's many exclamations of praise, such as in Psalm 100:1-2, "Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs." The song acknowledges the mysteries of faith, the ultimate understanding that will only be revealed in the eternal presence of God, "Until I stand before your throne / And lift my eyes to take You in." This anticipation of heavenly glory is a recurring theme in the New Testament, for example, in Philippians 3:20-21, which speaks of Christ transforming our lowly bodies to be like his glorious body. The longing for that ultimate encounter fuels the present dedication to praise, suggesting that the anticipation of what is to come provides the impetus for faithful living now. The repeated affirmation, "I live to sing Your praise, Till my days are done / And I see Your face," is a powerful testament to a faith that finds its ultimate meaning and fulfillment in the direct communion with God, a hope that underpins the entire Christian narrative. This dedication to praise, from the dust of earthly existence to the beatific vision, encapsulates the song's deeply spiritual and inspiring call to a life lived in service and adoration.