LIFE Worship - Peace Be Mine Lyrics
Lyrics
Instrumental
Verse 1
Through the valley in every storm
I know You're near
In the silence, in the stillness of night
Let peace be mine
Chorus
I'm not lost or alone, You have found me
It's Your love in my soul that echoes on and on and on
Be still my soul and know that He is God
That He is God
Verse 2
You who leads me will give me rest
And restore my soul
You who voided the sin that had me bound
Let peace be mine
Chorus
I'm not lost or alone, You have found me
It's Your love in my soul that echoes on and on and on
Be still my soul and know that He is God
I'm not lost or alone, You have found me
It's Your love in my soul that echoes on and on and on
Be still my soul and know that He is God
That He is God
Interlude
Bridge
I will not fear, I know You are for me
I know You are with me, Jesus
In You, I find, the fullness of Your freedom
You're all I ever needed, Your peace is mine
I will not fear, I know You are for me
I know You are with me, Jesus
In You, I find, the fullness of Your freedom
You're all I ever needed, Your peace is mine
I will not fear, I know You are for me
I know You are with me, Jesus
In You, I find, the fullness of Your freedom
You're all I ever needed, Your peace is mine
Chorus
I'm not lost or alone, You have found me
It's Your love in my soul that echoes on and on and on
Be still my soul and know that He is God
That He is God; that He is God
Interlude
Bridge
I will not fear, I know You are for me
I know You are with me, Jesus
In You, I find, the fullness of Your freedom
You're all I ever needed, Your peace is mine
I will not fear, I know You are for me
I know You are with me, Jesus
In You, I find, the fullness of Your freedom
You're all I ever needed, Your peace is mine
Chorus
I'm not lost or alone, You have found me
It's Your love in my soul that echoes on and on and on
Be still my soul and know that He is God
That He is God, that He is God
Video
Peace Be Mine | Live | LIFE Worship
Meaning & Inspiration
LIFE Worship's "Peace Be Mine," released on May 25, 2018, as part of their dynamic album *Speak to the Storm (Live)*, offers a profound journey into finding spiritual tranquility amidst life's turbulence. This song isn't merely a collection of verses; it’s an invitation to anchor one's soul in an unchanging truth, articulating a deep yearning for divine peace and celebrating the certainty of God’s presence. It speaks to the universal human experience of navigating difficulty, from quiet anxieties to overwhelming crises, and points resolutely to the source of lasting comfort.
The song’s narrative unfolds with a vulnerable admission of hardship, starting in the "valley" and enduring "every storm." This opening beautifully sets the stage, acknowledging the reality of struggle, whether overt or deeply personal, experienced "in the silence, in the stillness of night." Yet, even in these challenging spaces, there’s an immediate declaration of divine proximity, a knowing that God is near. The prayer, "Let peace be mine," isn't a passive wish but an earnest plea for a peace that transcends circumstances, echoing the promise in Philippians 4:6-7 to bring God our requests and experience His peace guarding our hearts and minds.
The powerful chorus then bursts forth with an unwavering assurance: "I'm not lost or alone, You have found me." This isn't just a sentiment; it's a theological declaration rooted in the Gospel message of a God who actively seeks and rescues His people, much like the shepherd leaving the ninety-nine for the one lost sheep in Luke 15. The affirmation that "It's Your love in my soul that echoes on and on and on" highlights the enduring and transformative nature of divine affection, a love that Romans 8:38-39 assures us can never be separated from us. The command to "Be still my soul and know that He is God" directly references Psalm 46:10, serving as a vital spiritual discipline – a call to quiet the internal clamor and remember God's sovereign control even when chaos reigns.
Moving into the second verse, the lyrics deepen the understanding of God's active role. He is the one "who leads me will give me rest and restore my soul," evoking the tender care of the Good Shepherd from Psalm 23:2-3, who guides us beside still waters and refreshes our inner being. The song then moves to the ultimate source of freedom, proclaiming that God is "You who voided the sin that had me bound." This speaks to the liberating work of Christ, whose sacrifice on the cross broke the chains of sin and death, offering true freedom as promised in John 8:36 and Romans 8:1-2. It is in this profound release that the heart can truly experience and request again, "Let peace be mine."
The bridge serves as a soaring declaration of faith, reinforcing the truths established earlier. Repeated three times for emphasis, it becomes an anthem of courage: "I will not fear, I know You are for me, I know You are with me, Jesus." This robust affirmation echoes Romans 8:31, asking, "If God is for us, who can be against us?" and finds resonance in Jesus's promise to be with us always, even to the end of the age, in Matthew 28:20. The realization that "In You, I find the fullness of Your freedom, You're all I ever needed, Your peace is mine" distills the essence of Christian liberty and contentment. This freedom isn't merely the absence of constraint but the spiritual liberation found in Galatians 5:1, living fully in Christ, knowing His peace, as described in John 14:27, is a gift freely given, a peace the world cannot offer or take away.
"Peace Be Mine" ultimately serves as an anchor for the soul, a lyrical testament to God's unfailing love, presence, and power to deliver. The repetition of the chorus and bridge throughout the song is not merely a structural choice but a spiritual exercise, etching these life-giving truths into the heart of the individual. It encourages a shift from fear to faith, from seeking peace externally to claiming the peace that is already a divine inheritance. Through its poignant lyrics and powerful declarations, the song offers profound encouragement, reminding us that even in the deepest valleys and fiercest storms, God's love finds us, His presence sustains us, and His peace is eternally ours.