Love And The Outcome - He Is With Us Lyrics

Lyrics

Remember when
Your hope is lost and faith is shaken
Remember when
You wonder if you're gonna make it
There's a hand stretched out
Through your deepest hour
We can't pretend
To see the ending or what's coming up ahead
Don't know the story of tomorrow
But we can stay close
To the One who knows

We can trust our God
He knows what He's doing
Though it might hurt now
We won't be ruined
It might seem there's an ocean in between
But He's holding onto you and me
And He's never gonna leave, no
He is with us, He is with us, always, always
He is with us, He is with us, always

We believe
There is purpose, there is meaning
In everything
We surrender to His leading
He wants nothing more
Than to have us close

Our faith is sealed
Our hope is real
Come what may
We're not afraid
Our faith is sealed
Our hope is real
Come what may
We're not afraid
We're not afraid
We can trust our God, always, always
We can trust our God, always, always

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Love & The Outcome - He Is With Us (Official Music Video)

Meaning & Inspiration

Released on July 15, 2013, Love And The Outcome’s "He Is With Us" arrived as a powerful anthem of reassurance, immediately resonating with anyone navigating life’s unpredictable currents. The song doesn't shy away from acknowledging the profound struggles we face, opening a space for vulnerability by addressing moments when hope feels lost, faith is shaken, and the path ahead seems unclear. It speaks to that universal human experience of uncertainty, where we naturally question our ability to persevere through challenging times, creating an immediate and relatable connection with its message.

The essence of "He Is With Us" lies in its unwavering declaration of God's constant presence and sovereignty amidst personal turmoil. The story it tells is one of trust: recognizing our limited perspective – that "we can't pretend to see the ending or what's coming up ahead" – yet choosing to lean into the infinite wisdom of the Divine. This narrative powerfully counters anxiety with the profound truth that while we may not understand tomorrow's narrative, we can find peace by staying close to the One who orchestrates all things. It’s an invitation to shift our focus from our own finite understanding to an eternal, all-knowing God.

The song’s core message is meticulously built upon the bedrock of scriptural promises, offering deep comfort and spiritual fortification. When it speaks of a "hand stretched out through your deepest hour," it echoes passages like Psalm 46:1, which declares God an ever-present help in trouble, or Isaiah 41:10, where God reassures, "Do not fear, for I am with you." This divine hand is not merely a distant observer but an active, comforting presence, upholding us when we feel most vulnerable, a truth also affirmed in Hebrews 13:5 where God pledges, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." The assertion that "we can trust our God, He knows what He's doing" aligns with Romans 8:28, which speaks to all things working together for good for those who love Him, and Isaiah 55:8-9, which contrasts God's ways and thoughts, far above our own, reinforcing His perfect plan. Even when difficulties bring pain, the song assures, "we won't be ruined," reflecting biblical resilience found in 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, where despite being hard pressed, perplexed, persecuted, or struck down, believers are "not crushed, not in despair, not abandoned, not destroyed."

The imagery of an "ocean in between" powerfully captures feelings of spiritual distance or overwhelming obstacles, yet the lyrics quickly pivot to God "holding onto you and me," a vivid reminder of His covenant faithfulness. This concept of being held securely aligns with John 10:28-29, where Jesus states no one can snatch His sheep out of His hand or His Father’s hand, ensuring eternal security. The repeated refrain, "He is with us, He is with us, always, always," serves as the anchor, drawing directly from the profound meaning of Emmanuel – God with us – as foretold in Isaiah 7:14 and confirmed in Matthew 28:20 with Jesus’s promise, "I am with you always, to the end of the age." This isn't a fleeting presence but an eternal companionship.

Furthermore, the song moves beyond just presence to purpose, affirming the belief that "there is purpose, there is meaning in everything." This resonates deeply with Ephesians 1:11, which speaks of God working all things according to the counsel of His will, giving meaning even to suffering. This understanding naturally leads to a call for surrender to His leading, aligning with Proverbs 3:5-6 to "trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight." This surrender is met with divine intimacy, as God "wants nothing more than to have us close," echoing passages like James 4:8, which invites us to draw near to God, and He will draw near to us. The bridge solidifies this assurance, proclaiming, "Our faith is sealed, our hope is real, come what may, we're not afraid." This "sealed" faith speaks to the Holy Spirit as a down payment or guarantee in Ephesians 1:13-14, making our hope a tangible reality, not mere wishful thinking (Hebrews 11:1). The declaration of "not afraid" boldly embraces the courage found in Isaiah 41:10, knowing that with God beside us, fear loses its grip, and peace takes root (Philippians 4:6-7). "He Is With Us" serves as a timeless reminder that even when life brings its fiercest storms, God's enduring presence is our ultimate comfort and strength, a truth we can hold onto without reservation, always.