Don Moen - Jesus We Enthrone You Lyrics

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Jesus We Enthrone You

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I’ve been sitting here thinking about that line, "as we worship build Your throne," and it’s hitting me kind of strange. We sing it like we’re inviting Him into the room, like we’re doing Him a favor by giving Him a place to sit. But then I think about the Psalms, where it says God is enthroned on the praises of His people, and it feels like a heavy weight. It’s like we’re acknowledging He’s already there, but we’re the ones who need to shift our focus so we can actually see it. Still, I find myself wrestling with that word "build." Does my singing really build a throne for the Almighty? He doesn’t need my construction project. If He’s the King of the universe, He’s on the throne whether I show up or not, right? Maybe it’s not about building a seat for Him, but about tearing down the stuff I’ve built up that keeps me from bowing down.

It’s a bit jarring to sing about raising Him up with our praise when Scripture talks about Him being high and lifted up all on His own. I guess it’s just the language we use, trying to express something we can’t fully grasp, but it makes me wonder if we’re making it all about our performance. When I say "come Lord Jesus and take Your place," it sounds like a plea for Him to inhabit the space I’ve been hogging. That feels honest. It’s less about me giving Him authority and more about me finally admitting He already has it. I just keep wondering if I’m actually letting Him sit on the throne of my life, or if I’m just singing a song about it while I keep holding the keys. It leaves me feeling a bit exposed, realizing how much I want Him to be King, provided He doesn't actually change the things I'm not ready to give up.