Lauren Daigle - Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus Lyrics
Lyrics
[Chorus]
Turn your eyes upon Jesus
Look full in His wonderful face
And the things of earth will grow strangely dim
In the light of His glory and grace
[Verse 1]
O soul are you weary and troubled?
No light in the darkness you see?
There's light for a look at the Savior
And life more abundant and free
[Verse 2]
Through death into life everlasting
He passed, and we follow Him there
Over us sin no more hath dominion
For more than conquerors we are
[Chorus]
Turn your eyes upon Jesus
Look full in His wonderful face
And the things of earth will grow strangely dim
In the light of His glory and grace
[Verse 3]
His word shall not fail you, He promised
Believe Him and all will be well
Then go to a world that is dying
His perfect salvation to tell
[Chorus]
Turn your eyes upon Jesus
Look full in His wonderful face
And the things of earth will grow strangely dim
In the light of His glory and grace
[Outro]
Oh, turn your, oh, turn your
Oh, turn your eyes upon Jesus
Oh, turn your, oh, turn your
Oh, turn your eyes upon Jesus
Oh, turn your, oh, turn your
Oh, turn your eyes upon Jesus
Oh, turn your, oh, turn your
Oh, turn your eyes upon Jesus
Oh, turn your, oh, turn your
Oh, turn your eyes upon Jesus
Oh, turn your, oh, turn your
Oh, turn your eyes upon Jesus
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Lauren Daigle - Turn Your Eyes (Audio)
Meaning & Inspiration
Lauren Daigle's rendition of "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus," featured on her 2018 album *Look Up Child*, breathes new life into a classic hymn, solidifying its enduring message of hope and spiritual focus. This version, while modern in its presentation, remains deeply rooted in the original's profound theological intent. The song's narrative is a direct invitation to shift our attention from the anxieties and distractions of the earthly realm to the steadfast presence and grace of Jesus Christ. It speaks to the soul burdened by troubles, acknowledging the darkness one might perceive, and offers a powerful antidote: a deliberate act of looking to the Savior. This central theme echoes the biblical imperative found in Hebrews 12:2, which encourages believers to fix their gaze on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. The lyrics artfully describe how this focused gaze causes worldly concerns to diminish in significance, fading into irrelevance when seen in the "light of His glory and grace," a concept beautifully aligned with the transformative power of encountering God’s presence, as described in Psalm 34:5 where it states, "Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame."
The song further elaborates on the promise of spiritual freedom and abundant life found in Christ. Verse 2 speaks of Jesus' passage through death to life everlasting, a pivotal moment that secures victory for believers over sin and death. This is powerfully articulated in Romans 8:37, which proclaims that in all these things, we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. The assurance that sin no longer holds dominion is a testament to the redemptive work on the cross, offering a profound sense of liberation. The hymn then transitions into a call to action, encouraging listeners to share this life-transforming message. Verse 3 urges us to believe in His promises, assured that "all will be well," a direct reflection of the faithfulness of God depicted throughout Scripture, such as in Jeremiah 29:11 which assures plans for welfare and not for calamity, to give us a future and a hope. The final directive to go and tell a "world that is dying" His "perfect salvation" is the Great Commission in miniature, urging the faithful to be bearers of the good news, a mission rooted in Matthew 28:19-20. Daigle's interpretation, through its sincere delivery and unadorned arrangement that emphasizes the lyrical weight, serves as a powerful reminder that in moments of weariness and uncertainty, the simple, yet profound act of turning one's eyes to Jesus offers unparalleled peace, victory, and purpose.