Mark Bishop - Jesus Is Good for Your Heart Lyrics
Lyrics
It wasn't long ago,
I looked through the window from out in the cold.
And nobody seemed to care,
How life's circumstances had taken me there...alone.
Disillusioned, broken heart.
Unable to keep it from falling apart,
Longing for that warmth inside.
Jesus came to the door and He opened it wide to...
Chorus
Love unconditional, grace overwhelming,
Infinite mercy and faith so compelling,
So strong a foundation that nothing could tear it apart.
Life everlasting, joy and laughter,
A mansion that waits in the great hereafter,
Glorious songs that the angels in heaven impart.
And that's only the start,
Jesus is good for your heart.
Everyone needs a friend,
Someone to rely on again and again.
Nobody has the strength,
To take their life to the end of its length alone.
When circumstances bring you down,
The world can't provide what needs to be found.
And in your searching for the truth,
It was there all the time; it was there all around you...
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Jesus Is Good For Your Heart
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on February 16, 2005, as part of Mark Bishop’s album *There Is Love...Then There Is His Love*, "Jesus Is Good for Your Heart" emerges as a profound and deeply personal testament to spiritual transformation. The song immediately plunges into a narrative of profound human experience, depicting a soul isolated and adrift, observing life from "out in the cold," a stark metaphor for spiritual and emotional detachment. This initial imagery paints a picture of disillusionment and a heart that has succumbed to the weight of life's circumstances, unable to maintain its integrity. It speaks to a common human struggle: feeling unseen, uncared for, and utterly alone in a world that often seems indifferent to individual suffering. This resonates with the psalmist's cry for help when feeling overwhelmed, where even friends and companions seem far away (Psalm 88:18).
The song then beautifully pivots to the moment of divine intervention, a pivotal turning point where Jesus actively seeks out the broken individual, knocking at the door of a weary heart and opening it wide. This powerful imagery directly echoes the divine invitation found in Revelation 3:20, where Christ declares, "Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me." It's a vivid depiction of God's unwavering pursuit of humanity, extending warmth and acceptance to those who feel utterly bereft. The longing for "warmth inside" that the lyrics express finds its fulfillment not in worldly comfort, but in the intimate presence of Christ.
The chorus then unfolds as a cascade of divine attributes and promises, articulating the overwhelming benefits of a life yielded to Christ. It begins with "Love unconditional," a cornerstone of Christian faith beautifully articulated in Romans 5:8, which reminds us that "God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." This love is not earned but freely given. Following this is "grace overwhelming," a concept central to Ephesians 2:8-9, which states, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast." This grace is coupled with "infinite mercy," a ceaseless wellspring of compassion, as lamented in Lamentations 3:22-23, "The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." These divine qualities form "so strong a foundation that nothing could tear it apart," echoing Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7:24-25 about building one’s house on the rock, a foundation that withstands life’s storms because it is rooted in Christ Himself (1 Corinthians 3:11).
Beyond the immediate, spiritual renewal, the song projects hope into eternity, speaking of "life everlasting" and "a mansion that waits in the great hereafter." This directly references Jesus's comforting words in John 14:2-3, "My Father’s house has many rooms... I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am." The promise of "joy and laughter" and "glorious songs that the angels in heaven impart" paints a vibrant picture of eternal bliss and worship, reflecting the ultimate joy found in God's presence as described in Psalm 16:11 and the heavenly chorus of Revelation 7:9-12. The concluding affirmation that "that's only the start, Jesus is good for your heart" emphasizes that these blessings are not exhaustive; the journey with Christ is one of continuous discovery and ever-increasing fulfillment, impacting not just the soul but the entirety of one's being.
The latter part of the song broadens its scope, recognizing the universal human need for companionship and strength. It posits that "everyone needs a friend, someone to rely on again and again," a truth that highlights our inherent social nature and our limitations. The lyrics acknowledge that "nobody has the strength to take their life to the end of its length alone," underscoring the inadequacy of self-reliance and the human desire for a dependable confidant. This sets the stage for Christ as the ultimate friend, the one who lays down His life for others (John 15:13) and whose strength is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). The song asserts that when "circumstances bring you down, the world can't provide what needs to be found," a profound truth that worldly solutions are temporary and superficial compared to the profound spiritual peace offered by Jesus (John 14:27). It concludes with the beautiful realization that in one's "searching for the truth, it was there all the time; it was there all around you," pointing to the omnipresence of God and the ever-present truth of Christ, often overlooked until one’s heart is ready to perceive it, fulfilling the promise that those who seek will find (Matthew 7:7). Through its earnest narrative and profound scriptural echoes, "Jesus Is Good for Your Heart" serves as a powerful anthem of hope, healing, and the enduring, transformative power of God’s love.