Mark Bishop - Send It Lyrics
Lyrics
Lord, if You have a blessing for me, send it.
'Till my cup's overflowing, Lord, send it.
Everything will be all right when the angels take their flight,
Just send it on their wings, Lord, send it.
Verse 1
In the days of my youth, how I tried many things
To fill up that emptiness inside.
Before very long, I discovered the Truth.
Only one thing left me satisfied.
Repeat Chorus
Verse 2
How long has it been since I felt that Spirit,
That once filled my heart up with love?
Renew my desire to embrace those blessings,
To receive what descends from above.
Verse 3
And if I have a friend, or a neighbor who is searching.
Instead of looking up, they're looking down.
Give me the wisdom to point them to Calvary,
And share with them the blessings that I've found.
2nd Chorus
Lord, if You have a blessing for us, send it.
'Till our cup's overflowing, Lord, send it.
Everything will be all right when the angels take their flight,
Just send it on their wings, Lord, send it.
Repeat 2nd Chorus
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Everything will be all right when the angels take their flight,
Just send it on their wings, Lord, send it.
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Send It
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on April 15, 2003, as part of the album *The Song In My Heart*, Mark Bishop’s "Send It" emerges as a profound spiritual invocation, a direct plea to the divine for both personal and communal blessings. The song’s core message is an earnest prayer for God's provision and an overflowing measure of His grace, anchored by a deep trust in divine intervention. It speaks to a universal human yearning for fulfillment and a distinctly Christian understanding of where true satisfaction is found, culminating in a call to share that blessed experience with a searching world.
The central theme, powerfully expressed in the recurring chorus, is a simple yet profound request: "Lord, if You have a blessing for me, send it. 'Till my cup's overflowing, Lord, send it." This echoes biblical promises of abundance, such as found in Psalm 23:5, where the psalmist declares, "You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows." It's a prayer not merely for sustenance, but for a surplus, a testament to God's generous nature as described in Malachi 3:10, where the Lord promises to "pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it." The imagery of "angels take their flight" further solidifies a faith in heavenly messengers delivering God's good and perfect gifts, a concept reinforced by Hebrews 1:14, which identifies angels as ministering spirits sent to serve those who inherit salvation. It underscores a steadfast belief that God's intervention brings about divine order, making "everything all right."
The song then transitions into a personal testimony in the first verse, recounting a youthful quest for meaning: "In the days of my youth, how I tried many things to fill up that emptiness inside." This speaks to the common human experience of seeking purpose and contentment in worldly pursuits, only to find them lacking, a sentiment often reflected in Ecclesiastes 1:14's declaration that "everything is meaningless." Bishop’s narrative quickly resolves this search with a powerful realization: "Before very long, I discovered the Truth. Only one thing left me satisfied." This "Truth" is undeniably Jesus Christ, who stated in John 14:6, "I am the way and the truth and the life," and offered ultimate satisfaction in John 6:35, saying, "Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty." This verse powerfully articulates the transformative discovery of faith as the sole source of lasting fulfillment.
Verse two introduces a prayer for spiritual renewal, a longing to recapture the initial fervor of one’s faith: "How long has it been since I felt that Spirit, That once filled my heart up with love? Renew my desire to embrace those blessings, To receive what descends from above." This resonates deeply with believers who experience periods of spiritual dryness, yearning for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Romans 5:5 reminds us that "God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit," highlighting the Spirit as the source of that initial love and passion. The prayer to "renew my desire" mirrors King David's plea in Psalm 51:10, "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me," emphasizing the ongoing need for divine rejuvenation to maintain a vibrant spiritual walk.
The song’s focus broadens significantly in verse three, moving from personal experience and renewal to an outward mission: "And if I have a friend, or a neighbor who is searching. Instead of looking up, they're looking down. Give me the wisdom to point them to Calvary, And share with them the blessings that I've found." This verse serves as a powerful reminder of the Great Commission given in Matthew 28:19-20, calling believers to share the Gospel. "Looking down" metaphorically represents a focus on earthly troubles or distractions, missing the upward gaze towards spiritual hope. The prayer for wisdom to "point them to Calvary" is a direct appeal for divine guidance in evangelism, recognizing that the cross of Christ is the singular source of salvation and true blessing, as declared in Acts 4:12, "Salvation is found in no one else." It transforms the reception of blessing into a powerful impetus for sharing, making one a conduit of God’s grace to others.
Finally, the song’s second chorus makes a pivotal shift from a personal plea to a communal one: "Lord, if You have a blessing for us, send it. 'Till our cup's overflowing, Lord, send it." This transition from "me" to "us" beautifully illustrates the corporate nature of faith and the Christian community. It's a prayer that the blessings received individually would extend to the entire body of believers, fostering a spirit of shared abundance and collective purpose. This reflects the early church's unity and commonality described in Acts 2:44, where "all the believers were together and had everything in common," emphasizing a desire for the entire community to experience God's overflowing grace. "Send It" ultimately serves as an inspiring anthem of faith, trust, and active participation in God's divine plan, encouraging both personal spiritual growth and a selfless commitment to sharing the unparalleled blessings of Christ with the world.