Marvin Sapp - The Best In Me Lyrics
Lyrics
He saw the best in me,
When everyone else around
Could only see the worst in me
(Can I tell ya'll one more time, one more time?)
I said He saw the best in me,
When everyone else around
Could only see the worst in me,
(I wish I had a witness tonight, all I need is one)
Hey,
[Choir:]
He saw the best in me,
(When everyone else around me)
When everyone else around ooh
(Could only see)
Could only see the worst in me,
(Does anybody have that testimony?
When folk walks you off,
Said you would never make it,
what did He see?)
He saw the best in me,
(When everyone else around you yeaaaa)
When everyone else around,
(OOOOOH, Could Only)
Could only see the worst in me,
(Can I tell ya'll one more thing?
I just need to tell you one more thing)
(Listen to this)
See He 's mine, and I am his,
It doesn't matter what I did,
He only sees me, for who I am,
(Does anybody know that today?)
See He 's mine, and I am his,
It doesn't matter what I did,
See He only sees me for who I AM!
(Help me sing it)
[Choir:]
(Said that He is mine)
See He 's mine,
(I'm his)
And I am his,
(Said it doesn't matter, what I did)
It doesn't matter what I did,
(He only sees me for who I) (Yea Yea)
He only sees me, for who I am,
He's mine,
(I am his)
And I'm his
(It doesn't matter what I did)
It doesn't matter what I did,
(Cause He only sees me for who I am, yea yea)
He only sees me for who I am,
(I'm so glad)
(That He is mine)
He's mine,
(Yeaaa)
And I'm his
(It doesn't matter what I did)
It doesn't matter what I did,
(He only Sees me...)
He only sees me for who I am
He saw the best in me,
When everyone else around
Could only see the worst in me,
(I wish I had a witness tonight,
Can I ask ya'll one question?
The question is simply this...
What did He see?)
[Choir:]
He saw the Best
(I can't get no He lp up in He re,
because there are some folk in He re,
people have walked you off,
said you would never amount to anything,
said that you would never end up being anywhere,
but I tell them one more time)
[Choir:]
He saw the Best
(When mama said you would never be nothing,
When aunties, and uncles, said you would never amount to anything,
When daddy didn't come home anymore,
He didn't look at you and say that you wasn't going to make it,
God looked at you...
And What did He see?, What did He see?)
[Choir:]
He saw the Best
The Best [x7]
(I said what did He see [x6])
He saw the best in me
(Oh Lord, Oh, Lord)
(Can I sing the verse one more time,
listen to this ya'll,
I love this, I love this)
See He 's mine, and I am his,
It doesn't matter what I did,
But, He only sees me for who I am,
He's mine
And I'm his,
It doesn't matter what I did
He only sees me, for who I am
Sing it one time
(He is mine oooh)
He's mine,
And I am his,
It doesn't matter what I did,
(He only sees me for who I am)
He only sees me, for who I am,
(And the reason He sees me for who I am,
because He created me in his image and his likeness)
(He's mine...)
He's mine,
(And I am his)
And I'm his
(It doesn't matter what I did)
It doesn't matter what I did,
(He only sees me)
He only sees me for who I am,
He saw the best
He saw the best
Video
Marvin Sapp - The Best In Me (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Marvin Sapp's "The Best In Me," released in 2010 as part of his album *Here I Am (Deluxe Version)*, is a powerful declaration of unwavering faith and the transformative power of God's love. The song transcends mere melody, delving into a profound spiritual narrative that resonates deeply with anyone seeking to understand their worth in the eyes of the Creator. At its core, "The Best In Me" is a testament to recognizing that our true identity and ultimate potential are not found in worldly achievements or fleeting opinions, but in the divine essence God has instilled within us. Sapp's masterful delivery, infused with a palpable sincerity, guides the listener on a journey of self-discovery rooted in spiritual truth.
The central message of "The Best In Me" directly echoes the biblical understanding of human value. It speaks to the profound truth found in Genesis 1:27, which states, "So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them." This foundational scripture underpins Sapp's assertion that the "best" within us isn't something we earn or manufacture, but something inherent, a reflection of our divine origin. The song powerfully counters the human tendency towards self-doubt and insecurity, which often stem from comparison and societal pressures. Instead, it points to a higher source of validation.
This spiritual perspective aligns with the teachings of the Apostle Paul, who in Ephesians 2:10, reminds believers, "For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." Sapp’s song functions as an anthem of this truth, encouraging listeners to embrace their God-given purpose and capabilities. It’s a call to acknowledge that the divine presence within us is the wellspring of our strength, our creativity, and our capacity for love and resilience. When Sapp declares "The Best In Me," he is, in essence, acknowledging God's work in shaping and perfecting him, and by extension, all who believe. The song’s enduring impact lies in its ability to lift spirits and empower listeners to see themselves not through the lens of imperfection, but through the perfect love and plan of God, as illuminated in verses like Romans 8:37-39, which proclaims that nothing can separate us from the love of God.