Matt Stell - Prayed For You Lyrics
Lyrics
I've never been one to ask for help
If I need a mountain moved I move it myself
I ain't the church pew regular, twice on Sunday
Quote you the scripture kind
I'm far from a preacher
But I'm a believer
'Cause every single day, before I knew your name
I couldn't see your face, but I prayed for you
Every heartbreak trail when all hope fell
On the highway to hell, I prayed for you
I kept my faith like that old King James
Said I'm supposed to
It's hard to imagine, bigger than I could fathom
I didn't know you from Adam but I prayed for you
For someone to love me like you do
Graceful eyes to see me through
A smile that steals me, a heart that heals me
A touch that kills me too
Baby your perfect, I guess the good Lord heard it
'Cause every single day, before I knew your name
I couldn't see your face, but I prayed for you
Every heartbreak trail when all hope fell
On the highway to hell, I prayed for you
I kept my faith like that old King James
Said I'm supposed to
It's hard to imagine, bigger than I could fathom
I didn't know you from Adam but I prayed for you
Every single day, before I knew your name
I couldn't see your face, but I prayed for you
Every tail light fade in the goodbye rain
Girl even today, I prayed for you
I kept my faith like that old King James
Said I'm supposed to
It's hard to imagine, bigger than I could fathom
I didn't know you from Adam but I prayed for you
I prayed for you
I prayed for you
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Matt Stell - Prayed For You (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Matt Stell’s “Prayed For You,” released on July 11, 2018, arrives not as a lament, but as a vibrant testimony to the quiet, profound unfolding of God’s faithfulness in romantic relationships. While the melody is undoubtedly catchy, the true power of this song lies in its narrative of answered prayer, a theme deeply resonant with biblical truths. The story painted is one of patient anticipation, a waiting period where a future spouse wasn't just a hopeful thought, but a specific petition presented to the Lord. This resonates strongly with the many passages in Scripture that speak to bringing our desires before God. Consider David’s persistent cries to God, or the disciples’ plea in Acts 1:14, united in prayer for what was to come. The song beautifully captures a sentiment akin to Proverbs 10:24, which states that what the righteous desire will be granted. The lyrics suggest a journey from a state of searching and longing to the peaceful certainty of finding the one God had ordained. This isn't a fleeting infatuation; it's the result of dedicated intercession, mirroring the biblical emphasis on seeking God’s will. We see this principle in Jesus' own teachings, such as in Matthew 7:7, where He encourages us to “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” The song implies a divine orchestration, where the timing and the person were not accidental but purposefully guided. This aligns with Jeremiah 29:11, a promise that God’s plans for us are for welfare and hope, not for disaster. The message is one of profound gratitude for a love that feels divinely crafted, a fulfillment of a deep spiritual yearning that transcends mere romantic compatibility. It’s a reminder that the prayers we utter in faith, even those whispered in quiet moments, can become the tangible realities of our lives, reflecting God’s immeasurable love and His meticulous care for His children’s future.