Maverick City Music + Brandon Lake + Naomi Raine - Fresh Fire Lyrics
Lyrics
Lord I burn for you
So come and consume me
My heart is ready
God, if I burn, I burn for you
With no hesitation
Without reservation
God, if I burn, I burn for you
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
I want what you desire
I wanna burn for you, yeah
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
Give me a fresh fresh fire
I want what you desire
I'm gonna burn for you, yeah
Gonna burn for you
That your love is full
Each breath that I'm breathing
Each moment I'm living
God, if I live, I live for you
I love your presence
You're my obsession
God, if I live, I live for you
Ooh, God if I live, I live for you (give me)
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
I want what you desire
I'm gonna burn for you, yeah
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
I want what you desire
I'm gonna burn for you, oh
I wanna burn for you
For all the world to see you
Holy spirit comes
So light a match
So light a match, let it go
Set a blaze, uncontrol
I want that fire, I want that fire
So light a match, let it go (come in)
Set a blaze, uncontrol
I want that fire, I want that fire (set a fire tonight)
So light a match, let it go
Set ablaze, uncontrol
I want that fire, I want that fire (so light a match)
So light a match, let it go
Set ablaze, uncontrol
I want that fire, I want that fire (come on someone sing)
I want that fire, I want that fire (let it burn in me, yes I want that fire)
I want that fire, I want that fire (let it burn in me)
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
Give me a fresh, fresh fire (I want it all)
I want what you desire (gonna burn)
I'm gonna burn for you (right now)
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
Give me a fresh, fresh fire (set me ablaze)
I want what you desire
I'm gonna burn for you
So light a match, let it go
Set ablaze, uncontrol
I want that fire, I want that fire (ooh ignite me)
So light a match, let it go
Set ablaze, uncontrol
I want that fire, I want that fire
Fire that only you can do
Fire that burns up everything but you
Come throw a couple logs on the fire
'Cause I wanna burn, not just a spark, not just a flame
I wanna burn for you, hahaha
'Cause a man on fire doesn't care what he looks like
Doesn't care what he sounds like
A man on fire doesn't care what he looks like
Care what he sounds like, care what he lives like
I wanna burn for you
I wanna burn for you
Oh so set me ablaze, set me on fire
I can't contain it, I can't contain it
So set me ablaze, set me on fire
Oh, say God if I burn I'll burn for you
So God if I burn, I burn for you (Oh tell 'em tonight)
God if I burn, I burn for you (only you, only you yeah)
So God if I burn, I burn for you (you're my passion, you're my obsession)
God if I burn, I burn for you (oh, God if I burn, I burn)
God if I burn, I burn for you, oh yeah
God if I burn, I burn for you (give me a fresh fire)
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
Give me a fresh fresh fire,
I want what you desire
I'm gonna burn for you
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
Give me a fresh, fresh fire
I want what you desire
I'm gonna burn for you, God
Video
Fresh Fire (feat. Brandon Lake & Naomi Raine) | Maverick City Music | TRIBL
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on February 9, 2021, "Fresh Fire" by Maverick City Music, featuring Brandon Lake and Naomi Raine, arrives not just as another worship song, but as a raw, urgent cry from the heart of collective and individual longing. It emerges from a season when many were perhaps feeling weary, the initial fervor having waned, pointing to a universal spiritual need for replenishment. The song captures that visceral yearning for God's palpable presence and power to ignite passion and purpose anew. It's less about a gentle invitation and more about a fervent plea, a spiritual hunger made audible, echoing the timeless prayer for revival within thirsty souls.
Musically, the track builds with a raw, organic energy characteristic of Maverick City's early collaborative sessions. The instrumentation feels present and unpolished in the best way, creating an atmosphere that feels immediate and genuine. Brandon Lake's signature vocal intensity is perfectly matched by Naomi Raine’s powerful delivery, their voices weaving together to amplify the central theme. There’s a dynamic flow, starting with a sense of seeking and building into a declaration of faith, mirroring the spiritual journey of crying out for God's touch and trusting in His response. The music provides a compelling vehicle for the message, creating a space where vulnerability meets powerful expectation.
At its core, the song’s message is a direct appeal for what it calls "fresh fire." This isn't simply a poetic flourish; it speaks to a fundamental need within the spiritual life – the need for continuous, dynamic encounter with God, a moving beyond past experiences into a current reality of His presence and power. It acknowledges that spiritual vitality isn't a state achieved and maintained effortlessly, but one that requires ongoing connection and surrender. The "fresh" aspect is crucial, implying a desire for a renewed touch, a present awakening that addresses today's challenges and fuels today's walk with God.
Biblically, the concept of God's "fire" is rich and multifaceted, and the song draws deeply from this imagery. One powerful connection is to God's presence and power. Think of Moses at the burning bush, where God appeared in fire, declaring His presence and commissioning a deliverer in Exodus 3. This divine fire marked a sacred space and communicated divine power. Similarly, at Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descended as "tongues as of fire," empowering the disciples to boldly proclaim the Gospel (Acts 2). The song's call for "fresh fire" is a prayer for this same empowering presence, a desire for God's Spirit to be actively at work within believers, enabling them to live lives marked by His power and presence.
Furthermore, fire in Scripture is often associated with purification and refining. Just as fire purifies precious metals, burning away dross, God's divine fire can work within us to purify our motives, refine our character, and burn away anything that hinders our walk with Him (Malachi 3:2-3). The song, in asking for fire, is also implicitly asking for God to do a deep work within, to cleanse and make us more like Him. This purification is directly linked to spiritual passion and zeal. Romans 12:11 encourages believers to be "fervent in spirit, serving the Lord," using a word that implies being hot or boiling with zeal. "Fresh Fire" becomes a prayer against spiritual lukewarmness (Revelation 3:15-16), asking God to reignite a burning passion for Him and His purposes.
Finally, the emphasis on "fresh" fire aligns with the scriptural understanding of daily renewal. 2 Corinthians 4:16 speaks of our inner self being "renewed day by day." Spiritual life is not sustained by yesterday's manna, but by today's provision and presence of God. The song captures this need for ongoing dependence on the Holy Spirit to revitalize faith, stir affection for Christ, and empower obedience each new day. It’s a recognition that we constantly need a fresh infilling, a new touch, to navigate the present journey. "Fresh Fire" serves as a powerful reminder and an active prayer for this essential, ongoing work of God's Spirit in the life of every believer seeking to walk in vitality and purpose.