Maverick City Music - I Am Lyrics
Released: 30 Nov 2021
Lyrics
He's the way, the truth, and the life
And the stars shining in the night
He's the one with the masterplan
He is the Great I Am
Feel His arms holding you in the cold
He's the Savior of your soul
Healed by love with one touch of His hand
He is the Great I Am
(I Am) I Am
(I Am) I Am
I Am
He is the Great I Am
He's the one with power to heal
So glad to be in His will
Tell the world to just be still
I'm in the presence of the Great I Am
(Say, "I Am") I Am
(Say, "I Am") I Am
(Yeah) I Am
(Yes) He is the Great I Am (Yes, yes)
(Say it again, say it, say, "I Am") I Am
(I Am) I Am
I Am
He is the Great I Am
He is the Great I Am
He is the Great I Am
Video
I Am | Maverick City Music x Kirk Franklin
Meaning & Inspiration
Maverick City Music delivered a profound declaration of faith with their song "I Am," released on November 30, 2021, as part of their album *A Very Maverick Christmas (feat. Mav City Gospel Choir)*. This powerful anthem plunges into the very core of God's identity, centering on the eternal and self-existent name He revealed to Moses at the burning bush in Exodus 3:14: "I AM WHO I AM." The song serves as a vibrant theological exploration, affirming not only God's unchanging nature but also His continuous presence and active involvement in humanity's story, echoing Jesus's own "I Am" statements throughout the Gospel of John, which directly link Him to this divine revelation. It's an invitation to recognize God as the ultimate source of all being and truth, reminding us that He is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
The lyrical journey begins by painting a comprehensive picture of God's multifaceted character, declaring, "He's the way, the truth, and the life." This immediately calls to mind Jesus's definitive statement in John 14:6, establishing Him as the exclusive path to God and eternal existence. This declaration is further enriched by acknowledging God as the creative force behind "the stars shining in the night," a testament to His magnificent artistry and power as seen in Psalm 19:1, where the heavens declare His glory. He is portrayed as the orchestrator of all things, "the one with the masterplan," reinforcing the biblical truth found in Jeremiah 29:11 and Proverbs 16:9 that God has a sovereign purpose and guides our steps, even when we don't fully comprehend the intricate design.
The song then shifts from the cosmic to the deeply personal, offering comfort and reassurance in God's tender care. "Feel His arms holding you in the cold" speaks to God's intimate presence and solace during life's most challenging moments, reflecting promises like Isaiah 41:10, where God assures us He is with us, strengthening and upholding. This personal touch extends to His role as "the Savior of your soul," a foundational truth of the Christian faith found in Romans 10:9-10, emphasizing salvation through belief in Jesus. The line "Healed by love with one touch of His hand" powerfully evokes the countless instances of Jesus's healing ministry in the Gospels, where a single touch brought restoration, signifying not only physical healing but profound spiritual and emotional restoration, as exemplified in Mark 5:25-34.
As the song progresses, it builds into an empowering declaration of God's boundless capabilities and the peace found in His presence. "He's the one with power to heal" reiterates His capacity for miraculous intervention and restoration, a truth continually affirmed throughout Scripture, such as in James 5:14-15. The profound contentment found in being "So glad to be in His will" speaks to the joy and purpose that come from aligning one's life with God's divine plan, as encouraged in Romans 12:2. The impactful command, "Tell the world to just be still, I'm in the presence of the Great I Am," is a direct echo of Psalm 46:10, a profound invitation to cease striving and rest in the unwavering sovereignty of God amidst life's storms. It is a call to recognize that the very presence of the self-existent, all-powerful Creator brings ultimate peace and authority over every circumstance. The repeated affirmation of "I Am, I Am, He is the Great I Am" throughout the song is more than just a chorus; it is a meditative mantra, a grounding confession that strengthens faith and anchors the soul in the unchanging reality of God's identity, inviting all to experience the profound security and wonder of His divine nearness.