Michael James - We Come To Praise Lyrics
Lyrics
Lord, we come into this place tonight
None of us is worthy, none is right
Take a hold of our wandering hearts
There is no other place to start
What we need only you can bring
Meet us as we sing
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
You are God, You are God
You are Holy, You are Holy
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
You are God, You are God
You are worthy, You are worthy
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
Lord, we come into this place tonight
None of us is worthy, none is right
Take a hold of our wandering hearts
There is no other place to start
What we need only you can bring
Meet us as we sing
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
You are God, You are God
You are Holy, You are Holy
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
You are God, You are God
You are worthy, You are worthy
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
You are God, You are God
You are Holy, You are Holy
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
You are God, You are God
You are worthy, You are worthy
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
We come to praise you
Video
Amy Grant - We've Come to Praise (ft. Michael James) (Official Lyric Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
The recent release of "We Come To Praise," featuring Michael James with Amy Grant, on March 22, 2024, offers a profoundly moving and essential declaration of faith for our times. This song transcends a simple musical offering, serving as a powerful and direct invitation to worship that anchors itself in both humble self-awareness and unwavering divine reverence. From its opening lines, the song establishes a foundation of authenticity, immediately drawing the worshiper into a posture of surrender and recognition of God’s unique sovereignty.
The core message of "We Come To Praise" unfolds as a timeless and deeply personal confession, yet it resonates with universal spiritual truth. The opening verse, "Lord, we come into this place tonight / None of us is worthy, none is right," instantly echoes the biblical understanding of humanity's fallen nature, beautifully articulated in Romans 3:23, which states that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." This isn't a statement of despair, but rather a crucial recognition that sets the stage for grace. It's an honest acknowledgment that our own efforts are insufficient, as Isaiah 64:6 reminds us that "all our righteous acts are like filthy rags." From this starting point of humility, the petition, "Take a hold of our wandering hearts," becomes a prayer for divine intervention and redirection, reflecting the human struggle with inner turmoil and a longing for steadfastness, much like the plea in Psalm 51:10, "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me." The profound statement, "There is no other place to start," solidifies God as the singular origin of true spiritual renewal, aligning with Jesus' declaration in John 14:6, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." The verse culminates in the affirmation, "What we need only you can bring / Meet us as we sing," a testament to God as the sole provider of our deepest needs, echoing Philippians 4:19, "And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus," and a beautiful expectation of His presence as we lift our voices, drawing on Matthew 18:20, "For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them."
The repeated chorus, "We come to praise you / You are God, You are Holy, You are worthy," acts as the song's spiritual anchor, reinforcing the very purpose of gathering. This declaration is more than just a musical refrain; it’s a catechesis, teaching us who God is and what our response should be. Affirming "You are God" is a foundational statement of monotheism, aligning with Deuteronomy 6:4 and Isaiah 45:5, which proclaim His singular identity and power. The declaration "You are Holy" highlights God's absolute moral perfection and separateness, a core attribute seen throughout Scripture, from Isaiah's vision in chapter 6, where seraphim cry "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty," to the reverent awe expressed in Revelation 4:8. Finally, pronouncing "You are worthy" connects God's inherent character directly to His deserving of all honor, glory, and power, resonating with Revelation 4:11, "You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created and have their being." The intentional repetition of these truths isn't mere poetic choice; it's a spiritual exercise, designed to imprint God's attributes onto our hearts and minds, deepening our understanding and solidifying our posture of worship. "We Come To Praise" serves as a powerful reminder that true worship flows from a recognition of both our need and God's incomparable greatness, inviting all who engage with it to partake in a transformative encounter with the divine.