Michael W. Smith - Heart of Worship Lyrics
Lyrics
When the music fades
And all is stripped away
And I simply come
Longing just to bring
Something that's of worth
That will bless Your heart
I'll bring You more than a song
For a song in itself
Is not what You have required
You search much deeper within
Through the way things appear
You're looking into my heart
I'm coming back to the heart of worship
Cause it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus
I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made
When it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus
King of endless worth
No one could express
How much You deserve
Though I'm weak and poor
All I have is Yours
Every single breath
I'll bring You more than a song
For a song in itself
Is not what You have required
You search much deeper within
Through the way things appear
You're looking into my heart
And I'm coming back to the heart of worship
And it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus
I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made
When it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus
Always has been, always will be
Jesus, Jesus
I'm coming back to the heart of worship
And it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus
I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made
When it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus
I'm coming back to the heart of worship
And it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus
I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made
When it's all about You
It's all about You, Jesus
I'm coming back, I'm coming back
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Michael W. Smith - The Heart Of Worship [with lyrics]
Meaning & Inspiration
Michael W. Smith's "Heart of Worship," released in 2001 as part of the album *Worship*, stands as a profound declaration of authentic devotion. This song isn't merely a collection of melodies; it's a spiritual manifesto, articulating a yearning to move beyond superficial expressions of faith and connect with God on a deeper, more meaningful level. The core message is a humble acknowledgment that true worship transcends the performance of songs, even those sung with skill and passion. Smith poignantly states, "For a song in itself / Is not what You have required," echoing the biblical truth that God looks beyond outward appearances. As 1 Samuel 16:7b reminds us, "Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." This song is a powerful plea to return to that essential focus—the internal state of the worshiper, the purity of their intentions, and the sincerity of their offering, which is the adoration of their very being.
The lyrics reveal a personal realization, a turning away from anything that might have become an idol or a distraction, even within the context of worship itself. The admission, "I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made," speaks to the human tendency to inadvertently elevate rituals, music, or even personal spiritual experiences above the One they are meant to honor. This sentiment resonates with the prophet Isaiah's words in Isaiah 29:13, where the Lord declares, "These people draw near to me with their mouth and honor me with their lips, while their hearts are far from me." "Heart of Worship" is a deliberate recalibration, a conscious effort to recenter worship on Jesus Christ alone. It's a commitment to offering "something that's of worth," which the song defines not by grandiosity, but by its ability to "bless Your heart." This aligns with the understanding of acceptable offerings described in Psalm 51:17, where the Psalmist declares, "The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise." The repetition of "It's all about You, Jesus" throughout the chorus acts as a powerful mantra, solidifying this singular focus and driving home the song's central theme: the ultimate object and source of all true worship is the Son of God. The concluding declaration, "Always has been, always will be," asserts the eternal and unchanging nature of Christ's worthiness and the perpetual call for humanity to worship Him. This song serves as a vital reminder in any era, urging believers to consistently examine their hearts and ensure their worship is directed towards its rightful and glorious King.