Natalie Grant - Break Me Lord - Oh Draw Me Lord Lyrics
Lyrics
Break me Lord
I need You to break me
Break me Lord
I need You to break me
Broken before You I stand
Needing the touch of Your hand
Desperate for Your embrace
One glimpse of Your lovely face would
Heal me Lord
I need You to heal me
Safe in Your presence I sing
Hidden in Your healing wings
Clothed in the garment of grace
The winds of the world I can face
When You
Break me Lord
I need You to break me
Break me Lord
I need You to break me
Draw me Lord, Oh draw me Lord
Oh draw me Lord, and I'll run after You
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Break Me Lord Oh Draw Me Lord (Medley)
Meaning & Inspiration
Natalie Grant’s upcoming release, "Break Me Lord - Oh Draw Me Lord (Medley)," slated for February 7, 2025, arrives as a potent anthem of spiritual surrender and profound yearning for divine intimacy. This song delves deep into the often-challenging but ultimately liberating process of allowing God to dismantle our self-sufficiency and rebuild us in His image, presenting a narrative that resonates with anyone seeking a deeper walk of faith. It’s an honest, unvarnished prayer, reflecting the believer’s journey from a place of personal striving to one of total reliance and pursuit of the divine.
The central theme of "breaking" in the song is not one of destruction, but of profound spiritual transformation. It speaks to a divinely orchestrated humbling, a necessary process where our pride, self-will, and independence are laid bare before our Creator. This mirrors the biblical understanding that a "broken and contrite heart" is what God will not despise, as found in Psalm 51:17. It’s an acknowledgment that true strength and purity of spirit often emerge from the willingness to be broken of everything that hinders our connection with Him. This act of surrender opens the door for God’s hand to touch, embrace, and reveal His face, echoing the desperate longing of the psalmist whose soul thirsts for God like a deer pants for streams of water (Psalm 42:1-2). It signifies a profound desire for intimacy, recognizing that our brokenness, when offered to God, becomes the very pathway to His embrace and presence.
Following this powerful declaration of needing to be broken, the song pivots to the essential need for divine healing. This healing isn't merely physical, but encompasses the spiritual wounds, emotional scars, and the brokenness of spirit that often accompany life’s journey. It’s a plea for restoration that stems from the preceding act of surrender, demonstrating that true healing often begins when we allow God to reveal and address the deepest parts of our being. This concept aligns perfectly with Scripture, which promises healing in many forms, from the restorative power of His presence as described in Psalm 103:2-3, where He "heals all your diseases," to the prophetic promise of Isaiah 53:5, "by His stripes we are healed." The act of being broken ultimately leads to a profound sense of safety and spiritual fortification. The song expresses finding solace and protection "hidden in His healing wings," a beautiful image reminiscent of Psalm 91:4, where God covers us with His feathers and under His wings we find refuge. This newfound security, coupled with being "clothed in the garment of grace," as alluded to in Isaiah 61:10 where God clothes us with garments of salvation, empowers the believer to face the challenges of the world, knowing that His grace is sufficient and His power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9-10).
The latter part of the medley, "Oh Draw Me Lord," shifts from a passive reception of God's work to an active, passionate pursuit. It's a prayer that acknowledges God’s initiative in drawing us to Him, as Jesus stated in John 6:44 that no one can come to Him unless the Father draws them. But it also expresses a fervent, eager response: "and I'll run after You." This isn't a reluctant walk, but a full-hearted sprint toward the divine. It speaks to a continuous, lifelong journey of pressing deeper into God's presence, echoing the sentiment of the Song of Solomon 1:4, "Draw me after you; let us run!" and Paul's fervent declaration in Philippians 3:12-14 to "press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." This part of the song serves as a powerful call to action for the soul, inspiring a relentless chase after the One who first loved us, drawing us into an ever-deepening relationship. Natalie Grant’s delivery of this medley offers more than just music; it provides a profound spiritual experience, inviting listeners to engage in their own journey of surrender, healing, and zealous pursuit of the divine, ultimately strengthening their faith and resolve.