Pastor Shirley Caesar - Yes Lord, Yes Lyrics
Lyrics
I'll say yes, Lord, yes
To your will and to your way
I'll say yes, Lord, yes
I will trust you and obey
When your Spirit speaks to me
With my whole heart I'll agree
And my answer will be yes, Lord, yes
Verse:
Lord, I give you all the glory
For what you've done for me (or "for what you've given me")
You fill my life until I overflow
All I have (or "am") is yours to use
Anyway you choose
You're the Lord of lords, so how can I say no?
I'll say yes, Lord, yes
To your will and to your way
I'll say yes, Lord, yes
I will trust you and obey
When your Spirit speaks to me
With my whole heart I'll agree
And my answer will be yes, Lord, yes
If I never knew the fullness
of living in your will
I would never know which way my life would be
In my willingness to serve
I surely don't deserve
all the blessings you have showered over me.
I'll say yes, Lord, yes
To your will and to your way
I'll say yes, Lord, yes
I will trust you and obey
When your Spirit speaks to me
With my whole heart I'll agree
And my answer will be yes, Lord, yes
Video
Pastor Shirley Caesar Has Us All Singing “Yes, Lord, Yes” | Sunday Best
Meaning & Inspiration
Pastor Shirley Caesar's "Yes, Lord, Yes," released on August 18, 2019, as part of the *Sunday Best* platform, serves as a potent declaration of unwavering faith and complete surrender to God's divine plan. The song's essence is rooted in a profound understanding of spiritual obedience, a theme deeply woven throughout Scripture. It speaks to the believer's willingness to align their will with God's, recognizing His supreme authority and goodness. This profound commitment echoes the prayer of Jesus Himself in the Garden of Gethsemane, "Not my will, but yours be done" (Luke 22:42). The lyrics articulate a powerful testament to trusting God implicitly, even when the path ahead is unclear. This reliance is not born of blind faith, but of a deep appreciation for His past mercies and a recognition of His boundless love. The verses express gratitude for God's transformative work, acknowledging that all we are and all we have is a gift to be utilized for His glory. This echoes the Apostle Paul's exhortation in 1 Corinthians 10:31: "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." The song masterfully captures the transformative power of yielding to the Holy Spirit's promptings. When the Spirit guides, the response is not hesitation, but a wholehearted affirmation, a resounding "yes" that signifies a heart aligned with divine purpose. This is the very essence of discipleship, a life lived in active agreement with God's Word and His guiding presence, as seen in John 14:15 where Jesus states, "If you love me, keep my commands." The song reminds us that in our willingness to serve and obey, we find the truest measure of spiritual fulfillment, an understanding that our surrendered lives are not a deprivation, but an invitation into a life overflowing with His blessings, a sentiment beautifully captured in Romans 12:1, which calls us to present our bodies as a "living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God." Pastor Caesar's rendition of "Yes, Lord, Yes" is more than just a song; it is an anthem of devotion, an inspiring call to embrace God's will with open hearts and unwavering obedience, fostering a deeper connection with the divine.