Lyrics
I breathe in the presence of
the living God take in the goodness of Your love
I lean in closer to my Father’s heart
I trust in who You say You are
You are alive, living and breathing
Here in this place, speaking and healing
Your fullness and glory
Right here before me
You’re the living God
The Living God
I hold to the joy that’s found in You alone
I cling to the peace that won’t let go
Oh Jesus, You’re the only one that satisfies
I run to the fountain of Your hope
Kory Miller, Tyler Roberts, Jessie Early, Bede Benjamin-Korpora
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Meaning & Inspiration
Living God expresses confidence that God is present, active, and personally near. The lyric begins with quiet attention to His presence and love, then turns toward the Father’s character as the basis for trust. Images of breathing, leaning closer, holding fast, and running to a fountain portray worship as dependence on God for life, joy, peace, and hope.
The chorus declares that God is alive, speaking, and healing in the present place. That language aligns with Scripture’s contrast between the living God and lifeless idols, while the reference to a fountain of hope recalls biblical pictures of God as the source of living water. Jesus is named as the only one who satisfies, giving the song a clear center rather than treating peace or joy as ends in themselves. Its repeated title functions as both confession and assurance: the God approached in worship is living, loving, and able to sustain those who draw near.
Related Scripture
- Jeremiah 17:13 Jeremiah identifies the Lord as the fountain of living water.
- Hebrews 10:22 The passage calls believers to draw near to God in faith.
- Psalm 16:11 The psalm connects God’s presence with fullness of joy.