Rick Pino - Spirit Of Elijah Lyrics
Lyrics
All Iʼve ever wanted was to be a son
and to wash the fathers hands and help him as he runs
In a day where young men are running on their own
I will chase the fathers heart, I will chase the double portion
Iʼll be a double portion son
Iʼll turn my heart to yours for now the time has come
for curses to stop in our land
and together weʼll run as heaven smiles over us
And weʼll run, and weʼll run, yeah weʼll run
All Iʼve ever wanted was a fathers heart
To be here for you every time, no matter the cost
To love you as my very own and help you as you run
To put you on my shoulders and be here to cheer you on
Youʼll be my double portion son
Iʼll turn my heart to yours for now the time has come
for curses to stop in our land
and together weʼll run as heaven smiles over us
And weʼll run, and weʼll run, yeah weʼll run
And the spirit of Elijah will come to our land
and the rains of revival will pour once again
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Meaning & Inspiration
Released in 2010 on the album *The Narrow Road*, Rick Pino's "Spirit Of Elijah" is more than just a song; it's a fervent prayer and a prophetic declaration. The core of its message lies in a profound yearning for a restored Father-son relationship, not just on an individual level, but on a generational scale. Pino expresses a deep-seated desire to embody the qualities of a devoted son, one who not only wants to be present for the Father but actively participates in His work, likening it to assisting a father who is on a mission. This resonates powerfully with the concept of co-laboring with God, a theme woven throughout Scripture, particularly in passages that speak of believers as God's children and partners in His kingdom. The lyric, "In a day where young men are running on their own," paints a poignant picture of a generation seemingly adrift, and the song offers a powerful antidote: the pursuit of the "father's heart" and a "double portion." This double portion isn't about material wealth, but spiritual inheritance and empowerment, echoing the legacy passed from Elijah to Elisha as described in 2 Kings 2:9. The song's aspiration to "turn my heart to yours" signifies a plea for alignment and unity with God's will, a crucial element for spiritual transformation.
The narrative shifts beautifully as the song also articulates the Father's perspective, envisioning a reciprocal relationship where He calls the individual His "double portion son." This divine perspective underscores God's desire to not only be a Father but to see us flourish as His cherished children, bearing His likeness and carrying His purposes. The promise, "for curses to stop in our land, and together we'll run as heaven smiles over us," is a bold proclamation of hope for redemption and breakthrough. This speaks to the ancient prophetic longing for a restoration that heals brokenness and ushers in an era of divine favor, much like the prophets spoke of a coming day of blessing and renewed covenant. The repeated phrase, "And we'll run," signifies active engagement and unhindered progress in God's plan. The culmination of the song, calling for the "spirit of Elijah" to come and for "rains of revival" to pour forth, is a direct invocation for the prophetic anointing that stirred hearts and brought about significant spiritual awakenings in biblical times. This echoes the prayers of Joel, who cried out for the Lord to pour out His Spirit upon all flesh (Joel 2:28-29), and the powerful ministry of Elijah himself, who stood as a pillar of truth and ignited a nation's return to God. The song is a passionate cry for spiritual renewal, a call to embrace the fullness of our identity as sons and daughters, and a confident expectation of God's transformative power to sweep across the land.