Rivers & Robots - Discovery Lyrics
Lyrics
You are
More real than I know
Help me remember
That I’m not alone
Your word
Is life to my soul
Help me remember
That you’re in control
Cause when you speak
I feel my heart burn within
Teach my soul
To be always listening
You’re word
Is a light to my path
Help me remember
You’re the first and last
You are
The beautiful one
Whenever I see You
I am overcome
And You are
Never ending in your ways
I could search
Out your heart for all my days
Lord I need You
In my life
Nothing else can
Satisfy
Now that I know
I was made for this
Discovery
Video
Discovery - Rivers & Robots (Official Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on September 1, 2018, "Discovery" by Rivers & Robots offers a melodic invitation into the perpetual journey of knowing God. The song doesn't present a sudden revelation but rather the unfolding process of seeing more of who God is, a theme deeply embedded in the fabric of faith. It captures the sense that understanding the divine is not a fixed destination but an ongoing adventure, a continuous peeling back of layers revealing ever-greater depths of His nature. This aligns profoundly with the biblical perspective that while God has revealed Himself, His ways and thoughts are infinitely higher than ours, meaning there is always more to comprehend and wonder at.
Musically, the song builds a soundscape that feels expansive and contemplative, fitting for a theme of exploring vastness. The gentle instrumentation and atmospheric quality create a space for reflection, mirroring the internal posture of someone actively seeking or simply beholding the wonders of creation and the Creator. It evokes the feeling of stepping out into a wide-open space or gazing at the stars, where the sheer scale of existence prompts questions and inspires awe. This sensation ties into passages like Psalm 19, which declares that the heavens proclaim God's glory and the sky displays His handiwork, a constant, silent witness to His power and creativity accessible to all, everywhere. It is in this observable universe, teeming with intricacy and beauty, that a fundamental "discovery" of God's attributes can be made, as Romans 1:20 suggests, His invisible qualities, eternal power, and divine nature being clearly seen from the creation of the world.
Beyond the general revelation found in creation, the song also speaks to a more personal, ongoing discovery of God through relationship and His Word. The seeking heart, as described in Jeremiah 29:13, is promised that if one seeks Him with all their heart, they will find Him. This isn't a one-time event but a dynamic pursuit. Similarly, the Apostle Paul expresses his lifelong desire in Philippians 3:10 to "know Christ," which implies an ever-deepening understanding and experience of His person, not just intellectual assent. "Discovery" beautifully encapsulates this idea that even for those who have walked with faith for years, there is still uncharted territory in the character and purposes of God. His wisdom and knowledge are described in Romans 11:33 as unsearchable and His paths beyond tracing out, highlighting the inexhaustible nature of encountering Him. The song encourages a posture of humility and expectancy, acknowledging that our current understanding is only a fragment of the glorious reality of who God is, prompting us to lean in closer and continue the blessed task of seeking and discovering more. It’s a reminder that the greatest discoveries aren't always sudden flashes of insight, but the steady, unfolding revelation of a God who is bigger and more wonderful than we can ever fully grasp, inviting us deeper into relationship with Him each day.