Rock City Worship - Restore Me Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
You know my shame
Even when I try to hide from You
You call my name
You find me here
When I don't 'have words to say to You
You 'hold me near
Pre-Chorus
Your promise stays the same
You are faithful God, faithful God
And though I'm far away
Chorus
You restore me, restore me, in Your glory
You restore me, here in Your glory, restore me
Verse 2
You know my pain
You felt it when You died for me
Though I turned away, You thought of me
As I held You down You took my place
And by amazing grace
Chorus
You restore me, restore me, in Your glory
You restore me, here in Your glory, restore me
Interlude 2:23 - 3:25
Pre-Chorus
Your promise stays the same
You are faithful God, faithful God
And though I'm far away
Outro
You restore me, restore me, in Your glory
You restore me, here in Your glory, restore me
Video
Restore Me | Official Live Video | Rock City Worship
Meaning & Inspiration
Rock City Worship offered a profound spiritual reflection with the release of their song "Restore Me" on November 16, 2023, presented through an Official Live Video that immediately draws the soul into a space of vulnerability and divine comfort. This powerful worship anthem captures the deeply personal journey of human frailty met with God's unwavering grace, unfolding as a testament to His redemptive nature. It speaks to the universal experience of feeling lost, ashamed, or in pain, only to be lovingly sought out and embraced by a faithful God.
The song’s narrative begins with an honest confession, acknowledging the futile attempts to conceal personal shame from an omniscient God. The lyrics articulate a truth familiar to humanity since the garden of Eden, where Adam and Eve tried to hide from the Lord’s presence, yet God actively calls out, seeking connection. This echoes the sentiment found in Psalm 139, reminding us that there is no place to flee from His Spirit, and He knows us intimately, even our unarticulated struggles. When words fail to express the depths of our hearts, the song beautifully reminds us that God doesn't distance Himself; instead, He draws us near, much like the Spirit intercedes for us with groans too deep for words, as described in Romans 8:26, or how the Lord is always close to the brokenhearted, according to Psalm 34:18.
The pre-chorus then anchors this individual experience in the immutable character of God, declaring His promise to remain constant and His faithfulness eternal. Even when we wander far from His path, His covenant love does not falter, a truth beautifully captured in Lamentations 3:22-23, which proclaims His mercies are new every morning and His faithfulness is great. This unwavering nature assures us that despite our straying, depicted so vividly in the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15, God's promise to welcome us back remains.
The chorus, the heart of the song, becomes a resonant cry and a triumphant declaration: "You restore me, restore me, in Your glory." This isn't just a simple act of mending; it's a divine restoration that brings us back to a state of wholeness and purpose, guided by God’s magnificent presence. To be restored in His glory implies that the healing and renewal are not merely superficial but transformative, reflecting His divine nature and power. Just as Psalm 23:3 states, "He restores my soul," this restoration is a profound spiritual renewal that revitalizes the very core of our being, making us whole through His radiant love.
The second verse delves deeper into the profound empathy of Christ, acknowledging that God knows our pain because He personally experienced it through His sacrifice. The lyrics poignantly state that He felt our pain when He died for us, a powerful echo of Isaiah 53:3-5, which describes Him as a "man of sorrows, acquainted with grief," wounded for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities. Even as humanity "turned away" and metaphorically "held Him down" at the cross, His thoughts were consumed with love for us, taking our place through "amazing grace." This powerful image connects directly to 2 Corinthians 5:21, where God made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. It’s an overwhelming act of substitutionary love, made possible solely by His incredible, unmerited favor, as emphasized in Ephesians 2:8-9.
The interlude and outro sections serve to reinforce this central message of restoration, allowing for a space of meditation and internalizing the powerful truths sung throughout the verses and chorus. The repeated declaration of "You restore me" solidifies the unwavering truth of God's active, personal, and glorious work in the lives of His people. "Restore Me" by Rock City Worship is more than just a song; it's a worship experience that offers immense comfort and hope, reminding every soul that no matter how deep the shame, how profound the pain, or how far the wandering, the faithful God is always pursuing, always embracing, and always ready to restore us fully in His glorious presence. It's an inspiring anthem for anyone seeking renewed hope and a deeper connection with the God who never gives up on His creation.