Sanctus Real - Whatever You're Doing (Something Heavenly) Lyrics
Lyrics
It's time for healing time to move on
It's time to fix what's been broken too long
Time make right what has been wrong
It's time to find my way to where I belong
There's a wave that's crashing over me
All I can do is surrender
Chorus
Whatever you're doing inside of me
It feels like chaos somehow there's peace
It's hard to surrender to what I can't see
But I'm giving in to something heavenly
Time for a milestone
Time to begin again
Revaluate who I really am
Am I doing everything to follow your will
Or just climbing aimlessly over these hills
So show me what it is you want from me
I give everything I surrender...
To...
Chorus
Time to face up
Clean this old house
Time to breathe in and let everything out
That I've wanted to say for so many years
Time to to release all my held back tears
Whatever you're doing inside of me
It feels like chaos but I believe
You're up to something bigger than me
Larger than life something heavenly
Whatever you're doing inside of me
It feels like chaos but now I can see
This something bigger than me
Larger than life something heavenly
Something heavenly
It's time to face up
Clean this old house
Time breathe in and let everything out
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Sanctus Real - Whatever You're Doing (Something Heavenly)
Meaning & Inspiration
Sanctus Real’s "Whatever You're Doing (Something Heavenly)," released on January 1, 2010, as part of their album "Acoustic Playlist: Mild - A New Blend of Your Favorite Songs," is a profound sonic exploration of spiritual transformation. From its opening chords, the song invites us into an intimate space of introspection and surrender, articulating a journey that is both deeply personal and universally resonant for anyone seeking divine intervention in their lives.
The narrative of the song unfolds with a raw honesty, beginning with a powerful declaration: "It's time for healing time to move on / It's time to fix what's been broken too long." This immediately captures the human longing for restoration and a fresh start, echoing the psalmist's understanding of God as the one who "heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds" (Psalm 147:3). The sense of seeking one's true place – "to find my way to where I belong" – speaks to the innate desire for purpose and identity, which for many is ultimately rooted in their relationship with the Creator, as Ephesians 2:19-20 describes believers as "fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God." This initial yearning then gives way to a moment of profound revelation, symbolized by a "wave that's crashing over me," leading to an inevitable and complete surrender. This imagery powerfully illustrates the overwhelming presence of God or the undeniable conviction of the Holy Spirit, compelling a yielding of control, a theme deeply biblical in calls to "submit yourselves, then, to God" (James 4:7).
The chorus then crystallizes the central paradox of faith: "Whatever you're doing inside of me / It feels like chaos somehow there's peace." This speaks to the often-uncomfortable and disorienting process of spiritual growth, where old patterns and understandings are challenged, yet an inexplicable tranquility emerges from the divine work. This concept resonates with Isaiah 26:3, promising perfect peace to those whose minds are fixed on God, even amidst internal upheaval. The struggle to "surrender to what I can't see" perfectly encapsulates the essence of faith described in Hebrews 11:1 as "the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." Despite this difficulty, the resolve to embrace "something heavenly" marks a decisive turning point. As the song progresses, it delves into deeper self-examination, questioning one's true alignment: "Am I doing everything to follow your will / Or just climbing aimlessly over these hills?" This moment of spiritual inventory mirrors the biblical injunction to "examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith" (2 Corinthians 13:5), seeking authentic obedience rather than self-directed effort. The plea, "Show me what it is you want from me / I give everything I surrender," is a vulnerable prayer for divine guidance and complete submission, reflecting the heart of Psalm 32:8 where God promises to instruct and teach us the way we should go.
The song reaches a climactic point of cleansing and release with the lines, "Time to face up / Clean this old house / Time to breathe in and let everything out / That I've wanted to say for so many years / Time to release all my held back tears." This powerful metaphor of "cleaning this old house" represents repentance, confession, and the purging of spiritual impurities, a direct application of 1 John 1:9: "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." The release of long-held emotions signifies a deep emotional and spiritual freedom that comes from laying burdens before God, aligning with the comfort found in Psalm 34:18, where the Lord is near to the brokenhearted. The repeated affirmation in the bridge—"Whatever you're doing inside of me / It feels like chaos but I believe / You're up to something bigger than me / Larger than life something heavenly"—culminates in a moment of clarity and conviction: "but now I can see / This something bigger than me." This transition from belief to sight (or profound understanding) signifies the Holy Spirit revealing God's grand purpose, confirming that His work within us is far grander than our limited perception, as articulated in Ephesians 3:20, where God is able to do "far more abundantly than all that we ask or think."
"Whatever You're Doing (Something Heavenly)" transcends mere musical composition; it serves as a spiritual roadmap for the soul in transition. Sanctus Real brilliantly captures the tension, the struggle, and ultimately the profound peace found in yielding to God’s transformative work. It's an anthem for personal revival, gently but firmly encouraging us to trust in a divine process that may feel chaotic but is ultimately orchestrating healing, peace, and purpose beyond our comprehension. The song reaffirms that our personal narratives are interwoven with a larger, heavenly design, reminding us that God "works all things together for good for those who love him, who are called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28). This track stands as a testament to the active, personal, and ultimately glorious presence of God in the lives of His children, inspiring all who hear it to embrace the beautiful, albeit sometimes messy, journey of surrender to something truly heavenly.