Selah - Be (My Heart, My Hands, My Voice) Lyrics
Lyrics
He said come,
Anyone who wants must deny himself,
Take up his cross, follow me
No matter the cost
Be my heart, my hands, my voice
How are we living for Christ
How are we living for Christ
Following him we will sacrifice
But are we willing to die
God gives the strength that it takes
And he knows the price that you pay
The life you've been called to, will not be in vain
So don't be afraid, don't be afraid
When you are shackled in chains
Imprisoned for sharing his name
If you should suffer for righteousness sake
Don't be afraid don't be afraid
Whoever wants to save his life will lose it
Whoever wants to save his life will lose it
Whoever loses his life for my sake will find it
Whoever loses his life for my sake will find it
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Be (My Heart, My Hands, My Voice)
Meaning & Inspiration
Selah's powerful anthem, "Be (My Heart, My Hands, My Voice)," released in 2014 as part of their album *You Amaze Us*, isn't just a collection of melodies; it's a profound theological and practical call to discipleship. The song directly echoes the foundational teachings of Jesus, specifically His words found in Matthew 16:24-25, where He instructs, "Whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it." This core message, woven throughout the lyrics, challenges listeners to move beyond superficial faith and embrace a radical commitment that mirrors Christ’s own sacrifice. The repeated plea to "Be my heart, my hands, my voice" is an invocation for complete surrender, asking believers to embody Christ's love, extend His compassion through their actions, and proclaim His truth with their words.
The verses grapple with the practical implications of this commitment, posing direct questions about how we are truly living for Christ and if we are willing to endure hardship, even sacrifice our lives, in His name. This is not presented as an optional add-on to faith but as an intrinsic consequence of following Jesus. The song offers reassurance and strength in the face of such daunting possibilities, reminding us that "God gives the strength that it takes" and that our efforts, however costly, will not be in vain. This resonates with passages like Philippians 4:13, which assures us that "I can do all this through him who gives me strength," and Romans 8:18, stating, "For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us." The lyrics further address the fear that arises when facing persecution or imprisonment for our faith, drawing a parallel to Jesus' own admonishment to "not be afraid" when facing adversity for His sake, as recorded in passages like Luke 12:4 and John 16:33. The song beautifully synthesizes the call to selfless living with the divine empowerment and ultimate victory promised to those who faithfully follow Jesus, irrespective of the earthly cost.