Shane & Shane - Come In Close Lyrics
Lyrics
Lord come in close
As close as You'd like
I 'm not afraid
Of the fire in Your eyes
Though the road's costly
I lay down my life
You are my portion
You are my prize
I trust You
I trust You
Lord come in close
Make Your home in side
I know You're consuming
But I won't try to hide
Though Your way wounds me
I lay down my p ride
There's a longing in m y heart
Only You satisfy
I trust You
I trust You
In the darkest of nights
Or the highest of highs I trust You
I know You hold the earth
The stars and sea
And You say they're good
Like the plans You have for me
How much more Your word
That can not return empty
Will be good for me to trust and to believe
Will be good for me to t rust and to believe
In Your promises I trust and I believe
I trust You
I trust You
In the darkest of nights
Or the highest of highs I trust You
Lord come in close
As close as You'd like
I'm not afraid
Of the fire in Your eyes
Though the road's costly
I lay down my life
You are my portion
You are my prize
Video
Draw Me Close | Songs From Home
Meaning & Inspiration
"Come In Close," from Shane & Shane's "Draw Me Close | Songs From Home" collection, released on August 4, 2020, stands as a powerful testament to radical surrender and unwavering trust in God. This song goes beyond a mere invitation for divine proximity; it articulates a profound, almost defiant, willingness to embrace the consuming, refining presence of the Holy. It speaks to the deep human longing for intimacy with the Creator, coupled with the courageous resolve to face the cost of such a relationship.
The essence of "Come In Close" unfolds as a prayer of profound humility and audacious faith. The opening lines, "Lord come in close, as close as You'd like, I'm not afraid of the fire in Your eyes," immediately set a tone of brave vulnerability. This isn't a cautious request but an open invitation to a God whose holiness is often described in Scripture as a "consuming fire" (Hebrews 12:29). The absence of fear here isn't naiveté, but a trust born from understanding God's character – His fire purifies rather than destroys the yielded soul. The acknowledgment that "the road's costly, I lay down my life" speaks directly to the call of discipleship, echoing Jesus's words about taking up one's cross daily (Luke 9:23). Yet, this costly surrender is not a loss, but a gain, as the soul declares, "You are my portion, You are my prize," aligning with the psalmist who proclaimed, "The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup" (Psalm 16:5) and Paul's perspective of Christ being of "surpassing worth" (Philippians 3:8). This establishes God as the ultimate source of satisfaction and reward, far surpassing any earthly gain.
The repeated declaration, "I trust You," acts as the song's anchoring refrain, a simple yet monumental affirmation. It's a foundational statement that underpins every other plea and confession. This trust deepens as the song progresses into its second stanza, where the invitation intensifies: "Lord come in close, make Your home inside." This isn't just about a visit but a permanent indwelling, fulfilling the promise of God making His abode with those who love Him (John 14:23). The honest recognition, "I know You're consuming, but I won't try to hide," again confronts the transformative, often challenging, nature of God's presence. True intimacy requires transparency, even when it exposes our flaws and comforts. The raw confession, "Though Your way wounds me, I lay down my pride," reveals a spiritual maturity that understands God's discipline as an act of love, refining us like a father corrects his child for their good (Proverbs 3:11-12, Hebrews 12:5-11). It's a surrender of the ego, that stubborn barrier which often prevents true healing and spiritual growth. This process ultimately leads to the profound realization, "There's a longing in my heart, only You satisfy," a sentiment deeply rooted in Scripture where God is presented as the sole satisfier of the yearning soul (Psalm 107:9, Psalm 42:1-2).
The bridge of the song shifts to a contemplative declaration of God's omnipotence and faithfulness, reinforcing the basis for such radical trust. "I know You hold the earth, the stars and sea, and You say they're good, like the plans You have for me." This acknowledges God's sovereign control over creation (Colossians 1:16-17) and His benevolent intentions for humanity (Jeremiah 29:11). From this grand cosmic perspective, the song then pivots to the unwavering reliability of God's spoken word: "How much more Your word, that can not return empty, will be good for me to trust and to believe." This powerful statement directly references Isaiah 55:11, where God promises that His word "will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it." It's a profound reassurance that if God's physical creation is good and His plans are good, then His very word, His promises, are utterly dependable and beneficial for our belief. The expanded chorus further solidifies this comprehensive trust, declaring, "In the darkest of nights or the highest of highs, I trust You," signifying an all-weather, all-circumstance reliance on God's unwavering presence and character, irrespective of life's fluctuating seasons (Romans 8:38-39).
"Come In Close" concludes by returning to its opening stanza, reinforcing the cyclical nature of surrender and trust. It's not a one-time decision but a continuous posture of the heart, an ongoing invitation to a God who draws near to those who draw near to Him (James 4:8). The song's enduring message is an inspiring call to embrace an unreserved, courageous intimacy with God, recognizing that true satisfaction, purpose, and peace are found only in Him, through a life laid down in absolute trust and expectation of His refining, fulfilling presence. It’s an anthem for anyone seeking to move past superficial faith into the transformative depth of knowing and being known by the Almighty.