Shawn McDonald - Home Lyrics
Lyrics
I've seen enough to say that I know
That this old world is not my home
From lustful eyes and tainted lies, pride to hide the way that I
The way that I feel inside
I am ready to go home
I'm packing my bags and I'm hitting the road
I am ready to go home
I'm packing my bags and I'm hitting the road
I've seen enough to say that I know
That this old world is not my home
From lustful eyes and tainted lies and pride to hide
The way that I feel inside
I am ready to go home
I'm packing my bags and I'm hitting the road
I am ready to go home
I'm packing my bags and I'm hitting the road
Packing my bags and I'm hitting the road
Yes, I'm gonna run, I'm gonna run for my home
To stand in the sight of the Living God
That's where I'm longing to be
I am ready to go home
I'm packing my bags and I'm hitting the road
I am ready to go home
I'm packing my bags and I'm hitting the road
Hitting the road
Hitting the road
Hitting the road
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Shawn McDonald - Home
Meaning & Inspiration
Shawn McDonald's "Home," released as part of his 2005 album *Live In Seattle*, is a profound declaration of faith and a yearning for spiritual fulfillment that resonates deeply with the Christian soul. The song’s narrative isn't just about a physical journey, but a spiritual one, a conscious decision to acknowledge the transient nature of earthly existence and to set one's sights on a heavenly destination. McDonald articulates a clarity of vision, stating, "I've seen enough to say that I know / That this old world is not my home." This isn't born from cynicism, but from a mature understanding of the struggles and temptations inherent in our fallen world, acknowledging the presence of "lustful eyes and tainted lies, pride to hide the way that I feel inside." This sentiment echoes the Apostle Paul's declaration in Philippians 3:20, "But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ," reminding us that our true allegiance lies not with the temporary, but with the eternal.
The core message of "Home" is one of active preparation for this ultimate homecoming. McDonald doesn't simply express a passive desire; he is "packing my bags and I'm hitting the road." This imagery speaks to a deliberate, intentional turning away from the superficial and towards the substantial. It's a commitment to shedding the encumbrances of worldly desires and distractions that can obscure our spiritual path. The repeated refrain, "I am ready to go home," is a powerful affirmation of readiness, a willingness to leave behind the illusions of this life for the unshakeable reality of God's presence. This aligns with the biblical call to live as sojourners and pilgrims, as Peter writes in 1 Peter 2:11, "Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the flesh, which battle against your soul." The song encourages a similar active detachment and pursuit of holiness.
The bridge of the song offers a beautiful glimpse into the motivation behind this journey: "Yes, I'm gonna run, I'm gonna run for my home / To stand in the sight of the Living God / That's where I'm longing to be." This vividly portrays the ultimate goal – to be in the unmediated presence of God. It reflects David's earnest cry in Psalm 27:4, "One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in his temple." McDonald's passion is palpable; he’s not just heading towards a place, but towards a person, the source of all life and love. The repeated phrase "hitting the road" becomes a mantra of forward momentum, a testament to the relentless pursuit of spiritual maturity and the ultimate reunion with our Creator. This song serves as an inspiring anthem for anyone seeking to reorient their lives, reminding us that the most significant journey we can undertake is the one that leads us closer to our eternal home.