Smokie Norful - He's All I Need Lyrics
Lyrics
Cause he's all I need
Oh with his mercy, power, and everything that sustains me, I tell you he's all, all I need
[Choir:]
All, all I need
All, all I need
Jesus is all I need
[Lead:]
I found in him a resting place, he's all I need
With the wealth of his love, power and everything that sustains me, jesus all everything I need
[Choir:]
All, all I need
All, all I need
Jesus is all I...
[musicians]
Jesus, he's all I need
Jesus, he's all I need
Can't live without him
Won't ever doubt him
Nobody like him, no
Can't live without him
Won't ever doubt him
Nobody like him, no
No [x3]
[Lead:] what's his name?
[End:]
Jesus
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He's All I Need
Meaning & Inspiration
Smokie Norful’s "He's All I Need," released in 2003 on his self-titled album *Smokie Norful*, emerges as a powerful declaration of faith, anchoring itself in the profound truth of Christ’s complete sufficiency. This isn't merely a song; it's a theological statement set to music, inviting all who engage with it to contemplate the ultimate source of their provision and peace. The essence of its message resonates deeply: every human longing, every material or spiritual necessity, finds its fulfillment in Jesus alone. It bypasses superficial expressions to delve into the very core of Christian experience – an unshakeable dependence on the Divine.
The lyrical foundation of "He's All I Need" is simple yet profound, echoing the Psalmist’s cry, "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want" (Psalm 23:1). Norful, through the lead and choir, articulates a testimony that speaks to the soul’s deepest conviction: Christ provides "mercy, power, and everything that sustains me." This multifaceted provision aligns perfectly with Scripture, where God’s mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23), His power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9), and He sustains His people through trials and triumphs, just as He sustained Israel in the wilderness for forty years (Nehemiah 9:21). The declaration isn't a passive wish but an active confession, acknowledging Jesus as the sole supplier of spiritual and emotional nourishment.
Furthermore, the song highlights finding "a resting place" in Him, a concept that immediately brings to mind Jesus' invitation in Matthew 11:28: "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." In a world fraught with anxieties and incessant striving, the idea of a spiritual sanctuary where the soul can find peace is incredibly comforting and liberating. This rest is not born of inaction, but of an absolute trust that allows one to lay down burdens, understanding that in Christ, we are "complete" (Colossians 2:10). This completeness is further enriched by "the wealth of his love," an echoing of Ephesians 3:19, which speaks of knowing the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge. His love isn't just a sentiment; it's an inexhaustible resource that empowers, strengthens, and confirms our identity.
The latter part of the song builds into an unwavering commitment: "Can't live without him, won't ever doubt him, nobody like him, no." This powerful affirmation speaks to the transformative impact of Christ's presence, aligning with John 15:5, where Jesus states, "Apart from me you can do nothing." It's a recognition that true life, purpose, and strength are intricately bound to Him. The refusal to doubt is not born of naïveté but of experience and faith, understanding that God is faithful and His promises are true (Hebrews 10:23). This resolute stance serves as an encouragement, calling on believers to stand firm in their conviction, remembering that Jesus is indeed incomparable – "nobody like him" – a truth celebrated throughout Scripture, from Isaiah's prophecies to the New Testament's exaltation of Christ as Lord of all. "He's All I Need" ultimately serves as a resounding anthem for the Christian journey, a constant reminder that in Christ alone, we find everything required for life and godliness.