Steffany Gretzinger - Out of Hiding Lyrics
Lyrics
Come out of hiding
You're safe here with Me
There's no need to cover
What I already see
You've got your reasons
But I hold your peace
You've been on lock-down
And I hold the key
'Cause I loved you before you knew it was love
And I saw it all, still I chose the cross
And you were the one that I was thinking of
When I rose from the grave
Now rid of the shackles, My victory's yours
I tore the veil for you to come close
There's no reason to stand at a distance anymore
You're not far from home
And now I'll be your lighthouse
When you're lost at sea
And I will illuminate
Everything
No need to be frightened by intimacy
No, just throw off your fear
And come running to Me
'Cause I loved you before you knew it was love
And I saw it all, still I chose the cross
And you were the one that I was thinking of
When I rose from the grave
Now rid of the shackles, My victory's yours
I tore the veil for you to come close
There's no reason to stand at a distance anymore
You're not far from home
You're not far from home
Keep on coming
And oh, as you run
What hindered love
Will only become
Part of the story
And oh, as you run
What hindered love
Will only become
Part of the story
And oh, as you run
What hindered love
Will only become
Part of the story
And oh as you run
What hindered love
Will only become
Part of the story
Baby, you're almost home now
Please don't quit now
You're almost home to me, yeah
Baby, you're almost home now
Please don't quit now
You're almost home to me, yes you are
Now baby, you're almost home now
Please don't quit now
You're almost home to me
Video
Out of Hiding (Official Lyric Video) - Steffany Gretzinger & Amanda Cook | The Undoing
Meaning & Inspiration
Steffany Gretzinger's "Out of Hiding," released on August 25, 2014, as part of her album *The Undoing*, emerges as a profound spiritual anthem, inviting souls into a place of radical intimacy and safety with the divine. The track immediately establishes a narrative rooted in divine invitation, portraying God as a tender, persistent pursuer who calls us from the shadows of shame and fear into the illuminating truth of His presence. It’s a compelling musical expression of the Gospel, centering on the unconditional love of a Father who sees us fully, yet desires us completely, just as we are.
The song’s opening lines set an immediate tone of compassionate welcome, extending an urgent yet gentle invitation to "come out of hiding," assuring that "You're safe here with Me." This echoes the ancient human tendency to conceal our vulnerabilities and perceived failings, a pattern first seen in Genesis 3 when Adam and Eve hid from God after their disobedience. Gretzinger’s lyrics reveal God’s omniscient, loving gaze, stating "There's no need to cover what I already see." This resonates deeply with Psalm 139:1-4, which affirms that God knows our thoughts, our sitting and rising, and is intimately acquainted with all our ways. The comfort found in such transparency is transformative; it suggests that divine knowledge is not a threat, but a foundation for profound security.
The narrative deepens as the song acknowledges our "reasons" for retreating, our self-imposed "lock-down," yet swiftly offers the divine remedy: "I hold your peace... And I hold the key." This powerful imagery evokes the spiritual imprisonment many experience due to guilt, fear, or past hurts, and positions Christ as the liberator, the one who proclaims release to the captives as prophesied in Isaiah 61:1 and fulfilled by Jesus in Luke 4:18. His peace, as promised in John 14:27, is not contingent on our circumstances but is a gift freely given, a peace that transcends all understanding (Philippians 4:7). The message is clear: true freedom and rest are found only in surrendering our keys to the One who truly holds them.
The chorus delivers the core theological statement, articulating God’s pre-existent and sacrificial love: "I loved you before you knew it was love, And I saw it all, still I chose the cross." This breathtaking declaration aligns perfectly with Romans 5:8, which states that God demonstrates His own love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. The idea that "you were the one that I was thinking of when I rose from the grave" is profoundly personal, suggesting that our individual salvation was the very joy set before Christ as He endured the cross (Hebrews 12:2). This deepens the understanding of the resurrection not merely as a historical event, but as an intensely personal victory secured for each person.
Building on the foundation of Christ’s triumph, the song declares, "Now rid of the shackles, My victory's yours." This speaks directly to the liberation from sin and death that comes through faith, reminding us that we are no longer bound by condemnation (Romans 8:1-2). The imagery of the torn veil—"I tore the veil for you to come close"—is a potent reference to the temple veil being rent in two at Christ’s crucifixion (Matthew 27:51). This act symbolized the direct access to God that was made possible through Jesus’ sacrifice, eliminating the need for intermediaries and inviting us to "draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith" (Hebrews 10:19-22). Consequently, "There's no reason to stand at a distance anymore; You're not far from home," emphasizing our restored relationship and proximity to our spiritual origin.
The subsequent verses reinforce God’s active role in our journey, promising to "be your lighthouse when you're lost at sea" and to "illuminate everything." This portrays God as our constant guide and source of clarity, akin to Psalm 119:105, which describes His word as a lamp for our feet and a light for our path. The invitation progresses to address a common human struggle: fear of intimacy. "No need to be frightened by intimacy, No, just throw off your fear and come running to Me," is a tender command that echoes 2 Timothy 1:7, reminding us that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind. It’s a call to trust fully, knowing that perfect love casts out all fear (1 John 4:18).
A particularly moving segment of the song reveals that "as you run, what hindered love will only become part of the story." This transformative perspective shifts our understanding of past struggles and pain. It’s a powerful affirmation that God redeems all things, working even our difficulties and shortcomings for His good and our ultimate benefit (Romans 8:28). Our brokenness is not erased, but integrated into a larger narrative of grace, becoming a testament to His faithfulness and redemptive power. It is a profound invitation to view our personal history through the lens of divine restoration, recognizing that nothing is wasted in His hands.
The song culminates with an intimate, encouraging plea: "Baby, you're almost home now, Please don't quit now, You're almost home to me." This tender endearment underscores God’s personal commitment and unwavering support through every step of our faith journey. It’s a direct exhortation to persevere, mirroring the biblical encouragement to run the race with endurance, fixing our eyes on Jesus (Hebrews 12:1-2) and not to grow weary in doing good (Galatians 6:9). It paints a picture of a loving Father eagerly awaiting His child’s return, assuring us that our ultimate destination is not just a place, but a Person—Himself. "Out of Hiding" is thus more than just a song; it’s a gospel message set to music, a profound spiritual experience that calls us to embrace radical transparency, rest in boundless love, and bravely step into the intimate relationship for which we were created.