Steffany Gretzinger - Forever Amen Lyrics
Lyrics
Let me hear the sound of Your voice and I will leave it all behind
Let me hear the sound of Your voice and I'll come running
There's something in the sound of Your voice that speaks to every part of me
When I hear the sound of Your voice, I'm alive
I was made to love You, it's all I really know for sure
All I am is wrapped up in You, the center of my world
And I was made to love You, from my beginning to my end
And You'll be my forever, my forever amen
Let me hear the sound of Your voice and I will leave it all behind
Let me hear the sound of Your voice and I'll come running
There's something in the sound of Your voice that speaks to every part of me
And when I hear the sound of Your voice, I'm alive
Oh, I was made to love You, it's all I really know for sure
All I am is wrapped up in You, the center of my world
And I was made to love You, from my beginning to my end
And You'll be my forever, my forever amen
Amen, amen
Amen, amen, amen
Amen, amen
Amen, amen, amen
Amen, amen
Amen, amen, amen
Amen, amen
Amen, amen, amen
Video
Steffany Gretzinger - Forever Amen (Official Lyric Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on March 30, 2018, as part of her powerful album *Blackout*, Steffany Gretzinger’s "Forever Amen" immediately establishes itself as a profound declaration of responsive faith. The song offers a deeply personal narrative of devotion, centered around the life-transforming power of God’s voice and the unwavering commitment it inspires within a believer's journey. It’s an anthem for those who have experienced the undeniable call of the divine, shaping their very existence.
The song’s opening lines, "Let me hear the sound of Your voice and I will leave it all behind," are not merely a request but a potent surrender. This immediate willingness to forsake earthly attachments at the sound of God's voice reflects a core biblical principle, seen throughout Scripture. When Jesus called His first disciples, as recorded in Matthew 4:19-20, they "immediately left their nets and followed him." Similarly, in John 10:27, Jesus states, "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me," illustrating this very dynamic of recognition leading to devoted pursuit. The lyric "Let me hear the sound of Your voice and I'll come running" paints a picture of eager, unhesitating response, a spiritual urgency found in a heart yearning for the divine presence. The subsequent declaration, "There's something in the sound of Your voice that speaks to every part of me / When I hear the sound of Your voice, I'm alive," beautifully articulates the life-giving nature of God's word. It echoes John 6:63, where Jesus explains, "The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life," signifying that truly engaging with God’s voice is not just an auditory experience but a spiritual awakening, infusing purpose and vitality into one's being.
The chorus serves as the theological anchor of the song, articulating the foundational truth of human existence from a biblical perspective: "I was made to love You, it's all I really know for sure." This speaks to the very first and greatest commandment found in Matthew 22:37-38: "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind." It's a recognition that love for God isn't just an option but the very purpose woven into our design, an innate knowing beyond intellectual assent. The phrase "All I am is wrapped up in You, the center of my world" portrays God not merely as a part of life but as its indispensable core, the gravitational pull around which all things revolve. This aligns with Romans 11:36, which states, "For from him and through him and to him are all things." The commitment expressed with "And I was made to love You, from my beginning to my end" extends this devotion across the entire span of life, from creation to eternity, implying a covenantal faithfulness. The song culminates in the powerful and unwavering affirmation, "And You'll be my forever, my forever amen." The word "Amen," derived from the Hebrew, means "so be it," "truly," or "it is firm." It’s an exclamation of absolute agreement and trust, not just a concluding remark. In Revelation 3:14, Jesus Himself is called "the Amen, the faithful and true witness," embedding profound theological weight into the repeated declaration. To say "forever amen" is to declare God's eternal sovereignty and one's unending submission and trust in Him, a resounding "yes" to His promises and character, as articulated in 2 Corinthians 1:20: "For all the promises of God find their 'Yes' in him. That is why it is through him that we utter our 'Amen' to God for his glory."
The repeating structure of the verses and chorus, building into an extended, meditative "Amen" section, creates a deeply immersive spiritual atmosphere. This repetition isn't monotonous; rather, it's a deliberate act of affirmation, a communal echo of deep-seated conviction. Each "Amen" becomes a prayer, a declaration, and a sealing of the truth just proclaimed. It mirrors the ancient practice of corporate worship where congregations would respond with "Amen" to blessings and declarations, such as in Nehemiah 8:6. The extensive repetition transforms a personal declaration into a universal truth, inviting every individual engaging with the song to join in that steadfast affirmation of God's eternal faithfulness and their own eternal devotion. "Forever Amen" ultimately serves as an inspiring reminder that a life anchored in God's voice, purpose, and unending love is not only fulfilling but truly alive, echoing the timeless truth of Hebrews 13:8 that "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." This song is a beacon for those seeking to deepen their understanding of God's central role in their lives, fostering a spirit of joyful surrender and steadfast commitment.