Steve Green - I Can See Lyrics
Lyrics
All at once He walked beside me
Like He'd been there all along
Not a stranger but a Father
Who can sense when something's wrong
And He answered all my questions
And He understood my fears
That somehow vanished now that
He was here Chorus:
Can't you see who walks with you
Can't you hear who speaks your name
Can't you feel something stirring in your heart
How His words ring strong and true
Like a once familiar strain
Can the paths we follow from now on be the same
I couldn't bear for Him to leave me
So I begged Him please to stay
Spend the evening, a few moments
Before He went His way
Then like a host He stood and blessed me
Broke the bread and poured the wine
Then I knew there was something there
I recognized Chorus:
Yes, I can see who walks with me
I can hear who speaks my name
I can feel something stirring in my heart
How His words ring strong and true
Like a once familiar strain
And I know I'll never be the same
I can see
And from that moment in time
I felt the emptiness subside
And all the wonder of creation shining through
And for that first time in my life
I really looked into His eyes
And saw eternity and suddenly I knew
Yes, I can see
Chorus
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I Can See (On The Emmaus Road)
Meaning & Inspiration
"I Can See," a compelling track from Steve Green's "The Ultimate Collection: Steve Green," released on January 1, 2006, invites the soul on a profound spiritual journey from blindness to revelation. This song is a narrative masterpiece, drawing its inspiration from one of the most poignant post-resurrection encounters in the New Testament: the road to Emmaus. It traces the experience of two disciples, initially walking in sorrow and confusion, unable to recognize the very Christ who walked beside them, only to have their eyes opened in a dramatic moment of divine recognition.
The story within the song begins with a poignant sense of spiritual wandering and questioning. The protagonist describes a sudden companionship, a "Father" figure who appears as if "He'd been there all along," understanding unspoken fears and providing answers to deep-seated questions. This immediate connection brings a comfort so profound that all previous anxieties vanish in His presence. It reflects the heart’s longing for understanding and peace, a yearning often met by Christ's gentle approach to those lost in doubt. Just as Jesus drew near to the disciples on the road to Emmaus, patiently explaining the Scriptures without revealing His identity, this divine companion engages and comforts, laying the groundwork for a deeper truth to emerge. The chorus, initially presented as a challenge, questions the listener's own awareness: "Can't you see who walks with you? Can't you hear who speaks your name?" It prompts a critical self-reflection on the ever-present companionship of Christ and the subtle ways He calls out to each of us, stirring our hearts.
The narrative deepens as the protagonist, unwilling for this comforting presence to depart, pleads for Him to stay. This act of hospitality and longing mirrors the Emmaus disciples' earnest plea, "Stay with us, for it is toward evening and the day is now far spent" (Luke 24:29). This shared moment extends beyond mere companionship into a sacred encounter, as the guest then assumes the role of host, performing an act heavy with spiritual significance: "Then like a host He stood and blessed me, Broke the bread and poured the wine." This is the unmistakable turning point, directly echoing Jesus' actions at the Emmaus table where, "when he was at table with them, he took the bread and blessed and broke it and gave it to them" (Luke 24:30). In that moment, the eyes of the disciples "were opened, and they recognized him" (Luke 24:31). For the song’s protagonist, this act of breaking bread and pouring wine unlocks a similar recognition, a profound realization that connects to something deeply familiar and eternally significant, evoking images of the Last Supper and the Eucharist, where Christ is made known.
With recognition comes transformation, and the subsequent chorus becomes a declaration of newfound sight: "Yes, I can see who walks with me. I can hear who speaks my name." This shift from spiritual blindness to clear vision signifies a profound personal awakening, a true encounter with the living Christ. The emptiness that once pervaded the soul gives way to a vibrant awareness, where "all the wonder of creation shining through" is perceived anew. This is not merely an intellectual understanding, but an experience that reshapes one’s entire existence, leading to the powerful affirmation, "And I know I'll never be the same." This echoes the biblical promise of new creation for those in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17). The song culminates in a moment of sublime intimacy and revelation: "I really looked into His eyes, And saw eternity and suddenly I knew." This profound gaze transcends the physical, granting a spiritual insight into the very nature of God, a direct communion that solidifies faith and understanding. It’s a powerful testament to how an encounter with Christ fills the deepest voids, reveals eternal truths, and forever alters the perception of self and the world. Steve Green’s "I Can See" stands as a moving invitation for all to open their hearts and eyes to the ever-present Christ, who longs to walk alongside us, answer our questions, and reveal Himself in unmistakable ways.