If You’re deep in the ocean
Or high on the mountain
Lord, my worship will chase You
My one desire is to never be too far away
Draw me close enough to touch You
(I want to touch you) (Oh)
If You’re deep in the ocean
Or high on the mountain
Lord, my worship will chase You
My one desire is to never be too far away
So draw me close enough to touch You (whoa)
If You’re deep in the ocean
(Come on, sing or high on the mountain)
Or high on the mountain
(Lord my worship)
Lord, my worship will chase You
(Now sing my one desire)
My one desire (to never be too far away) is to never be too far away
(So draw me close enough)
Draw me close enough to touch You
(Somebody lift your hands and touch Him tonight. We want to touch you tonight. We want to touch you tonight. Say it again. If you’re deep)
If You’re deep in the ocean
(Say, or high on the mountain)
Or high on the mountain
(Lord my worship)
Lord, my worship (it will chase you will chase You
(Now sing, my one desire)
My one desire (to never be too far away) is to never be too far away
(So draw me close)
Draw me close enough to touch You
(Now right where you are raise your voices. Come on, raise your voices and touch Him. Raise your voices and touch Him.)
Here’s my heart of worship
I give it to You
Father, father
Here’s my heart of worship
I give it to You
(Oh)
(Here’s my heart)
Here’s my heart of worship
(Come on, say, I give it to You)
I give it to You
(Now somebody call him Father. Say Father)
Father, father
Here’s my heart of worship
I give it to You
(Oh) Oh
(Here’s my heart)
Here’s my heart of worship
I give it to You
(And tonight we call you Father)
Father, father
(Here’s my heart)
Here’s my heart of worship
I give it to You
(Oh) Oh
(Come on, raise your voices)
(Here’s my heart)
Here’s my heart of worship
I give it to You
(All over this building call Him Father, say, Father)
Father, father
Here’s my heart of worship
I give it to You
(Oh) Oh
(Here’s my heart)
Here’s my heart of worship
(I give it to You, Lord)
I give it to You
(And tonight I call you Father)
Father, father
(Here’s my heart)
Here’s my heart of worship
(I give it all over)
I give it to You
(Oh) Oh
(Say, here’s my heart)
Here’s my heart of worship
I give it to You
(Now somebody shout, Father)
Father, father
(We call you Father)
(Here’s my heart)
Here’s my heart of worship
I give it to You
(Oh) Oh
(I give it)
I give it to You
(Say Oh)
Oh
(I give it to You)
I give it to You
(All that I am Lord)
Oh
(All that I am Lord)
I give it to You
(Say Oh)
Oh
(I give it)
I give it to You
(Oh) Oh
If You’re deep in the ocean
Or high on the mountain
Lord, my worship will chase You
My one desire is to never be too far away
Draw me close enough to touch You
Draw me close enough to touch You
(Come on He is drawing us tonight)
Draw me close enough to touch You
Heart Of Worship
Heart Of Worship Song Meaning, Biblical Reference and Inspiration
Tasha Cobbs Leonard’s “Heart Of Worship,” released on November 22, 2019, stands as more than just a song; it’s a profound invitation to introspection about the very essence of devotion. This isn't a track about the grandeur of a worship service or the power of a melody, but rather a return to the fundamental truth that God desires the worshipper, not just the worship. At its core, the song challenges the notion that external expressions or polished performances are sufficient, redirecting focus to the state of the inner person – the heart – from which true reverence must spring. It's a poignant reminder that the songs sung, the hands raised, or the knees bowed are meant to be extensions of a spirit wholly surrendered and primarily focused on Christ Himself.
The song effectively conveys this message through its musical landscape. While powerful, it possesses an intimacy that feels personal, as though Tasha Cobbs Leonard is not singing *to* a crowd but *with* a single soul grappling with the authenticity of their connection to the divine. The vocal delivery carries a weight of sincerity, moving from a searching tone to a declaration of yieldedness, emphasizing the journey from potentially ritualistic actions back to genuine affection. The arrangement supports this, building in intensity not to hype emotion, but to reflect the depth of conviction found in rediscovering the simple, pure motivation for worship: loving God above all else. It’s a sound designed to strip away the superficial and expose the true posture of devotion.
Examining the song through the lens of Scripture reveals its deep roots in biblical principles. Jesus Himself highlighted this crucial distinction in John 4:23-24, declaring that the Father seeks worshippers who will worship Him in spirit and truth. This isn't merely about theological accuracy, but about a worship that emanates from the regenerated inner self, unburdened by pretense and fully aligned with divine reality. The song echoes the sentiment of Matthew 15:8, where Jesus quotes Isaiah concerning those who honor Him with their lips but whose hearts are far from Him. "Heart Of Worship" insists that the acts are secondary to the heart's condition – a spirit broken and contrite, which Psalm 51:17 assures us God will not despise. It calls to mind the imperative of Romans 12:1, presenting our entire lives, our very beings, as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God, which is our spiritual act of worship. The song guides us back to the "first love" mentioned in Revelation 2:4, urging us to remember from where we have fallen and to return to the foundational devotion that fuels every outward expression. It’s a musical and spiritual call to abandon the performance and embrace the person, the true object of our worship, ensuring that our expressions of praise are not empty echoes but genuine responses to His worthiness. This song serves as a powerful spiritual compass, pointing believers back to the core truth that God desires our presence, our love, our surrender, far more than He desires the song itself.
