Lyrics
Verse 1
I don’t want the glory like what they’re expecting
The point of the story’s to point to the heavens
Pre-Chorus
I been leaning on something more than myself
God I’m leaning on, you, and nobody else
Chorus
I don’t know where I’m going just that you’ll pull me through
Every blessing from heaven has always come from you
I know
Every step that I’m taking I know you’re right there too
I’ll finish how I started with all my faith in you
Only you
Brought me this far
Verse 2
Seen too much to doubt you
I’d be nowhere without you
You know I’d follow with the world at my back
Even if the path is leading through the shadows
I know that you won’t let go
Chorus (Repeat)
I don’t know where I’m going just that you’ll pull me through
Every blessing from heaven has always come from you
I know
Every step that I’m taking I know you’re right there too
I’ll finish how I started with all my faith in you
Only you
Brought me this far
Refrain
(Oh-oh, oh you brought me this far)
Brought me this far
(Oh-oh, oh you brought me this far)
Pre-Chorus (Repeat)
I been leaning on something more than myself
God I’m leaning on you, and nobody else
Chorus
I don’t know where I’m going just that you’ll pull me through
Every blessing from heaven has always come from you (it’s always come from you)
And I know
Every step that I’m taking I know you’re right there too
I’ll finish how I started with all my faith in you (just how I started)
Only you
Brought me this far
Outro
Brought me this far
Brought me this far
Only you
Only you
Video
Meaning & Inspiration
Brought Me This Far centers on dependence upon God rather than personal recognition. The opening rejects glory that would distract from heaven, establishing gratitude as the song’s main direction. Each blessing, step, and uncertain destination is placed under God’s care. The confession that only God has brought the singer this far turns remembered help into confidence for what remains ahead.
The lyrics do not pretend that the path is fully visible or free from shadows. Instead, faith rests on the conviction that God stays near and will not let go. That assurance resembles biblical language about trusting the Lord rather than relying solely on personal understanding, as well as the shepherd’s presence in a dark valley. The repeated promise to finish with the same faith that began the course also suggests perseverance. Past provision becomes evidence for present trust, while any credit for endurance and blessing is deliberately directed toward God alone.
Related Scripture
- Proverbs 3:5-6 The passage calls for trust in the Lord rather than dependence on personal understanding.
- Psalm 23:4 The psalm describes God’s presence while walking through a dark valley.
- Philippians 1:6 Paul expresses confidence that God will complete the good work He began.