The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir - Jesus it is You Lyrics
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Who made the sun to rise,
brings the earth new life and every beam?
Jesus, it is you.
Who turns the day into night and watches me as I begin to dream?
Jesus, it is you.
Who brings me food for my table?
Who cares for all of my needs?
Who walks the road with me,
who has grown with me through all that I have been?
Jesus, it is you. Jesus, it is you.
[Chorus]
I lift my hands. I bring my song.
All of my days. All of my rights. All of my wrongs.
I offer my life. Here and beyond.
To the one thing true.
Jesus, it is you.
[Verse 2]
Who sees my brokenness
and carries me when I am frail and weak?
Jesus, it is you.
Who tells the storm to rest when I am overwhelmed
and can not speak?
Jesus, it is you.
Who wears my guilt on His shoulder?
Who holds my heart in His hand?
Who takes my thoughts and fears
and hangs them on the arms of Calvary?
Jesus, it is you. Jesus, it's always you.
[Chorus]
I lift my hands, I bring my song.
All of my days. All of my rights. All of my wrongs.
I offer my life. Here and beyond.
To the one thing true.
Jesus, it is you.
[repeat chorus]
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Meaning & Inspiration
Released on April 5, 2018, The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir's "Jesus it is You" immediately established itself as a profound declaration of faith, seamlessly weaving together the grand narrative of creation with the intimate tapestry of personal devotion. This composition is not merely a song; it's an expansive affirmation, a collective and individual response to the unwavering presence and power of Jesus Christ in every facet of existence. The piece serves as a catechetical inquiry, posing essential questions about the source of life, provision, and redemption, only to provide the singular, resounding answer that anchors Christian belief.
The essence of "Jesus it is You" lies in its lyrical structure, which consistently asks "Who?" before offering the definitive reply. This pattern builds a narrative that moves from the majestic scope of creation to the tender intricacies of personal relationship with God. The initial verses marvel at Christ's role as the orchestrator of the universe, the One who "made the sun to rise" and "brings the earth new life," echoing the profound truths found in Scripture about His preeminence and active involvement in all of creation (Colossians 1:16-17; John 1:3). From the cosmic scale, the song deftly transitions to the daily providence, acknowledging Jesus as the source of "food for my table" and the One who "cares for all of my needs," a powerful echo of Philippians 4:19, which promises that God will supply every need according to His riches in glory. This progression underscores a Jesus who is both Creator and intimate caregiver, walking "the road with me" and growing through every experience, fulfilling the promise of His constant companionship found in Hebrews 13:5 and Matthew 28:20.
The heart of the song's message beats strongest in its chorus, a powerful refrain of complete surrender and unwavering dedication. When voices unite to declare, "I lift my hands. I bring my song. All of my days. All of my rights. All of my wrongs. I offer my life. Here and beyond. To the one thing true. Jesus, it is you," it encapsulates the transformative call to worship and consecration found throughout the Bible. This act of offering aligns perfectly with Romans 12:1, which urges believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God. The admission of "rights" and "wrongs" before Christ reflects a recognition of human fallibility and the need for grace, a theme central to 1 John 1:9, which assures forgiveness for confessed sins. To call Jesus "the one thing true" firmly roots the song in the scriptural understanding of Him as the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6), the unchanging foundation in a shifting world.
The second verse delves into the redemptive and comforting aspects of Christ's character, articulating a deep reliance on His compassion and strength. It speaks to Jesus' profound understanding of human frailty, asking "Who sees my brokenness and carries me when I am frail and weak?" This resonates deeply with Isaiah 40:29, which declares that God gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak, and Matthew 11:28, where Jesus invites the heavy-laden to find rest in Him. The imagery of Jesus telling "the storm to rest when I am overwhelmed and can not speak" vividly recalls the biblical account of Christ calming the tempest (Mark 4:39) and assures comfort amidst life's chaos, reminding us that He is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Perhaps most profoundly, the song attributes to Jesus the burden of sin, asking "Who wears my guilt on His shoulder?" and asserting that He "takes my thoughts and fears and hangs them on the arms of Calvary." This is a direct and powerful articulation of the Gospel message, referencing Isaiah 53:4-5, which prophesies His suffering for our transgressions, and 1 Peter 2:24, which states that He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross. The consistent declaration, "Jesus, it is you. Jesus, it's always you," throughout the composition, serves as both a confession and a celebration of His singular, unchanging, and all-sufficient identity. This song is an enduring testament to the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir's ability to articulate foundational Christian truths with stirring reverence and a deep, inspiring clarity that encourages all who encounter it to look to Jesus as the answer to every question and the fulfillment of every need.