The Worship Initiative - In His Hands (Psalm 31) Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
When my burden's heavy
Chaos all around me
Sorrow in my soul each day
Lord You are my shelter
Fortress and my helper
My home and my hideaway
Pre Chorus
Where could I run
Where would I go
Who could I turn to but You alone
Chorus
You're my refuge
You're my rescue
Jesus the One
Who holds my life in His hands
When the world shakes
When my heart breaks
The ground beneath me turns to sinking sand
I trust the One who holds my life
Refrain
In His hands
In His hands
In His hands
Verse 2
I'm a broken vessel
Weary worn and weathered
Save me for Your mercy's sake
Lead me back to harbor
Back to calmer waters
Bind up what's been torn away
Pre Chorus
So where could I run
Where would I go
Who could I turn to but You alone
Chorus
You're my refuge
You're my rescue
Jesus the One
Who holds my life in His hands
When the world shakes
When my heart breaks
The ground beneath me turns to sinking sand
I trust the One who holds my life
Refrain
In His hands
In His hands
In His hands
Verse 3
When I'm in the garden
Praying to my Father
Not my will but Yours be done
I commit my spirit
Till my life is finished
Father let Your Kingdom come
Pre Chorus
Where could I run
Where would I go
Who could I turn to but You alone
Pre Chorus
Where could I run
And where would I go
Who could I turn to but You alone
Chorus
You're my refuge
You're my rescue
Jesus the One
Who holds my life in His hands
When the world shakes
When my heart breaks
The ground beneath me turns to sinking sand
I trust the One who holds my life
Refrain
In His hands
In His hands
In His hands
Video
In His Hands (Psalm 31) (feat. Aaron Williams)
Meaning & Inspiration
The Worship Initiative's latest offering, "In His Hands (Psalm 31)," released as part of the "Psalms from the Well (Deluxe Edition)" on July 12, 2024, is a profound musical meditation rooted deeply in the ancient wisdom of Psalm 31. This song doesn't just present the words of the psalm; it breathes life into its timeless message of refuge and unwavering trust in God, even amidst overwhelming tribulation. The core of the song's narrative is the honest acknowledgment of human frailty and the desperate need for a divine anchor. It speaks directly to the experience of feeling crushed by burdens and surrounded by chaos, resonating with anyone who has ever found their soul steeped in sorrow. The lyrics beautifully articulate this vulnerability, describing oneself as a "broken vessel," "weary, worn, and weathered," a sentiment that echoes the psalmist's cry for rescue, as found in verses like Psalm 6:2 and Psalm 13:1, which speak of God’s mercy being sought in times of distress. The song’s central thesis, that God alone is our shelter, fortress, and helper, is a direct theological assertion, drawing from the very essence of Psalm 31:1-3, which declares God as one's "rock and fortress" and "refuge." The repeated question, "Where could I run, where would I go, who could I turn to but You alone?" serves as a powerful rhetorical device, highlighting the singular sufficiency of God in moments of existential crisis. This echoes the sentiment in John 6:68, where Peter, when asked if his disciples would also leave, famously responded, "Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life." The song masterfully pivots from acknowledging human helplessness to asserting an unshakeable faith in God's redemptive power. The chorus, "You're my refuge, You're my rescue, Jesus the One who holds my life in His hands," is the anthemic declaration of this faith. It paints a vivid picture of security, especially when the world feels unstable—when "the ground beneath me turns to sinking sand." This imagery powerfully conveys the precariousness of life apart from divine grounding, recalling Jesus' parable of the wise and foolish builders in Matthew 7:24-27, where the house built on rock withstands the storm, unlike the one built on sand. The commitment expressed in the final verse, "Not my will but Yours be done," is a profound act of surrender, mirroring Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane (Luke 22:42) and demonstrating a mature faith that trusts God's ultimate plan, even when it is not fully understood. The song’s repeated refrain, "In His hands," acts as a constant reminder and anchor, reinforcing the profound truth that our lives are held securely by a loving and sovereign God, as spoken of in John 10:28-29, where Jesus promises to give eternal life and that no one can snatch His sheep out of His hand. Ultimately, "In His Hands (Psalm 31)" is more than just a song; it's an invitation to embrace a faith that finds its ultimate solace and security not in the fleeting stability of the world, but in the unwavering embrace of the One who is our constant refuge.