Third Day - Mountain Of God Lyrics
Lyrics
Thought that I was all alone
Broken and afraid
But You were there with me
Yes, You were there with me
And I didn't even know
That I had lost my way
But You were there with me
Yes, You were there with me
'Til You opened up my eyes
I never knew
That I couldn't ever make it
Without You
Even though the journey's long
And I know the road is hard
Well, the One who's gone before me
He will help me carry on
After all that I've been through
Now I realize the truth
That I must go through the valley
To stand upon the mountain of God
As I travel on the road
That You have lead me down
You are here with me
Yes, You are here with me
I have need for nothing more
Oh, now that I have found
That You are here with me
Yes, You are here with me
I confess from time to time
I lose my way
But You are always there
To bring me back again
Sometimes I think of where it is I've come from
And the things I've left behind
But of all I've had, what I possessed
Nothing can quite compare
With what's in front of me
With what's in front of me
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Mountain Of God
Meaning & Inspiration
Third Day's "Mountain Of God," released on February 27, 2015, as part of their "Lead Us Back: Songs of Worship (Deluxe Edition)," stands as a poignant narrative of spiritual transformation and unwavering reliance on divine grace. The song unfolds like a personal testimony, charting a journey from a state of spiritual unawareness and isolation to a profound realization of God's constant presence and ultimate sovereignty. Its message resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced the turning points of faith, capturing the essence of being found after being lost, and strengthened through weakness.
The initial verses paint a relatable picture of human vulnerability, expressing a sense of being "all alone, broken and afraid," yet unknowingly enveloped by God's presence. This powerful concept speaks to the truth found in Psalm 139:7-10, which assures us that there is nowhere we can go from God’s Spirit, illustrating His omnipresent nature even when we are blind to it. The progression reveals a critical moment of enlightenment: the realization that one was "lost my way" without even knowing it, a state akin to the sheep in Isaiah 53:6 that have "strayed away." The beauty here lies in the understanding that even in our ignorance, God was "there with me," patiently waiting for our eyes to be opened to His guiding light.
The pivotal shift occurs when the divine intervention "opened up my eyes," leading to the stark, humble admission that "I couldn't ever make it without You." This echoes the profound truth expressed in John 15:5, where Jesus states, "Apart from me you can do nothing." It's a surrender, a recognition that human effort alone is insufficient for navigating the spiritual landscape. This awakening isn't merely an acknowledgment of need but a foundational truth that reorients one's entire perspective, moving from self-reliance to absolute dependence on the Creator.
As the song progresses, it bravely confronts the reality of the faith journey, acknowledging that "the journey's long" and "the road is hard." This aligns with the biblical understanding that following Christ often involves trials and tribulations, as promised in passages like John 16:33. However, the assurance quickly follows: "the One who's gone before me, He will help me carry on." This refers directly to Jesus, our pioneer and perfecter of faith (Hebrews 12:2), who not only blazed the trail but also empowers us to endure. The powerful declaration that one "must go through the valley to stand upon the mountain of God" beautifully encapsulates the scriptural principle that trials refine us. Just as David found comfort walking through the "valley of the shadow of death" (Psalm 23:4) because God was with him, so too do believers find strength in adversity, knowing these challenges are stepping stones to a deeper experience of God's presence and purpose, often symbolized by the holy "mountain of God" (Isaiah 2:2-3).
The subsequent verses reinforce the unwavering presence of God through every step of this guided path: "As I travel on the road that You have lead me down, You are here with me." This constant companionship brings profound contentment, leading to the confession, "I have need for nothing more." It speaks to the fulfillment found in Christ, a sense of satisfaction that transcends material desires, as articulated in Psalm 16:11, where in God's presence is "fullness of joy." Even in moments of human frailty, when the way is lost "from time to time," there is comfort in knowing God is "always there to bring me back again," mirroring the relentless pursuit of the Shepherd for His lost sheep in Luke 15.
Finally, the song culminates in a powerful declaration of reordered priorities. Reflecting on "where it is I've come from and the things I've left behind," the writer declares that "of all I've had, what I possessed, nothing can quite compare with what's in front of me." This resonates deeply with Paul's testimony in Philippians 3:7-8, where he counts all his former achievements and possessions as "loss for the sake of Christ," because the surpassing worth of knowing Jesus overshadows all else. "Mountain Of God" ultimately serves as an inspiring anthem of hope, perseverance, and the ultimate joy of finding one's true purpose and eternal reward in the enduring presence of God.