Various Artists + Lauren Talley + Annie McRae + Adam Crabb - The Race - I'm Running The Race Lyrics
Lyrics
Before i was born into history and time
You planned creation with me in mind
You formed my heart, You solved my face
I was made in your image, I'm no mistake .
You chose my family the place of my birth
You knew all about me, You thought I had worth
I was called out to serve, your kingdom work
And all of my days are written down in your book .
I'm running the race down to the last minute
Mercy and grace are keeping me in it
There's a fire in my soul I'm fully committed
I'm running the race and I'm gonna finish .
I've fallen down in this race of life
But you came to my rescue time after time
You told me you loved me you weren't counting my sin
In you I found courage to rise up again .
I know you are for me you want me to win
I give you my soul till the very end
Out there before me I see the prize
Jesus is standing at the finish line .
I'm running the race down to the last minute
Mercy and grace are keeping me in it
There's a fire in my soul I'm fully committed
I'm running the race and I'm gonna finish .
I'm running the race and I'm gonna finish
I'm running the race and I'm gonna finish
Video
Worship House - Running The Race ( Feat. Tenda Mudzimu Dagada ( Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on August 4, 2022, "The Race - I'm Running The Race" is a powerful anthem featuring Lauren Talley, Annie McRae, and Adam Crabb, which immediately immerses us in a profound narrative of divine purpose and unwavering commitment. The song’s essence lies in its beautiful articulation of a life lived by faith, framed through the compelling metaphor of a spiritual race. From its opening lines, the message is clear: our existence is no accident, but a meticulously planned part of God's grand design. The lyrics speak to a foundational truth found in Scripture, reflecting passages like Psalm 139, which assures us that we were fearfully and wonderfully made, known by God before our birth, with all our days written in His book. This deep sense of belonging and inherent worth—that we are "made in your image, I'm no mistake"—resonates with Genesis 1:27, affirming our creation in God's likeness and establishing a bedrock of identity crucial for the journey ahead. The artists collectively convey a sense of gratitude for God's sovereign hand in every detail, from chosen family to the very place of our birth, echoing Jeremiah 1:5 where God declares knowing us before we were formed in the womb. This divine calling to "serve, your kingdom work" sets the stage for a life devoted to His higher purpose, as Ephesians 2:10 reminds us we are His handiwork, created in Christ Jesus for good works.
The soaring chorus serves as the heart of this declaration, a resolute vow to press onward: "I'm running the race down to the last minute / Mercy and grace are keeping me in it." This vivid imagery draws directly from biblical exhortations to persevere, most notably in Hebrews 12:1, which urges us to run with endurance the race marked out for us, laying aside every hindrance and sin. The acknowledgment that it is "Mercy and grace" sustaining this commitment powerfully underpins the message, affirming that our ability to continue is not solely by our own strength, but through God's undeserved favor and compassion, a truth foundational to the Christian walk as articulated in passages like Ephesians 2:8. The "fire in my soul" speaks to a spiritual fervor and unyielding dedication, a commitment to God's call that burns brightly, reflecting the passionate spirit encouraged in Romans 12:11. The firm declaration, "I'm running the race and I'm gonna finish," embodies a confident faith, not in personal might, but in the One who began a good work in us and will carry it on to completion, as Philippians 1:6 promises.
The song then thoughtfully addresses the inevitable challenges of this spiritual journey, recognizing that "I've fallen down in this race of life." This honest admission reflects the human experience of struggle, imperfection, and setbacks, yet it immediately pivots to the unwavering faithfulness of God. The assurance that God "came to my rescue time after time" speaks to His restorative power and constant presence, mirroring Proverbs 24:16, which states that though a righteous man falls seven times, he rises again. Central to this redemption is the profound truth that God's love is unconditional, and He is "weren't counting my sin," a beautiful echo of Psalm 103:12, where God removes our transgressions as far as the east is from the west. This boundless forgiveness and steadfast love ignite the courage to "rise up again," finding renewed strength and purpose in Christ, as Isaiah 40:31 promises that those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. The concluding verses bring a triumphant sense of ultimate victory and anticipation. The affirmation "I know you are for me you want me to win" encapsulates the powerful truth of Romans 8:31: "If God is for us, who can be against us?" This confidence fuels a complete surrender, giving one's "soul till the very end." The ultimate motivation and prize are revealed as the singer visualizes "Jesus is standing at the finish line." This paints a glorious picture of heaven and eternal life, the ultimate reward for a race well run, and the very presence of Christ as our eternal destination, a hope beautifully captured in 2 Timothy 4:7-8, which speaks of finishing the race, keeping the faith, and receiving the crown of righteousness. "The Race" is not just a song; it's a testament to divine love, enduring faith, and the promise of eternal triumph, designed to inspire every individual running their own unique course towards Christ.