William McDowell - Warp Me In Your Arms Lyrics
Lyrics
Wrap me in your arms
William Mc Dowell
There is a God who loves me
Who wraps me in His arms
That is the place where I'm changed
And that's where I belong
Take me to that place Lord
To that secret place where
I can be with you
You can make me like you
Wrap me in your arms
Wrap me in your arms
Wrap me in your arms
Video
William McDowell- Closer/Wrap Me In Your Arms feat. Blanca
Meaning & Inspiration
William McDowell's "Wrap Me In Your Arms," released on April 11, 2009, as part of his album *This Is How We Praise*, is a profound expression of intimate worship, drawing deeply from the wellspring of scriptural truth. This song isn't merely a musical composition; it's a fervent prayer set to melody, a declaration of dependence and desire for God’s omnipresent embrace. At its core, "Wrap Me In Your Arms" speaks to the longing for divine presence and the comfort found in yielding completely to God's sovereignty. The repetition of the desire to be enveloped speaks to the human need for security and belonging, a need so eloquently addressed in Psalm 91:1, which assures us that "Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty." This dwelling, this intentional proximity, is precisely what the song articulates as a core aspiration.
The message resonates with the teachings of Jesus himself, who encouraged his followers to abide in him, as stated in John 15:4: "Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me." "Wrap Me In Your Arms" is an anthem of this very abiding, a heartfelt plea to remain within the protective and nurturing sphere of God’s love. The song’s power lies in its unadulterated focus on God's immanence, reflecting a theology that emphasizes God's active involvement and tangible closeness in the lives of believers. This is mirrored in Isaiah 43:2, which promises, "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you; when you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; neither will the flames ignite you." The desire to be wrapped in God's arms is a yearning to experience this unwavering presence, this protection that transcends earthly circumstances. Furthermore, the surrender implied in the lyrics echoes the profound submission modeled by Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane, his prayer in Matthew 26:39, "My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will." This willingness to be held and guided, even in the face of hardship, is the ultimate testament to trust, a trust that the song invites listeners to cultivate. The inclusion of Blanca enhances the song’s ability to convey this dual yearning for God’s power and tenderness, representing the church’s collective cry for divine embrace. Ultimately, "Wrap Me In Your Arms" is an invitation to experience the peace that surpasses all understanding, the peace found in being held by the One who is truly our refuge and strength.