William McDowell - Withholding Nothing Medley Lyrics
Lyrics
I surrender all to you
Everything I give to you
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
I surrender all to you
Everything I give to you
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
I surrender all to you
Everything I give to you
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
I give you all of me
I give you all of me
I give you all of me
I give you all of me
King Jesus
My Savior
Forever
I give you all of me
I give you all of me
King Jesus
My Savior
Forever
I give you all of me
I give you all of me
I give you all of me
I give you all of me
I give you all of me
I give you all of me
(withholding nothing)
I surrender all to you
Everything I give to you
withholding nothing
withholding nothing
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Withholding Nothing Medley
Meaning & Inspiration
William McDowell’s "Withholding Nothing Medley," released on December 16, 2013, is a powerful declaration of unreserved surrender to God, weaving together themes of worship, sacrifice, and complete devotion. This extended musical piece isn't just a collection of songs; it's a vibrant tapestry of theological truth, drawing deeply from the wellspring of Scripture to articulate the essence of a life truly given over to the divine. At its core, the medley functions as a profound invitation to introspection, urging believers to examine the totality of their offering to the Almighty. The message resonates with the fundamental Christian call to discipleship, echoing the words of Jesus in Matthew 16:24, "If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me." McDowell masterfully conveys this sacrificial spirit, transforming it from a daunting concept into an act of joyful liberation.
The significance of withholding nothing is deeply rooted in the Old Testament concept of the burnt offering, a sacrifice presented entirely to God, symbolizing complete consecration. This is powerfully mirrored in the New Testament through Paul's exhortation in Romans 12:1 to "present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship." The medley, by its very nature, embodies this principle, moving beyond mere lip service to a tangible commitment of one's entire being – thoughts, actions, possessions, and affections. The repeated affirmation of giving all, of withholding nothing, speaks directly to the covenantal relationship believers are called to, one that demands an unwavering fidelity that mirrors God’s own faithfulness. This thoroughness of devotion is the very essence of loving God with all one’s heart, soul, and strength, as commanded in Deuteronomy 6:5 and reiterated by Jesus in Mark 12:30. The medley’s impact lies in its ability to foster this deep understanding of worship not as an occasional event, but as a continuous posture of the heart, a life lived in perpetual response to God's boundless grace and love. It’s an anthem for those who have tasted the goodness of the Lord and, in response, desire to offer their lives as a fragrant aroma, pleasing to Him in every respect.