William Murphy - In Your Hands Lyrics
Lyrics
OH [2x repeat lead]
[Verse:]
[Lead:] I am your son, You are my Father
Oh how you love to love me
[Choir:] Oh, You are my source, there is none other
Oh how You love, to love me
[Chorus:]
[Lead:] My life
[Choir:] Is in Your hands
[Lead:] You've given me
[Choir:] Another chance, to prove
[Lead:] My love again
[Choir:] My life is in your hands
[Lead:] I just really wanna tell You I love yah
[Choir:] [repeat]
[Lead:] I just really wanna tell You I need You
[Choir:] [repeat]
[Lead:] Everybody clap your hands
OH [4x]
[Verse:]
[Lead:] When I'm in need, You're my provider
Oh how You love to love me
[Choir:] Oh, When I am sick, You are my healer
Oh how You love to love me
[Back to Chorus]
[Vamp:]
You are my joy, You are my peace, You are my strength, You're my everything
Video
In Your Hands
Meaning & Inspiration
William Murphy’s "In Your Hands," released on February 5, 2013, as part of his powerful album *God Chaser*, stands as a profound declaration of faith and an anthem of complete surrender to divine sovereignty. The song immediately establishes an intimate, worshipful atmosphere, inviting us into a deeply personal conversation with the Almighty. Its essence lies in articulating the fundamental truth of a believer’s identity and reliance on God, echoing the journey of every person who has chosen to place their trust in a higher power. It is a musical exposition of the biblical principle that our lives are not our own, but rather a sacred trust managed by the Creator.
The narrative of "In Your Hands" begins with the foundational assertion, "I am your son, You are my Father," immediately drawing on the New Testament understanding of adoption into God’s family. This statement is more than just an acknowledgement; it’s a confident embrace of divine lineage, a truth that transforms our perception of ourselves and our relationship with God. Scripture consistently affirms this privilege, as seen in Romans 8:15, which speaks of receiving "the Spirit of adoption by whom we cry out, 'Abba, Father!'" and John 1:12, reminding us that to all who received Him, He gave the right to become children of God. This filial relationship underpins the subsequent recognition: "Oh how you love to love me." It’s a beautiful realization of God's unconditional affection, a love that is not earned but freely given, much like a perfect parent's unwavering devotion (1 John 3:1). The song then expands on this divine connection, proclaiming, "You are my source, there is none other." This points to God as the ultimate origin and sustainer of life, aligning with Acts 17:28 which states, "in Him we live and move and have our being." Every breath, every gift, every moment flows from His boundless being.
The chorus serves as the song's spiritual anchor, articulating the complete yielding of one's existence with the resounding declaration, "My life is in Your hands." This refrain is a potent reminder of Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages us to "trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." It’s an act of radical trust, releasing control and embracing divine guidance. The inclusion of "You’ve given me another chance, to prove My love again" is particularly poignant. It speaks to the abundant grace and mercy of God, a fresh start offered even after missteps or failures. This echoes Lamentations 3:22-23, which promises that the Lord's mercies "are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness." This "another chance" isn't an opportunity to earn salvation, which is freely given, but rather a deeply human desire to demonstrate gratitude and devotion through obedience, mirroring Jesus’ words in John 14:15, "If you love Me, keep My commandments." The repeated expressions, "I just really wanna tell You I love yah" and "I just really wanna tell You I need You," reveal an authentic, unadorned yearning for God, emphasizing a deep dependency on Him, much like the Psalmist crying out in Psalm 42:1, "As the deer pants for the water brooks, so pants my soul for You, O God."
Building upon this foundation of identity and surrender, the song moves to address specific aspects of God's character as a provider and healer. The lines "When I'm in need, You're my provider" and "When I am sick, You are my healer" testify to God's active, benevolent involvement in the temporal affairs of humanity. Philippians 4:19 assures us that "my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus," while the Old Testament reveals God as "the Lord who heals you" (Exodus 15:26). These verses are not mere platitudes but deep affirmations of faith, acknowledging God's omnipresence and omnipotence in every circumstance, whether material want or physical ailment. This is the practical outworking of having one's life in His hands – knowing that He actively cares for every facet of our well-being.
Finally, the vamp powerfully synthesizes the comprehensive nature of God's role in the believer's life: "You are my joy, You are my peace, You are my strength, You're my everything." This crescendo encapsulates the song’s overarching message, proclaiming God as the singular source of all true good. He is the fount of joy that is unshakeable (Psalm 16:11), the giver of peace that transcends understanding (Philippians 4:7), the wellspring of strength for the weary (Isaiah 40:31), and indeed, the all-encompassing reality that fills every void and meets every need. This final declaration transforms the individual's journey into a universal truth for every heart seeking ultimate fulfillment. William Murphy's "In Your Hands" is more than just a worship song; it is a theological treatise in melodic form, an invitation to a life fully committed to and sustained by the loving God, prompting anyone who engages with it to echo the profound truth that their entire existence rests securely and lovingly in the divine hands.