Yolanda Adams - Open My Heart Lyrics
Lyrics
Mmmmmm, ohhhhh, talk to me
Ohhh, ohhh, ohhh, talk to me
[Verse 1]
Alone in a room
It's just me and you
I feel so lost
'Cause I don't know what to do
Now what if I choose the wrong thing to do
I'm so afraid, afraid of disappointing you
[Chorus]
So I need to talk to you
And ask you for your guidance
Especially today
When my mind is so cloudy
Guide me until I'm sure
I open up my heart (ooo yes)
[Verse 2]
My hopes and dreams
Are fading fast
I'm all burned out
And I don't think my strength's gonna last
So I'm crying out
Crying out to you
Lord, I know that you're the only one
Who is able to pull me through
[Chorus]
So I know I need to talk to you
And ask you for your guidance
Especially today
When my world seems so cloudy, Lord
Guide me until I'm sure
I open up my heart (oh yeah, yes I do)
[Bridge]
So show me how
To do things your way
Don't let me make the same mistakes
Over and over again
Your will be done
And I'll be the one
To make sure that it's carried out
And in me, I don't want any doubt
That's why...
[Chorus]
I wanna talk to you (yes I do)
And ask you for your guidance
Especially today
When my world seems just a little bit cloudy
Lord, you, you can guide me through
That's why I open up
I open up my heart, my heart, my heart, my heart
Oh, all I need to do is just hear a single word from you
I open up
I open up
Open up my heart
Just one word could make a difference in what I do, Lord
Guide me until I'm sure
I open
I open
I open
I open my heart
You just say one word, one word, one word, one word, one word
I open up
I open up
Open up my heart to you, to you
You're the lover of my soul
The captain of my sea
I need a word from you
That's why I open up my heart
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Yolanda Adams - Open My Heart
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on January 10, 2010, Yolanda Adams' "Open My Heart" is a powerful testament to the transformative nature of surrender and vulnerability in faith. More than just a song, it’s an invitation, a heartfelt plea for divine access that resonates deeply with anyone who has sought a closer walk with God. The core message of "Open My Heart" is a profound acknowledgment that true spiritual growth and fulfillment are contingent upon allowing God to fully permeate our lives, transforming us from the inside out. Adams, a seasoned voice in gospel music, delivers this message with her signature grace and unwavering conviction, encouraging a posture of open reception to God's will and presence.
The song beautifully articulates the desire to move beyond surface-level faith into a deeper, more intimate relationship with the Almighty. It speaks to the human tendency to hold back, to protect our own plans and desires, but ultimately recognizes that only by relinquishing that control can we experience the fullness of God’s love and purpose for us. This sentiment is echoed throughout Scripture, particularly in 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 submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." The act of "opening our heart" is the very essence of this submission, a conscious decision to allow God’s light to shine into every hidden corner, dispelling darkness and illuminating our path.
The lyrical depth of "Open My Heart" powerfully illustrates the concept of spiritual receptivity. It’s about creating space within our souls for God’s spirit to work, to heal, and to guide. This aligns directly with the teachings found in Ephesians 3:17, which speaks of Christ dwelling in our hearts through faith, rooted and grounded in love. When we open our hearts, we are actively inviting that divine indwelling, allowing His love to become the foundation upon which we build our lives. The song’s message is a reminder that God’s power is often unleashed not through our own strength, but through our willingness to be transparent and open before Him, as David so eloquently expressed in Psalm 51:10, praying, "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me." Adams’ delivery amplifies this plea, making it a compelling declaration of faith for the listener to echo. It’s a call to readiness, to be receptive to the promptings of the Holy Spirit and to embrace the journey of spiritual transformation that God initiates when we offer Him the entirety of our being.