Thank you for the cross
Thank you for your love
The perfect sacrifice of praise to God above
Thank you for the gift
Thank you for the price
Of losing everything to gain eternal life
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you
Thank you for your joy
Thank you for the pain
Of longing for peace
In my suffering
Thank for my hunger
For my poverty
That I would fall into the arms of mercy
Every road leads back to you
Every journey lies in you
So lead me home, my lover, Savior
Lead me home, my Master, Redeemer
Lead me home and I will rest in you
I praise you when I'm broken
I praise you when I'm lost
That it would keep me honest
In need of you alone
I praise you for the past
For the mess of sin
That I would never want to turn from you again
Every road leads back to you
Every journey lies in you
So lead me home, my lover, Savior
Lead me home, my Master, Redeemer
Lead me home and I will rest in you
Lead me home Lord
Lead me home Lord
Lead me home Lord
Every road leads back to you
Every journey lies in you
So lead me home, my lover, Savior
Lead me home, my Master, Redeemer
Lead me home and I will rest in you
Lead me home, my lover, Savior
Lead me home, my Master, Redeemer
Lead me home and I will rest in you
Lead me home and I will rest in you
Lead me home and I will rest in you
"Lead Me Home" is a powerful and heartfelt song by Christian artist Matt Maher. It is a song of gratitude and surrender, acknowledging our need for God and pleading for His guidance and presence in our lives.
The song begins with a heartfelt expression of gratitude for the cross and for God's love. Maher recognizes that the cross is the ultimate sacrifice of love, and he thanks God for this gift. It is a reminder for us to be grateful for what Jesus has done for us on the cross, and to offer our praise to God for His amazing love and grace.
The lyrics also express gratitude for the joy and the pain in our lives. Maher acknowledges that even in the midst of suffering and longing for peace, we can find joy in knowing that God is with us and that He is working all things together for our good. This reminds us of the verse in Romans 8:28, which says, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."
The song also reflects on our need for God in every aspect of our lives. Maher thanks God for his hunger and poverty, recognizing that these experiences draw us closer to God and remind us of our dependence on Him. It is a reminder of Jesus' words in Matthew 5:3, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
Throughout the song, Maher acknowledges that every road and every journey leads back to God. This is a powerful reminder that no matter where we may find ourselves in life, God is always there, ready to lead us back to Him. It reminds me of the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15, where the father eagerly welcomes his wayward son back home.
"Lead Me Home" is a plea for God to lead us back to Him, to be our lover, Savior, and redeemer. It is a cry for rest and peace in His presence. It is a reminder that our ultimate rest and fulfillment can only be found in God.
The inspiration behind this song can be seen in Matt Maher's own journey of faith. He has spoken about his struggles with doubt and questioning, and how God has consistently led him back to a place of surrender and trust. "Lead Me Home" is a reflection of that journey, and a prayer for all of us who may find ourselves in similar seasons of doubt or wandering.
In conclusion, "Lead Me Home" is a beautiful and heartfelt song that speaks to the universal longing for God's presence and guidance in our lives. It is a reminder to be grateful for the cross, to find joy in our suffering, and to surrender ourselves to God's leading. It is a song that resonates with the depths of the human soul and invites us to trust in God's faithfulness. So, let us join our voices with Matt Maher and pray, "Lead me home, my lover, Savior, lead me home, my Master, Redeemer. Lead me home and I will rest in you."
