In my mother's womb
You formed me with Your hands
Known and loved by You
Before I took a breath
And when I doubt it, Lord, remind me
I'm wonderfully made
You're an Artist and a Potter
I'm the canvas and the clay
You make all things
Work together
For my future
And for my good
You make all things
Work together
For Your Glory
And for Your Name
There's a healing light
Just beyond the clouds
Though I've walked through fire
I see clearly now
I know nothing has been wasted
No failure or mistake
You're an Artist and a Potter
I'm the canvas and the clay
You make all things
Work together
For my future
And for my good
You make all things
Work together
For Your Glory
And for Your Name
You make all things
Work together
For my future
And for my good
You make all things
Work together
For Your Glory
And for Your Name
Your word says
The bouindary lines are falling for me in pleasant places
Your word says
Surely I have a beautiful inheritance
I know that I can trust You, Lord
I know that I can trust You, Lord
I know that I can lean on You
I know that I can lean on You
I know that I can lean on You
I know that I can lean on You
And when I doubt it, Lord, remind me
I'm wonderfully made
You're an Artist and a Potter
I'm the canvas and the clay
And I know nothing has been wasted
There's no failures or mistakes
You're an Artist and a Potter
I'm the canvas and the clay
And when I doubt it, Lord, remind me
I'm wonderfully made
You're an Artist and a Potter
I'm the canvas and the clay
And I know nothing has been wasted
There's no failure or mistakes
You're an Artist and a Potter
I'm the canvas and the clay
When I doubt it, Lord, remind me
I'm wonderfully made
You're an Artist and a Potter
I'm the canvas and the clay
And I know nothing has been wasted
There's no failure or mistakes
You're an Artist and a Potter
I'm the canvas and the clay
And You make all things
Work together
For my future
And for my good
And You make all things
Work together
For Your Glory
And for Your Name
You make all things
Work together
For my future
And for my good
You make all things
Work together
For Your Glory
And for Your Name
And the Lord is casting out fear today
Some of your steps have been awaiting
With fear and past mistakes
But the Lord is casting out fear today
Some of you have been so afraid, it's held you back
You've been afraid of missing the mark
But God says, I'm holding you and I'm working you through
So turn your eyes to the author and the finisher
I'll turn my eyes to the author and the finisher
I'll turn my eyes to the author and the finisher
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're never gonna let
You're never gonna let me down
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
You're not finished with me
Canvas and Clay (King Of My Heart) by Maverick City Music is a powerful song that speaks to the depth of God's love and creativity in our lives. The lyrics beautifully convey the message that we are fearfully and wonderfully made by God, who is the ultimate Artist and Potter.
The song begins by acknowledging that God formed us in our mother's womb, intricately crafting us with His hands. This echoes Psalm 139:13-14 which says, "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." This verse reminds us that we are not accidents or mistakes, but intentionally designed by a loving Creator.
As the song continues, it emphasizes that nothing in our lives has been wasted by God. Every failure, mistake, and hardship has a purpose and can be used for our good. Romans 8:28 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." This verse reassures us that God can take even the most challenging circumstances and use them for His glory and our benefit.
The chorus of the song declares that God makes all things work together for our future and for His glory. This echoes Jeremiah 29:11 which says, "'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'" This verse reminds us that God has a plan for our lives, and He is actively working all things together for our ultimate good.
The bridge of the song brings a powerful declaration of trust in God's faithfulness. It acknowledges that the Lord is casting out fear and inviting us to lean on Him. This echoes Proverbs 3:5-6 which says, "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." This verse encourages us to trust in God's guidance and surrender our fears and doubts to Him.
The song concludes by repeating the truth that God is not finished with us. He is continually shaping and molding us, just as a potter creates a masterpiece from clay. This echoes Philippians 1:6 which says, "being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." This verse reminds us that God is actively working in our lives, transforming us into the image of Christ.
"Canvas and Clay" is a song that beautifully captures the truth of God's love and creativity in our lives. It reminds us that we are fearfully and wonderfully made, and that God can use every aspect of our lives for His glory. It encourages us to trust in His faithfulness and surrender our fears and doubts to Him. As we embrace our identity as the canvas and clay in the hands of the Master Artist, we can have confidence that He is continually shaping us into His masterpiece.
