See I've got a testimony
That I want you to know
That I should be a dead man
But He saved this sinner's soul
Some say it's impossible
To do what He did
But look where I was
And look where I am
Where would I be
Without Your mercy?
Where would I be
Without Your grace?
Where would I be
Without Your favor?
One thing's for certain
Your hand's on me
One thing's for certain
Your hand's on me
I can see it all around me, yeah
I've got my health and my strength, oh
When I look at my family, yeah
Can't help but see the evidence, oh
Some think that we're crazy
To praise like we praise
But if they'd look back
Then they'd do the same
Said
Where would I be
Without Your mercy?
Where would I be
Without Your grace?
Where would I be
Without Your favor?
One thing's for certain
Your hand's on me
One thing's for certain
Your hand's on me
You've got your hand's on me
I can look back and see it now
That you don't give up that easy
Your hand's on me
Listen to this
So, never let me go
Never let me go
(I'm depending on You)
To, never let me go
Never let me go
(Oh, I need You to make it)
Never let me go
Never let me go
(Every day of my life, I wanna spend it with You, God)
Never let me go (Never let me go)
Never let me go
(I said You never, You never)
Never let me go (Not today, not tomorrow, You will not let me go)
Never let me
(I believe, I am sure You will never)
Never let me go (What You've done, You will do it again, Lord)
Never let me go
(Hey, you never, you never)
Never let me go (You never let me go)
Never let me go
(Great is Your faithfulness, new every morning)
Never let me go (Washes our sin, I've seen it, I've seen it)
Never let me go
(I've seen it, You never let me go)
Never let me go (Your hand is on me, Your hand is on me, oh)
Never let me go
(Your power is with me, You go with me)
Never let me go
Never let me go
(Say, You never, You never)
Never let me go (Yea, though I walk through the valley, of the shadow of death)
Never let me go
(Oh, I will fear no evil, for God is all around me)
Never let me go (He's protecting me, oh from my enemies)
Never let me go
(Oh, never let me go)
Never let me go (Now unto Him, who is able)
Never let me go
(To keep me from falling, and present me flawless)
Never let me go (Oh yes, He is able, oh yes He is able)
Never let me go
(He's got His hands on me, He's got His hands on me)
Never let me go (You won't give up on me, You won't give up on me)
Never let me go
(You won't give up on me, You won't give up on me, You won't give up on me)
Never let me go
Never let me go
Some think it's impossible
To do what you did
But look where I was
Now look where I am
Where would I be
Without Your mercy?
Where would I be
Without Your grace?
Where would I be
Without Your favor?
One thing's for certain
Your hand's on me
One thing's for certain
Your hand's on me
Yeah, I can see it in my family
Oh, Your hand, Your hand, Your hand, Your hand
Is never letting go of me
Hey
Cause, Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
(I can see it, it's clear)
All around me
(Never let me go, never let me go)
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
(Oh, it's all around)
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
(Never let me go, never let me go)
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
(I can see it now)
All around me
(Never let me go, never let me go)
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
(Never let me go, never let me go)
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
(You never let me go)
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
(Never let me go)
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
(You never let me go, never let me go)
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
(You never let me go, never let me go)
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
(You never let me go, never let me go)
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Your hand's in front of me, behind me
All around me
Never let me go
Never let me go
Never let me go
Never let me go
(Oh, how You love us)
Never let me go
Never let me go
Never let me go
Never let me go
(Oh, give me clean hands and a pure heart, God)
Never let me go
(Keep your hands on me)
Never let me go
(Keep your hands on me)
Never let me go
(I'm depending on you)
Never let me go
"Where Would I Be?" by Maverick City Music is a powerful and soul-stirring song that speaks to the overwhelming gratitude and awe we feel when we reflect on God's never-ending love and faithfulness. The lyrics beautifully capture the sentiment of being rescued from a life of sin and darkness, and being brought into a place of redemption and new life.
One of the key themes of the song is the idea of God's mercy, grace, and favor. The lyrics repeatedly ask, "Where would I be without Your mercy? Without Your grace? Without Your favor?" This echoes the words of Psalm 103:10-12, which says, "He does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us." This scripture reminds us that God's mercy and grace are immeasurable, and that He forgives us completely, removing our sins from us.
The song also emphasizes the idea of God's hand being on us. The lyrics proclaim, "One thing's for certain, Your hand's on me." This is a powerful reminder of God's constant presence and guidance in our lives. Isaiah 41:10 says, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." This verse assures us that God is always with us, upholding us and strengthening us with His hand.
The lyrics of "Where Would I Be?" also celebrate the testimony of the songwriter's personal journey of redemption. They declare, "See I've got a testimony that I want you to know, that I should be a dead man, but He saved this sinner's soul." This echoes the words of the apostle Paul in Ephesians 2:4-5, where he writes, "But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved." This scripture reminds us that it is only through God's love and grace that we are saved and brought into new life.
The song also highlights the importance of praising God and giving Him thanks for His faithfulness. The lyrics say, "Some think it's impossible to do what you did, but look where I was, now look where I am." This echoes the words of Psalm 107:8-9, which says, "Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind, for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things." This scripture encourages us to give thanks to God for His unfailing love and the ways He satisfies and provides for us.
Overall, "Where Would I Be?" is a powerful song that magnifies God's mercy, grace, and faithfulness. It reminds us of the transformative power of His love and the incredible blessings we receive when we surrender our lives to Him. The song invites us to reflect on our own testimonies and to give thanks to God for His constant presence and guidance. It is a beautiful reminder of the incredible love and goodness of our Heavenly Father.
