One thing new Christians can tell almost immediately is that
their eyes have been opened in a way they’ve never seen before. Nature is one
area that I noticed in a new and different way when I became a Christian.
Another thing I realized is the joy I felt each time I went
into the house of God. Something so strong and bold happened to me that I
rejoiced in the house of God. God opened my eyes.
This praise and worship song was inspired by Ephesians 1:18:
“The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the
hope of His calling, and what the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the
saints.”
I like the words: “The eyes of your understanding being
enlightened.” That’s what happens when you become a Christian. A new world
captures your attention. It’s a thrilling thing to experience.
The writer, Paul Baloche, describes the spiritual intent of
his song: “The essence of the song is our petition, asking God to open the eyes
of our hearts. . . I began to realize that it is not more teaching we need, but
a revelation of God and a crying out to Him, saying, ‘God, open the eyes of my
heart. Reveal to me how I might taste and see who you really are so that I
might be changed from the inside out. Help me to have a response of gratitude
and admiration, and a sense of awe and worship toward Jesus.’” (Terry, 2008)
The next verse phrase follows:
Godsbless.ing: “'Now will I be exalted’ and ‘Now will I be
lifted up’ both highlight God’s supremacy, power, and sovereignty, demanding
recognition and reverence.”
We are given something very special when we become Christians. Open the eyes of my heart, Lord, to see all things new!
By His Grace . . .
