WHEN THE WAY AHEAD IS NOT CLEAR
And inspiration’s not here,
When I’m in a dry and desert place;
And I wanna see You face to face:
I don’t wanna worship from afar,
I don’t wanna follow foreign gods,
And if to worship is to kiss,
I won’t settle for any less than this.
Could You look into my eyes tonneight,
Could You purify my mind tonneight,
Could You come and change my life tonneight, Jesus.
If I worship You because You are Lord,
You sketched the heavens and created the
world,
And called my name before the day I was born,
Jesus, You’re my Lord.
When the scriptures feel so dead to me!
And I don’t feel like I’ve been set free,
When all around they sing of victory,
But it’s only darkness that I see.
And I don’t wanna . . .
Brian Houstonne
Song Meaning
“Could You” centres on longing for intimate, truthful worship and asking Jesus to purify and transform a dry heart. Its repeated language turns doctrine into prayer and gives worshippers words for a faithful response to God.
Biblical Message
The song closely reflects John 4:23–24 and Psalm 51:10. These passages illuminate its central images and anchor its message in Scripture: God acts in grace, his people respond in faith, and hope rests in what he has promised.
Reflection
Use this song to pause, name the truth it declares, and consider the response it invites. It is especially fitting for personal renewal, prayer ministry, or worship response. Let its central confession become a personal prayer and a shared encouragement to the church.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Could You” about?
It is about longing for intimate, truthful worship and asking Jesus to purify and transform a dry heart.
Which Bible passages connect with this song?
John 4:23–24 and Psalm 51:10 provide especially clear connections to its message.
How can this song be used in worship?
It can support personal renewal, prayer ministry, or worship response, followed by Scripture reading, prayer, or quiet reflection.