I’ve waited all my life to be here face to face
I never knew that I could feel this kind of grace
The way You show me that Your love has washed me clean
Could never be erased it lives inside of me
Take me to that secret place
Where I can only see Your face
And nothing else will ever feel this way
You take away my guilty stains
The things I’ve done I can’t change
Its only by the power of Your name
I stand here in this place
See the glory on Your face
Taken by the wonder of Your name
I’m desperate for Your touch
Never needed it so much
‘Cause all I want is You
When all the things around me have fallen to the ground
I’m always thankful for the love in You I’ve found
All I want is You, all I want is You
All I want is You, all I want is You
Song Meaning
Cleansed from guilt by God’s grace, the singer longs to remain near and behold his glory. The refrain makes closeness to him the deepest desire.
Biblical Message
1 John 1:9 speaks of cleansing; Psalm 27:4 expresses a desire to behold the Lord.
Reflection
Bring guilt into honest prayer and seek God’s presence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “I’ve waited all my life”?
Cleansed from guilt by God’s grace, the singer longs to remain near and behold his glory. The refrain makes closeness to him the deepest desire.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
1 John 1:9 speaks of cleansing; Psalm 27:4 expresses a desire to behold the Lord.
When can this song be used in worship?
Use it for confession and a quiet response.