I look around me and I see
Broken hearts and broken lives
Broken countries broken dreams
And it seems to me that we’re all to blame
For we claim to know You
But we fail so often to show Your mercy
Where is grace hiding
Where is grace hiding
In the places we need to find it most
I look around me and I feel
Your broken heart Your tender love
For all the hurting and the lost
And it cost You everything for grace to save me
And I claim to know You
But I fail so often to show Your mercy
Where is grace hiding
Where is grace hiding
In this proud defensive soul of mine
When I found grace
It was flowing
Endless streaming flowing
And it’s carried me all this time
All this time
Joanne Hogg
Song Meaning
“Where Is Grace Hiding” develops God’s mercy, forgiveness, and new identity in Christ. Its opening image—“I look around me and I see Broken hearts and broken lives Broken countries”—sets the direction, while repetition turns the message into a personal and congregational response.
Biblical Message
The song connects closely with Ephesians 2:8–9 and Romans 8:1. These passages anchor its theme in Scripture and show how God’s action invites faith, worship, obedience, and hope.
Reflection
This song is especially useful for confession, assurance, baptism, or testimony. Choose the line that best names your present need, then let it become a simple prayer and encouragement to the church.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Where Is Grace Hiding” about?
It focuses on God’s mercy, forgiveness, and new identity in Christ.
Which Bible passages connect with this song?
Ephesians 2:8–9 and Romans 8:1 offer clear connections to its message.
How can this song be used in worship?
It can support confession, assurance, baptism, or testimony, followed by Scripture, prayer, or quiet reflection.