Breathe Lyrics

Описание: For church worship.

“Breathe” by Hillsong United is a deeply reflective worship song centered on the absolute dependence of the believer on God’s presence. It is a prayer put to music—an acknowledgment that without God, we have no true life, strength, or direction. This song invites the listener to slow down, quiet the noise, and recognize that every breath we take is sustained by Him.

The theme of “Breathe” is rooted in Scripture’s portrayal of God as the giver and sustainer of life. Genesis 2:7 tells us that God formed man from the dust and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being. That same truth echoes throughout Scripture—our lives are not self-sustaining; they are upheld moment by moment by God.

The lyrics reflect the heart cry expressed in Psalm 42:1, where the psalmist says that just as a deer pants for streams of water, the soul longs for God. It also aligns with Acts 17:28, which reminds us that “in Him we live and move and have our being.” “Breathe” captures that reality: God is not an accessory to life—He is life.

The song also reflects the humility found in John 15:5, where Jesus declares that apart from Him, we can do nothing. This is not weakness—it is truth. And in recognizing our dependence, we discover freedom, peace, and rest. As Psalm 46:10 says, “Be still, and know that I am God.”

Hillsong United’s arrangement creates space for that stillness. “Breathe” is not driven by performance or spectacle, but by surrender. It leads the heart toward worship that is honest, reverent, and centered on God’s nearness rather than our effort.

This song reminds us that the Christian life is not sustained by striving, but by abiding. Not by noise, but by presence. Not by strength, but by dependence on the One who gives breath to our lungs and grace to our souls.