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Lord I need You - My One Defense My Righteousness
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Jun 14, 2026 updated
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Matt Maher's song 'Lord I Need You' is a worship song expressing total dependence on God. The lyrics confess human weakness and the need for God's guidance, grace, and righteousness. It acknowledges that without God, one falls apart, and that His grace is greater than sin. The song teaches reliance on Jesus as a defense and source of holiness. It also touches on facing temptation and finding hope in Christ. The overall message is one of surrender and trust in God's sustaining power.
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Lord, I come, I confess
Bowing here I find my rest
Without You I fall apart
You're the One that guides my heart
Lord, I need You, oh, I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
Where sin runs deep Your grace is more
Where grace is found is where You are
Where You are, Lord, I am free
Holiness is Christ in me
Lord, I need You, oh, I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
So teach my song to rise to You
When temptation comes my way
When I cannot stand I'll fall on You
Jesus, You're my hope and stay
Lord, I need You, oh, I need You
Every hour I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
You're my one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You