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Lay Me Down
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Jul 5, 2026 updated
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Chris Tomlin's 'Lay Me Down' is a worship song about surrender and devotion to God. The lyrics express a willingness to let go of pride and personal rights, offering one's life as a sacrifice. The chorus emphasizes belonging to God alone and finding no life apart from Him. The bridge declares joy in following God's will. The song reflects themes of total surrender and trust in God's plan.
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With this heart open wide
From the depths from the heights
I will bring a sacrifice
With these hands lifted high
Hear my song, hear my cry
I will bring a sacrifice
I will bring a sacrifice
[Chorus:]
I lay me down I�??m not my own
I belong to you alone
Lay me down, lay me down
Hand on my heart this much is true
There�??s no life apart from you
Lay me down, lay me down
Lay me down, lay me down
Letting go of my pride
Giving up all my rights
Take this life and let it shine
Take this life and let it shine
[Chorus:]
I lay me down I�??m not my own
I belong to you alone
Lay me down, lay me down
Hand on my heart this much is true
There�??s no life apart from you
Lay me down, lay me down
Lay me down, lay me down
[Bridge:]
It will be my joy to say Your will Your way
It will be my joy to say Your will Your way
It will be my joy to say Your will Your way always