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The Reason I Live
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Jul 9, 2026 updated
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Hillsong United's song 'You Are the Reason I Live' is a worship song expressing total devotion to Jesus. The lyrics focus on gratitude for what Christ has done and a desire to know Him more deeply. The singer declares that Jesus is the purpose and motivation for their life, asking God to open their eyes and show them His way. The song emphasizes a commitment to follow God's path and to become more like Jesus. It reflects a personal relationship with God and a surrender to His will, making it suitable for congregational worship or personal reflection.
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INTRO:
Jesus You are the reason I live (Woah)
Jesus You are the reason I live (Yeah)
VERSE:
When I think of things You've done for me
I know You are the reason I live
And I, I want to know You more each day
God please open my eyes
And show me Your way
CHORUS:
You are the reason I live in this world
You are the One that I want to be like
You are the reason I live in this world
Show me the way to live
I want to be like You
Jesus You are the reason I live (Woah)
Jesus You are the reason I live (Yeah)
VERSE:
When I think of things You've done for me
Jesus You are the reason I live
And I, I want to know You more each day
God please open my eyes
And show me Your way
Jesus You are the reason I live (Woah)
Jesus You are the reason I live (Yeah)
OTHER:
I'll always go Your way
And that will never change
You will be the One for all my days
I'll always go Your way
And that will never change
You will be the One for all of my days