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Let Me Touch You To See If You Are Real
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Jun 23, 2026 updated
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Kirk Franklin's 'Let Me Touch You' is a gospel song expressing a believer's desire for tangible connection with Jesus during times of discouragement and loneliness. The lyrics convey a longing to experience God's presence and power, referencing the biblical story of the woman who touched the hem of Jesus' garment. The song speaks to the human struggle of feeling distant from God while affirming faith in His ability to heal and strengthen. It is a heartfelt prayer for reassurance and closeness to Christ.
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Let me touch you and see if you are real,
Even though I know my heart your hands can heal,
But sometimes I get discouraged,
And I need your strength and shield,
Jesus let me touch you and see if you are real.
Sometimes to me you seem so far away,
And I wonder how to make it through the day,
but if I can touch the hem of your garment,
The power I know you can feel,
Jesus, let me touch you to see if you are real.
(chorus)
When I'm down, let me touch you,
When I'm lonely let me touch you,
When I'm discouraged, let me touch you,
Like I never have before,
Lord I need you more and more,
Jesus let me touch you to see if you are real, real