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I lean Not on My Own Understanding

By Leon Timbo

6,231 views Jun 14, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Leon Timbo's song 'I Lean Not On My Own Understanding' is a worshipful declaration of trust in God. The lyrics repeatedly affirm that the singer does not rely on his own wisdom but places his life in the hands of the Creator. He creates an altar for Jesus, acknowledging that only God can ignite his spiritual fire. The song expresses surrender, as he gives everything to God, trusting Him to make something beautiful. There is a sense of letting go of all other holds and clinging only to God. The reference to clean hands and a pure heart echoes Psalm 24, emphasizing a life of integrity and gratitude.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

I lean not on my own understanding
My life is in the hands of the Maker of heaven

I lean not on my own understanding
My life is in the hands of the Maker of heaven

I create an altar, I create an altar
Its only you can burn my fire, my fire .

I create an altar, I create an altar
?cuz Jesus only You can light my fire

I lean not on my own understanding
My life is in the hands of the Maker of heaven

I give it all to You God
trusting that you'll make something beautiful out of me

I lean not on my own understanding
My life is in the hands of the Maker of heaven

I lean not on my own understanding
My life is in the hands of the Maker of heaven

I give it all to You God
trusting that you'll make something beautiful out of me

I give it all to You God
trusting that you'll make something beautiful out of me

There's nothing I hold on to
There's nothing I hold on to
There's nothing I hold on to
There's nothing I hold on to
'cuz am holding on to you

Who should i listen? I hear oh Lord
He who has clean hands and a pure heart
Its why I thank you Lord

I lean not on my own understanding
My life is in the hands of the Maker of heaven

I lean not on my own understanding
My life is in the hands of the Maker of heaven

I will climb this mountain with my hands wide open
I will climb this mountain with my hands wide open

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