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Garden
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Aug 25, 2026 updated
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Needtobreathe's song "Garden" is a prayerful plea for strength and surrender in the face of fear and death. The lyrics echo Christ's own prayer in Gethsemane, asking for the cup to pass while ultimately submitting to God's will. The singer expresses a desire for his life—his songs, words, and heart—to bring joy and love to God. It's a deeply personal and worshipful reflection on dying to self so that love can live, making it a moving piece about trust and devotion.
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Won't you take this cup from me
Cause fear has stolen all my sleep
If tomorrow means my death
I pray you'll save their souls with it
Let the songs I sing
Bring joy to you
Let the words I say profess my love
Let the notes I choose
Be your favorite tune
Father let my heart be after you
In this hour of doubt I see
But who I am is not just me
So give me strength to die myself
So love can live to tell the tale
Let the songs I sing
Bring joy to you
Let the words I say profess my love
Let the notes I choose
Be your favorite tune
Father let my heart be after you
Father let my heart be...
For you
Let the songs I sing
Bring joy to you
Let the words I say profess my love
Let the notes I choose
Be your favorite tune
Father let my heart be after you