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Back To The Altar

By Ryan Stevenson

1,348 views Jul 15, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Ryan Stevenson's song 'Run Back to the Altar' is about returning to God's presence when feeling distracted, defeated, or unworthy. The lyrics express a personal decision to remember God's faithfulness and to seek Him again, acknowledging that even when the singer wanders or makes mistakes, God remains faithful. The song emphasizes God's love and the believer's identity as His beloved. It encourages turning back to God as a source of strength and perspective, especially during difficult times.

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I?ve been distracted by what I can't control

I've lost perspective through all these highs and lows

When I forget how good You've been, I know where I need to go


I will run back to the altar, I'll remember all You've done

I?ve been feeling so defeated but I know You have overcome

Even when I feel unworthy, You still call me Your beloved

So I will run back to the altar, I?ll remember all, remember all You've done


I tend to wander, sometimes I lose my way

You never leave me Lord, even when I make mistakes

When I forget how good You?ve been, I know where I need to go

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