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"Chasing After You (Live)" by Our Church Youth: A Joyful Pursuit of God


Our Church Youth’s “Chasing After You (Live)” is a fun, upbeat song that reminds us that God relentlessly pursues our hearts. The backstory ties the song to Matthew 6:26, “Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?” The song calls us to trust God, find purpose in His ways, and be filled with joy in Him.

Our Church Youth - Chasing After You (Live)The lyrics encourage us to look around to see His hand: “Every sunrise I find // There’s nothing You can’t do.” All of nature points to His faithfulness, “Every sparrow flown high // Reminds me of the truth.” And in our own lives, when things feel overwhelming, like “This mountain in my way,” the song encourages us to let go of worry because “every star moves by design.”

In the chorus we get to the key message of the song: “All that I want is all that You want // Is all that You plan for me // I’m chasing after You.” Our surrender to God, with a heart filled with gratitude and hope. “Every word You say // Is a promise paved,” and all we need to do is trust in His plans and walk the path that He has prepared for us.

So, if you need a boost of faith, then this song will fill you with hope. May its message and energy remind you that God is always running after you.

(Related scripture: Matthew 6:26; Jeremiah 29:11; Psalm 139:7-8)

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