Song Description: Embracing the Holy Spirit in ‘Everyday Anointing’
“Everyday Anointing” is a worshipful ode that captures the essence of a believer’s daily walk with the Holy Spirit. Each verse and chorus intertwines to form a narrative of continual spiritual seeking and divine encounter. The song begins with the break of dawn, symbolizing a fresh start, where the believer reaches out for the Spirit’s illumination and touch. This daily ritual is not out of habit but from a deep-seated need for God’s presence as the source of life and direction.
The chorus elevates this desire, expressing a profound longing for the Holy Spirit to work deeply within the worshiper’s heart. It’s a plea for freedom that transcends earthly constraints, achieved through the empowering might of the Spirit. “Everyday Anointing” becomes an anthem for all who wish to rise above the mundane, to experience a flight of the spirit that only divine anointing can provide.
As the song progresses, it reflects on the journey thus far—a path marked by divine guidance and fortified by heavenly strength. The lyrics convey a sense of growth and aspiration, an earnest thirst for more of God’s love and grace. It’s a bold, open-hearted request for deeper spiritual revelation and strength.
The bridge section is a pivotal moment in the song, capturing a sincere call for spiritual empowerment. It is a declaration of intent to live a life fully immersed in God’s love, joy, and truth. This part of the song is a reminder of the constant companionship and guidance of the Holy Spirit, as stated in Romans 8:14, assuring believers of their place in God’s nurturing care.
Concluding with the outro, the song reaffirms the worshiper’s daily dependence on the Spirit. It’s a commitment to perpetual seeking, acknowledging that the Spirit’s power is the true guiding light for every step of the day and night.
“Everyday Anointing” is a beautifully crafted piece that not only resonates with those who seek a closer relationship with God but also serves as a call to embrace the Holy Spirit’s presence in every moment of life. It’s a song that encourages believers to live in the fullness of God’s anointing day by day.
Devotional: “Embracing the Everyday Anointing”
As the dawn ushers in a new day, so does the Spirit beckon us to walk in the light of His presence. The song “Everyday Anointing” is not just a lyrical journey but a personal invitation to experience the continuous touch of God’s Spirit in every aspect of our lives.
The first verse of the song articulates a profound truth that our spirit yearns for the Divine touch as the first act of the day. It is a deliberate seeking, a ritual of the heart that sets the tone for the hours to follow. This isn’t a mere routine, but an acknowledgment of our dependence on God’s Spirit for guidance, strength, and sustenance.
In the chorus, there is a cry for freedom—a freedom that comes not from our own doing but through the power of the Holy Spirit working within us. As we sing these words, let them be a prayer for the Spirit to move freely, transforming us from the inside out. It’s a daily seeking of God’s might, and in His anointing, we find ourselves elevated, soaring on wings like eagles.
The second verse reflects on our spiritual journey, recognizing that none of our steps are taken alone. God is the compass that directs our path, the strength that enables us to face each challenge, and the grace that allows us to approach Him with bold requests.
The bridge deepens this encounter, as it is a plea for more of God in every action and thought. This echoes the Apostle Paul’s words in Romans 8:14, reminding us that those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. In this intimate connection, we find joy and love that are eternal and unwavering.
As the song concludes with the outro, it reaffirms our daily dependence on the Spirit. It is a declaration that every moment of every day, whether in the breaking of dawn or the stillness of night, we are enveloped by the Spirit’s call. In seeking His power and righteousness, we find the true light that guides our way.
Let this devotional serve as a companion to the song “Everyday Anointing,” inviting you to seek and embrace the anointing of the Holy Spirit every day. As you listen, sing, and reflect, may you experience the fullness of God’s presence in your life, renewing you from the inside out, each and every day.
Lyrics
Everyday Anointing
Verse 1:
Morning breaks, I seek Your light,
Your Spirit’s touch, my daily rite.
“Fill me again,” is my heartfelt cry,
In Your presence, Lord, on You I rely.
Chorus:
Holy Spirit, flow through me,
In Your power, let me be free.
Everyday, seeking Your might,
In Your anointing, I take flight.
Verse 2:
Each step I take, You guide my way,
In Your strength, I face the day.
Thirsting for more, in Your love I bask,
In Your grace, Lord, I boldly ask.
Chorus:
Holy Spirit, flow through me,
In Your power, let me be free.
Everyday, seeking Your might,
In Your anointing, I take flight.
Bridge:
More of You, in all I do,
Your love, Your joy, forever true.
“Spirit lead me,” my constant prayer (Romans 8:14),
In Your embrace, I’m in Your care.
Chorus:
Holy Spirit, flow through me,
In Your power, let me be free.
Everyday, seeking Your might,
In Your anointing, I take flight.
Outro:
With each dawn, with each night’s fall,
Your Spirit’s call, my all in all.
Ever seeking, Your power so right,
In Your anointing, I find my light.
Lead Sheet
Storyboard descriptions for music video
This storyboard captures the theme of finding spiritual renewal and guidance in everyday life, emphasizing the constant presence of the Holy Spirit.
1. **Opening Scene:** Dawn in a bustling city, symbolizing the start of a new day filled with potential.
2. **Verse 1 (Daily Life):** Individuals in everyday scenarios – a barista, a teacher, a parent – each pausing for a moment to pray or reflect.
3. **Chorus (Presence of the Spirit):** Soft light surrounds these individuals, representing the Holy Spirit’s anointing in daily activities.
4. **Verse 2 (Challenges):** Scenes of people facing small and big challenges, finding strength and guidance in their faith.
5. **Bridge (Renewal):** A quiet moment of rejuvenation for each person, symbolized by a refreshing light rain.
6. **Final Chorus (Community of Faith):** A diverse community gathering in a park or city square, sharing moments of worship and connection.
7. **Closing Scene:** The city at dusk, lights twinkling, representing the continuous presence of the Holy Spirit.
Scripture refereces per line.
Verse 1:
- Morning breaks, I seek Your light:
- Psalms 5:3 – “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.”
- Your Spirit’s touch, my daily rite:
- 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 – “Now it is God who makes both us and you stand firm in Christ. He anointed us, set his seal of ownership on us, and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come.”
- “Fill me again,” is my heartfelt cry:
- Psalm 42:1-2 – “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?”
- In Your presence, Lord, on You I rely:
- Psalm 16:1 – “Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge.”
Chorus:
- Holy Spirit, flow through me:
- John 7:38-39 – “Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them. By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive.”
- In Your power, let me be free:
- Romans 8:2 – “Because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death.”
- Everyday, seeking Your might:
- Ephesians 6:10 – “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.”
- In Your anointing, I take flight:
- Isaiah 40:31 – “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
Verse 2:
- Each step I take, You guide my way:
- Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
- In Your strength, I face the day:
- Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
- Thirsting for more, in Your love I bask:
- Psalms 63:1 – “O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there is no water.”
- In Your grace, Lord, I boldly ask:
- Hebrews 4:16 – “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”
Bridge:
- More of You, in all I do:
- Colossians 3:17 – “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
- Your love, Your joy, forever true:
- Romans 8:38-39 – “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
- “Spirit lead me,” my constant prayer:
- Romans 8:14 – “For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.”
- In Your embrace, I’m in Your care: 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
Outro:
- With each dawn, with each night’s fall:
- Lamentations 3:22-23 – “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
- Your Spirit’s call, my all in all:
- Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”
- Ever seeking, Your power so right:
- Matthew 6:33 – “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
- In Your anointing, I find my light:
- Psalms 27:1 – “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”