Amy Grant first brought us this song way back in 1992. This version is performed by Hannah Kerr, and she definitely does it justice, almost making it seem like new again! This song is a great Christmas meditation about what it might have been like for Mary as she waited for all of God's promises to be fulfilled. Amy Grant later wrote a book titled, "Breath of Heaven" and in it, said that for her, the song is so intimate, that she considers it a prayer. I hope it gives you something new and fresh to meditate on this Christmas.
Verses for Consideration:
Matthew 2:11 ESV And going into the house they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh.
Luke 2:11 ESV For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.
Lyrics:
I have traveled many moonless nights Cold and weary with a babe inside And I wonder what I've done Holy father you have come And chosen me now to carry your son
I am waiting in a silent prayer I am frightened by the load I bear In a world as cold as stone Must I walk this path alone? Be with me now Be with me now
Breath of heaven Hold me together Be forever near me Breath of heaven Breath of heaven Lighten my darkness Pour over me your holiness For you are holy Breath of heaven
Do you wonder as you watch my face If a wiser one should have had my place But I offer all I am For the mercy of your plan Help me be strong Help me be Help me
Breath of heaven Hold me together Be forever near me Breath of heaven Breath of heaven Lighten my darkness Pour over me your holiness For you are holy
Breath of heaven Hold me together Be forever near me Breath of heaven Breath of heaven Lighten my darkness Pour over me your holiness For you are holy Breath of heaven Breath of heaven Breath of heaven