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We're Here Because You're Here

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by Elias Dummer released 2023-07-29 Uploaded 2023-07-20 14:51:00
Written by Elias Dummer, Benji Cowart

Genre: Praise and Worship

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Lyrics

Help us not pretend it’s easy,
We’re just fine and we’re happy
This is why we’re here
We’re all hurting, we’re trying, we’re needy
If we’re gonna pray, sing, preach
Through it all we need You

We’re here because we know You’re here
 because You’re always near
When we are here
We love because we know Your love
Because You always love
When we are here

There’s something in the air - feels like heaven
When we meet You here together
This is why we’re here - we’re needed
There’s a seat saved at the table  
You’re calling us to
Taste and see
Through it all we need You

We’re here because we know You’re here
Because You’re always near
When we are here
We love because we know Your love
Because You’ve always loved
When we are here

Without You it’s smoke and mirrors
Without You it’s only noise
But with You it’s holy wonder
Resurrection power and joy
Without You its on our shoulders
Without You it’s bound to fail
But with You the weak and weary
Shake the very gates of hell

We’re here because we know You’re here
Because You’re always near
When we are here
We love because we know Your love
Because You’ve always loved
When we are here

Biography

Elias Dummer is a Canadian songwriter, recording artist, and entrepreneur who first gained prominence as the frontman of The City Harmonic, a Covenant and Juno-awarded band where he served as the principal songwriter. Known for his thoughtful prose, dynamic musicality, and spirited presence, Elias has amassed over 100 million streams, 13 GMA Canada Covenant Awards, and recurring chart appearances the world over. He’s appeared on many of music’s biggest stages and has been published or featured on internationally recognized platforms, including NBC, CBC, Christianity Today, Relevant Magazine, The Washington Post and The Huffington Post... [more]