Consider this a shameless plug for downhere and the new album we've got coming out in September. Today is a big day for us as it's the official "add date" for the first single from Ending is Beginning called "Here I Am". All that means is that this is the day we are asking as many radio stations as possible to start playing the song in hopes that the more times it gets "spun" (i.e. played) the higher it will rise on the radio charts.
You can listen to the song below - the lyrics are also attached. Enjoy... and thank your local radio station for playing the song when you hear it!
HERE I AM
Sometimes your calling, comes in dream
Sometimes in comes in the Spirit's breeze,
You reach for the deepest part of me,
And call out for the things of eternity.
But I'm a man, of dust and stains,
You move in me, so I can say,
CHORUS:
Here I am, Lord send me,
All of my life,
I make an offering,
Here I am, Lord send me,
Somehow my story,
Is part of your plan,
Here I am
When setbacks and failures, and upset plans,
Test my faith and leave me with empty hands,
Are you not the closest when it's hardest to stand?
I know that you will finish what you began.
These broken parts you redeem,
Become the song, that I can sing
(chorus)
Overwhelmed by the thought of my weakness,
And the fear that I'll fail you in the end,
In this mess, I'm just one of the pieces,
I can't put this together but you can.
I've seen their first concert, and i know they reach far.
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Posted by: Ugg Classic Short | August 29, 2010 at 10:51 PM
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Posted by: Nike Air Max 97 | August 26, 2010 at 07:37 PM
I shared this song this weekend at a prison retreat. Our theme was "Here I Am, Lord" with the traditional church song as our theme, and I played this after an activity I planned. The guys loved it and it really played an important part in the ministry this weekend.
Thank you!
Posted by: katie | February 21, 2010 at 02:46 PM
Hey! I just wanted to share this song I heard on my way to Nashville Tuesday. I've never heard it before. They have an awesome Christian radio station there. Hope you like it!
Posted by: Scott | September 10, 2009 at 01:38 PM
thank you soooo much for this song!
I feel like this song was written for me and "my story"
I found myself pregnant and unmarried 10 years ago. I was only 20 years old. I knew the Lord had a plan for me. I never knew the Lord would use me. I have now been married 10 years and have been voluntering at a crisis pregnancy center to cousel others going through what I faced years ago. Some how my story was a part of HIS PLAN! and I wouldn't change a thing! Thanks!
Posted by: Kelley Berry | February 26, 2009 at 08:05 AM
Thank you for this song.
Posted by: Marisa Gary | February 15, 2009 at 07:21 PM
Two months ago we found out that my husband will be deployed to Bagdad for a year. This song ministered to me in a broken-hearted moment a few weeks ago. It felt like God was telling me that this deployment is truly part of His plan. I asked my worship team if they would cover this song in our worship service on my husband's last Sunday home. They're doing their best rendition this coming Sunday. I thank God for this song, and thank God for your ministry. You guys rock!!
Posted by: Heidi | February 04, 2009 at 01:46 PM
This is worship, stripped down, bare soul, crying out to God worship and adoration. The power of the Spirit is and was definately upon you in the writing and performing of this wonderful song.
Posted by: Jay Graham | February 03, 2009 at 07:39 AM
Sometimes you here a song that stops you in your tracks, makes you say "SHH!!", just so you can listen better..and then it just hits home. This is one of those songs! I want to tell you that I would like to use this song when I make my daughters adoption video from China...it just suites. What a wonderful message, thanks!
Blessings to you and yours,
Susan
Posted by: Susan | January 24, 2009 at 08:25 AM
What a beautiful and powerful song! That song really sums up our lives and what it's all about. God Bless you and may you continue to do God's work so abundantly and touch lives so deeply! Thanks for touching me!
Posted by: Tricia H. | December 17, 2008 at 07:51 PM
I love the song too..great melody and lyrics..but watch those Here I YAM as opposed to Here I AM..words..just some constructive critisim from a singer..Love You..Ellen C.
Posted by: Ellen | November 12, 2008 at 03:42 PM
I love this song it inspired me so much. when i had my knee injury playing football. i was thinking gods got a plan for me and the first song i heard i after i hurt me knee was this song it was amazing
Posted by: Tyler Gjeltema | October 17, 2008 at 01:12 PM
I absolutely love this song... I heard it this morning on my way to work, and it stuck with me all day long. I had to find it when I got home from work and listen to it again. I pray God blesses you, your band, and all your songs sang for the glory of our Lord Jesus.
Posted by: Theresa | September 18, 2008 at 05:32 PM
W0W.. THiS AN AWES0ME S0NG. LAST NiTE WAS MY FiRST TiME HEARiNG iT 0N THE RADi0. KEEP LiFTiNG JESUS' NAME 0N HiGH!! :)
Posted by: jeans_ | September 10, 2008 at 06:03 AM
Incredible song!!! Can't wait for the album. The words to this song speak directly to my heart. Thank you!
Posted by: Bonnie Kreutter | September 09, 2008 at 08:02 PM
I have been mesmerized and often found myself to harmonize with downhere.This one I recently heard at work i didnt realize who it was yet fell in love with it and then when I realized it it amazed me.
Posted by: Shawn Mckenzie | September 06, 2008 at 11:34 PM
Ok...I just heard this song and missed the title...it was driving me crazy....I finally found it..and I just want to let you guys know that this song is a picture of what God has been piecing together for me..Last week I came home from Uganda...where I was able to visit Gulu (Northern Uganda) where many children have escaped from being child soldiers and relocated. I've known for a long time that I am to spend a year in Africa but have been praying for the right place....Over my trip I had been journaling...and God has been giving me some key words to hold on to as I come home to Canada and work to make money to go back in July 2009. I will be teaching k-8 and working with the teenagers who are living in hopelessness....counseling and whatever else God places on my heart. As soon as I heard this song playing....and as each of the words came up it was like confirmation (I've been asking God for more and more....just to be sure....ha...you know how that is.) So thankyou for being obedient to the calling on your life...because this song is now a part of mine and one that will be resonating in the back of my head...when it feels like I'm never going to get to the place...this will be a long year...k. I think I've taken up enough space.Just wanted to encourage you...and let you know that God is using your song to confirm a calling He has placed on my life.
Posted by: janessa | September 04, 2008 at 11:38 PM
I, too, heard this song on KLTY in Dallas, which is notorious for NOT announcing titles or artists. It's been driving me crazy trying to find this fantastic song. Many, many thanks in helping me locate it!
Posted by: Nelson | September 04, 2008 at 09:29 PM
I heard this song on Sirius Radio and fell in love! It is now my myspace song. :0) Thanks for encouraging me through your gift and encouraging the hearts of many others to draw close to Jesus. May He richly bless each one of you! God bless!
Posted by: Angela | August 29, 2008 at 01:39 AM
I heard the song on KLTY (dallas) las Thurs. and loved it but didn't get the title etc. I just heard it again.
I will be posting about it and recommending the album.
Great job. Looking forward to the rest.
Blessings,
Sherry
Posted by: Sherry | August 25, 2008 at 08:08 PM
Wow - wonderful song. Music sometimes moves me to tears and this song definately did that. Thank you.
Posted by: K10 | August 01, 2008 at 04:57 PM
thanks so much for posting this song. i heard it a few times on the radio and wanted to listen closer and see the words. so when I searched for the lyrics, i found this! May God richly bless you guys as you proclaim his message in song!
Posted by: bgreen | July 28, 2008 at 08:16 PM
Thank you so much for the song. I just heard it on the radio, and it really touched me. I can not thank you and Downhere as a whole for following God's call to make music. I have been a fan since the first CD "Downhere", and even went to a concert in Las Vegas, NV you guys did at a church back when the album first came out. Your music has been a constant in my life, connecting me to God, even through struggles, and reminding me of who He is when I was away from Him. It has continued to be my favorite music for almost 7 years now, and a real belssing in my life. I am sure I am not the only one who is blessed by the music, so please continue to follow the call of God in your guys' lives!
I CANT WAIT TILL THE NEXT ALBUM!
-Kristina, in Tampa, Florida
Posted by: Kristina | July 27, 2008 at 11:28 PM
Thank you for this great song! I played it in my Bible study group, and while listening to the song a member of the group got a message/calling that she will follow. Exciting!
Does anyone know if it's possible to buy the single (mp3 or CD) anywhere on the net? Or do I have to wait for the full CD?)
Posted by: Borge (Norway) | July 17, 2008 at 03:45 AM
There is no shame when plugging DOWNHERE, Jeremy!
Posted by: Anonymous Visitor | July 10, 2008 at 04:05 PM
Love the new song. Gave me chills.
Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Jon | July 09, 2008 at 05:25 PM
Thanks for checking out my blog. So cool of you, really.
I'm a huge fan. I tell everyone I know about your music. It's very powerful and uplifting.
God Bless!
Posted by: Joan | July 09, 2008 at 09:43 AM
Hmmmm. Great song! Timely - as many of downhere's songs are. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Tahni | June 29, 2008 at 10:57 PM
Wow! Great song. Thanks for giving us a listen and the lyrics. I have put in a request to HisRadio here in South Carolina to play it.
Can't wait for the new album.
Great job,
Bubba
Posted by: Bubba | June 29, 2008 at 01:25 PM
Man, now I really can't wait for the CD.
Mark
Posted by: Carstairs38 | June 28, 2008 at 12:50 PM
Awesome! I can't wait to hear it on the radio.
Posted by: Carla | June 27, 2008 at 07:03 PM
Loved the song Jeremy, sounds awesome and great lyrics. Hope it does well on the charts. Can't wait to get the CD!
Posted by: Sara (Thiessen) Ens | June 27, 2008 at 06:58 PM
My family and I prayed last night and I prayed this morning many stations make room for this dynamic, moving and meaningful song. Glad I got to hear it live last weekend. You guys are the best.
Posted by: Bruce Stillwagon | June 27, 2008 at 05:06 PM
I love this song! I can't wait to start hearing it on my local radio station. :)
Posted by: Britney | June 27, 2008 at 01:56 PM
Love it, Jeremy! Thanks for making it available on your blog.
Posted by: Ellen | June 27, 2008 at 01:16 PM
I'm VERY excited about this! I'm posting a video of the song (from Atlanta Fest) on YouTube!
I'm praying it does well too! Let us know (perhaps on the board) what we can do to help out (if we can)!
Thanks =)
Posted by: Sarah Potts | June 27, 2008 at 01:13 PM