Track 2: The Altar of my Pride
I built a kingdom out of shifting sand
And wore the crown with a trembling hand
I sang the songs and I played the part
While keeping the keys to my hidden heart
But the lights have faded, the stage is bare
And I’m finally breathing the Holy air
I’m breaking the idols I made of myself
I’m taking the glory down from the shelf
Lay me down on the altar of stone
Until I am naked before Your throne
Lord, have mercy.. Lord, have mercy on me
I’m sorry for using Your Name for my gain
For making a fashion out of Your pain
I’ve walked in the courts but I missed the King
I’ve offered the gift but I kept the sting
Cleanse my hands, oh God, and my heart
Where my devotion has fallen apart
I’m breaking the idols I made of myself
I’m taking the glory down from the shelf
Lay me down on the altar of stone
Until I am naked before Your throne
Lord, have mercy.. Lord, have mercy on me
The only sacrifice You want is a broken heart!
The only offering You seek is a contrite spirit!
I am done running! I am done hiding!
Take it all! Take it all! Take it all!
The sky is His temple and our heart is His home
But I made my heart a thicket of thorns
So lay me down on the altar of stone
Until I am finally, truly Your own
Lord, have mercy
Forgive me
Restore me.