Now this was once my situation,
Verse 1
Now this was once my situation, Wanting to be a sensation, In my fellows' estimation quite a guy! But all I met was great frustration, And the endless aggravation Of those unseen complications in myself.
Chorus
And it made me want to say, " It's a raw deal!" And it made me want to think, " Only if. . . ." And I wonder everyday, " Is there anything to living, ' Cept to slowly die and dream of someday!"
Verse 2
But then I had a confrontation, With a joyful delegation, They were filled with great elation, Jesus too! And Jesus paid a visitation, By His new life germination, I became a new creation through and through.
Chorus
Oh, He made me scream and shout, " Hallelujah!" Oh, He made me cry aloud, " O my Lord!" Oh, He flooded me with joy ' Cause the glory in my spirit Made me part of God's own family.
Verse 3
So, if you're craving liberation From your old life's degradation, You have found your destination here tonight! Just turn your heart in preparation, And proclaim your declaration, " Jesus, be my full salvation, be my life!"
Chorus
Now you've touched Him, so cry out, " Hallelujah!" As He fills you, cry aloud, " Oh my Lord!" " Jesus Lord, You are much more Than I ever dreamed or longed for, Take my life, Lord, I belong to You!"
