Imagine It Was You Jesus
The Inspiration
“Imagine It Was You Jesus” was inspired by the quiet realisation that divine guidance often works silently behind the scenes during moments of uncertainty and confusion. Reflecting on past decisions made without clear foresight or ambition, the lyrics highlight how faith acts as an unseen anchor, steering a person through illusions, doubts, and difficult trials. The song captures the profound sense of humble gratitude that comes when looking back over life’s journey and recognising that what once felt like coincidence or luck was actually a loving, steadying hand.
The heart of the song stems from a poignant moment of self-reflection about taking those quiet blessings for granted. By posing the central question, imagining what it would mean to go through life supported by love without ever pausing to express thanks, the lyrics urge listeners to cultivate awareness and appreciation for their spiritual light. It serves as a gentle, heartfelt prayer of thanksgiving, encouraging us to acknowledge the unseen strength that guides us through our darkest hours and reminds us that we were never truly walking alone.
Credits
Song Writer : Donal Morrissey
Singer : Bonnie Flaherty
Piano : Cian Boylan
Arranger & Producer : Rory Pierce
First Verse
All the steps, that I took, when I wasn’t really sure,
Decisions, that I made, and I didn’t know why,
Little vision, or ambition, it truly was faith,
Thank you, Jesus, it was you, helping me get by.
Second Verse
All the things, I have done, when it wasn’t very clear,
Illusions, that I had, and didn’t understand,
Little insight, little foresight, it really was faith,
Thank you, Jesus, it was you, helping me with-stand.
Chorus
Imagine it was you, Jesus, and I didn’t say thanks,
Imagine it was you, and I should, have truly known,
Imagine all the hurt, and sadness, if I’m alone,
Imagine Jesus, all this time, I never said thanks.
Third Verse
All the years, guiding me, and I should have truly known,
Directions, that I need, I always seem to find,
You’re the reason, you’re my beacon, my insight my light,
Thank you, Jesus, you are so, loving, and so kind.
Chorus
Imagine it was you, Jesus, and I didn’t say thanks,
Imagine it was you, and I should, have truly known,
Imagine all the hurt, and sadness, if I’m alone,
Imagine Jesus, all this time, I never said thanks.
Outro
Thank you, Jesus, you’re so loving, and so kind.
Copyright Donal Morrissey 2013.
