A Heart's Plea for Divine Transformation
The song 'Usa-me' by Coral de Mulheres do Templo Central is a heartfelt prayer for divine transformation and service. The lyrics express a deep desire for humility and self-effacement, with the repeated plea, 'Que eu diminua e que ele cresça' (May I decrease and He increase). This line reflects a longing to become less visible so that God's presence can shine through more clearly. The singer wishes to be a vessel for God's work, willing to be reshaped and molded as needed, much like clay in the hands of a potter.
The metaphor of the potter and the clay is central to the song's message. By comparing themselves to clay, the singers acknowledge their malleability and dependence on God's guidance. They express a willingness to be broken and remade, emphasizing their readiness to serve as instruments of worship and devotion. The repeated lines 'Eu quero ser como instrumento' (I want to be like an instrument) and 'Sou apenas barro' (I am just clay) highlight this submission and readiness to be used for a higher purpose.
The song also emphasizes the importance of continuous worship and presence in God's life. The desire to 'adorar em todo tempo' (worship at all times) and to be an 'adorador por excelência' (worshiper par excellence) underscores a commitment to living a life of constant devotion. The repeated invocation for God to 'usa-me' (use me) encapsulates the essence of the song—a plea for divine use and transformation, a surrender of one's life to God's will, and a commitment to being a vessel of His love and grace.
