New Wine

Hillsong Worship's song 'New Wine' is a powerful anthem of transformation and renewal. The lyrics use the metaphor of winemaking to describe a spiritual process of growth and change. The imagery of 'crushing' and 'pressing' represents the difficult and painful experiences that one might go through. However, these experiences are not in vain; they are part of a divine process where God is creating 'new wine'—a symbol of new life, new strength, and new purpose. The soil and surrendering to it signify a willingness to let go and allow God to work within, breaking new ground for growth and development.

The chorus emphasizes a deep sense of surrender and trust in God's plan. The lines 'Make me Your vessel, make me an offering, make me whatever You want me to be' reflect a heart open to divine guidance and transformation. The acknowledgment of coming 'with nothing' but receiving everything from God highlights a profound dependence on divine provision and grace. This surrender is not passive but an active yielding to God's careful hand, trusting that even without understanding, the process will lead to something beautiful and new.

The bridge of the song brings a message of hope and empowerment. 'Where there is new wine, there is new power, there is new freedom, and the kingdom is here' speaks to the transformative power of God's work in one's life. The 'new fire' symbolizes a renewed passion and purpose, replacing old ways ('old flames') with a fresh, divine mission. This part of the song encourages believers to embrace the new life and freedom that comes from allowing God to work within them, bringing forth new strength and purpose for His kingdom.