Communion (feat. Steffany Gretzinger & Brandon Lake)

“Communion” by Maverick City Music, featuring Steffany Gretzinger and Brandon Lake, is a heartfelt exploration of spiritual intimacy and reconnection with the divine. The song's lyrics evoke a sense of returning to a primordial state of closeness with God, symbolized by the Garden of Eden. This garden represents a place of pure, unblemished communion where the relationship between humanity and the divine was simple, direct, and filled with trust and love. The repeated plea to be taken back to the garden and the moment of hearing God's voice underscores a deep yearning for that original, untainted connection.

The song emphasizes the ease and simplicity of this divine relationship, highlighting that there is no space between the believer and God. The lyrics, “You are closer, closer than my skin / You are in the air I'm breathing in,” suggest an omnipresent and intimate divine presence that is as essential and natural as the air we breathe. This closeness brings life to what was once dead, symbolizing spiritual renewal and revival. The repeated affirmation that “it feels so good to know you are my friend” reflects a profound realization of God's friendship, which is both surprising and deeply comforting to the believer.

Furthermore, the song touches on themes of acceptance and approval, with the lyrics, “I don't have to prove a thing / You've already approved of me.” This speaks to the unconditional love and acceptance that the divine offers, freeing the believer from the need to earn or prove their worth. The repeated refrain of “we are returning” signifies a collective movement back to this divine desire, a return to the heart of God. The song concludes with a powerful acknowledgment of the privilege and peace found in carrying everything to God in prayer, reinforcing the theme of intimate, trusting friendship with the divine.