Ousado Amor
Paulo César Baruk
The Boundless and Daring Love of God
Paulo César Baruk's song "Ousado Amor" is a heartfelt tribute to the overwhelming and unconditional love of God. The lyrics express a deep sense of gratitude and awe for a love that existed even before the singer was aware of it. The opening lines, "Antes de eu falar, Tu cantavas sobre mim," suggest that God's love and care were present long before the singer could even acknowledge it. This preemptive love is further emphasized with the line, "Antes de eu respirar, Sopraste Tua vida em mim," indicating that God's love is the very breath of life itself.
The chorus, with its powerful declaration of "Oh, impressionante, infinito e ousado amor de Deus," highlights the extraordinary and boundless nature of God's love. The imagery of leaving the ninety-nine to find the one is a direct reference to the Parable of the Lost Sheep from the Bible, symbolizing God's relentless pursuit of each individual. This love is described as something that cannot be bought or earned, yet it is freely given, underscoring the grace and generosity inherent in divine love.
The song also touches on themes of redemption and transformation. The lines "Inimigo eu fui, Mas Teu amor lutou por mim" and "Eu não tinha valor, Mas tudo pagou por mim" reflect a journey from a state of unworthiness and enmity to one of acceptance and worth through God's sacrificial love. The concluding verses, which speak of bringing light to shadows, scaling mountains, and breaking down walls, further illustrate the lengths to which God's love will go to reach and redeem the individual. This vivid imagery reinforces the message that no obstacle is too great for God's love to overcome.