About the song
“I Saw God Today” by George Strait: A Song About Finding the Divine in Everyday Life
George Strait’s “I Saw God Today” is a moving country ballad that explores the themes of faith, gratitude, and the beauty of the everyday world. Released in 2000, the song quickly became a hit, topping the Billboard Country charts and earning Strait a Grammy Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance.
Finding God in the Simple Things
The song’s lyrics follow the narrator as they take a walk after spending time at the hospital bedside of a loved one. Despite the difficult circumstances, the narrator finds moments of beauty and wonder in the ordinary things around them: a flower growing through a crack in the sidewalk, a pregnant woman, a breathtaking sunset.
A Message of Hope and Inspiration
These simple observations lead the narrator to a profound realization: God’s presence is everywhere, if we only take the time to see it. The song’s message is one of hope and inspiration, reminding us to appreciate the beauty and miracles that surround us, even in the midst of life’s challenges.
A Personal Connection for Strait
“I Saw God Today” is a deeply personal song for Strait, who has spoken about his own strong faith. In an interview, he said, “I think the song serves as a reminder to us all to just take a step back and take everything in.”
A Country Music Classic
With its heartfelt lyrics and timeless message, “I Saw God Today” has become a beloved classic in the country music genre. The song continues to resonate with listeners, offering a reminder of the power of faith and the beauty of the everyday world.
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Lyrics
“I Saw God Today”
Just walked down the street to the coffee shop
Had to take a break
I’ve been by her side for eighteen hours straight
Saw a flower growing in the middle of the sidewalk
Pushing up through the concrete
Like it was planted right there for me to seeThe flashing lights
The honking horns
All seem to fade away
In the shadow of the hospital
At 5:08
I saw God todayI’ve been to church
I’ve read the book
I know He’s here
But I don’t look
Near as often as I should
Yeah I know I shouldHis fingerprints are everywhere
I just look down and stop and stare
Open my eyes and then I swear
I Saw God TodaySaw a couple walking by
They were holding hands
Man, she had that glow
Ya, I couldn’t help
But I noticed that she was starting to show
Stood there for a minute
Taking in the sky
Lost in that sunset
A splash of amber melted into shades of redI’ve been to church
I’ve read the book
I know He’s here
But I don’t look
Near as often as I should
Yeah I know I shouldHis fingerprints are everywhere
I just look down and stop and stare
Open my eyes and then I swear
I Saw God TodayGot my face pressed up against the nursery glass
She’s sleeping like a rock
My name on her wrist
Wearing tiny pink socks
She’s got my nose
She’s got her Mama’s eyes
My bran new baby girl
She’s a miracle
I Saw God Today