“Open the Eyes of My Heart” is a powerful Christian worship song made widely known by Michael W. Smith in 2001. Originally written by Paul Baloche, this song became a spiritual anthem for churches across denominations. Its passionate lyrics, repetition, and Scripture-based message make it a favorite in both personal devotion and corporate worship.
📖🎶 Overview of “Open the Eyes of My Heart” by Michael W. Smith (2001)
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🎤 Artist: Michael W. Smith
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📝 Written by: Paul Baloche
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🗓️ Released: 2001
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🎵 Genre: Christian Contemporary / Praise & Worship
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💿 Included in albums: Worship, Worship Again, and numerous live sets
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🌎 Used in: Worship services, youth camps, revivals, personal prayer
📜📝 Full Lyrics – “Open the Eyes of My Heart” (Michael W. Smith Version)
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord
Open the eyes of my heart
I want to see You
I want to see You
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord
Open the eyes of my heart
I want to see You
I want to see You
To see You high and lifted up
Shinin' in the light of Your glory
Pour out Your power and love
As we sing holy, holy, holy
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord
Open the eyes of my heart
I want to see You
I want to see You
To see You high and lifted up
Shinin' in the light of Your glory
Pour out Your power and love
As we sing holy, holy, holy
Holy, holy, holy
We cry holy, holy, holy
You are holy, holy, holy
I want to see You
(Repeated multiple times for emphasis and worship depth)
✨🧠 What Is the Message Behind “Open the Eyes of My Heart”?
The song is more than a melody—it's a plea for spiritual insight and divine revelation. Key themes include:
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Spiritual awakening – Asking for eyes to be opened to God’s presence
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Worship and reverence – Declaring God's holiness repeatedly
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Biblical inspiration – Reflecting Ephesians 1:18’s prayer for enlightenment
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Desire for closeness – Wanting to “see” God personally and intimately
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Vision of glory – Longing to witness God’s power and light
📚🔍 Bible Verses Connected to the Lyrics
The scriptural foundation makes this song especially powerful:
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📖 Ephesians 1:18
“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened…”
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📖 Isaiah 6:1-3
“I saw the Lord, high and lifted up… and they were calling to one another: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty!’”
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📖 Exodus 33:18
“Then Moses said, ‘Now show me your glory.’”
These references align beautifully with the lyrics’ plea for spiritual vision and divine intimacy.
🎙️🎧 Listen to “Open the Eyes of My Heart” by Michael W. Smith
You can listen to the official recording on most platforms:
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🎵 Spotify
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🎶 Apple Music
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▶️ YouTube
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📱 Amazon Music
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🎼 Worship Music Playlists
✅ Pro Tip: Use the Michael W. Smith version for an emotionally powerful, live worship experience.
📂📀 Other Notable Recordings & Artists
Although Paul Baloche wrote the song, it became globally recognized through Michael W. Smith’s rendition. Other artists who have recorded or performed it include:
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🎤 Israel Houghton
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🎤 Lincoln Brewster
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🎤 Hillsong Worship (in covers and live medleys)
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🎤 Various Gospel Choirs
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🎤 Kari Jobe (live worship collabs)
Each artist brings a unique tone, but the message remains unchanged: “I want to see You.”