feat. The Heartfelt Digital Ensemble
The Story Behind “Forgiving Eyes”
“Forgiving Eyes” is a heartfelt Christian song that explores God’s persistent love, mercy, and desire to restore those who have wandered far from Him. Through a message of hope and redemption, the song reflects the compassionate invitation of Jesus Christ, whose arms remain open to anyone willing to turn to Him and receive His forgiveness.
The song was originally inspired by a track featured in the classic film The Karate Kid and was later reimagined and updated with its own distinctive stylistic direction while preserving its core message of grace, forgiveness, and spiritual transformation. Rather than focusing on condemnation, “Forgiving Eyes” highlights the loving heart of God and His willingness to welcome people back to Himself regardless of their past mistakes.
Lyrics
I don't know what it's gonna take to reach you
How many lessons will it take to teach you
That there's no way you'll ever make it alone?
You say, "There's nothing better than a good time"
But where you're looking now, I know you won't find any peace
Until you turn around and look at Jesus
'Cause His arms are open wide
To hold you and tell you that He loves you so
And there's nothing you have to hide
He wants to forgive you, and call you His own
Won't you turn around and see His forgiving eyes?
I don't know when he's gonna open your eyes
How long you're gonna listen to the same lies
But one day, you're gonna know for sure
I pray he'll spare you causing yourself more grief
That you'll find the lasting love that you need, and his peace
When you turn around and look at Jesus
'Cause His arms are open wide
To hold you and tell you that He loves you so
And there's nothing you have to hide
He wants to forgive you, and call you His own
Won't you turn around and see Him?
'Cause His arms are open wide
To hold you and tell you that He loves you so
And there's nothing you have to hide
He wants to forgive you, and call you His own
Won't you turn around and see His forgiving eyes?
'Cause His arms are open wide
To hold you and tell you that He loves you so
And there's nothing you have to hide
He wants to forgive you, and call you His own
Won't you turn around and see His forgiving eyes?
