Here's an original classic worship ballad with a reflective, repentant, and hopeful message.
### **I Am Back**
*Written by Patrick Makamo*
**Style:** Classic Worship Ballad / Contemporary Gospel (slow piano, strings, choir)
**Verse 1**
Lord, I am back, with tears in my eyes,
I've carried my pride beneath many skies.
I chased every dream that pulled me away,
Ignoring Your voice day after day.
I thought I knew better, I followed my way,
I laughed at the wisdom You sent my way.
I wounded my heart with choices I made,
Now I'm standing here, no masks to wear.
**Pre-Chorus**
I have wandered far from Your embrace,
Yet Your mercy still has found this place.
Every step away You counted still,
Your love has never left me.
**Chorus**
Lord, I am back, forgive me again.
Wash away the darkness, heal my pain.
I have traveled roads that broke my soul,
Only You can make me whole.
Lord, I am back, receive me today.
Take these broken pieces, show me the way.
Like the father welcomed his lost son home,
Hold me close and never let me go.
**Verse 2**
I remember the days when my heart burned bright,
When Your Word was my joy, Your truth my light.
But little by little I drifted away,
Listening to voices that led me astray.
I ignored the counsel of those who cared,
Believing I needed no one's prayer.
Now I know without You I cannot stand,
Please take my life into Your hands.
**Bridge**
If You can restore the broken vine,
Restore this weary heart of mine.
If You welcomed Peter after he denied,
Lord, restore the fire inside.
If You called the prodigal back to Your door,
Call me home forevermore.
No more running, no more pride,
Jesus, be my faithful Guide.
**Final Chorus**
Lord, I am back, my knees are bowed.
I surrender everything before You now.
Take my future, take my past,
Your amazing grace will always last.
Lord, I am back, my King, my Friend.
Let this be my brand-new beginning.
Your cross has spoken, Your blood has paid,
Today I am forgiven.
**Outro**
I was lost...
But now I'm found.
I was broken...
But grace came down.
Lord, I am back...
And this time, I'm home.