The story behind the lyrics of by Hillsong UNITED is centered on the biblical account of Peter walking on water to meet Jesus, found in Matthew 14:22–33 . It serves as a metaphorical exploration of stepping into the unknown and choosing trust over fear when life feels overwhelming. The Scriptural Foundation
The lyrics directly parallel Peter’s experience of stepping out of a boat during a storm: Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) - Hillsong United lyrics
: This refers to Jesus commanding Peter to come to Him on the water. The story behind the lyrics of by Hillsong
: Captures the moment Peter begins to sink when he takes his eyes off Jesus and focuses on the wind and waves. Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) - Hillsong United lyrics