Kim Walker Smith - Pursuit

Kim Walker-Smith (born in Albany, Oregon) is an American singer, songwriter, worship leader, and recording artist. She currently resides in Redding, CA with her husband Skyler. She produced her first solo album, titled Here Is My Song, which was released in February 2008 through the Jesus Culture record label. Walker-Smith is best known as the worship leader for the Jesus Culture Band and Jesus Culture events, and a worship pastor for Bethel Church in Redding.
Her rendition of the John Mark McMillan song, "How He Loves", has been viewed over 1.2 million times on KZbin. Her own song "Where You Go I Go" has over four million views on KZbin.
Early Life:
Kim Walker was "raised in a small farm town called Klamath Falls, Oregon."[1] Her parents divorced when she was four years old and her family moved frequently, causing her to be shy and withdrawn as a result of always being "the new kid". Walker stated that her family "for generations has been very musical and my mom put me on a stage when I was three. I grew up singing and was very involved in musical theater."
Career and Personal Life:
In her early adulthood, Walker moved to Redding, California to attend a Christian college, but was struggling with her grades and wasn't happy attending university. One night while driving around she cried out to the Lord, and came across a 24-hour prayer house that had been recently set up by Bethel Church. Venturing inside, Walker was captivated and attended their church service the following Sunday. After a year she left university to attend the [School of Supernatural Ministry] (BSSM). She graduated from the BSSM after completing their two-year program, and after two more years was hired by the church as a worship pastor. [1] Walker has stated that the "greatest desire of [her] heart is to see God's kingdom and power manifest for people to be set free, healed, and radically changed as they encounter God in worship."[6]
In 2005, Walker's "powerful voice won her $25,000 cash in an "American Idol" type of competition called "So You Want to Be a Star," which aired on Chico television station KRVU. [She] is considered by many to be a forerunner in a new kind of worship referred to as prophetic worship." [7] Walker has cited Misty Edwards of the International House of Prayer and Suzy Yaraei of Morning Star Ministries, both prominent worship leaders in the evangelical community, as her greatest musical influences.
In 2009, Walker married Skyler Smith, another worship leader who also does graphic design and photography; they now live in San Francisco.[8] She now releases music under the name Kim Walker-Smith instead of her maiden name.[7] In addition to her career of solo albums, she is also a member of the band Jesus Culture, which began as a youth worship band at Bethel, but now hosts multiple worship conferences around the country and produces a live record each year, in addition to frequently leading worship at Bethel. [9] In 2010, Walker-Smith stated that she was "at Bethel once to twice a month right now. We travel about three to four times a month. About 40 percent of that is Jesus Culture."[1] She has also expressed a desire for her music to expand into the secular community, expressing a passion for social justice and "to see the arts and creativity restored and a new standard set"..."I've always looked at music as a vehicle to get me to people".
Discography:
Everything with Chris Quilala and Melissa How (2006)
Your Love Never Fails with Chris Quilala and Melissa How (2008)
Here Is My Song (2008)
We Cry Out with Chris Quilala and Melissa How (2007)
Here is Love with Bethel Church featuring Chris Quilala & Kristene Mueller (2009)
Consumed with Chris Quilala and Melissa How (2009)
Come Away with Chris Quilala and Jesus Culture (2010)
My Passion EP with Chris Quilala and Jesus Culture (2010)
Awakening with Chris Quilala and Jesus Culture (2011)
Live from New York with Chris Quilala, Martin Smith, and Jesus Culture (2012)
Still Believe (2013)

[@elisabethcagan596]

My son is in jail for 3 months. He's been lost in addiction for 16 years. Oh how I've prayed for him. God has strengthened my faith over the years. And Jassen is coming back in touch with the Jesus of his childhood. He said mom you've got to listen to pursuit by Jesus Culture but make sure it's with Kim Walker-Smith!! Hallelujah Jesus keeps His promises. Ephesians 3:20 Now to Him Who is able, because of His power working in us, to carry out His purpose and do something superabundantly far over and above all that we dare to ask, think or imagine, above our highest prayers, dreams or hopes. For this son of mine was lost but now is found. Hallelujah thank You Jesus for Your Powerful, Holy Presence that never leaves us. Amen 🙏🏻 ♥️✝️🙌

[@dylanemanuel8408]

I love this song! I was in this christian home for drug addicts in 2015 and i would always watch this video and it helped me so much. It helped me connect with God and overcome my weaknesses for drugs. Im still clean now in 2019

[@dylanemanuel8408]

Still clean in 2021 thank the Lord!

[@lolmaemae]

Reading this just makes my heart happy.

[@deborahleslie1]

SAME! This song brought me in when I was addicted and so lost throughout the years, and FREEEE today too! 2021. Pursuing Him continually. I will pursue you just as you pursued me Lord 🥰🔥👆🏼✝️

[@giantsfan9410]

Amen

[@maryharris9267]

I thank God for you and your testimony, wish, pray more people that are still in chains overcome like this

[@G.A.V.E.L.John423-24]

2024 prayer: *May this be the year that we see a wave of recognizing our need for GOD *May this be the year of sincere, genuine, broken and contrite heart repentance *May this be the year of Believing that GOD exists *May this be the year of lifting up the Precious and Holy Name of Jesus Christ *May this be the year that we proclaim...ONLY THE BLOOD OF JESUS CHRIST SAVES *May this be the year of driving out the devil, Babylon, casting out demons *May this be the year of Jesus Christ removing the scales from people's eyes, the chains of sin falling off (the blind seeing, the deaf hearing, the lame walking, the fools believing) *May this be the year of no one being left behind from entering the Kingdom of Heaven *May this be the year of GOD gaining more sons and daughters *May this be the year of the gates of hell shall not prevail *May this be the year of the truth speaking louder than the lies *May this be the year of GOD'S Kingdom to reign *May this be the year of God's Mighty move and the new church (Ecclesia radical remnant) becomes bolder and bolder *May this be the year that we see GOD move ahead of us and act on our behalf *May this be the year that no one puts any stumbling blocks in anyone's way of putting their trust, hope, faith in a living and responsive GOD *May this be the year that we see people respond to the Holy Spirit and go after/seek/and achieve a pure and earnest hunger and thirst for GOD'S Holiness and Righteousness *May this be the year of accountability, unity, forgiveness, reconciliation, reunification of GOD's creation, rebirth, regeneration, born again, baptisms of water and of the Holy Spirit *May this be the year of... Ask-GOD, are You real, are You out there? Seek-Go after GOD with a PURE heart Knock-Revelation 3:20 Jesus knocking on the doors of our hearts *May this be the year that we cry out HOLY, HOLY, HOLY IS THE LORD GOD ALMIGHTY. *May this be the year of John 3:16, Galatians 5:22-23, John 4:23-24. To GOD be all honor, glory and praise; with holy hands i will lift up the Precious and Holy Name of Jesus Christ raised; I know that only the Blood of Jesus Christ heals and saves; may our hearts overflow with thanksgiving and a hymn gratefulness for what the Holy Trinity gave. Amen and amen.

[@jeremiahwatts422]

Proverbs 21:21 He who pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.

[@ninoskaguzman1564]

Kim walker is so anointed with gods power and grace, her music has made my relationship with god closer. God bless this women of God

[@aleyavery2543]

Ah, Kim Walker… 🥹 this song is so special to me. 🥹❤️❤️

[@PastorJitenderBagga]

I can't live without your presence lord Jesus.🔥

[@tammynewville716]

Amen

[@jasonguzman9227]

2023 this song still gets me 🔥

[@ronaldmoses48]

I cant live without God presence in jesus christ 😭🙏🏿🥰

[@emmanuelodoi-anim1959]

Getting our priorities right. First passion. First love. God first. A declaration that we are not content with where we are with God - Every layer must be stripped This is not just worship Its a longing

[@JustinaPhiri-zt4mk]

This song means everything to my life❤

[@mulengalisa6722]

I can't live without your presence 😭😭

[@michelledavis9700]

I love this song. I am going though so much loosing my job, all this pain and transition. I trust God's plan no matter what. We always go though seasons in our life, God has us in the palm of his hands

[@Brame362]

Just breathe I will be well. Habakkuk 3v17

[@interplanetaryexploration281]

@@Brame362 Amen

[@emmanuelntezeyombi8021]

I think I always wanted wisdom, goodness and love. We have all three in Jesus. We just have to pursue him. (Mark 12:30)

[@rob26b]

I heard this song while staying at a hostel. When I returned home, I looked it up on KZbin and watched so many versions and they all sound fantastic. What a song and what a voice!

[@nokuthulamabuza7088]

after listening to this song i felt alive in my spirit and saw the need for pressing on

[@Jotun87]

nokuthula mabuza I pray you have continued your journey and have been pressing on.

[@franklynogbechie3659]

Writing this while going through a separation and possibly a divorce in a marriage of just 10 months and now I just want to surrender all my existence to God and let his spirit take a lead that in a year time I will testify about my ordeal because he is God 🙏🏻

[@Zubbee]

It is well... God is faithful. As you/you've surrendered all to Him, He'll lead you through stripping and then filling. Praise God. Be strong!

[@user-qq1nd6yf7z]

Kim Walker Smith person bless you and thank you Justy

[@user-qq1nd6yf7z]

Kim Walker Smith person bless you and thank you

[@emmanuelntezeyombi8021]

Everything out the way. I choise Jesus.

[@emmanuelntezeyombi8021]

Choose

[@rosedevarel7098]

A worshiper in and out of the church...teach us...love this precious heart

[@mulengalisa6722]

2024 and I still love this song

[@annandersen8609]

Please come after us Jesus Please seek us Jesus Please touch us Jesus Please follow us Jesus Please pursue us Jesus Please accept us Jesus Please hold us Jesus Please protect us Jesus Please defend us Jesus Please love us Jesus Please forgive us Jesus Please rescue us Jesus Please release us Jesus Please free us Jesus Please enlighten us Jesus Please appreciate us Jesus Please raise us Jesus Please guide us Jesus Please lead us Jesus Please meet us Jesus Amen 🙏

[@davenportsimon]

still my #1 video on KZbin after all these years! God is faithful

[@annelienlegrange2990]

Pure heart... Love Kim Walker's love for Jesus.

[@finendandy747]

i attended teen challenge and fell in love with this song here in 2003-2004 graduated with this as my go to worship song

[@ronaldmoses48]

Our mighty God has blessed you kim with a voice of worship & praise for his eternal kingdom 🙏🏿🥰

[@annandersen8609]

Thank you God almighty for Kim Walker-Smith

[@cmw2173]

Kim is an example of using her gifts for the Kingdom of God! ! Sing it women..

[@MentorCamiloVelez]

Simply amazing...so powerful...so deep...so real 😭😭😭

[@CarmellaRedeemed]

Oldie but goodie 😂❤

[@darlingmarin3346]

That beatifull song , the trut Is that this song Is direct for the honly spirit of God , this Is beatifull , God bless your ministri , your heart , AND you life

[@thomasmaster9121]

Healing me muscle broken fracture o Lord, be my life

[@RaymondAtivie]

God bless Kim Walker

[@victordans5663]

Strip everything away Til all I have is you Undo the veil Til all I see is you Strip everything away Til all I have is you Undo the veils So all I see is you I will pursue you I will pursue your presence I will pursue you I will pursue your presence I'm pressing into you So do not pass me by Breaking through the boundaries I will not be denied I will pursue you I will pursue your presence I will pursue you I will pursue your presence I will pursue you I will pursue your presence I will pursue you I will pursue your presence Open my eyes Search me inside I can't live without your presence I can't live without your presence Open my eyes Search me inside I can't live without your presence I can't live without your presence I will pursue I will pursue your presence I will pursue you I will pursue your presence

[@wendyramon3965]

Glory to my God, Savior, thank you Holly Spirt

[@christopheoulmiere1384]

How wonderful is this song, pure blessing for my soul ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@chasetapps4452]

Love this song so soothing I could listen to it everyday

[@davidspadea4606]

Kim is so sincere in her pursuit of Jesus, so captivating and contagious is her passion. God Bless you Kim. I think the person she is singing with is her future husband Skyler Smith. Kim has inspired millions of Christians to come closer to Jesus... of which I am one. I was never closer to Jesus than I am now after listening to Kim's passion worship songs many times over. Keep singing Kim, God is smiling and dancing and Jesus is reaching to embrace you in his loving arms.

[@ajeasmon0715]

She's singing with Martin Smith from Delirious. He's solo now but they were an awesome band also

[@mubangamulenga3404]

​@@ajeasmon0715no that's Skyler Smith and they were already married at this point. The banner says Kim Walker-Smith, worship leader.

[@cmw2173]

Amen..strip all of me Lord please break the outer man so my inter man can shine..Praise be to God!!

[@tendai.chikava]

I will pursue You. After a back to back series of abandonment, I realized I can still depend on You.

[@prudencechinja3613]

My song eeeeishh🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌2024

[@wezisingogo1493]

Thank you lord for everything you’ve done,about and yet to do in my life for sure I will pursue you 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏽

[@mndubuisi2]

6:20 😮.. looks like an angel 🙌🏾.... praising the mighty Name of Jesus Christ!

[@CaseyLamah]

This used to be my jam!!!

[@3chords490]

Such a beautiful combination of vulnerablity and confidence in the Lord. I'm sure that this so delights the heart of God. This is what He wants for us , to be desperate and trusting before Him , like little children searching for Him, emotionally not holding back.......

[@violetamadeira4303]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@davidjames4267]

Never, never, never let others make you believe you can't. 1 Samuel 17:33 Fear is contagious. Just because they can't handle it, has nothing to do with me. I'm going for it, God is with me, Amen David James West, a Christian man

[@emmanuelodoi-anim1959]

We bless God for your life. May He increase you. More anointing!

[@perivarederklep4759]

No One Can Ever Sing Like This Girl I Love You Kim…

[@CongwaIngrid]

Open my eyes ❤

[@alinkayedinak5995]

I’m in love with his song so much I can’t live without you presence god I love you so much I need you everyday like the air ,thank you for everything that u do for me I’m forever yours use me for your glory all the glory , praise and honor to you almighty God 🙏 ❤️

[@davidrodriguez-4896]

Thank you Lord!✨🙏😊 Beautiful song!🌸✨

[@kaekae9380]

GOD has blessed this lady w/ soul & class in her voice.

[@christopheleplatre9410]

🙏♥️ Amen

[@ruthmattos6971]

Que saudade dessa canção

[@0610044929]

I can't live without your presence. Oh God...

[@christinsongbird]

I love You Lord. ❤️🌹🥀😭

[@kudajamkoko4746]

Anyone here listening to this in 2021 ??

[@Lumpy007]

Wonderful worship music thanks!

[@outstretchedarm777]

Your presence is my present

[@mairobelmunoz8641]

such as beautiful song, that show us without his presence we are nothing

[@mypaperjourney]

Wow! What a way to praise God and preach His word!!! May God continue to bless you all and always.

[@crisnicaciooficial8324]

Este É O Louvor Que Mais Amo. Eu Me Rasgo Na Presença De Jesus Cristo e o Espírito Santo 😭❤️😭❤️😭❤️ Eu AMO MUITO VOCÊS. Deus Jeová Jire Os ABENÇOE PODEROSAMENTE Em Nome de JESUS CRISTO ❤️🙏❤️🙌❤️🤗❤️

[@nuuletuufiilwaaina887]

Hallelujah! God bless you people!

[@diogonascmusic9093]

Essa canção tem um poder de Deus tão forte , kim Walker é um ministra de adoração diferenciada.

[@deniltonsantos7195]

Glória Deus !!! Poderoso

[@rosaneabrantes1039]

Maravilhoso...

[@deniltonsantos7195]

Poderoso Deus!!!

[@marielbojorquez431]

Esta semana quiero hacer cover de esta canción que por tantos años llena mi corazón!! Un🙌🏻👍quien la escucha en 2020!

[@cobybright5407]

♥️♥️♥️🔥🔥🔥🙌🙌🇿🇦

[@ilumaleokhale2401]

Why Is this version not on Apple Music? I love it so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@andresgutierrez8745]

Q bonito :v primer comentario en español:v

[@sherinastrongtower]

Hace 7 años estaba este mismo video pero con duración de 20 minutos, pero lo quitaron:(

[@artwellmadaka7911]

I will pursue you God...

[@FundiCrypto]

WOW

[@catolicasim5065]

linnnnnnnnndooooo #unção #unção #unção

[@normacordoba618]

♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏🙏🖐🇦🇷😇

[@ruthfaida6626]

Open my heart, Search me inside👐

[@doloresreyes5394]

my lord......

[@jhordanpeniche491]

show cherk Curt vaquejeissom tars Mors the end

[@zan_witbooi]

Here in 2022

[@tafadzwanyamurowa3055]

😢

[@MrKaaz]

Anyone know what dvd/album this specific performance is from?

[@tapiwamangatayo6100]

what a deep spiritual song.....good job jesus culture

[@Na-T.Artiste]

quelqu'un peux me le traduire en français? svp

[@G.A.V.E.L.John423-24]

The veil that prevents us from following and pursuing God is everything we hold onto that represents our human flesh (our will - the rights to ourselves). Only the Holy Spirit searches the deepest parts of our souls; the hidden parts inside of us that we cannot reach. The Cross of Christ is our access to God's Presence. We are unaware of our need to connect to God. It is our deepest hearts desire and prayer. Hymn: Pass Me Not O Gentle Savior Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 3:16-18 Hebrews 10:19-22 Matthew 27:50-51 John 14:6 Hebrews 9:8 Romans 8:7 *Ephesians 4:18 *2 Corinthians 3:14 1 Corinthians 3:13 *2 Corinthians 4:3 *2 Corinthians 3:1-18 Hebrews 9:7 (unintentional sins...our deep and hidden hunger and thirst for God...a passionate pursuit for God in our innermost being) *2 Corinthians 3:6 *1 Corinthians 4:1-6 *1 John 2:15 *1 Corinthians 2:14 1 John 1:1 Psalm 139 "Search me, and know me, O God"... Ask.Seek.Knock.Pray.Open hearts. Pursue.Believe.Trust.Follow.Obey. God bless you all.

[@Spicoli.]

Would anyone happen to know the guys name who is singing with Kim?

[@CaseyLamah]

That’s her Husband.

[@Chad_Fuckhammer]

She kinda reminds me of Peppermint Patty from Peanuts and Velma from Scooby Doo all at the same time

[@user-pl5gh3ii7v]

Micah : “ 11 years ago , real - time, I decided to sample this song @ the part where it’s spontaneous. I did and for 3 - 5 minutes I let the loop play. That was when I got this warning dal Signor Gesu: “ Be careful. “ I responded: “ Why Lord ? “ El respondio : “ Perché popolo. “ I put my head down and uttered “ 🤔.” Micah : “ In essence, sampling praise & worship music is for the intent of God’s people, the Bride of Christ. If you want to make income from sampling others music, leave that with the world. Now you know my take on “ sampling “. Yes I play real instruments and write songs e their is a time y place for that, Brandon Ratcliff who died by an act of violence years ago in Dallas,Tx. “ el Game Cock : “ Why the mention of him? “ Micah : “ Cos one day on the way to the 6 - 6 , 1/3 of my birth father brought him up, along with other dead people. “ el Game Cock : “ Prayers for Ms. BriAyala and her family. I don’t know her but I think might be falling in a good way, for her. “ Micah : “ He hopes. “ - Fin -

[@Jetsemany-ul5xy]

I know that's right I'm jetsemany and I need me my doze off that Jesus piece's. 🧩