“Come to the Father” featuring Chris Clave, from Kestin Mbogo’s 5-track body of work “Atah (Intimacy with God) [Live Set 1],” released on 14 February, 2025, stands as a prominent piece within the album’s spiritual landscape. The song is characterized by its invitation to seek solace and healing at the cross, resonating with a message of divine welcome. Its lyrics explore themes of pain, discouragement, loss, and feelings of inadequacy, offering a counter-narrative of acceptance and recovery found through faith.
The composition, delivered in a live setting as part of the “Atah (Intimacy with God) [Live Set 1]” project, emphasizes a direct and personal connection with the divine. Chris Clave’s collaboration adds a complementary dynamic to Mbogo’s vocal delivery, enhancing the song’s overall impact. The repeated assurance, “His arms are open wide,” functions as a foundational declaration, underscoring the album’s overarching theme of intimacy with God.