Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
God's Building A Church
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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An underdog to the feat of men
God's building a church on the rise
We've been trampled on in the heat of the fight
This church has got eternal bright
It's almost time for church to fly
God's building a church (and I'm so glad that...)
God's building a church
It's gonna march like a mighty army man
God's building a church
It'll be water to the dry and barren land
God's building a church
It's gonna rise from a valley of dead dry bones
Sanctified
Glorified
Filled with the holy ghost?s power and might
Purified with fire divine
God's building a church
On Calvary's tree it started there
He handed it down to the hands of men
God's building a church on the rise (and I like this...)
Satan's about to run in fright
As the saints of God in glorious might
We raced across the enemy lines
With holy banners wavin' high
God's building a church
It's going to march like a mighty army man
God's building a church
It'll be water to the dry and barren land
God's building a church
It's gonna rise from a valley of dead dry bones
Sanctified
Glorified
Filled with the holy ghost?s power and might
Purified with fire divine
God's building a church
And it'll be sanctified glorified, sanctified glorified, sanctified glorified
Filled with the holy ghost?s power and might
Purified with fire divine
God's building a church
(Ooooh...)
God's building a church
It's gonna march like a mighty army man
God's building a church
It'll be water to the dry and barren land
God's building a church
It's gonna rise from a valley of dead dry bones
Sanctified
Glorified
Filled with the holy ghost?s power and might
Purified with fire divine
God's building a church
(We're gonna be...)
Santified
Glorified
Filled with the holy ghost's power and might
Purified with fire divine
God's building a church (He's building a church)
The song “God’s Building a Church” by Bill & Gloria Gaither And Their Homecoming Friends talks about the long history of the church being an underdog to the feats of men, and how God is building a new church that will rise like a mighty army. The lyrics express that the current church has been trampled on in the heat of the fight, but the new church that God is building will be sanctified, glorified, filled with the Holy Ghost’s power and might, and purified with fire divine. The lyrics mention that the church will be a water to the dry and barren land, and it'll rise from a valley of dead dry bones.
The song speaks to the themes of hope, renewal, and empowerment through the power of God. The lyrics remind listeners that God's church, and those who follow it, will be victorious in the end. The song inspires listeners to keep hope alive and keep fighting for a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
For much too long the church has been
The church has been an underdog to the power and dominance of men for a long time.
An underdog to the feat of men
The church has been overshadowed and underestimated by the impressive feats of men.
God's building a church on the rise
God is constructing a church that is growing and gaining strength.
We've been trampled on in the heat of the fight
The church has been mistreated and crushed in the midst of the battle.
This church has got eternal bright
This church has an unending, everlasting radiance.
It's almost time for church to fly
The church is approaching the point where it will soar and ascend.
God's building a church
God is creating a community of believers and followers.
Chorus: God's building a church
This line serves as the chorus and emphasizes that God is constructing a church that is powerful and influential.
It's gonna march like a mighty army man
The church will move forward with the strength and force of a powerful army.
It'll be water to the dry and barren land
The church will provide nourishment and sustenance to those who are without spiritual nourishment or hope.
It's gonna rise from a valley of dead dry bones
The church will come forth from a place that was spiritually dead and lifeless.
Sanctified, Glorified, Filled with the holy ghost's power and might
The church will be made holy, glorious, and empowered by the Holy Ghost.
Purified with fire divine
The church will be cleansed and purified by a divine fire.
On Calvary's tree it started there
The church began with the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on the cross at Calvary.
He handed it down to the hands of men
Jesus Christ entrusted the responsibility of building and maintaining the church to humanity.
Satan's about to run in fright
Satan will be afraid when he sees the power and strength of the church.
As the saints of God in glorious might
The followers of God will be powerful and glorious.
We raced across the enemy lines
The church will cross over into enemy territory with courage and determination.
With holy banners wavin' high
The church will carry banners of holiness and reflect purity.
(Ooooh...) God's building a church
This interjection is a confirmation that God is actively building a church.
(We're gonna be...) Santified, Glorified, Filled with the holy ghost's power and might, Purified with fire divine, God's building a church (He's building a church)
This final repetition reinforces the positive transformation that the church will undergo as God continues to build and refine the community.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: SANDRA KNIGHT
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@MrOhmygoditsben
Dude I saw this on public access tv when I was like 7, that bass dude really stuck in my memory and this is my first time seeing it since then! Im 25 now, I never thought I'd find it.
@kathyc00per2
Its not religion thats going to get you to heaven. It's Jesus he laid the price for us when he died and rose again the 3rd day. Only Jesus can save your soul.
@Annahg78
They never said otherwise. 🤷🏻♀️
@jeffparker3058
One of the best quartets to ever grace the stage ,strongest 4 part vocal in quartet history
@vanmoody
I always remember Gold City when they had Ivan Parker and I can't remember the Tenor's name. They were a hoot.
@Mark-sj3xb
The tenor was the great Brian Free, in my opinion the greatest SG tenor that has stood the test of time, singing a demanding high tenor part for over 40 years without major vocal problems. In fact his voice quality has actually improved over the years.
I love Jay as well. His style allowed GC to explore a slightly different style of music, a bit more brassy that Brian’s voice wouldn’t have pulled off as well. It was this lineup that was in place at the time I became interested in southern gospel, and it was the 2000 NQC recording of “Get up, Get Ready” that hooked me on these guys. I didn’t discover the Brian, Ivan, Mike combo until later. Love them all.
@douchedisserrecords398
@@Mark-sj3xb I dunno. Young Danny Funderburk was SICK!
@matthewb4c
Get it, boys!
@sijinabraham5404
Glory be to God
@neattylulu9817
That bass dude just shredded everything around him....mercy.