This Is the Day
Bob Fitts Lyrics


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This is the day
That the Lord has made
I will rejoice and celebrate
This is the day
That the Lord has made
I will rejoice
I will rejoice and celebrate
He goes before me
He walks beside me
He lives within me
He's the lover of my soul
He's my defender
He's my provider
His overflowing mercies
Are brand new every day

I will rejoice
I will rejoice and celebrate
I will rejoice
I will rejoice

I will rejoice
Rejoice and celebrate

Overall Meaning

Bob Fitts's "This Is the Day" is a joyful Christian song that celebrates God's love and grace. The opening lyrics, "This is the day that the Lord has made, I will rejoice and celebrate," express the sentiment of the psalmist who wrote, "This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it" (Psalm 118:24). The repetition of this phrase emphasizes the importance of celebrating God's goodness and the present moment.


The second verse highlights the presence and providence of God in our lives. "He goes before me, He walks beside me, He lives within me" reminds us that God is always with us, leading, guiding, and sustaining us. The phrase "He's the lover of my soul" speaks to the intimacy of the relationship between God and the believer - the kind of love that frees us from fear and doubt. The third line, "He's my defender, He's my provider," affirms God's role as protector and provider in our lives.


The chorus is a simple affirmation of joy and celebration. The repetition of "I will rejoice and celebrate" reinforces the idea that choosing to celebrate God's goodness is a decision we make, regardless of our circumstances. The final line, "Rejoice and celebrate," echoes the psalmist's call to "be glad in it."


Overall, "This Is the Day" is a song that reminds us to be joyful and thankful, to remember God's presence and provision, and to celebrate each day as a gift from Him.


Line by Line Meaning

This is the day
Today is a day of significance


That the Lord has made
This day is a creation of God


I will rejoice and celebrate
I will express joy and happiness in this day


He goes before me
God leads the way for me


He walks beside me
God is with me as my companion


He lives within me
God resides inside of me


He's the lover of my soul
God loves my soul deeply


He's my defender
God protects me from harm


He's my provider
God meets my needs


His overflowing mercies
God's abundance of compassion


Are brand new every day
God's compassion is renewed daily


I will rejoice and celebrate
I will express joy and happiness in this day


I will rejoice
I will express joy and happiness


Rejoice and celebrate
Express joy and happiness




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@kimetolilian4703

This songs reminds me of 1998 when I started to work after graduating and I used to worship God in my house where I lived alone

@Mrzunigazonie

This is the greatest morning intro song ever.

@josephw7866

The River of Living Waters flows out of the believers inmost being!!

@jennyfilbelotendos8599

Love this song...we sang this in my church...TOP church in cebu Philippines

@maxmillalando4884

This song just rejuvenated my spirit after going through a disappointing situation. And God ministered his word through it.Amen He is a Faithful God.

@annnjeri1924

Jesus save us from the covid pandemic we pray

@mudiagaoneil1384

Thank God for you sir

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I'll rejoice and celebrate yes!

@bennybecker7253

Praise the Lord 🙌

@joytiston9769

Thank you for uploading this song. I'm glad I've found it

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