During the next two decades Carman changed the face of Christian music and evolved contemporary evangelism into what it is today. Carman established "Carman World Outreach," a non-profit organization that helps touch the lives of literally millions of people worldwide. Billboard Magazine recognized Carman's influence in Christian music by first naming him "Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year" in 1990. He has received numerous gold and platinum albums and videos. Even with all this success, the heartbeat of this Champion for Christ continues to beat strong for the souls of people who need Jesus. As an outflow of this passion, Carman had more than 50,000 people attend his "Music for Peace" crusade in Johannesburg, South Africa. These numbers topped the charts as his largest concert crusade ever, until more than 70,000 people packed the legendary Texas Stadium, making it the largest Christian concert in history.
For over 26 years, Carman has entertained, encouraged and preached the Gospel to millions-crossing denominational, cultural and ethnic lines. During this time, he has never compromised the call to take the Gospel to every person.
Carman died on February 16, 2021 (28 days after his 65th birthday) in a Las Vegas hospital, after a series of complications resulting from surgery to repair a hiatal hernia. He was survived by his ex-wife, five stepchildren and ten step-grandchildren.
Awesome God
Carman Lyrics
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When He rolls up His sleevesHe ain't just putting on the ritzOur God is and awesome GodThere is thunder in His footsteps And lightning in His fistsOur God is an awesome GodThe Lord wasn't jokingWhen He kicked 'em out of EdenIt wasn't for no reason That he shed His bloodHis return is very closeAnd so you better be believing thatOur God is an awesome GodChorus:Our God is an awesome GodHe reigns from Heaven aboveWith wisdom power and loveOur God is an awesome GodAnd when the sky was starlessIn the void of the nightOur God is an awesome GodHe spoke into the darknessAnd created the lightOur God is an awesome GodJudgement and wrathHe poured out on SodomMercy and grace He gave us at the crossI hope that we have not Too quickly forgotten thatOur God is and awesome God
The lyrics to Carman's song "Awesome God" refer to the power and might of God, as demonstrated in the creation of the heavens and the earth. The opening lines describe the state of the earth before it was formed and the spirit of God hovering over the waters. The song goes on to assert that God is not to be taken lightly, using imagery like thunder in his footsteps and lightning in his fists. The chorus repeats the assertion that God is awesome, reigns from Heaven with wisdom, power, and love. The song also references God's mercy and grace through the shedding of His blood on the cross.
The interpretation of these lyrics is that God is powerful and worthy of awe and respect. The reference to Eden and Sodom illustrates the consequences of disobedience and God's judgment, but also His mercy and grace as demonstrated through the sacrifice of His son. Overall, the song is a call to believe in God's power and the importance of remembering His immense greatness.
Line by Line Meaning
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth
At the start of time, God was responsible for making the entire universe
because after that time the earth was without form and void and darkness was over the face of the deep
Before God created the earth, it was shapeless and dark
but a phenomenon was about to take place because the spirit of God was hovering over those waters
God's power was present in the beginning, ready for something amazing to happen
that's why after all this time I can stand here and say When He rolls up His sleeves
God's ability to create and do mighty things is still present today
He ain't just putting on the ritz
God isn't just showing off or trying to impress people
Our God is an awesome God
God is powerful and awe-inspiring
There is thunder in His footsteps And lightning in His fists
God's power is so great, it can be compared to thunder and lightning
The Lord wasn't joking When He kicked 'em out of Eden
When God punished Adam and Eve by kicking them out of the Garden of Eden, it was a serious consequence
It wasn't for no reason That he shed His blood
God had a good reason for sacrificing His son and shedding His blood on the cross
His return is very close And so you better be believing that Our God is an awesome God
Believers should be ready for Jesus Christ's return and remain steadfast in the knowledge that God is amazing
Chorus: Our God is an awesome God He reigns from Heaven above With wisdom power and love Our God is an awesome God
The chorus repeats the message that God is powerful and loving, reigning over everything from Heaven
And when the sky was starless In the void of the night
God was able to create light even when darkness seemed to prevail
He spoke into the darkness And created the light
God's word is powerful enough to create something from nothing
Judgement and wrath He poured out on Sodom
God showed righteous anger towards Sodom
Mercy and grace He gave us at the cross
God offers forgiveness and salvation through Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross
I hope that we have not Too quickly forgotten that Our God is an awesome God
Believers should never forget how great and powerful God is
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Richard Mullins
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