Darlene Zschech is an Australian singer-songwriter and worship pastor of th… Read Full Bio ↴Darlene Zschech is an Australian singer-songwriter and worship pastor of the famous Hillsong Church, Sydney. Zschech's best known song is "Shout to the Lord", sung by an estimated 25–30 million christians every week. She also leads the Hillsong Conference music team each year at Olympic Park, Sydney.

You Are Near
Darlene Zschech Lyrics

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You are near

Now Your presence fills this place
Be exalted in our praise
As we worship I believe
You are near

In awe of You we worship
And stand amazed at Your great love
We're changed from glory to glory
We set our hearts on You our God

Now Your presence fills this place
Be exalted in our praise
As we worship I believe
You are near

Now Your presence fills this place
Be exalted in our praise
As we worship I believe
You are near

Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever

Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever

Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever

Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever

Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever

Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever

In awe of You we worship

Overall Meaning

Darlene Zschech's song "You Are Near" is a powerful declaration of the believer's adoration towards God. The opening lines, "In awe of You we worship, and stand amazed at Your great love," sets the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics express the believers' awe and worship of God, and their recognition of His immense love for them. The next line, "We're changed from glory to glory," refers to the process of sanctification that occurs as believers continually draw near to God.

As the worshipers gather together to worship, they acknowledge that God's presence is with them in that very moment. They declare, "Now Your presence fills this place, be exalted in our praise," as they lift up their voices in adoration. The repetition of the line, "As we worship, I believe You are near," emphasizes the importance of worship as a means of drawing close to God. The song culminates with a repetition of the phrases, "Blessing and honour, and glory and power, forever, forever," as an expression of praise and adoration to the infinitely great God.

Overall, "You Are Near" is a beautiful expression of worship, emphasizing the importance of drawing near to God through adoration and recognizing His unending love for His people.

Line by Line Meaning

In awe of You we worship
With profound reverence, we adore and pay homage to You.

And stand amazed at Your great love
And we are astounded by the immense love You have for us.

We're changed from glory to glory
We are transformed and continually grow from one level of glory to the next.

We set our hearts on You our God
We wholeheartedly devote ourselves to You, our God.

Now Your presence fills this place
At this moment, we experience and perceive Your divine presence surround and fill this space.

Be exalted in our praise
May our praises lift You up, exalt You and magnify Your greatness.

As we worship I believe
As we offer our worship, I have faith and confidence that You are present and listening.

You are near
I feel Your proximity, closeness and intimacy with me.

Blessing and honour
May You be blessed and highly esteemed.

And glory and power
May You receive all the renown and might.

Forever, forever
For all eternity and beyond, Your blessings and glory shall endure.

Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: REUBEN MORGAN

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@shasharuma6258

4y↑43

In awe of You we worship
And stand amazed at Your great love
We're changed from glory to glory
We set our hearts on You our God
Now Your presence fills this place
Be exalted in our praise
As we worship I believe
You are near
Now Your presence fills this place
Be exalted in our praise
As we worship I believe
You are near
In awe of You we worship
And stand amazed at Your great love
We're changed from glory to glory
We set our hearts on You our God
Now Your presence fills this place
Be exalted in our praise
As we worship I believe
You are near
Now Your presence fills this place
Be exalted in our praise
As we worship I believe
You are near
Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever
Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever
Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever
Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever
Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever
Blessing and honour
And glory and power
Forever, forever
In awe of You we worship

@JellieCarpio-ut4qp

28w

❤😂❤😊 world peace don't worryeye be happyeye Jesus Christ give me blessings of miracles healing to all my diseases and solve all my problems please please please please please please yes amen thank you

Jesus Christ my dreams and plans magkaroon din Ng marami moneyeye yeye happyeye humble and kind habang nabubuhay si chef jelliegant yeyeman is smart traveler always safe and protected wag patayin habang nabubuhay yes amen thank you

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@JellieCarpio-ut4qp

28w

😂😂😂😂😂❤ world peace don't worryeye be happyeye Jesus Christ give me blessings of healing to all my diseases and forgiveness to all my sins of Chef jelliegant yeyemanin is smart traveler always safe and protected outside the house wag patayin habang nabubuhay yes amen thank you

Jesus Christ my dreams and plans magkaroon din Ng magandang Buhay at Bahay open door architecture digest chef Jellieyeye wala bungangera labandera Melda Castro and erely joy carpio masungit habang nabubuhay at Wala tsismosa imperfect na kapitbahay yes amen thank you
Ninagiradosittijellieyeyenyasia

@JellieCarpio-ut4qp

28w

❤😂❤ world peace don't worryeye be happyeye peaceful magsalita habang nabubuhay Jesus Christ give more blessings healing and give me healthy body to chef jelliegant yeyemanin in negosyo please please please yes amen thank you

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All comments from YouTube:

@shasharuma6258

4y↑43

@ronaldpilime925

5y↑43

How this song is full of God’s influence. Praise God, we will do this and MORE for an eternity! Man what a gift thank u Jesus 😁

@thatomofolo452

23w↑1

In awe of King Jesus Christ Yeshua 👑🦁♥️😘💫

@lizapetersen8453

3y↑6

My husband had a co-worker give me this CD many years ago. I remember feeling the power of the Holy Spirit every time I played this song, especially when I played it in my car driving to and from work. That was decades ago. To this day IT STILL HAS THE SAME EXACT EFFECT. I LOVED LISTENING TO THIS SONG THEN AND TO THIS DAY, IT FEELS AS IF I AM HEARING THIS SONG FOR THE FIRST TIME. IT'S STILL ONE MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@mary-annekwidini7991

45w↑5

Nostalgic, takes me back to my youth 🙏. Worship defined me

@Kaz741

3y↑15

Darlene is so worshipping our lord . Beautiful song

@Fiero_Squad_Subscribe

4y↑8

@5:43 A little child praising the Lord is so amazing! Blessing and glory and power forever to you Jesus!

@rjsaludares

5y↑27

Bring back the memories and I'm only 7y.o. when I hear this song in our church.

Hillsong 1999-2000 "Shout to the Lord" , "By Your Side" and "For this Cause" album are never get old.

God bless you all, Glory to God. Amen.

@lorensiusmerang7168

Yes

@mozychats8072

3y↑6

Truly one of the greatest worship songs ever written...in my top 5 including 'You said'...😇

@AlabarADios272

39w↑2

Uma conferencia Hillsong no Brasil é muito bem vinda !!!

@nerissapader9129

2y↑8

Blessing & Honor & Glory & Power FOREVER😇

@encouragementclub1448

7y↑35

In awe of You, we worship
And stand amazed at your great love
We're changed from glory to glory
And set our hearts on You, our God
Now Your presence fills this place
Be exalted in our praise
As we worship I believe, You are near!

@gurugbeats615

1y↑2

Nostalgic. Thanks for making memories that last forever.

@RaepaMusic

22w↑1

This Song never gets Old

@murungicharles1769

3y↑10

What an awesome song written by the great Reuben Morgan and sang by magnificent Darlene,, God bless you all

@lizapetersen8453

3y↑6

I had no idea my husband was the actual composer! God I love YOU so much.

@giovannisalamon2706

4y↑6

This is an epic worship song.

@roxanneamoguis7755

1y↑5

Oh my favorite worship song! Blessing and honor and glory belong to Jesus!!!

@jojohass7808

6y↑17

My favorite song for worship by Hillsong love it so much i feel so near my Lord each time I sing it

@shellyjaipaul247

That is nice

@louisewhite364

Heart warming. On my heart this evening.

@MusicaHuapangosMix

45w↑3

Thank you Jesus for healing me, i'm 23 and finally met Christ after years of addiction, anxiety and pain. This video made me cry, tears of joy!

@alanlinnell6817

6y↑19

This might be my favorite song by them!

@powerwill8748

It's mine by far. I don't have to weigh them. Song is simple but deep

@harleydossous534

7y↑14

Glory to you Jesus.

@teamrickq7733

2y↑2

If there is a Bethel for prayer and quite time! This song is my Bethel for Worship!!!

@user-of5ug4ye8b

4y↑2

Hallelujah.Praise Lord Jesus.

@ChristianHillsongMusic-qs2cf

29w↑1

To anybody who's reading this, I pray that whatever is hurting you or whatever you are constantly stressing about gets better. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, and the doubt exit your mind right now. May clarity replace confusion. May peace and calmness fill your life. Amen

@malipuolikhoele4876

20w

As today in 10 December this song heal me through thick and thing thank you HILLSONG thank you (DARLEN)so much every time when i listen to this song heal my soul lv u Lord and Thank u 4 everything I've done 4 me till this day

@norfresangumay3349

4y↑2

Powerful worship songs💞❤️💯🔥🔥🔥😭😭😭😭

@rhonamendez6231

6y↑12

Glory to Jesus🙋🙋🙋🙋

@w.s1097

That hook of the final chorus is next level man. That's the best part of the song. Blessing and honor and glory and power forever. Whoo....Goosebumps.

@evelyncarino8141

3y↑11

There is 💕 joy in heaven over one sinner who repents

@linatasolo2532

2y↑1

Year 2022 and the power anointing in this this song still blesses me!

@pasousavorien6799

2y↑1

I Love that song and everyone who sing it.

@jennifernewell4906

1y↑1

Anytime,I’m ready for it and I’m ready to hear the ❤👌

@treytonmesser2913

5y↑6

I heard this song when I was like 5 and it brings back so many memories

@jeroujames7267

5y↑5

Praise king JESUS.... He is Near

@zarinboohariwalla521

1y↑1

I had heard this song somewhere yrs ago i still remember the words n found out now so glad hillsongs 🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽👍

@sharinegalloway2452

2y↑1

Hillsong led me into true worship. The original Hillsong that is. Would love to see them reunite again.

@kelvinbwalya4867

4y↑2

Still my favorite song ❤

@Jesus_is_Lord_316

2y↑2

I can all of Heaven’s host - all who love Jesus Christ - singing this anthem together:

“BLESSING AND HONOUR AND GLORY AND POWER, FOREEEVEEER AND EEEVEEEEEEER” x eternity

@zefakojo2113

6y↑6

i am so blessed

@Alyssa-nk5ww

3y↑1

God bless you all ! God is good✝️💕🙏❤

@its_cahrl3s974

5y↑31

Missing the old hillsong💙

@encouragementclub1448

7y↑38

Blessing and honor and glory and power forever and forever!
Blessing and honor and glory and power forever and forever!
Blessing and honor and glory and power forever and forever!
Blessing and honor and glory and power forever and forever!

@powerwill8748

Yea song went deep and hard. Seoul felt towards the end.

@gachokakaruru8244

From 5:00-5:30 was so heavenly

@JellieCarpio-ut4qp

28w

@sughdavid2600

3y↑1

Quite awesome. So inspiring. Glory to God.

@roaasoliman855

It's more than a song for me ⁦❤️⁩

@nerissapader9129

Blessing and Honor and Glory and Power FOREVER💗💗💗

@evelyncarino8141

2y↑2

A Song of Salvation,

@UNSCSPARTAN198

6y↑7

Praise the Most Powerful Lord!

@JellieCarpio-ut4qp

28w

@powerwill8748

4y↑7

Brings .me back to early 2000s. Was new and fire . blessing and honor and glory power foreverrrrrrrrrr

@countrymusicdailycountry3168

3y↑1

Have a nice day, God bless for you, amen

@eusebiadelmundo8638

2y↑2

My favorite worship song

@danedane6057

4y↑72

Bring back the hillsong that we used to hear..

@MrChriskho

3y↑4

True

@marciasupersad9523

3y↑3

100% agreed

@jennifernewell4906

3y↑3

I DO MISS THEM TOO I AM NEVER TIRED OF HEARING THEM

@chan-ke8sl

Harmonious ❤

@islandgirl4417

3y↑2

Amen 🙏

@kclombard7956

From glory to glory! Yes, Lord!!! AMEN!!!!

@ebycr4181

❤️

@rajulaishram8421

5y↑1

Beautiful song is really amazing

@sudoxe-xh2hm

4y↑49

When I heard this song 10 years ago and that time, I am worshipping idols and very active in my previous church, I felt the love of God and have the desire to be more better person. And now I found Him and found the right place where the children of God belonged.

@naominimigisha6606

💞

@yazzielegaspi4057

Amazing

@sheilahwilks552

Wonderful

@investiraugabon5706

❤

@superbalajadiaavelino7955

41w

thats what the not educated about catholic Faith

@adrianandchantellewoodward2493

I agree!!! bring back the Hillsong we used to hear!!!! genuine worship for Him our Saviour. the songs have a more genuine heartfelt meaning back then. I miss church as a child

@willfromyadkinville

30w

this song!!!!!!!!!!!!!! my Jesus!

@saintko8019

4y↑47

5:44 Awwww bless her ❤️ I truly love the classic Hillsong. I love their music until now but the Darlene era is something else

@awuorondeng3224

4y↑4

So true! Darlene sings and it’s like you are sitting right there with God having a moment!

@parispoet

2y↑1

Yes me too! I love Darlene's beautiful voice...❤❤❤

@nicky0001

2y↑1

The same little girl is in the "To You" and "Made me Glad" videos. She's with her family, but a few years older!

@phk284

agree completely, the Darlene Era indeed !!!

@JellieCarpio-ut4qp

28w

@eouzcuemarz3114

4y↑35

This is how Hillsong used to play their songs on stage, with proper lightings, maintains the Christian ambiance of place of worship. But now Hillsong are like performing songs in a form of entertainment.

@aikenodubitan5256

4y↑5

I think it's an era/generational thing. As long as their hearts are in a good place and the Lord is truly ànd honestly revered, all is well.

@jennifernewell4906

3y↑2

That’s true,more like a show business and for self gratification
May god help them to see the light in…

@challengercastro6991

Let there be Light Amen

@portalfdl2872

As we worship i believe you are near, 😢

@rogerkreil3314

This song was inspired by Revelation. A church used to sing this song back in 2001. I thought about this song as I was reading “Mystery Explained” by Dr. David Campbell.

@jamgroup2215

5y↑2

Amen. Glory2.

@agathamazhetese4242

Revelation 7v12. In awe of You we worship🎤🎼🎵🎶...

@powerwill8748

4y↑11

Back when hillsongs was great. Darlene was hillsongs. Better voice and much better writing of worship songs. Whoever is writing music now not so much. Maybe because I grew up with this style of music. I can get all the way through one new song made by hillsongs.

@manuelbernal7953

Darlene, la amaré el resto de mis días

@JellieCarpio-ut4qp

28w

❤😂❤ world peace don't worryeye be happyeye Ninagiradosittijellieyeyenyasia

@manuelbernal7953

28w

@@JellieCarpio-ut4qp awebo

@jwebby85

5y↑22

You can tell this is from 20 years ago because this is back when we dressed up for church rather than coming in looking like we just rolled out of bed and said "this will do".

@smpl1592

Oh yes very true, and also before we had smart(dumb) phones

@justin_gonzaga

4y↑3

Look at how these guys are dressed up. It's more different how the new Hillsong and the others (Hillsong United, Young and Free) are dressed up today.

@upward_onward

4y↑4

Raw hunger for the Lord, what a season it was Hillsong then 😒😏

@kingsleysimwanza1650

Nice song.

@lizapetersen8453

3y↑1

Like I said, God is EVERYWHERE! HE IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO POWERFUL.

@cruzmaldonado56

🙌🙌🙌😭😭😭♥️♥️♥️♥️

@evelyncarino8141

2y↑1

I believe in Jesus,Christ,

@spit7201

Jesus fore ever

@GospelAviva

4y↑1

😍

@DiscoLivroFe

3y↑1

Olá. Tenho vídeos sobre Darlene Zschech, Reuben Morgan, Brooke Fraser, Hillsong, United e muitos outros. Fica o convite.

@spit7201

4y↑1

No one but jesus can save you

@jessicajohnson1991

This song was from blessed hope chapel.

@georgegg1079

This is the hillsong i knew

@reksubbn3961

5y↑6

You can tell it is from 20 years ago because it is not all about me me me....

@reksubbn3961

@oldsoul - yes I most certainly do. I have also been to many Hillsong conferences and have lead Worship in a number of different denominations. I am 61 yo now so apparently have little place in modern church Worship. I have adult twin boys that play regularly in a Pentecostal church that actively write songs. Without question the emphasis is more more on me me me. Worship is increasingly an emphasis on the worship team and its leaders. I am well aware that it is easy to criticize and much harder to actually put it into practice. The simple fact is Worship is becoming far too complex and sophisticated.