Be Still
Derri Daugherty Lyrics
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Come bow before Him now with reverence and fear
In Him no sin is found we stand on holy ground
Be still for the presence of the Lord the Holy One is here
Be still for the glory of the Lord is shining all around
He burns with holy fire with splendour He is crowned
How awesome is the sight our radiant King of light
Be still for the power of the Lord is moving in this place
He comes to cleanse and heal to minister His grace
No work too hard for Him in faith recieve from Him
Be still for the power of the Lord is moving in this place
The song "Be Still" by Derri Daugherty is a powerful reflection of the presence, glory, and power of the Lord. The song urges listeners to calm their hearts and minds, to be still in the presence of the Holy One. The lyrics reveal that the Lord's presence is holy, sinless, and worthy of reverence and fear. The first verse of the song also suggests that those who stand before Him stand on holy ground. In the second verse, the glory of the Lord is described as shining all around and burning with holy fire. Derri Daugherty sings of the awe-inspiring sight of our radiant King of light.
In the final verse, the song speaks of the power of the Lord moving in the place where the song is being heard. The Lord is described as coming to cleanse, heal, and minister His grace. The verse suggests that no work is too hard for the Lord, and that He is ready to receive the faith of those who seek Him. "Be Still" is a song that beautifully encapsulates the essence of worship, urging listeners to quiet their hearts and minds before the Majesty of God.
Line by Line Meaning
Be still the presence of the Lord the Holy One is here
Pause and calm yourself to feel the influence of God's Holy Presence amongst us
Come bow before Him now with reverence and fear
In humility, approach God with awe and respect
In Him no sin is found we stand on holy ground
God is perfect, and we are blessed to be in His divine presence
Be still for the glory of the Lord is shining all around
Stay still and witness the radiant manifestation of God's glory all around us
He burns with holy fire with splendour He is crowned
God's brilliance is on display and the grandeur in His sovereign authority shines through
How awesome is the sight our radiant King of light
Our King, the luminous light of the world, is a marvelous sight to behold
Be still for the power of the Lord is moving in this place
Listen to the message God's power is sending, it's stirring in this very location
He comes to cleanse and heal to minister His grace
God heals and purifies His followers and provides them grace to live by
No work too hard for Him in faith receive from Him
In faith, accept the blessings that God has prepared for those who believe and trust in Him
Be still for the power of the Lord is moving in this place
Stay calm and allow the movement of God's power in this place to reveal new depths of divine mercy
Contributed by Christian T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Evan Kimbell
lets pray more each day to our Lord and Savior Jesus! no matter what lets do it, and there is no more joy than this and to worship him each day more!! peace, love, and care!
lyn navarette
GODBLESS YOU!! this is my fav. christian song!
Tammy Monteleone
Love love love this song. Praise Jesus!!!
Old Nightrun
You have just fetched me back to The Lord that I have so missed for 10 years lost in the wilderness. I have returned. Thank The Lord.
Stephen Hollyoake
The clarity allows of voice and music one to join in and worship. Thank you Jesus for this rendition; thank you Derri for being used by God.
wog
I am going through the wilderness now.I know he will release me from here in time when he has taught me the lessons he wanted to teach me by making me walk through the fire.Literally i am lost in Qatar.I know its lord's way.And he will fulfill everything in his time. Your short testimony is strengthening my faith.Thank you Brother/Sir.Our Jesus is coming soon to wipe our tears away. May God Bless You:)
l0veinabubble
Finally a "modern" version. Love the old versions too.. but this version is much easier to sing along to and share with friends! (:
Paula Hailstone
be still we know you are hear ..bless us all
찐이 엄마
Amen!
Agnelo Lourenco
Jesus we praise amen