Clark Cole's self-titled solo debut, released in 2002, won two Stellar Awards and a Soul Train Lady of Soul Award (Best Female Gospel Artist). The album featured the hit single "I'm Coming Out". Her second album, The Rose of Gospel, was released in 2005. The live portions of both albums were produced by Asaph Ward, famous for his work with Kim Burrell who counts Dorinda as well as the Clark Sisters as a direct vocal influence.
Dorinda was featured on the title track of Kirk Franklin's Hero album.
In addition to being a recording artist and evangelist, Clark Cole is a prominent figure in the Church of God in Christ, serving as president of the First Ecclesiastical Southwest Jurisdictional No. 1 of the Church of God in Christ and vice-president of the COGIC's International Music Department. She is an administrator and instructor at the Clark Conservatory of Music in Detroit (founded by Mattie Moss Clark in 1979), and is an administrator at the Greater Emmanuel Institutional COGIC, pastored by her brother-in-law, J. Drew Sheard (Karen's husband).
We Believe
Dorinda Clark-Cole Lyrics
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Your voice of truth we've heard
It shall return to You void
We believe, have to believe
We receive every word You say
We believe Your word
God is not a man that He should lie
He's faithful and true, that's why
We believe, have to believe
We receive every word You say
We've come this far by faith
Leaning on You
Trusting in every word You say
Then You told me in Your word
That I could abide
And someway, somehow You would provide
We believe Your word
Your voice of truth we've heard
It shall return to You void
We believe, have to believe
We receive Your word, Lord
We trust You, trust You
We trust You, Lord
We believe, have to believe
We receive every word You say
The song “We Believe” by Dorinda Clark-Cole is an inspirational gospel track that delves into the power of faith and the significance of trusting in the word of the Lord. The opening lines of the song, “We believe Your word, Your voice of truth we've heard, it shall return to You void”, underscore the idea that the word of God is not just a collection of empty promises but rather an irreversible force of nature that is bound to come true. The following lines, “God is not a man that He should lie, He's faithful and true, that's why”, reiterate this idea while also pointing out that unlike mortal human beings, God is entirely truthful and reliable.
One of the most striking features of “We Believe” is its use of repetition. By repeating “We believe, have to believe, we receive every word You say” several times in the song, Dorinda Clark-Cole reminds listeners of the importance of developing an unshakable faith in God. The line, “We’ve come this far by faith, leaning on You, trusting in every word You say” is a nod to the fact that faith has helped people overcome numerous obstacles and difficulties in life. The final verse, “We trust You, Lord, We believe, have to believe, We receive every word You say”, is a powerful affirmation of an unwavering faith in God and His word, making it a fitting conclusion to a song that celebrates the transformative power of faith.
Line by Line Meaning
We believe Your word
We have faith in the teachings of the Bible
Your voice of truth we've heard
We have listened to and understand the message of the gospel
It shall return to You void
If we don't act upon the word of God, it will be ineffective
We believe, have to believe
Our faith is absolute and non-negotiable
We receive every word You say
We accept and take to heart all that God teaches us
God is not a man that He should lie
God always keeps His promises and never deceives us
He's faithful and true, that's why
We can rely on God's trustworthiness and consistency
We've come this far by faith
We have continued to live our beliefs despite challenges and obstacles
Leaning on You
We rely on God's support and guidance
Trusting in every word You say
We have complete faith in what God communicates to us
Then You told me in Your word
God's teachings provide direction and wisdom
That I could abide
I can stay faithful to God's teachings
And someway, somehow You would provide
God will always provide for our needs, even if it's not in the way we expect
We trust You, trust You
We have faith in God and trust that He will never let us down
We receive Your word, Lord
We listen to and accept God's teachings
We believe, have to believe
Our faith in God is essential
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Kell Watkins
Dorinda's voice is amazing!!! She gives me chill bumps every time she sings
Gr8ceful Gr8ceful
"We believe, have to believe, we receive....every word you say." One of my personal worship songs in the mornings. :)
IMJOHNNYDAFOX
What a class act... Dorinda is absolutely amazing. Took me on a journey with this one... Wow... smh...
Crystal Lee Robinson
I love the smoothness of this melody...as well as the message in this song...📿🤝😄🇺🇸
Pamela Cole
This song is right! She is anointed on cd and in person! I love her!
Tiffany Sanders
This song speaks to me... sang Dorinda!!! Them harmonies are sick .... 👍🏽
ThroughTheSpecsOfAmber
This is my favorite song on the album her voice just moves me on this song i luv my auntie doey!:-) <3
jtbabygirl21
Thank you Jesus....Also Dorinda looks beautiful on her CD cover.
Steph T
I LOVE THIS SONG!!
Gr8ceful Gr8ceful
Love this song!!