Ortega was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico near the banks of the Rio Grande. He started learning piano at eight years of age. Through his father's work with the United States Department of State, he also spent time in Ecuador and Barbados. It is from his heritage and classical training at The University of New Mexico where Ortega derives his sound, embracing country, classical, Celtic, Latin American, world, modern folk, and rustic hymnody. Fernando Ortega currently leads worship at Christ the King Anglican Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
His album Storm reached No. 197 on the Billboard 200 in 2002, and Christmas Songs reached No. 36 on the Billboard Christmas Album Chart in 2009.
Praise To The Lord The Almighty
Fernando Ortega Lyrics
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Praise to the Lord, who o'er all things so wondrously reigneth, shelter is under his wings yes so gently sustaineth. Hast thou not seen How all the longings have been Granted in what He ordaineth?
Praise to the Lord, who hath fearfully, wondrously, made thee! Health hath vouchsafed and, when heedlessly falling, hath stayed thee. What need or grief Ever hath failed of relief? Wings of His mercy did shade thee.
Praise to the Lord, who doth prosper thy work and defend thee, Who from the heavens the streams of His mercy doth send thee. Ponder anew What the Almighty can do, Who with His love doth befriend thee.
The song "Praise to the Lord the Almighty" by Fernando Ortega is an uplifting and inspiring song that praises God for his infinite power and kindness. The song encourages the listener to join with all of creation in praising the Almighty for His goodness and mercy. The first verse calls on the soul to praise God for being the source of health and salvation. The listener is invited to approach God's presence in the temple with joy and adoration. The second verse reminds the listener of God's sovereignty over all things and how He provides shelter and sustenance. The listener is urged to consider how all their desires have been granted through God's ordainment.
The third verse celebrates God's creation and how He has fearfully and wondrously made each individual. God is praised for providing health and rescue from danger. The listener is reminded that there has never been a need or problem that couldn't be resolved through the mercy of God. The fourth verse acknowledges God as the one who sustains one's work and protects them. The listener is asked to contemplate anew the greatness of the Almighty and how His love is a friend to all who seek Him. The final verse is a call to all living beings to praise the Lord with all their breath and being. The song ends with a proclamation of gladness and adoration towards the Lord.
Line by Line Meaning
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation!
Let us give reverence to the Lord, the all-powerful ruler and creator of everything.
O my soul, praise Him, for He is thy health and salvation!
My soul should worship Him for He is the source of my well-being and salvation.
All ye who hear, Now to His temple draw near; Draw me in glad adoration!
Everyone who can hear should come closer to His temple, and I should be drawn to it with joyful worship.
Praise to the Lord, who o'er all things so wondrously reigneth, shelter is under his wings yes so gently sustaineth. Hast thou not seen How all the longings have been Granted in what He ordaineth?
The Lord wonderfully reigns over all things and provides shelter and gentle support. Haven't you seen how all your desires have been fulfilled through His plan?
Praise to the Lord, who hath fearfully, wondrously, made thee! Health hath vouchsafed and, when heedlessly falling, hath stayed thee. What need or grief Ever hath failed of relief? Wings of His mercy did shade thee.
Praise the Lord who has fearfully and wonderfully made us, granting us health and preventing us from falling carelessly. Has there ever been a need or grief that He hasn't provided relief for? The wings of His mercy have always protected us.
Praise to the Lord, who doth prosper thy work and defend thee, Who from the heavens the streams of His mercy doth send thee. Ponder anew What the Almighty can do, Who with His love doth befriend thee.
Give thanks to the Lord who prospers our work and protects us, sending mercy from the heavens. Remember and contemplate all the amazing things that the Almighty can do and how He has befriended us with His love.
Praise to the Lord! Oh, let all that is in me adore Him! All that hath life and breath, come now with praises before Him! Let the Amen Sound from His people again; Gladly for aye we adore Him.
Give praise to the Lord! Let everything within me worship Him, and let every living creature offer praise before Him! Let the people's cry of agreement sound again with an enthusiastic adoration that never ends.
Contributed by Keira K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Diana Pavlova
Praise to the Lord
The almighty, the king of creation
Oh my soul, praise him
For he is thy health and salvation
All you who hear
Now to his temple draw near
Join in in glad adoration
Praise to the Lord
Who o'er all things so wondrously reigneth
Shelters thee under his wings
Yes so gently sustaineth
Hast thou not seen
How all thy longings have been
Granted in what he ordaineth?
Praise to the Lord
Who doth prosper thy work and defend thee
Surely his goodness and mercy
He'll daily attend thee
Ponder anew, what the almighty can do
If with his love he'll befriend thee
Praise to the Lord
Oh let all that is in me adore him
All that hath life and breath
Come now with praises before him
Let the amen sound from his people again
Gladly for aye we adore him
Marci P
Lyrics:
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation!
O my soul, praise Him, for He is thy health and salvation
All ye who hear, now to His temple draw near
Join me in glad adoration!
Praise to the Lord, who o’er all things so wondrously reigneth
Shelters thee under His wings, yet so gently sustaineth
Have you not seen how all thy longings have been
Granted in what He ordaineth?
Praise to the Lord, who doth prosper thy work and defend thee
Surely His goodness and mercy here daily attend thee
Ponder anew what the Almighty can do
If with His love He befriend thee
Praise to the Lord! O let all that is in me adore Him!
All that hath life and breath, come now with praises before Him
Let the “Amen!” sound from his people again
Gladly for aye, we adore Him!
danullb
Another great verse, not in this particular recording. Or even most hymnals. But if I can remember it right:
Praise to the Lord who, when darkness and sin are abounding
Who, when iniquities triumph, all virtue confounding
Sheddeth HIS light
Chaseth the horrors of night
Saints with HIS mercies surrounding
(If I remember it right :)
Be blessed
Rev. Stephen A. Cakouros
This is one of my favorite hymns. It has brought me comfort many times. Pastor Joachim Neander, [1650-1680], of the German Reformed Church regrettably lived a short life, but it was a meaningful one. This hymn is one of 60 he composed. He loved to visit a valley in his native Germany where surrounded by nature he found inspiration. Thal is German for valley, so when the valley was named in his honor the discovery of what Darwinists think was an ancient “man” was called the Neanderthal man. Too bad because as this hymn shows Pastor Neander was a creationist and a firm believer in providence.
Laurie Freeman
Thank you for citing the history of this wonderful, joyful hymn... and now I will never ever forget the pastor/songwriter's name! 🏞💕
Ely Powell
I think of that Dawkins atheist hater of God and I tremble thinking of the punishment one will receive for leading a generation to perdition. God is so patient and merciful, these atheists don't realize anything good that has come to them is because of the Lord. To be separated from the source of life forever is the most terrifying condition. The whole world has gotten exponentially worse in the last 20 years! I'm only 46 and I couldn't imagine the last days would come in my life time.
Rev. Stephen A. Cakouros
@Ely Powell Blessings on you Ely.
Ngala Hansel
Thanks pastor for that interesting history lesson. Listening from West Africa and never knew that bit. God bless
Rev. Stephen A. Cakouros
@Ngala Hansel My best to you .
Kristin Strickland
His voice has such light, life, and joy flowing from it.
ewbecht
There is nothing like the old hymns, they posses such awesome beauty and power.
Marjorie Tornilla
I begin my daily worship with this song... This arrangement set to an awe inspiring slide show is so beautiful. Thank you for using your talent to bless others and glorify His name.
Patricia Morrell
Love this hymn It’s been a favourite of mine throughout the years. ❤