Complete The Work
Florida A&M University Gospel Choir Lyrics


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Complete Your Work In Me (sopranos)
-Altos
-Tenors
Lord do a new thing inside of me
Wont you do a new work in me?

I must work the works of him to see him another day
Florida A&M University Gospel Choir

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Complete The Work" by the Florida A&M University Gospel Choir speak to a profound desire for inner transformation and spiritual growth. The repetition of the line "Complete Your Work In Me" emphasizes a yearning for God to continue His work in the individual singers. The different vocal parts - sopranos, altos, and tenors - coming together in harmony represent a collective plea for divine intervention and renewal. This unity in voice mirrors the choir's unity in purpose, as they all seek to be vessels for God's transformative power.


The plea for God to "do a new thing inside of me" reflects a recognition of the need for personal growth and change. It acknowledges that spiritual evolution is an ongoing process that requires divine intervention. By asking for a "new work in me," the singers acknowledge their imperfections and limitations, seeking to be made whole and complete through the work of God. This humility and openness to change signify a deep spiritual surrender and a willingness to be molded and shaped by the divine.


The mention of "work the works of him to see him another day" alludes to the idea that engaging in God's work on earth is essential for spiritual revelation and closeness to the divine. This line suggests that active participation in God's mission is not only a duty but also a means of drawing closer to Him. By committing to carry out God's work on earth, the singers express their dedication and loyalty to their faith, understanding that it is through service and action that they can deepen their relationship with God.


Overall, the lyrics of "Complete The Work" convey a deep sense of spiritual longing and dedication to personal and collective transformation. The choir's plea for God to continue His work in them, to do a new thing inside them, and to guide them in working for His kingdom reflects a profound faith and a commitment to growth. Through their harmonious voices and heartfelt expressions, the singers convey a message of humility, surrender, and the relentless pursuit of spiritual evolution.


Line by Line Meaning

Complete Your Work In Me (sopranos)
Fulfill your purpose within me, sopranos


-Altos
Including altos as well


-Tenors
And tenors too


Lord do a new thing inside of me
Lord, bring about a transformation within me


Wont you do a new work in me?
Will you bring about a new change within me?


I must work the works of him to see him another day
I must carry out the tasks assigned to me in order to witness another day given by Him


Florida A&M University Gospel Choir
This is a song performed by the Florida A&M University Gospel Choir




Writer(s): Elbernita Clark Terrell

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@DronMac

Chorus
Complete the work in me (3x)
Lord! Complete the work in me

Verse
Lord do a new thing inside of me
Won't you do a new work in me
(repeat)
Oh, Lord Have your way
This I pray
I must work the works of Him that sent me while it is day

Repeat Chorus

Repeat Verse

Bridge (leader first, then choir)
Prepare me, Anoint me
Create in me a clean heart
Uphold me

Round
Complete the work (3x)
Lord! Complete the work
**Lord comes on every third one


2nd Bridge
Lord, Lord, Lord!!
Do a new thing, inside me
(repeat)

2nd Round
Gotta work, gotta gotta work the work
He said the greater work shall ye do in my name
Gotta work, gotta gotta gotta work
Running can't tarry won't worry, I can't


Complete the work!



All comments from YouTube:

@baron1207

LISTEN!!!! When Dorinda turned around and kept dancing & queued the choir in! She and the director were gone!!! LOL even the choir was looking like "AYEEEEEEEE"

@tulanijones7865

My favorite part. The music stopped and she kept dancing like this ain't ova. lol

@baron1207

Tulani Jones exactly!!! Mine too

@jaisonlives

Sheโ€™s like that in rehearsal too. Always improving.

@callie1981101

Someone should record the Clark sisters reacting to their performances

@brittneybutler2491

Exactly!

@dynamict4722

That part

@mstalkbox1019

Exactly

@brittlia_

Callie Jefferson I would love to see that!

@belindachannels1904

Euzhd s๐Ÿ†saidse

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