To speak those things, is to literally speak life into situations that bring about death and decrease. “By speaking life into your problems,” said Hammond, “You allow God to hear you and God will show you the solutions. That is the attitude of this album.”
Hammond’s, “SPEAK THOSE THINGS: POL Chapter 3” addresses who God is and what He can do in our lives. It is no departure from the now “duplicated” ‘Hammond signature’ of urban praise and worship, but the approach of the album is focused on the worshipper calling on the Lord, praising Him, knowing Him and desiring to be closer to Him. It is 15-tracks of high-impact praise & Gospel music that is aimed at changing lives and bringing about solutions.
In the aftermath of last September, Hammond recalls seeking God and seeing Him work in all situations. “In the midst of misery and hopelessness, we have to see where God is and trusting that His hand is in everything around us.” Pointedly conveying this message; and in only a way that Hammond can, is the compelling song “Show Yourself Strong.”
Directly inspired by what he saw happening around him, “America rallied together and everywhere people began to pray. This song is calling out to God … ‘Oh, Lord we’re calling you, show yourself strong’,” said Hammond. “People everywhere began to pray and there was a time and need for prayer … I was just thinking, we need you now God, if we’ve ever needed you before we need you now.”
Song after song the album serves as a reminder to turn to God no matter what the situation. “Praise Him Through The Night,” a direct message to praise God even in the middle of adversity. “My focus is on praise & worship in the middle of the fight,” said Hammond. “Even in the toughest of times, God is always around somewhere, and I will continue to praise to Him.” Lyrically, it is a beautiful ballad that brings about a sense of peace that supports the message that it is through praise and worship, that we rebuild our strength.
In distinctive Fred Hammond fashion, the album kicks off in high gear with 2 slammin’ praise & worship cuts. Like a 1-2 punch, “You Are My Daily Bread,” and “Lord of the Harvest,” contains that signature feel and sound that has positioned Hammond as one of Gospel music’s most successful hit makers. Dynamic, powerful and vibrant, the songs defy any listener to stay in their seats.
The feelings of encouragement and healing are palpable throughout this CD, from the collaborative “Song of Strength,” featuring the F.Hammond Music family (Joann Rosario, The Singletons and Shea Norman); to the smooth sounding “I Will Say,” which verbalize the albums’ entire theme.
Once again, teaming up with writer Kim Rutherford, Hammond hopes to capture the successful chemistry they shared on the enormously popular “Pages of Life: Chapters I & II.” The album’s title pays homage to their writing partnership, “POL stands for Pages of Life,” explains Hammond, “and I felt the same synergy with Kim, on this album as I did then … I also knew she would be very instrumental in helping to capture the essence of this project.” Hammond & Rutherford joined forces on such key cuts as “That Ain’t Nothin,” and “Show Me Your Face.” The latter, “Show Me Your Face,” is an R&B flava’d emotion-filled ballad that seeks a closer and unequivocal relationship with God.
The album includes a blazing collaboration with super-hot producer Warryn “Baby Dubb” Campbell. “Great,” featuring Mary Mary, declares God’s greatness. “As soon as I heard the track I wrote the song … I immediately felt it … I had to talk about all the great things God has done for us … there is no problem too great because God is greater,” said Hammond. “Plus Warryn is a phenomenal talent and we’d been trying to get together for a while. This was the perfect opportunity for all of us to come together… their contribution definitely brings a new and exciting element to the project.”
Other jams on the album are “My, My, My God Is Good,” where Hammond brings a funky track, wrapped around a little hip-hop flava. “It is a straightforward praise of God’s goodness,” said Hammond. And “That Ain’t Nothing” which completes the album, as it began … on a high, upbeat and joyous note.
Complementing the upbeat praise selections is a number of worship ballads that address the boundlessness and wonder of who God is. “You Are My Life,” and “He Is Not Just A Man,” both proclaim the wonder of His vastness and that He is truly everything.
Already a Platinum selling artist, Hammond has toured around the world and blessed thousands, his reach continues to grow as he progressively moves into a number of different arenas. Not only is he CEO of his own record label, F. Hammond Music, he has broadened his community outreach. Having been blessed with a number of motorcycles, Hammond and his crew literally use them as vehicles of street ministry. Hitting the roads in an effort to reach out to different people, they have formed their own evangelizing ‘mini-motorcycle club.’ “People tend to believe that recreational outlets like these are only for the world,” said Hammond. “This [motorcycles] gives us an opportunity to hit the streets and show the world that serving God can still be fun … and allows us to minister to those people who wouldn’t normally go to church.”
No Weapon
Fred Hammond Lyrics
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No weapon formed against me shall prosper, it won't work
Say no weapon formed against me shall prosper, it won't work
Say no weapon formed against me shall prosper, it won't work
God will do what He said He would do
He will stand by His word
And He will come through
He will stand by His word
And He will come through
No weapon formed against me shall prosper, it won't work
No weapon formed against me shall prosper, it won't work
God will do what He said He would do
He's not a man that He should lie (Stand by his word)
He will come through
Say God will do what He said He would do
He will stand by His word
He will come through
Oh I won't be afraid of the arrows by day
From the hand of the enemy
I can stand my ground with the Lord on my side
For the snares they have set will not succeed
No weapon formed against me (shall prosper, it won't work) it won't work
No weapon formed against me (shall prosper) shall prosper, it won't work
For I know that he'll do (say he'll do it) what he said he's gonna do (say he'll do it)
He will stand by his word (stand by his word)
He will come through, yeah
God, will do what he said he's gonna do
Stand by his word (stand by his word)
(No) No, (no) no way
No weapon formed against me (shall) shall prosper (prosper no way, no way), it won't work
Telling, no (no weapon) formed against me (shall) shall prosper, it won't work (it won't work)
Don't be afraid
Of the arrows or the snares
Set by your enemies
If you believe it say, ooh, Ooh
There just ain't one,
(There just ain't one)
There just ain't one
(There just ain't one weapon, no)
Although they've said us men will trap you, I want you to know it won't work, oh no no no
(There just ain't one)
And it won't work
(There just ain't one weapon, no)
The song "No Weapon" by Fred Hammond is a powerful anthem of faith and trust in God's protection. The main message of the song is that no matter what weapon or challenge is thrown at the singer, it will not succeed because God will always come through and stand by his word. The lyrics emphasize the singer's unwavering faith in God's promise to protect him from harm and the confidence that he will be able to stand his ground against his enemies, no matter what snares and arrows they may set.
Throughout the song, the lyrics repeat the phrase "No weapon formed against me shall prosper, it won't work" to emphasize that God's protection is absolute and unshakeable. The singer also acknowledges that God is not a man who will lie or break his promises, so he knows that God will always come through for him.
The final section of the song is a call to all believers to have the same faith and confidence in God's protection. The singer urges listeners not to be afraid of the arrows or snares set by their enemies and to join him in declaring that "no weapon formed against me shall prosper." This powerful song of faith is an encouragement to all who face challenges and adversity to trust in God's protection and stand firm in their faith.
Line by Line Meaning
No weapon formed against me shall prosper, it won't work
Assurance that no attack or obstacle directed towards you will succeed
God will do what He said He would do
Belief in the faithfulness of God to fulfill promises
He will stand by His word
God's reliability to deliver on what He has promised
And He will come through
Assurance that God's deliverance will manifest
Oh I won't be afraid of the arrows by day
Fearlessness in the face of daily challenges and struggles
From the hand of the enemy
Significance of recognizing opposition and knowing where it comes from
I can stand my ground with the Lord on my side
Trust in the presence of God to stand firm in times of adversity
For the snares they have set will not succeed
Belief in God's protective power against schemes of the enemy
He's not a man that He should lie (Stand by his word)
Assurance in God's truthfulness and uprightness in keeping promises
Say God will do what He said He would do
Encouragement to declare affirmations of faith
(No) No, (no) no way
Bold declaration of the powerlessness of negative forces
Don't be afraid
Encouragement to overcome fear and anxiety
If you believe it say, ooh, Ooh
Challenge to express bold faith through declaration
There just ain't one, (There just ain't one) There just ain't one
Emphasis on the impossibility of the enemy's plans succeeding
Although they've said us men will trap you, I want you to know it won't work, oh no no no
Testimony of triumph over the adversary's attempts and encouragement to believe in overcoming power of God
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, ST SWITHINS SONGS, Capitol CMG Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Alvin Moore, Fred Hammond
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