To speak those things, is to literally speak life into situations that bring about death and decrease. βBy speaking life into your problems,β said Hammond, βYou allow God to hear you and God will show you the solutions. That is the attitude of this album.β
Hammondβs, βSPEAK THOSE THINGS: POL Chapter 3β addresses who God is and what He can do in our lives. It is no departure from the now βduplicatedβ βHammond signatureβ 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. βIn the midst of misery and hopelessness, we have to see where God is and trusting that His hand is in everything around us.β Pointedly conveying this message; and in only a way that Hammond can, is the compelling song βShow Yourself Strong.β
Directly inspired by what he saw happening around him, βAmerica rallied together and everywhere people began to pray. This song is calling out to God β¦ βOh, Lord weβre calling you, show yourself strongβ,β said Hammond. βPeople everywhere began to pray and there was a time and need for prayer β¦ I was just thinking, we need you now God, if weβve ever needed you before we need you now.β
Song after song the album serves as a reminder to turn to God no matter what the situation. βPraise Him Through The Night,β a direct message to praise God even in the middle of adversity. βMy focus is on praise & worship in the middle of the fight,β said Hammond. βEven in the toughest of times, God is always around somewhere, and I will continue to praise to Him.β 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 slamminβ praise & worship cuts. Like a 1-2 punch, βYou Are My Daily Bread,β and βLord of the Harvest,β contains that signature feel and sound that has positioned Hammond as one of Gospel musicβs 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 βSong of Strength,β featuring the F.Hammond Music family (Joann Rosario, The Singletons and Shea Norman); to the smooth sounding βI Will Say,β which verbalize the albumsβ entire theme.
Once again, teaming up with writer Kim Rutherford, Hammond hopes to capture the successful chemistry they shared on the enormously popular βPages of Life: Chapters I & II.β The albumβs title pays homage to their writing partnership, βPOL stands for Pages of Life,β explains Hammond, βand I felt the same synergy with Kim, on this album as I did then β¦ I also knew she would be very instrumental in helping to capture the essence of this project.β Hammond & Rutherford joined forces on such key cuts as βThat Ainβt Nothin,β and βShow Me Your Face.β The latter, βShow Me Your Face,β is an R&B flavaβd emotion-filled ballad that seeks a closer and unequivocal relationship with God.
The album includes a blazing collaboration with super-hot producer Warryn βBaby Dubbβ Campbell. βGreat,β featuring Mary Mary, declares Godβs greatness. βAs soon as I heard the track I wrote the song β¦ I immediately felt it β¦ I had to talk about all the great things God has done for us β¦ there is no problem too great because God is greater,β said Hammond. βPlus Warryn is a phenomenal talent and weβd been trying to get together for a while. This was the perfect opportunity for all of us to come togetherβ¦ their contribution definitely brings a new and exciting element to the project.β
Other jams on the album are βMy, My, My God Is Good,β where Hammond brings a funky track, wrapped around a little hip-hop flava. βIt is a straightforward praise of Godβs goodness,β said Hammond. And βThat Ainβt Nothingβ which completes the album, as it began β¦ 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. βYou Are My Life,β and βHe Is Not Just A Man,β 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 βmini-motorcycle club.β βPeople tend to believe that recreational outlets like these are only for the world,β said Hammond. βThis [motorcycles] gives us an opportunity to hit the streets and show the world that serving God can still be fun β¦ and allows us to minister to those people who wouldnβt normally go to church.β
Oh Give Thanks
Fred Hammond Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
(Chorus)
His mercy endureth forever
Oh give thanks unto the Lord
His mercy endureth forever, yeah
Throughout my life and beyond my days
His mercy endureth forever
I should have been judged but instead I found grace because
His mercy endureth forever, yeah
Lord You're awesome and I have no doubt, hey
His mercy endureth forever
Ad when I stand accused I can boldly shout
His mercy endureth forever
(Chorus B)
He has done marvelous things
Has done marvelous
He has done marvelous things
He has done marvelous things
Has done marvelous
He has done marvelous things
(Repeat Chorus)
If you feel that you have no hope, just know
His mercy endureth forever
And when life gets tough don't say you can't cope, just say
His mercy endureth forever, yeah
Believe that He will deliver you
His mercy endureth forever
Declare this word to your family too
His mercy endureth forever
(Repeat Chorus B)
(Repeat Chorus)
(Repeat Chorus B)
(Vamp)
He's worthy, He's worthy
He's worthy, And He reigns forever
He's worthy, He's worthy
He has done marvelous things
(Repeat)
The song "Oh Give Thanks" by Fred Hammond & Radical For Christ is an uplifting and thankful song of praise to God. The chorus repeats the phrase "Oh give thanks unto the Lord, His mercy endureth forever," which is a reference to Psalm 136:1-3. The song expresses gratitude for God's never-ending mercy throughout all stages of life, even beyond our days. The lyrics describe how despite the sins we have committed, we have received grace from God. The singer declares that when they are accused, they can boldly shout about God's mercy. They encourage listeners who feel hopeless or unable to cope to remember that God's mercy endures forever and to trust that He will deliver them.
In the bridge of the song, the lyrics shift to praising God for the marvelous things He has done. The singer repeats the phrase "He has done marvelous things," emphasizing the amazing works of God. The chorus and bridge are repeated multiple times throughout the song, encouraging listeners to remember God's mercy and the marvelous things He has done. The song ends with a vamp repeating that God is worthy of praise and has done marvelous things.
The song "Oh Give Thanks" is an excellent reminder to be thankful for God's mercy, even when we don't deserve it. It is a reminder to trust in God's plan and to praise Him for the good things He has done in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, yeah
Expressing agreement and enthusiasm
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Continuing with the agreement and enthusiasm
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Further continuing the agreement and enthusiasm
Yeah, yeah
Repeating the agreement and enthusiasm
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Repeating the agreement and enthusiasm
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Repeating the agreement and enthusiasm
(Chorus)
The main message of the song begins here
Oh give thanks unto the Lord
Thanking God for everything
His mercy endureth forever
God's mercy lasts forever
Oh give thanks unto the Lord
Repeating the message
His mercy endureth forever, yeah
Continuing the thought
Throughout my life and beyond my days
God's mercy continues even after death
His mercy endureth forever
Repeating the message
I should have been judged but instead I found grace because
Although I deserved punishment, God has shown me kindness
His mercy endureth forever, yeah
Continuing the thought
Lord You're awesome and I have no doubt, hey
Acknowledging God's greatness
His mercy endureth forever
Repeating the message
And when I stand accused I can boldly shout
Confidently proclaiming my innocence thanks to God's mercy
His mercy endureth forever
Repeating the message
(Chorus B)
Repeating the message with a variation
He has done marvelous things
God has performed great deeds
Has done marvelous
Repeating the message with a variation
He has done marvelous things
Repeating the message with a variation
He has done marvelous things
Repeating the message with a variation
Has done marvelous
Repeating the message with a variation
He has done marvelous things
Repeating the message with a variation
(Repeat Chorus)
Repeating the main message of the song
If you feel that you have no hope, just know
Encouraging those who are struggling
His mercy endureth forever
Repeating the message
And when life gets tough don't say you can't cope, just say
Advising people to stay positive
His mercy endureth forever, yeah
Repeating the message
Believe that He will deliver you
Encouraging faith in God
His mercy endureth forever
Repeating the message
Declare this word to your family too
Encouraging others to share the message
His mercy endureth forever
Repeating the message
(Repeat Chorus B)
Repeating the message with a variation
(Repeat Chorus)
Repeating the main message of the song
(Repeat Chorus B)
Repeating the message with a variation
(Vamp)
The song ends with a final message
He's worthy, He's worthy
God is deserving of praise
He's worthy, And He reigns forever
God is the eternal ruler
He's worthy, He's worthy
Repeating the message
He has done marvelous things
Repeating the message
(Repeat)
Repeating the message
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDRAE EDWARD CROUCH, SUELETHI MERRIETT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Go Jesus
when I was in court getting custody of my daughter the Lord put this song I'm my heart!!!
Carlton Lexford Jackson
Amen
J. Jermane
One of the greatest gospel albums of all-time!!!Β
aaron293
Top 5 for sure. Changed the game!!!
David.S. Mclean
Maxine Young ppppp
K Hines
J. Jermane, YES
Maxine Young
Thanking God for this post. I needed to be in Praise
L LIONESS
yes!
Constance Blaize-Shorter
Yes, His Mercy endures forever. O give thanks for all the things that he has done, continues to do and will do. Amen! Thanks for singing songs with such passion Fred Hammond. There is none like you Brother. None!
Deneshia Miller
Only when im happiness..praising God and reading his word gives me joy and peace. Only him can give me everything i need.