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.”
We Worship You
Fred Hammond Lyrics
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Your loving kindness, our hearts Proclaim
For it was by Your grace
That we made it through
O Lord, we worship You
O Lord, we worship You
Lord, You're holy, we adore TheeeServe You only
We worship You
In the midst of the rain
You ease the pain
We love Your name
We worship You
O Lord, we worship You
O Lord, we worship
O for grace to trust You more and more
We worship You
We worship You
The lyrics to Fred Hammond's song “We Worship You” reveal a heart filled with adoration and gratitude towards God. The song begins with a declaration of praise to God, acknowledging His name and loving kindness, which has been proclaimed in the hearts of those who worship Him. The lyrics then move on to recognize that it is only by the grace of God that they have made it through difficult situations. The song acknowledges that life can be challenging, but in the midst of it all, God is to be worshipped. He is holy and deserves all the adoration and devotion from those who serve Him.
The phrase "O for grace to trust You more and more" is a recognition that worship is not just about the good times but also about trusting God in the difficult times. Worship requires faith and trust in God, and the acknowledgment that we need more of His grace to grow even deeper in our relationship with Him. In essence, this song is a message of hope, acknowledging that even in the midst of challenges, we can find comfort in worshipping God.
Line by Line Meaning
O Lord, we praise Your name
We express our admiration to You, Lord, and extol the glory of Your name.
Your loving kindness, our hearts Proclaim
We declare with gladness the goodness and favor You have shown us through Your love.
For it was by Your grace
We acknowledge that everything we have achieved and overcome was because of Your favor and unmerited love.
That we made it through
We give You all the credit for bringing us through the storms and challenges of life.
O Lord, we worship You
We bow before You in worship and adoration, recognizing Your sovereignty and majesty.
Lord, You’re holy, we adore Theee
We honor and exalt You, Lord, recognizing Your pure and righteous nature.
Serve You only
We commit to serving only You, Lord, and following Your ways.
In the midst of the rain
Even in the midst of difficult times and trials, we find comfort and hope in You, Lord.
You ease the pain
Your presence and power in our lives brings relief and healing to our hurts and struggles.
We love Your name
We cherish and revere Your name, Lord, as a symbol of who You are and what You have done for us.
O for grace to trust You more and more
We ask for Your help and empowerment to increase our faith and trust in You, Lord.
We worship You
We give ourselves fully to worshiping You, Lord, with all our heart, soul, and mind.
We worship You
We affirm again our commitment to worship You, Lord, in all circumstances and in every aspect of our lives.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JOSEPH W. II PACE, PAUL III WRIGHT
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@julandaleach3415
I remember going to a gospel concert at either Carowinds or bush gardens and Fred Hammond and his group was the last ones to sing, and he was singing these worship songs. People was worshipping and praising GOD together and the power of GOD was so strong at this concert. As we were leaving, I remember there was a line of cars backed up far trying to get out of there, traffic wasn't moving, I remember the power of GOD still moving, still being on me in the van and the anointing still being on other people too so much so that I seen accouple of young people in a car in front of the church van that I was in, they got out there car and was in the Spirit, shouting with their feet as we was waiting to leave the place. They were not paying any attention to anybody; I could look at them and tell that they did not care what nobody thought. Worshipping the Father is supposed to be the normal when you really think about it. Not worshipping shouldn't be normal to me. Now some people think you bout lost your mind when you speak on worshipping the LORD anywhere. There should be a witness in your Spirit when you worship HIM in truth even hearing others worshipping in truth. Some people knock it first before they try it but try it first even when things are hard, and you will see that the Father will comfort you right where you are. In the good times and bad.
@fothgt
Glooooorrrrrryyyy!!!!
@Dcampbell334
This song carries such a strong anointing
@briansplace1978
Today is my birthday and wanted to enter into the day and into my new year worshipping God, and I’ve had this song on repeat
@manana5412
2023 just discovered this. and worshipping on this over and over !! 🎉❤
@viktraniedi4368
Oldie but Goddie ❤❤❤❤❤
@SS-um4cu
July 6 2024 still one of my favorite songs
@danyulwilliams9823
I love the song by Fred Hammond and Radical for Christ!!! ❤❤😊😊 They did this song so well, and it’s one of my favorite gospel songs by them!!! ❤😊
Marvin McQuitty is one of my favorite drummers!! ❤😊❤😊
@josephellis3349
TO GOD BE THE GLORY AWESOME VOCALS AND AWESOME MUSICIANS THIS IS NOW JUNE 2024 YOU ARE BLESSED AND PROSPEROUS PS.102:13
@fothgt
My wife bought me the VHS tape Purpose by Design back in the '90s. I still have it.