Current members of the Hillsong United band include Joel Houston, Jonathon Douglass (J.D.), Jadwin "Jad" Gillies, Matt Crocker, Taya Smith, Dylan Thomas (on rhythm guitar), Timon Klein (on lead guitar), Peter James & Benjamin Tennikoff (on keyboards), Adam Crosariol (on bass guitar), and Simon Kobler (on drums).
The annual Hillsong United CD/DVD is recorded during their October youth conference Encounterfest; the album is released in February the following year. The 2007 Hillsong United album "All of the Above" was released on the 17th of March. Unlike all of the previous United albums, this CD was studio recorded.
To date in 2008, Hillsong United have released the first part of the I Heart Revolution recordings; 'With Hearts as One', made live around the world during the band's recent tours. The CD features previously released United tracks recorded live in different locations, and the first installment of a live DVD.
In 2009, they released 'Across the Earth: Tear down the walls', followed by 'A F T E R M A T H' on February 15th 2011.
On February 14, 2012, 'LIVE IN MIAMI (Welcome to the Aftermath)' was released. It contained songs from both the album Aftermath, and several other of their greatest hits, such as "The Stand," "With Everything," and "Your Name High." It was also the first fully recorded Hillsong United tour.
In 2013, United continued to their long string of worship albums withcompletely new material entitled Zion. Mixing a new digital sound, and their signature lyrics, they topped charts globally, and Zion became Hillsong United's highest selling album. Some songs include Oceans (Where Feet May Fail), Scandal Of Grace, Relentless, Love Is War, and Nothing Like Your Love. In late 2013, after the massive success of their song Oceans (Where Feet May Fail), United released an entire EP entitled Oceans. Not too long afterwards, United released an acoustic version of the album Zion, and in March 2014, they released their first remix album entitled "The White Album Project".
Sovereign Hands
Hillsong United Lyrics
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Nailed to a humble cross
Scars you bear
Speak of your redeeming love
No wonder I call you the Savior
No wonder I'm singing
God of all the heavens
High above the universe
God of our redemption
God of my surrender
The glory is yours
Sovereign God
Laying down a holy life
Heaven's Son
Willing to be crucified
No wonder I call you the Savior
No wonder I'm singing
Open hands
Given for a sovereign cause
All I have
God will be forever yours
No wonder I call you the Savior
No wonder I'm singing
Holy, holy, holy Lord
Holy, holy, holy Lord
The lyrics to Hillsong United's "Sovereign Hands" speaks of the power and redeeming love of God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The song presents thoughts of reverence and gratitude toward the Savior who bore the scars of nails to a humble cross and gave his life willingly to be crucified. These scars bear witness to His love for humanity, and the recognition of all of these factors prompts the singer to call Jesus Christ the savior.
The song also celebrates the sovereignty of God, who reigns over all the heavens, above the universe, and throughout eternity. The lyrics express the singer's willingness to surrender to God, acknowledging that everything they have belongs to Him. The song's recurring refrain of "No wonder I call you the savior, no wonder I'm singing" further stresses the sense of gratitude and awe the singer feels for Jesus and his actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Sovereign hands
God's powerful and authoritative hands. Everything that happens is under His control.
Nailed to a humble cross
Jesus Christ was crucified and died on the cross.
Scars you bear
The scars on Jesus Christ's hands, feet, and side after He was crucified are symbols of His love and sacrifice for mankind.
Speak of your redeeming love
The scars on Jesus Christ's body are proof of His love for us, as they remind us that He died for our sins and that through Him we can be saved.
No wonder I call you the Savior
It's natural to refer to Jesus Christ as the Savior, since He sacrificed Himself for us and offers us eternal salvation.
No wonder I'm singing
It's natural to express joy and gratitude in song when we remember the amazing sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for us.
God of all the heavens
God is the Divine Being who reigns over all of the universe and beyond.
Now and 'til forever
God's reign will continue forever, without end.
High above the universe
God is above all of creation, and no one and nothing can surpass Him.
God of our redemption
God is the one who has redeemed us, through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
God of my surrender
God is the one who we surrender to, as we acknowledge that He is the Lord and Master of our lives.
The glory is yours
All praise and honor belong to God, for He is the one who has done everything for us.
Sovereign God
God is the omnipotent and omnipresent ruler of everything.
Laying down a holy life
Jesus Christ lived a perfect and sinless life, and was holy in every way.
Heaven's Son
Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and His reign extends over all of creation.
Willing to be crucified
Jesus Christ willingly underwent the torturous death on the cross, as part of His divine plan to save all mankind.
Open hands
A symbol of generosity and selflessness, as exemplified by Jesus Christ's willingness to sacrifice Himself for humanity.
Given for a sovereign cause
Jesus Christ's sacrifice was part of God's divine plan to redeem mankind and reconcile them with their Creator.
All I have
Everything that I have is a gift from God, and I am willing to offer it back to Him, because He is sovereign over my life.
God will be forever yours
God will always belong to those who give themselves over to Him, and will never abandon them.
Holy, holy, holy Lord
God is holy and pure, and perfect in every way. We acknowledge Him as Lord of our lives.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: MIA FIELDES
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Jerome G.
Sovereign hands
Nailed to a humble cross
Scars You bear
Speak of Your redeeming love
No wonder I call You the Saviour
No wonder I'm singing
God of all the heavens
Now and 'til forever
High above the universe
God of our redemption
God of my surrender
The glory is Yours
Sovereign God
Laying down a holy life
Heaven's Son
Willing to be crucified
Holy
Holy
Holy Lord
Open hands
Given to a sovereign cause
All I have
God will be forever yours
Jerzy Asimao
I just remember this song and I cried I felt God's presence. So I came here to listen and praise Him. Thank you Lord Jesus!
Misael Martínez
Awesome! His presence is everything.
Simone Maria
Que hino perfeito 😍😍😍😍❤ Toca o coração.😭😭
Mauricio Cristales
This is for sure one of the greatest heavenly songs of all time!! Just amazing :)
Sassá Braga
Ah...essa música 😍
Jerome G.
Sovereign hands
Nailed to a humble cross
Scars You bear
Speak of Your redeeming love
No wonder I call You the Saviour
No wonder I'm singing
God of all the heavens
Now and 'til forever
High above the universe
God of our redemption
God of my surrender
The glory is Yours
Sovereign God
Laying down a holy life
Heaven's Son
Willing to be crucified
Holy
Holy
Holy Lord
Open hands
Given to a sovereign cause
All I have
God will be forever yours
Mbita Siame
Peace to my mind and heart
William Twine
I don't think I've ever felt the the presence of the Most High like l do when l listen to this song. It makes me long to be with him.
Chelsea Garcia
Worshiping you almighty is the greatest honor
AngelsRage
All Glory to God!!!! Jesus I love you!