Be Exalted O God
Jeff Hamlin Lyrics
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O Lord, among the people
I will sing praises to Thee among the nations
For Thy steadfast love is great
It is great to the heavens
And Thy faithfulness, Thy faithfulness to the clouds
Be exalted, O God above the heavens
Be exalted, O God above the heavens
Let Thy glory be over all the earth
The lyrics of Jeff Hamlin's "Be Exalted O God" are a declaration of gratitude and worship. The singer begins by expressing their intention to give thanks and sing praises to God among both their own people and people of other nations. This demonstrates a sense of inclusivity and universality in their faith, suggesting that they believe in a God whose love and faithfulness extends to all corners of the world.
The next stanza is a powerful statement of God's greatness and majesty. The singer describes God's love as "steadfast" and "great to the heavens," while also praising God's faithfulness, which reaches "to the clouds." These metaphors emphasize the infinite and boundless nature of God's love and faithfulness, underscoring the sheer scale and enormity of God's power.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Be Exalted, O God above the heavens," emphasizing the idea of God's supreme authority and holiness. The second line of the chorus, "Let thy glory be over all the earth," reinforces this idea by suggesting that God's glory should permeate every corner of the world. Altogether, "Be Exalted O God" is a powerful song of worship that celebrates the greatness, love, and faithfulness of God.
Line by Line Meaning
I will give thanks to Thee
I express my gratitude towards You
O Lord, among the people
among all people I interact with
I will sing praises to Thee among the nations
I will glorify You amongst all nations
For Thy steadfast love is great
Due to the vastness of Your unwavering affection
It is great to the heavens
Its magnitude reaches to the skies
And Thy faithfulness, Thy faithfulness to the clouds
Your faithfulness covers even the clouds
Be exalted, O God above the heavens
May Your supremacy reign over the cosmos
Let Thy glory be over all the earth
May Your splendor be visible all around the globe
Be exalted, O God above the heavens
May Your supremacy reign over the cosmos
Let Thy glory be over all the earth
May Your splendor be visible all around the globe
Contributed by Mackenzie K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Clementina Epelle
This song is my breakfast every day. I hope brother Jeff is still alive and kicking.
PT007able
Thank you for sharing this powerful worship song. So powerful, so anointed. Nothing, nothing beats the sweetness of the presence of The Lord... NOTHING.
Jacqueline
Amen
Eversleigh Warner
This song is awesome. I am usually filled with awe whenever I read in the Psalms, or hear the words uttered in prayer, "Be Thou exalted O God". Truly God is exalted in heaven and on earth. His faithfulness is from everlasting to everlasting.
Dino Sagadal
not all men and women that God uses are in Pulpit, some take time uploading precious songs here in you tube that bring us back to our knees in worship. great time Worshipping our Lord thru these beautiful songs of my youthful days. God bless you Jmigueba
N S
So so beautiful , so much of Gods presence in this song 😇😇 God bless you for this beautiful praise and-worship
2sam16
I love to hear scripture put to music (Psalm 57)
G2G Amsterdam
Best kind of music 👍❤️
O
Thank God for youtube!!!.. I used to listen to this songs when I was very young..oh oh .oh...Bring back the worship songs of the 80's ..Those songs brings God's presence..
Ng SY
All these spiritual songs gives me lots of spiritual strength esp. In difficult times. Assurance of GOD'S presence ,vy soothing.amen