A Shield About Me
Kent Henry Lyrics
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Are a shield about me!
You're my glory
You're the lifter of my head
Thou, O Lord,
Are a shield about me!
You're my glory;
You're the lifter of my head
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
You're the lifter of my head
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
You're the lifter of my head
(Repeat all)
The lyrics of Kent Henry's song, "You're My Refuge," reveal a deep trust in God's protection and provision as a shield around the singer. The song begins by declaring the Lord as the shield that surrounds and protects the singer, offering a sense of safety and security in the face of danger. The use of "O Lord" emphasizes the intimacy and personal relationship the singer has with God, further underscoring the trust and confidence in His power to shield him from harm.
The lyrics then shift to focus on the Lord as the "lifter of my head," which may be a reference to the practice of bowing one's head in times of despair or shame. The Lord is portrayed as someone who lifts the singer's head, restoring his dignity and sense of pride. This imagery is meant to convey God's ability to comfort and encourage those who are struggling, allowing them to rise above their problems and find hope in His unwavering love.
Line by Line Meaning
Thou, O Lord
You, oh Lord
Are a shield about me!
Protect me from harm
You're my glory
You're my shining light
You're the lifter of my head
You lift me up when I'm feeling down
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
Praise be to God!
You're the lifter of my head
You lift me up when I'm feeling down
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
Praise be to God!
Thou, O Lord
You, oh Lord
Are a shield about me!
Protect me from harm
You're my glory;
You're my shining light
You're the lifter of my head
You lift me up when I'm feeling down
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
Praise be to God!
You're the lifter of my head
You lift me up when I'm feeling down
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
Praise be to God!
Contributed by Declan T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@botschaftjesus3466
Wundervoll die 3 Lieder in Kombination. Das letzte Lied haben wir öfters in der Bibelschule gesungen.
Meine Zuflucht meine Kraft bist du Gott mein Erlöser.
@evelynnparker7467
This song dropped in my spirit tonight after having a lonely day. I have known it for years. Bring back pure worship.
@viviencc1
We indeed need this type of praise and worship for the Generation of new Christians today..
@kgbarrett1521
I know this was 6 years ago....but yes indeed we do..
@jessiceeoriginal
I would agree. But first People's hearts need to be changed. What I mean is, to create such music there needs to be People with hearts chasing after God. Until then... thank God for these recordings of Praise and Worship.
@mavisarmstrong9672
Great uplifting worship songs straight from the Word of God! Inspired by the Spirit of God!
@adsj1017
I had scrolled past this song so many times before I listened to it right when I needed to see that the Lord had indeed lifted my head.....time and time again.
Thank you Jesus for Brother Kent❤️
@chuckthetech
Absolutely exquisite worship songs by Kent Henry....I don't know about anyone else but I can always tell when the anointing flows into my space, the tears start flowing & away we go - PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@theresahaley5523
I agree, about needing this kind of music in churches today. I was saved in 1981 in the Vineyard church. The music was wonderful and brought us into the presen ce of God at every service
I so hunger for this again.
@gerardotubesa2602
2023 now. This song are never old. Praise God. Amen.