How Great
Koryn Hawthorne Lyrics
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All I've seen You do
For this, I will praise You
My eyes were opened
My chains were broken
And for this, I will praise You
How great Thou art
Oh Lord, my God
How great Thou art
How great Thou art
Oh Lord, my God
Grace I don′t deserve
Forgiveness I can't earn
For this, I will praise You
Love that covers all
Love that makes me whole
For this, I will praise You, yeah
How great Thou art
How great Thou art
Oh Lord, my God
How great Thou art
How great Thou art
Oh Lord, my God
Your love is patient
Always consistent with me
For this, I will praise You
You're never distant
Your heart will never leave
For this, I will praise You, yeah
How great Thou art
How great Thou art
Oh Lord, my God, yeah
How great Thou art
How great Thou art
Oh Lord, my God
How great Thou
How great Thou art
Oh Lord, my God
The lyrics to Koryn Hawthorne's song "How Great" are a powerful declaration of faith and gratitude. The first verse speaks of all the hardships and struggles the singer has been through, yet despite it all, she has witnessed the greatness of God's power and love. She acknowledges that it is only because of God that she can get through the tough times and for that, she is grateful and will "praise" him. The second verse continues to express the depth of the singer's gratitude, stating that she does not deserve God's grace and forgiveness, but nonetheless receives it. The refrain "How great Thou art" repeatedly emphasizes the awe-inspiring nature of God's power and love, with the singer clearly stating that she recognizes and acknowledges this greatness. The third verse solidifies this appreciation, with the singer praising God's consistency and presence in her life, even during difficult times.
The lyrics to "How Great" are a demonstration of the unshakeable faith and trust the singer has in God, despite the hardships she has faced. The song is a reminder that even in times of trouble, there is hope in the form of a higher power. The lyrics exude positivity, as they focus on God's love, patience, and the many ways in which he strengthens and supports us. Furthermore, the repetition of "How great Thou art" reaffirms the singer's belief that God's power is truly incomparable.
Line by Line Meaning
All I've been through
Despite everything I've experienced in life
All I've seen You do
Acknowledging the miracles and blessings that the singer has noticed God perform
For this, I will praise You
In appreciation of those blessings and the strength God has given the singer to face adversity
My eyes were opened
The realization of God's presence in the artist's life
My chains were broken
Experiencing freedom from the things that once held the artist back
And for this, I will praise You
Thanking and praising God for the personal growth achieved
How great Thou art
The awe and wonder expressed towards God's majesty and infinite power
Oh Lord, my God
Addressing God directly and acknowledging personal connection
Grace I don't deserve
Humility felt at God's undeserved kindness and mercy
Forgiveness I can't earn
The awareness of one's own limitations and the gratitude for God's unearned forgiveness
Love that covers all
The realization that God's love extends to everything and everyone
Love that makes me whole
The recognition of God's power to bring emotional and spiritual healing
Your love is patient
Gratefulness towards God's understanding and forbearance
Always consistent with me
Finding comfort in God's constancy despite the changing circumstances of life
You're never distant
The comfort of God's nearness and presence
Your heart will never leave
The reassurance of God's constancy and faithfulness
How great Thou
Acknowledging and celebrating God's greatness
How great Thou art
Expressing admiration of God's majesty
Oh Lord, my God
Addressing the singer's personal God in worship
Writer(s): Jacob Sooter, Matt Maher, Koryn Hawthorne
Contributed by Nora J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Linda Willey
Her voice is so different and gave me chills also. Love the words of this song! Truly worshipful!
Anguscole76
Her voice is so powerful indeed,god bless
Missi Brooke
Chills. Goosebumps. Power. I felt everything just by listening to this song, it's so anointed. 😢🕊️💙💙💙
Your Mom
What does anointed mean
My Journey
Truly annointed!!
Aka Yeller Crutison
Sweet voice in Jesus, name God bless you.
Phenelope Rhodes
😭😭😭😭 Tears, tears, tears. This song cuts deep. Hallelujah! Thank you Jesus. Thank you Jehovah God.
Ginger Overby
Wooooow! What a powerful song!
Holy Spirit Music
Lyric video: https://youtu.be/a2QYCKeVrcY
Tanish Massey
I absolutely have fallen in love with this song!! I've listened to it on repeat for hours!