A native of Danville, Kentucky[1], Harris started playing the piano by age 9. His first formal vocal training came when he attended college at Western Kentucky University, from which he graduated in 1969. He later became a part of the popular Gospel touring group "The Spurlows." He gained fame with both his solo work, and his work as part of the Gaither Vocal Band, headed by Gospel musician and recording executive Bill Gaither.
His many live and televised appearances include Live with Regis and Kathie Lee, The 700 Club, several Billy Graham crusades, the Trinity Broadcasting Network, numerous Gaither Homecoming shows, and his own Christmas special. In his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, Harris has made many appearances on the WHAS Crusade for Children, a long-running local telethon benefitting children's charities.
Of his many chart-topping songs, perhaps his best-known are his duets with Sandi Patty called, "More than Wonderful" and "I've Just Seen Jesus." His song, "Mighty Spirit" was featured in a 1993 television campaign for the Points of Light Foundation, headed by President George H. W. Bush; he performed the song for Bush and his wife Barbara at the White House.
Harris has received an honorary doctorate of music from Campbellsville University in central Kentucky. He was inducted into the Western Kentucky University Hall of Distinguished Alumni in 1993.
Harris, his wife Cynthia, and children Lonnie and Teresa have lived in Louisville for more than three decades. Despite his schedule, Harris serves as a deacon in his home church, and previously served as its treasurer. Harris is well-known within the Gospel music industry for his reluctance to schedule performances that take him away from his family for any length of time.
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Blessing and Honor
Larnelle Harris Lyrics
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Lift up the name of Jesus
He has redeemed us from this world
He is the one who saves us
Christ has risen from the dead
And He has given us new life
And raised us up with Him
Blessing and honor to our God
Lift up the name of Jesus
He has redeemed us from this world
He is the one who saves us
Blessing and honor to our God
Lift up the name of Jesus
He has redeemed us from this world
He is the one who saves us
Oh, worthy is the Lamb to receive
Power, glory and riches
Praise, wisdom and might
Blessing and dominion, now until forever
Blessing and honor to our God
Lift up the name of Jesus
He has redeemed us from this world
He is the one who saves us
Christ has risen from the dead
And He has given us new life
And raised us up with Him
To worship at His glorious throne
Blessing and honor to our God
Lift up the name of Jesus
He has redeemed us from this world
He is the one who saves us
Blessing and honor to our God
Lift up the name of Jesus
He has redeemed us from this world
He is the one who saves us
Jesus the Savior
Blessing and honor to our God
The song "Blessing and Honor" by Larnelle Harris is a powerful worship song that exalts the name of Jesus Christ. The lyrics describe the majesty of God and the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for humanity. The opening lines convey a message of praise and adoration to God, calling for blessings and honor to be attributed to Him. The song then focuses on the redemption that Jesus has offered to the world, giving believers new life through His resurrection from the dead. The chorus repeats the phrases "Blessing and honor to our God" and "Lift up the name of Jesus" to emphasize the magnitude of God's power and the significance of Jesus' sacrifice.
The second verse continues to reflect on the importance of Christ's resurrection, explaining that believers have been raised up with Him to worship at His throne. The bridge of the song highlights the worthiness of Jesus to receive power, glory, and praise, acknowledging His divine status as the Lamb of God. The final verse repeats the chorus, reiterating the message that Jesus is the one who has redeemed humanity and that blessings and honor are due to God because of His sacrifice.
In summary, "Blessing and Honor" is a hymn of glorification to God and a celebration of the salvation that Jesus brings to believers. Its lyrics remind listeners of the power and majesty of God, while also emphasizing the personal relationship that is possible through Christ's redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
Blessing and honor to our God
Let us give praise and honor to God
Lift up the name of Jesus
Let us exalt and honor the name of Jesus
He has redeemed us from this world
Jesus has saved us from the ways of this world
He is the one who saves us
Jesus is our Savior who saves us from sin and death
Christ has risen from the dead
Jesus has conquered death and risen from the dead
And He has given us new life
Through His resurrection, Jesus has given us new life
And raised us up with Him
We are raised up with Jesus to be with Him forever
To worship at His glorious throne
We are called to worship Jesus at His throne in heaven
Oh, worthy is the Lamb to receive
Jesus, the Lamb of God, is deserving of
Power, glory and riches
Power, glory, and riches
Praise, wisdom and might
Praise, wisdom, and might
Blessing and dominion, now until forever
Blessing and dominion, now and forevermore
Jesus the Savior
Let us remember that Jesus is our Savior
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DAVID HAMILTON, DAVID ROSS HAMILTON, GREG NELSON
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