Several Christian artists, such as Michael W. Smith and Sonicflood, have recorded Baloche's songs. Many of his songs are among the most performed songs in services according to CCLI, a company that handles copyright licensing of Christian songs and other resource materials for use in churches. Among them are "Open the Eyes of My Heart" (ranked number 2) and "Above All" (ranked number 22), cowritten with Lenny Leblanc. "Above All" was nominated for Song of the Year in both the 2002 and 2003 Dove Awards, and in 2002, Michael W. Smith's recording of that song won Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year. Baloche was also nominated for Songwriter of the Year in 2002.
Baloche uses his position as a recording artist to provide resources for churches. His catalog of six albums is focused on providing worship music for the listener to worship along with, and for churches to use in their own services. His albums are released by Hosanna! Music, a division of Integrity Music. Through Integrity, Baloche has also written a book, God Songs, and released instructional DVDs that cover a variety of issues central to contemporary worship, such as music styles, music theory, creating flow in worship, and guitar techniques (including his distinct open chord voicings).
In addition to his material output, Baloche annually participates in several seminars for worship leaders and musicians throughout North America (many of which are facilitated by Integrity), and has started to participate in seminars in Asia as well.
His 2006 release, A Greater Song, is a live recording featuring new songs, some cowritten with leading worship artists like Matt Redman ("A Greater Song") and Integrity executive vice president Don Moen ("Thank You Lord").
Praise
Paul Baloche Lyrics
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And it sounds throughout the universe
It's our longing for You, Jesus
It's an anthem telling of Your worth
Praise, when the sun is rising
Praise, when the day is fading
Praise, when the stars are shining
God, our hearts are yearning for You
Like the watchmen waiting for the dawn
And our eyes are turned towards You
For the day when You return
Until that day we'll sing
God, our hearts are yearning for You
Like the watchmen waiting for the dawn
And our eyes are turned towards You
For the day when You return
Until that day we'll sing
Paul Baloche's song "Praise" is an ode to the yearning for Jesus Christ that is felt by his followers. The lyrics speak of a universal song being sung by all of creation, a song that praises Jesus and tells of his worth. The song is a call to praise God no matter what time of day, whether the sun is rising, the day is fading, or the stars are shining, and to wait on God's return.
The song then shifts to a focus on the yearning felt by those waiting for Jesus. It compares them to watchmen waiting for the dawn, waiting for the light of Jesus to break through the darkness. The lyrics emphasize that their eyes are turned towards Jesus, and they will continue to sing his praises until his return.
The song's message is one of hope and patience in the face of waiting for Jesus. It encourages praise and worship as a way to cope with the long wait for Jesus' return, and reminds listeners that they are not alone in their yearning as all of creation sings the same song of praise.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a song creation's singing
The universe is loudly proclaiming a song
And it sounds throughout the universe
The song can be heard everywhere in the universe
It's our longing for You, Jesus
The song is an expression of our desire for Jesus
It's an anthem telling of Your worth
The song is a statement of Jesus' inherent value
Praise, when the sun is rising
We offer praise to Jesus during the sunrise
Praise, when the day is fading
We offer praise to Jesus during the sunset
Praise, when the stars are shining
We offer praise to Jesus during the night
O God, we wait, we wait on You
We patiently wait for God
God, our hearts are yearning for You
Our hearts desire God
Like the watchmen waiting for the dawn
Similar to watchmen waiting for morning light
And our eyes are turned towards You
We focus on God
For the day when You return
We anticipate the eventual return of God
Until that day we'll sing
We will continue singing until God's return
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: VANESSA BROWN
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@lindalena1255
Thank You !!! So touching ...I Love you Jesus
@johannespronk71
23k views, 4 reactions? Must be a hidden pearl! Fat thumbs up, Paul! Glory to God!
@jmsnclr
The first time I heard this song I actually cried. I've heard alot of christian music and most of it moves me but there's sometihing about this song that just really hit home. It's awsome. Maybe it's my own yearning for the Lord's return.
@gregorylang9047
One of my personal favourites of Mr.Baloche.One of many incredible songs
@KevinDean001
Beautiful song...Paul, thank you for sharing with us all!
@TheNewVocal
Hi there from Singapore! Wishing you'd have a amazing evening =)