Live they have led thousands in worship at all of the major UK festivals including Newday, Soul Survivor and Spring Harvest, sharing stages with artists that range from Matt Redman to Delirious. They have also toured in the US, Canada and Europe
In the studio they have clocked up 10 widely acclaimed albums and are responsible for the worldwide hit ‘Holy Holy, Lift Up His Name’ and more recently the anthems ‘There Is A Day’ and ‘Amazing God’. They feature on numerous compilation albums, often in partnership with premier publishers, Kingsway Music.
Since their formation in 1994, Phatfish have held firmly to their original aim: to write, play and record songs that glorify our amazing God and communicate His love and His purpose for us.
Select any Phatfish track and you’ll quickly notice that the lyrics are rich with sound biblical truths that lift the soul and strengthen faith. Listen with a trained ear and you can’t mistake the impeccable vocal quality and faultless musicianship that only comes with genuine commitment and experience.
Their most recent release 'In Jesus' features the two newest additions to the band, guitarists Jos Wintermeyer and Ben Hall.
Here I Stand
Phatfish Lyrics
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Under the blood that was shed for me
Here I kneel, before the King upon His throne
Here I bow, to worship the Lord
Enjoying his favour on my life today
Knowing that we'll never be apart
I'm a child of God created for my Makers' pleasure
Granted dignity by what He says about me
Made in His image, precious in the eyes of my father
Purchased by the death of my Saviour
I have been given life to the full
Here I stand, covered by grace
Under the blood that was shed for me
Here I kneel, before the King upon His throne
Here I bow, to worship the Lord
Enjoying his favour on my life today
Knowing that we'll never be apart
In this precious place
I'm basking in the warmth of the sunshine
The whole experienced and the presence
Brings such joy to me and such liberty
Oh I'm standing firm
Holding fast to all you have spoken
Now promises none will be broken
I lift my faith in Jesus Christ
And all will believe all the lives that I heal
And no self-esteem whispers into my ear
That I'm worthless and poor, I'm lost and alone
At moments like that I must look to the throne
Here I stand, covered by grace
Under the blood that was shed for me
Here I kneel, before the King upon His throne
Here I bow, to worship the Lord
Enjoying his favour on my life today
Knowing that we'll never be apart
The song "Here I Stand" by Phatfish is a declaration of faith, an expression of gratitude, and a celebration of identity. The opening lines of the song, "Here I stand, covered by grace, under the blood that was shed for me," allude to the fundamental Christian belief that Jesus Christ died on the cross to redeem humanity from sin and reconcile them with God. The singer then proceeds to describe their relationship with God as one of worship, favour, and intimacy, affirming that they are chosen, dignified, and precious in the eyes of their Father.
The second verse of the song further expounds on the singer's identity as a child of God, created for God's pleasure and given life to the full through the death of Jesus Christ. The lyrics emphasize the transformative power of faith, implying that the singer has emerged from a place of self-doubt and despair ("no self-esteem whispers into my ear, that I'm worthless and poor, I'm lost and alone") to a place of strength and assurance by looking to the throne of God.
The chorus, which repeats throughout the song, serves as a refrain and a reminder of the singer's grounding in grace and their commitment to worship and follow God. The lyrics can be interpreted as a personal testimony of faith, an invitation to others to join in worship and praise, and an expression of hope and assurance that the singer will never be apart from God.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I stand, covered by grace
I am standing in this moment, fully aware of the grace that has been given to me by God.
Under the blood that was shed for me
I have been saved and redeemed by the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross.
Here I kneel, before the King upon His throne
In reverence and humility, I kneel before the King of Kings as I acknowledge His sovereignty.
Here I bow, to worship the Lord
I show my adoration and honor to God by bowing in worship.
Enjoying his favour on my life today
I am grateful for the blessings God has bestowed upon me today and delight in His favor.
Knowing that we'll never be apart
I have faith and confidence that God will never leave me or forsake me.
I'm a child of God created for my Makers' pleasure
As a child of God, my purpose is to bring pleasure to my Creator and to live in accordance with His will.
Chosen to enjoy Him forever
God has chosen me to enjoy a life filled with eternal joy and fellowship with Him.
Granted dignity by what He says about me
My worth and dignity come from God's affirmations and declarations about me.
Made in His image, precious in the eyes of my father
As a reflection of God's image, I hold a special value in His eyes as His beloved child.
Purchased by the death of my Saviour
I have been saved and redeemed through the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
I have been given life to the full
Through my faith in Jesus, I have received the gift of abundant life and the promise of eternal salvation.
In this precious place
In this sacred space of worship and communion with God, I feel comforted and blessed.
I'm basking in the warmth of the sunshine
I am filled with joy and contentment, akin to basking in the warmth of the sun's rays.
The whole experienced and the presence
The entirety of my experience of God's presence brings me profound joy and peace.
Brings such joy to me and such liberty
The joy and freedom I experience in God's presence is irreplaceable and unmatched.
Oh I'm standing firm
I am standing strong and secure in my faith and relationship with God.
Holding fast to all you have spoken
I am steadfast in clinging to the promises and truths God has spoken over my life.
Now promises none will be broken
God's promises are unbreakable and He remains faithful to His word.
I lift my faith in Jesus Christ
I put my trust and confidence in Jesus as my Lord and Savior.
And all will believe all the lives that I heal
My life and testimony will inspire others to believe in the healing power of God.
And no self-esteem whispers into my ear
Negative thoughts about myself and my worth do not have a hold on me.
That I'm worthless and poor, I'm lost and alone
I am not defined by feelings of worthlessness, poverty, or loneliness, as God has given me a new identity in Him.
At moments like that I must look to the throne
In moments of doubt or insecurity, I turn to God's throne and draw strength and assurance from Him.
Contributed by Joseph L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Stephanie Annette Monaghan
on This Is What My God Is Like
Kinder than a DOTING dad not DOUBTING dad !!