Current Lineup:
Eero Tertsunen - Vocals/Guitar
Voitto Rintala - Bass
Mikaela Akrenius - Keyboard
Markus Saarela - Drums
Pekka Taina - Live/Session Guitar
Previous Members:
Barry Halldan - Vocals (2004-2005)
Jani Stefanovic - Drums/Guitars (2003-2005)
Exodus
Renascent Lyrics
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The one made to set his people free
Chosen - not because of his deeds
But by God's sovereign will
Called by God from a burning bush
Anointed to do his will
To rescue the Israelites from their misery
And to bring them to their own land
Hear, O earth, the words of His mouth
Signs and wonders will follow him
For he will proclaim the name of the Lord
"I am the Lord, the great I Am,
And I will break the bondage of slavery
I will redeem you with an outstretched arm
With mighty acts of judgment
So now, go! I am sending you to Pharaoh
To bring my people out of Egypt
Go! I will help you speak
And teach you what to say"
Listen, O heavens, and he will speak
Hear, O earth, the words of His mouth
Signs and wonders will follow him
For he will proclaim the name of the Lord
In your unfailing love You will lead
The people You have redeemed
In your strength You will guide them
To your holy dwelling
You will bring them and plant them
On the mountain of your inheritance
- The place You made for your dwelling
The sanctuary your hands established
The Lord is a warrior
Sabaoth is His name
Your right hand, O Lord,
Is majestic in power
You throw down those
Who boldly oppose You
You blow with one breath
And the sea covers them
The nations will hear and tremble
Terror and dread will fall upon them
Who among their false gods
Is like You, Lord?
Who is like You
- Majestic in holiness
Awesome in glory
Working wonders?
The Lord will reign forever.
[Ex. 1-15, Deut. 32, Ps. 78 & 106, Is. 52:11-12, Micah 7:15]
The lyrics of Renascent's song Exodus describe the story of Moses leading the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. The song begins by describing Moses as the chosen one who was not selected because of his own deeds but by God's divine will. It then goes on to describe the message that God speaks to Moses through the burning bush, empowering him to lead the Israelites out of their misery and into their own land.
The song highlights key moments, such as when Moses confronts Pharaoh, and the plagues that follow, bearing witness to the miraculous signs and wonders that follow him. The song also describes the moment of redemption when God leads the Israelites to the mountain of his inheritance, the place where he made for his dwelling.
Throughout the lyrics, there is an emotional and spiritual call to listen and hear the message that is being relayed from the heavens above. The song invites us to wonder at the majesty and awesomeness of God, who is like no other, working wonders for his people. The lyrics are rich in biblical references and verses, creating a powerful narrative of redemption and salvation that can resonate with all who hear it.
Line by Line Meaning
Drifting in the wind of the Nile
Floating along the Nile river
The one made to set his people free
Moses, chosen to rescue the Israelites from enslavement
Chosen - not because of his deeds
Selected not based on his actions
But by God's sovereign will
Rather by God's decision
Called by God from a burning bush
Summoned to do God's work via a flaming plant
Anointed to do his will
Given the holy authority to fulfill God's plan
To rescue the Israelites from their misery
To deliver the suffering Hebrews from hardship
And to bring them to their own land
Also to take them to their promised homeland
Listen, O heavens, and he will speak
Divine command spoken to the heavens
Hear, O earth, the words of His mouth
God's message to be heard everywhere
Signs and wonders will follow him
Miracles and marvels shall accompany his quest
For he will proclaim the name of the Lord
To herald the Lord's name and will
"I am the Lord, the great I Am,
"I am powerful and steadfast, the almighty
And I will break the bondage of slavery
And I will abolish the chains of servitude
I will redeem you with an outstretched arm
I shall release you with my extended limb
With mighty acts of judgment
By using strong measures and decisions
So now, go! I am sending you to Pharaoh
Therefore, go! You are to be sent to Pharaoh
To bring my people out of Egypt
To bring my people out of sin and sorrow
Go! I will help you speak
Go! I shall assist you with communication
And teach you what to say"
And inform you on precise phrasing
In your unfailing love You will lead
Through your unwavering affection You guide
The people You have redeemed
The people You have saved from damnation
In your strength You will guide them
Through your power You shall direct them
To your holy dwelling
To your sanctified abode
You will bring them and plant them
You will transport them and position them
On the mountain of your inheritance
On the hill of your possession
- The place You made for your dwelling
- The location where you have chosen to reside
The sanctuary your hands established
The consecrated location your hands built
The Lord is a warrior
God is a fighter
Sabaoth is His name
Sabaoth is His title
Your right hand, O Lord,
O Lord, your dominant hand
Is majestic in power
Is grand and mighty
You throw down those
You crush those
Who boldly oppose You
Who confront You audaciously
You blow with one breath
You strike with one exhale
And the sea covers them
And the water submerges them
The nations will hear and tremble
All lands will hear and quake in fear
Terror and dread will fall upon them
They will feel intense fear and anxiety
Who among their false gods
Who among their fake idols
Is like You, Lord?
Can be compared to You, Lord?
Who is like You
Who resembles You
- Majestic in holiness
- Glorious in sanctity
Awesome in glory
Amazing in splendor
Working wonders?
Creating fantastic things?
The Lord will reign forever.
God will rule eternally.
Contributed by Layla G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.