Give Thanks
Rev. Bruce Parham Lyrics
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For he is worthy, worthy
From the rising of the sun
Until the going down of the same
Give him glory, honor
Bless his name
For he is worthy, worthy
With all your heart, mind and soul
With all your heart, mind and soul
Give him thanks
OH give him thanks
Give him thanks
Oh magnify the lord with me
Let us exalt his name
Give him Thanks
Give him thanks
With all your heart
Mind and soul
Give him thanks
With all your heart, mind and soul
Give him thanks
Lord we thank you
Give you praise
Yes we thank you
Bless your name
The lyrics of Rev. Bruce Parham's song, "Give Thanks," express gratitude to God for his goodness and enduring mercy. The phrase "Hodu l'Adonai ki tov ki l'olam chasdo" is repeated throughout the song, translated as "Give thanks to the Eternal for God is good, for his mercy endures forever." The repetition of this phrase emphasizes the message of the song – that we should give thanks to God for his never-ending love, kindness, and mercy.
The lyrics also call upon different groups to give thanks to God, including Israel, the house of Aaron, and those who fear the Lord. By uniting these groups in giving thanks, the song encourages communal worship and celebration.
Overall, the lyrics of "Give Thanks" demonstrate a deep and abiding faith in God. They express the belief that God's love and mercy are constant and unchanging, providing a source of comfort and hope to believers.
Line by Line Meaning
Hodu l'Adonai ki tov ki l'olam chasdo
We give thanks to the Lord for He is good, for His steadfast love endures forever.
ki l'olam chasdo ki l'olam chasdo ki l'olam chasdo ki l'olam chasdo
Because His love endures forever and ever and ever and ever.
Yomar na Yisrael ki l'olam chasdo
Let Israel say, 'His steadfast love endures forever.'
Ki l'olam ki l'olam ki l'olam ki l'olam chasdo
Because His love endures forever and ever and ever and ever.
Yomru na yirei Adonai ki l'olam chasdo
Let those who fear the Lord say, 'His steadfast love endures forever.'
Ki l'olam ki l'olam ki l'olam ki l'olam chasdo
Because His love endures forever and ever and ever and ever.
Forever Forever
His love endures forever and ever.
Oh Give thanks to the Eternal for God is good
Let us express our gratitude to the Eternal because He is good.
For his mercy endures forever
Because His love and compassion for us never come to an end.
Let Israel now say
Come on, Israel, let's say it aloud!
Let the house of Aaron now say
And let the house of Aaron also proclaim it!
Forever
For all eternity, His love endures.
His mercy endures forever
Because His unfailing love lasts forever.
For his mercy endures forever forever
Because His eternal love for us never comes to an end, now and forevermore.
For his mercy endures forever
Because His love for us will never cease.
For his mercy endures forever forever
Because His love endures for all eternity, now and forevermore.
For his mercy endures forever forever
Because His unfailing love for us never comes to an end, now and always.
Forever Forever
For all eternity, His love endures.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: OMAR EDWARDS, RODNEY HARRIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@carmenjones7337
This song is on my repeat…I love the whole CD!
@mzlizzwilliams9812
This song will forever bless us. WE GIVE THE LORD PRAISE!
@kevseb66
This sounds "old school" which I much prefer over most of the music released today in the category of "gospel". I hear "thankfulness" in the lyrics & melody which puts me in a posture of worship. I hope more artist will return to making true worship & praise music.
@louisesirls9583
This song is wonderful
@kevseb66
Perfect worship song to begin morning devotions. Love it.
@toniovunhn1628
beautiful song I love the harmony
@WarrenPerry
My God this is such a Powerful Song! I could feel the weight of God's Glory with the contents of his piece. Bless you for posting this.
@alfredkemp7046
Such a beautiful song.
@nycee5753
if you have he is lord from this album, could you post it, thanks
@deborahwimberly2353
Absolutely Beautiful Give him thanks he's worthy