Peace Be Still
Rev. James Cleveland Lyrics
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The billows are tossing high
The sky is o'er shadowed with blackness
No shelter or help is nigh
Carest Thou not that we perish?
How canst Thou lie asleep
When each moment so madly is threatening
The winds and the waves shall obey my will, peace be still
Whether the wrath of the storm-tossed sea
Or demons or men or whatever it be
No water can swallow the ship where lies
The Master of ocean and earth and skies
They shall sweetly obey my will
Peace be still, peace be still
They all shall sweetly obey my will, peace, peace be still
Master, with anguish of spirit
I bow in my grief today
The depths of my sad heart are troubled
Oh, waken and save, I pray
Torrents of sin and of anguish
Sweep o'er my sinking soul
And I perish, I perish, dear Master
Oh, hasten and take control
The winds and the waves shall obey my will, peace be still
Whether the wrath of the storm-tossed sea
Or demons or men or whatever it be
No water can swallow the ship where lies
The Master of ocean and earth and skies
They shall sweetly obey my will
Peace be still, peace be still
They all shall sweetly obey my will, peace, peace be still
Master, the terror is over
The elements sweetly rest
Earth's sun in the calm lake is mirrored
And heaven's within my breast
Linger, o blessed Redeemer
Leave me alone no more
And with joy I shall make the blest harbor
And rest on the blissful shore
The winds and the waves shall obey my will, peace be still
Whether the wrath of the storm-tossed sea
Or demons or men or whatever it be
No water can swallow the ship where lies
The Master of ocean and earth and skies
They shall sweetly obey my will
Peace be still, peace be still
They all shall sweetly obey my will, peace, peace be still
The hymn "Peace Be Still" by Rev. James Cleveland is a powerful expression of faith in God's ability to calm the storms of life. The first stanza describes a scene of chaos and danger, as a tempest rages and the singer is in peril on a ship in the midst of the storm. The singer cries out to God, questioning why He appears to be asleep while they are at risk of perishing.
The second stanza turns inward, as the singer expresses their own personal anguish and despair, feeling overwhelmed by sin and sorrow. Once again, the singer appeals to God for help, asking Him to take control of their life and bring peace to their troubled soul.
Finally, in the last stanza, the storm has passed and the singer is filled with a sense of peace and joy. They invite Jesus to stay with them, promising to follow Him and find rest in His presence.
Overall, the hymn is a powerful reminder of the peace that comes from having faith in God's power to calm the storms of life, whether they are external or internal.
Line by Line Meaning
Master, the tempest is raging
The storm is raging, and I am seeking your help to calm it down.
The billows are tossing high
The waves are rising high, and I feel helpless in such a situation.
The sky is o'er shadowed with blackness
The sky is dark, and I cannot see any hope amid this darkness.
No shelter or help is nigh
There seems to be no help nearby at the moment.
Carest Thou not that we perish?
Are you even aware that we might die in this situation?
How canst Thou lie asleep
Why are you not waking up to help us?
When each moment so madly is threatening
The danger is increasing with each passing second.
A grave in the angry deep?
Is the sea going to be our grave because of this fierce storm?
The winds and the waves shall obey my will, peace be still
I have faith that with your power, the wind and waves will obey and calm down.
Whether the wrath of the storm-tossed sea
No matter how angry the sea is, your power can calm it down.
Or demons or men or whatever it be
Any danger or threat, whether from demons or humans, can be overcome by you.
No water can swallow the ship where lies
No matter how severe the storm is, your power can save us and keep the ship afloat.
The Master of ocean and earth and skies
You are the master of everything, and nothing is beyond your control.
They shall sweetly obey my will
The natural elements must obey you and work according to your plan.
Master, with anguish of spirit
I come to you in distress and sadness.
I bow in my grief today
I am surrendering to you with all my pain and agony.
The depths of my sad heart are troubled
My heart is disturbed, and I seek your help to calm it.
Oh, waken and save, I pray
Please wake up and save me from my troubles.
Torrents of sin and of anguish
I am drowning in grief and pain, and I need your help to overcome it.
Sweep o'er my sinking soul
My soul is sinking, and I feel helpless in this situation.
And I perish, I perish, dear Master
I will die if I do not receive your help and guidance.
Oh, hasten and take control
Please take control of my life and guide me through the difficult times.
Master, the terror is over
Thanks to your help, the danger has passed.
The elements sweetly rest
The wind and waves have calmed down after obeying your power.
Earth's sun in the calm lake is mirrored
The calmness has returned, and the reflection of the sun can be seen in the lake.
And heaven's within my breast
I feel at peace after you have helped me through this storm.
Linger, o blessed Redeemer
Please stay with me, as I need your guidance and protection.
Leave me alone no more
Please do not leave me alone in the face of danger.
And with joy I shall make the blest harbor
With your help, I will reach my destination with joy in my heart.
And rest on the blissful shore
I will find peace and rest once I reach my destination.
Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMES CLEVELAND
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@TheGospelWorld9
I was born in a Muslim family ...but the love that I have in my heart for Jesus Christ is huge ..I can proudly say that I am a Christian now and GOD has shown that he loves me too.
@autumnthomas845
Praise God!!
@A.L.M7793
These songs remind me when I had to go to church and the way my late mother had raised us. She was a church going woman and I appreciate everything she has done for me. My Lord Christ and Savior has freed me from the hands of cancer and I must give him the praise and this song reminds me of this.
@Alreese-eb5qi
We grew up in the church where we herd the best gospel music. What happen to that beautiful music.
@debrashorts2301
My mom dedicated this song to her mother, Susie Walker and now I dedicate this song to my mother Ella Jones. They have transitioned to be with the LORD. I miss them so very much! God is myĀ strength and comforter! Jesus is my Lord and Savior! May God bless you all, Amen
@pamelachavious9235
This. Is. What. The. World. Needs. Peace. Be. Still. Amen
@TheCarterem
Thank you my Heavenly Father. On October 30, 2012, the Doctor told me, "your Prostate Cancer is no longer there."
@allahdivine2530
Emil Carter...SO HAPPY FOR YOU BELOVED...SO HAPPY. PRESENTLY IAM LOOKING FOR...PRAYING FOR AND INDEED DO EXPECT THIS VERY SAME MIRACLE FOR MY 13YEAR OLD SUN. BLEEDING FROM BOTH PRIVATE AREAS NOSE AND MOUTH. KILLING ME AND NOT SOFTLY. SPEAKING WITH THE MASTER I PROMISED THAT IAM WILL NEVER EVER AGAIN IN LIFE ASK FOR ANYTHING ELSE WHAT SO EVER UNTIL MY LAST BREATH.NO MATTER WHAT THE SEASON I SHALL KEEP MY WORD MY BOND. IAM ALLAH DIVINE ALONE. SO HAPPY FOR YOU BELOVED. PEACE.
@aliceyoung4513
This song is what is needed in the š today, I've love this song since I was a child, I'm 72yrs old I it still touches my soul Amen Thank You Rev Cleveland For Your Musicā¤ā¤ā¤
@crochet49
I never tire of the Glorious way his Hymns bring the Spirit to lifešš¾. God not only gave him a voice, but gave him the passion to truly use it.