World-class composer, pianist and arranger, Richard Smallwood has clearly and solidly changed the face of Gospel music. He can impeccably blend classical movements with Traditional Gospel, and arrive at a mix that is invariably Smallwood's alone. A diverse and innovative artist, Richard Smallwood has achieved many honors; Dove Awards, Stellar Awards and a Grammy also attest to his talents.
The Glory Of The Lord
Richard Smallwood Lyrics
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He will lift us high.
And on angels' wings we'll rise to the pure and holy, when His spirit fills this place.
When His glory, (3x) fills this place.
When His glory, (3x) fills this place.
Let the glory of the Lord fill His holy temple,
And on angels' wings we'll rise to the pure and holy, when His spirit fills this place.
Let Thy glory, (3x) fill this place.
Let Thy glory, (3x) fill this place.
The lyrics of Richard Smallwood's song, "The Glory of the Lord" are centered around the powerful and transformative presence of God. The song speaks to the belief that when God's glory fills His holy temple, it has the power to lift people up on angels' wings to experience purity and holiness. The opening line, "When the glory of the Lord fills His holy temple," sets the stage for the rest of the lyrics, evoking the idea of the majesty and power of God's presence. As the song continues, the lyrics urge God to let His glory fill His temple and to lift people up on angels' wings so that they can experience the purity and holiness brought on by the spirit of God. The repetition in the chorus of "When His glory fills this place" and "Let thy glory fill this place," further emphasize the centrality of God's glory and presence in worship and praise.
The song's powerful imagery speaks to the deep-seated belief held by many people of faith that the presence of God can bring about profound positive change in the lives of believers. The idea that worship and praise can lift people out of difficult circumstances and bring them closer to God speaks to the transformative nature of faith and spirituality. It’s a reminder that experiencing the glory of the Lord can bring healing, joy, and hope to those who seek it.
Line by Line Meaning
When the glory of the Lord fills His holy temple,
When God's magnificent presence fills His holy dwelling place,
He will lift us high.
God will elevate us above our troubles and concerns.
And on angels' wings we'll rise to the pure and holy, when His spirit fills this place.
We will be carried away to a place of purity and holiness on the wings of angelic beings when God's spirit fills the space.
When His glory, (3x) fills this place.
When God's radiant and majestic nature, which is beyond comprehension or description, fills every inch of the physical space we occupy.
Let the glory of the Lord fill His holy temple,
May God's magnificence and splendor fill His place of worship.
Let Him lift us high.
May God elevate us above our struggles and concerns.
Let Thy glory, (3x) fill this place.
May the indescribable and overpowering nature of God engulf and permeate our surroundings.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: GLORIA GAITHER, RICHARD SMALLWOOD, WILLIAM GAITHER
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