For nearly a decade he served as Minister of Music at Bishop Larry D. Trotter’s Sweet Holy Spirit Church, setting the musical tone both within the church walls and on the ministry’s top-selling recording projects. The youngest Minister of Music in that church’s history, he successfully merged the contemporary themes he composed with the traditional choir vibe that marked the church’s worship services.
Throughout the years, VaShawn’s artistic vision has grown, shaping him into a mature worship leader and a recognized Gospel songwriter. His songs have been recorded by some of Gospel’s most celebrated artists, including Smokie Norful (“Just Can’t Stop”), Vanessa Bell Armstrong (“Help”), and Bishop Paul Morton (“Cry Your Last Tear”).
It is now his role as a music minister that brings him the greatest fulfillment. “I am most passionate about my church ministry,” he shares. “As ministers of music we birth new worshippers and new praisers on a weekly basis. A lot of that is not necessarily singing, but ministering the music that is being sung. “
His fervor for worship and praise can be felt throughout Triumphant; from the enthusiastic high praise opener and the powerful title track, to the deeply personal choir ballad “Nobody Greater” and the prophetic hymn “Be Fruitful.” More than a collection of hits, the project stands as a fully developed theme.
“Most of the time when I record, I conceptualize the project as a total piece,” VaShawn reveals. “With this album God gave me the concept and I started thinking about why we are triumphant people.”
Every song on the project is a reflection of that revelation, including the show-stopping, instant classic “His Blood Still Works,” which features the distinctive sound of former Witness lead vocalist Lisa Page Brooks. “Over the last season, as people have been struggling financially, it seems we’ve been losing our faith. Our faith was misplaced in resources and not in the Source,” says VaShawn. “I wanted to remind people that the blood never stopped working. It enables us to live above what we see.”
With a passion for worship, the heart of an encourager and the story of an overcomer, VaShawn Mitchell is truly an artist for this age.
Awesome God
VaShawn Mitchell Lyrics
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But You gave it to me anyway
And if I took all day,
It wouldn't be long enough for me
To express my gratitude
You never remind me of my mistakes,
But You show me my destiny
You're an awesome, awesome God
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
I've never thought I was worthy of Your grace
But You gave it to me anyway
And if I took all day,
It wouldn't be long enough for me
To express my gratitude
You never remind me of my mistakes,
But You show me my destiny
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
You hold the world in Your hand,
Such an awesome God You are
The winds and the waves obey Your command,
What a mighty God You are
You hold the world in Your hand,
Such an awesome God You are
The winds and the waves obey Your command,
What a mighty God You are
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
There is no one like You, God
You're awesome, so awesome
Who am I that you're mindful of me?
What an awesome God You are
There is no one like You, God
You're awesome, so awesome
Who am I that you're mindful of me?
What an awesome God You are
You're awesome so awesome
You're awesome so awesome
What an awesome God You are
What an awesome God You are
You're an awesome, awesome God
The lyrics to VaShawn Mitchell's "Awesome God" express the humbling realization of one's unworthiness of God's grace, yet His infinite mercy and love towards them. The singer expresses gratitude for this grace that is freely given, with the acknowledgment that even a day would not be enough time to fully express their thankfulness. The lyrics also touch on how God does not remind them of their mistakes but shows them their destiny.
The chorus serves as a repeated proclamation of God's awesomeness, highlighting how God holds the world in His hands and commands the winds and waves. This serves as a reminder that God is all-powerful and deserving of all glory, honor and praise.
The lyrics of "Awesome God" demonstrate the struggles of questioning one's worthiness and the importance of appreciating God's grace and recognizing His omnipotent power. Overall, the song is an uplifting reminder to give thanks and honor to God for His many blessings.
Line by Line Meaning
I've never thought I was worthy of Your grace
I believed I was not deserving of Your kind and merciful nature
But You gave it to me anyway
Yet, You bestowed Your love and mercy upon me regardless
And if I took all day,
Even if I spent an entire day
It wouldn't be long enough for me
It would not be sufficient time for me
To express my gratitude
To fully convey my thankfulness
You never remind me of my mistakes,
You never bring up my past errors
But You show me my destiny
Rather, You reveal to me the path You have set for me to follow
You hold the world in Your hand,
You possess complete control over the entire world
Such an awesome God You are
You are truly a remarkable and impressive God
The winds and the waves obey Your command,
Nature itself is obedient to Your every word
What a mighty God You are
You are an immensely powerful and formidable God
There is no one like You, God
None can compare to Your divine nature, God
You're awesome, so awesome
You are extremely admirable and impressive
Who am I that you're mindful of me?
Why do You choose to remember a mere mortal like me?
What an awesome God You are
Truly, You are an incredible and awe-inspiring God
You're awesome so awesome
Once again, You are incredibly admirable and impressive
What an awesome God You are
You are truly an awesome and remarkable God
What an awesome God You are
Indeed, You are an incredibly awe-inspiring God
You're an awesome, awesome God
You are an immensely impressive and admirable God
What an awesome God You are
Truly, You are an amazing and remarkable God
You're an awesome, awesome God
Once again, You are an immensely impressive and admirable God
What an awesome God You are
Undoubtedly, You are an awe-inspiring and remarkable God
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: AL JR. JACKSON, AL L. GREEN, RANCE LEE ALLEN, SELFIE BOBO, WILLIE MITCHELL
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