Imela
tim godfrey Lyrics
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Hallelujah
Thank you Jesus
Yeah
Who am I Lord
That you′re so mightful, yeah
Oyrka mbu let
Fighting all the battles
Whipping all my years
Ereasing all my pains
Answer when I call
Catch me when I call (Jesus)
You nor dey use my mater play
You've been faithful and am so grateful Jesus
Imela (Imela)
And all I want to say Jesus
Imela (Imela)
Jehovah Imela
Fighting all my battles
We say thank you Lord
Victory already won
We say thank you Lord
You've turn my moaning into dancing
We say thank you Lord
You turned my sorrow into Joy
We say thank you Lord
The lyrics of Tim Godfrey's song "Imela" expresses gratitude to God for His faithfulness and mercy towards the singer. The song starts with the singer praising God by saying "Hallelujah" and "Thank you Jesus." The first verse of the song asks the question "Who am I, Lord, that you're so mighty for?" It is a clear expression of awe and wonder at the incredible favor that God has shown the singer. The second verse of the song highlights the ways in which God has helped the singer, "fighting all the battles, whipping all my fears, erasing all my pains." The bridge of the song declares that God always answers the singer's calls and never plays with his situation. The chorus of the song is where the singer expresses his utmost gratitude to God, saying "Imela (Thank You)," and "Jehovah Imela."
The song describes the characteristics of a God that is mighty, faithful, merciful, and can turn any situation around for the better. The song expresses the idea that God is a present and active deity that answers the prayers of his people when they call upon him. The songwriters use the metaphor of God fighting battles, whipping fears, and erasing pain to highlight the idea that God takes on the challenges of life so that his children do not have to.
Line by Line Meaning
Woah
Expression of awe and wonder at the goodness of God.
Hallelujah
Praise to God for His faithfulness and goodness.
Thank you Jesus
Gratitude to Jesus for His constant protection and provision.
Yeah
Expression of assurance and confidence in God.
Who am I Lord
Acknowledgment of personal unworthiness and recognition of God's grace.
That you′re so mightful, yeah
Wonderment at God's power and ability to do great things.
Oyrka mbu let
I am not forgotten by God, He hears my prayers.
Ije chere m'echiche I′ma
God has wiped my tears and brought me joy.
Fighting all the battles
God is always fighting on our behalf, even when we don't realize it.
Whipping all my years
God is able to heal the wounds of the past and bring restoration.
Erasing all my pains
God has the power to remove all the pain and hurt we carry.
Answer when I call
God is always available to listen and respond to our prayers.
Catch me when I call (Jesus)
God is always there to hold and comfort us in times of trouble.
You nor dey use my mater play
God does not take pleasure in our struggles or difficulties, but desires to help us through them.
You've been faithful and am so grateful Jesus
Gratitude to Jesus for His unwavering faithfulness and provision.
Imela (Imela)
Thank you (Thank you)
And all I want to say Jesus
Desire to express love and gratitude to Jesus.
Jehovah Imela
Acknowledgment of God's greatness and gratitude for His goodness.
Victory already won
Assurance that God has already won the battle for us.
You've turn my moaning into dancing
God has the power to turn our mourning into joy and celebration.
You turned my sorrow into Joy
Gratitude to God for His ability to bring joy in the midst of sorrow.
Writer(s): Emmanuel Samuel Giveson, Timothy Godfrey
Contributed by Matthew T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@channel_5651
My husband was abused physically and had cancer as a child, when i met him he stuttered so bad he could barely state his name. Today he speaks clearly, is cancer free, and a great father to both our children. The victory belongs to Jesus!!
@blessingdanduri5158
Glory to God 🎉🎉🎉🎉
@uniqdavid185
God be praised
@gimbiyagalladima5433
1:10 God is truly miraculous and does wonders
@moritimolapo4576
Wow!!
@debbyluv9866
I love the "Todd's fill" in the song, very different from the usual❤ God bless you Tim Godfrey....but Todd and chords shaa😢
@JephPrince1
Wow. Just liked everything here. Imela
@tinosimpungwe6871
Imela…I will just say thank you for healing, deliverance 🙇🏽♀️
@muzakivero
Thenak you 🙏🙏🙏 Amen
@engiseun
Chai! This is so powerful... I love what i am hearing...God bless You Tim and Todd