Angel Magoti - Way Maker (Swahili Medley) Lyrics
Lyrics
Bwana ni mwokozi wangu
Tena ni kiongozi wangu
ananipeda leo kuliko Jana
Baraka zake hazikwishi
Si kama binadamu habadiliki
Ananipenda leo kuliko jana
You are here moving in our midst
I worship you
I worship you
Uko hapa umetuzingira
Nakuabudu
Nakuabudu
Mtengeneza njia
Mfanya miujiza
Mtunza ahadi
Mwanga kwenye giza
Ndivyo ulivyo
Mtengeneza njia
Mfanya miujiza
Mtunza ahadi
Mwanga kwenye giza
Ndivyo ulivyo
You are here touching every heart
I worship you
I worship you
Uko hapa
Waponya wenye shida
Nakuabudu
Nakuabudu
Jesus you love me to much oooh
Jesus you love me to much oooh hoo
Jesus you love me to much oooh
Your love is kind
Your love is true
Nakusifu, Nakuabudu
Natukuza Jina lako
Mtengeneza njia
Mfanya miujiza
Mtunza ahadi
Mwanga kwenye giza
Ndivyo ulivyo
Ndivyo ulivyo
Mtengeneza njia
Mfanya miujiza
Mtunza ahadi
Mwanga kwenye giza
Ndivyo ulivyo
Ndivyo ulivyo
(Mtengeneza njia)
Mtengeneza njia
Mfanya miujiza
Mtunza ahadi
Mwanga kwenye giza
Ndivyo ulivyo
(My God, My God, My Lord yeah)
Mtengeneza njia
Mfanya miujiza
Mtunza ahadi
Mwanga kwenye giza
(Mys sustainer)
Ndivyo ulivyo
In Your name we overcome
In Your name is victory
In the name of Jesus, higher than any other names
King of all kings
No other name like His
Mighty man of war
Lion of Judah
We bow down to worship you
My beautifier
You've taken away my shame
You've taken away my pain
You've made me just like you.
I call your NameJesus
Call his name
Jesus
The healing Name
Jesus
Ooo Jesus
Anaitwa nani
Yesu
Mfalme wa wafalme
Yesu
Mwanzo tena Mwisho
ooo Yesu
Your name is so powerful
Jesus
The healing name
Jesus
The Mighty name
Jesus
Call his Name
Ooo Jesus
In every situation
Jesus
It doesn't matter what you are passing through
Jesus
Call his Name
Jesus
Ooo Jesus
This medley song was inspired frm the follwosing songs:
Way maker by Sinach + Melody
Excess love by Mercy Chwino
Mighty man of war by Jimmy Psalmist
My beautifier by Chris Shalom
The name of Jesus by Sinach
Kuliko Jana by sauti soul
Video
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Meaning & Inspiration
Angel Magoti's offering, "Way Maker (Swahili Medley)," arrived on November 18, 2018, presenting a thoughtful and culturally resonant take on a worship song that had already begun to touch many hearts worldwide. This particular version isn't just a simple cover; it is framed as a medley, suggesting an incorporation of other familiar Swahili worship expressions alongside the central theme of "Way Maker," creating a tapestry of devotion woven with local spiritual language and rhythm. The underlying message, consistent with the original, is a declaration of God's unchanging nature and attributes: He is the Way Maker, the Miracle Worker, the Promise Keeper, and the Light in the Darkness. Angel Magoti's interpretation brings a unique vocal quality and arrangement to these powerful truths, allowing them to resonate afresh within a Swahili-speaking context and beyond.
Exploring the depth of this song’s message reveals layers of biblical truth that ground its declarations. The assertion that God is a Way Maker echoes throughout Scripture. We see it dramatically in Isaiah 43:16, where God declares He "makes a way in the sea, a path in the mighty waters," referencing the Exodus miracle. It speaks to God's ability to forge a path through seemingly impossible circumstances, guiding His people where no human way exists. This isn't just historical; for those navigating life's challenges, facing dead ends or overwhelming obstacles, the promise of a God who makes a way offers profound hope, reminding us that with Him, the impossible becomes possible. John 14:6 further defines this, as Jesus proclaims, "I am the way, the truth, and the life," signifying that the ultimate path to God is through Him, the very embodiment of the Way made flesh.
The title's continuation, acknowledging God as a Miracle Worker, is equally rooted in the narrative of faith. From the parting of the Red Sea (Exodus 14) to the feeding of the five thousand (Matthew 14) and the resurrection of Lazarus (John 11), the Bible is replete with accounts of God's miraculous intervention. Jeremiah 32:17 affirms, "Ah, Lord God! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you." This declaration within the song serves as a powerful reminder that the God of ancient miracles is the same God present now, capable of acting in extraordinary ways in our lives today. It challenges doubt and encourages a posture of faith, believing that God's power is not diminished but is actively at work.
Furthermore, the song celebrates God as a Promise Keeper. This attribute is fundamental to God's character and is the bedrock of our trust in Him. Numbers 23:19 states unequivocally, "God is not man, that he should lie, or a son of man, that he should change his mind. Has he said, and will he not do it? Or has he spoken, and will he not fulfill it?" Hebrews 10:23 urges us to "hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful." This aspect of the song anchors faith in God's reliability. In a world where promises are often broken, proclaiming God as a Promise Keeper offers stability and assurance, reminding us that His Word is dependable and His plans for us are secure, just as 2 Peter 3:9 highlights His patience and faithfulness in fulfilling His promises.
Finally, the song declares God is the Light in the Darkness. This resonates deeply with the human experience of facing trials, confusion, or despair. Psalm 23:4 offers comfort: "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." Jesus also proclaimed Himself the Light of the World in John 8:12, stating, "Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." This declaration in Angel Magoti's medley is a beacon of hope, especially potent when woven into familiar Swahili worship; it speaks directly to moments of struggle, reminding people that even in the deepest night, God's presence is a guiding light, dispelling fear and revealing the path forward.
Angel Magoti's musical delivery in this medley effectively conveys the sincerity and power of these truths. The blending of "Way Maker" with Swahili elements likely creates a familiar and intimate worship space, allowing those from that cultural background to connect with the message on a profound level, while still blessing a global audience with its universal themes. The arrangement supports the build-up of declaration, perhaps starting with a more reflective tone and growing in intensity as the song progresses, mirroring the growing confidence that comes from meditating on God's character. This recording serves as more than just a song; it is an invitation to remember who God is, particularly in the midst of life's uncertainties, drawing strength from His consistent nature as the One who makes a way, works wonders, keeps His word, and shines brightly even when all else is dim, echoing the call in Philippians 4:6-7 to present our needs to Him and experience His peace.