Luther Vandross - God of The Ages Lyrics

Lyrics

Day by day creation bows
Night by night the same
The glory of Your worth oh God
The heavens do proclaim
How wonderful Your works and power
A reflection of Your ways
So we join with all of heaven
As we glorify Your name

All creation cries out
All of heaven singing
You're the God of the ages
You're the God of the ages

Your Spirit spoke to Abram
To leave all He had known
A promise that would be fulfilled
A covenant of old
The prophets spoke of Your great plan
A Messiah who would come
Giving hope to every hopeless heart
And every broken soul

All creation cries out
All of heaven singing
You're the God of the ages
You're the God of the ages

I was made, I was made
To know You, to love You
For all my days I will live
To know You, to love You

There's no hurting soul beyond Your sight
No pain You cannot see
You've walked through every circumstance
You know just what we need
Your love it finds the broken heart
And Your mercy sets us free
For all who put their faith in Christ
Receive His victory

All creation cries out
All of heaven singing
You're the God of the ages
You're the God of the ages

Written by: Stephen Prader, Brandan Bustamante, Aaron Washington.

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Meaning & Inspiration

"God of The Ages," released on July 8, 2024, as part of the "Classic R&B Soul Groove 60s" collection, presents a profound spiritual declaration through the interpretive lens of Luther Vandross's signature vocal artistry, even though the actual recording credits Stephen Prader, Brandan Bustamante, and Aaron Washington as writers. While drawing sonic inspiration from the rich R&B and soul traditions of the 1960s, the song itself is an explicit Christian anthem, deeply rooted in biblical themes and theological concepts. The narrative of "God of The Ages" is a testament to the enduring and omnipresent nature of the divine, spanning from the foundational moments of creation to the intricate unfolding of God's redemptive plan. The opening verses draw parallels between the daily cycles of creation and the eternal proclamation of God's worth, echoing Psalm 19:1, which states, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands." This cosmic chorus, as depicted in the lyrics, is joined by humanity, acknowledging the wonder of God's works and power as reflections of His ways.

The song then delves into specific instances of divine intervention and covenant, referencing God's communication with Abraham to establish a promise that would echo through generations, a concept foundational to the Abrahamic faiths and described in Genesis 12:1-3. The prophetic anticipation of a Messiah, a central tenet of Christian belief, is highlighted as a source of hope for those in despair, aligning with Isaiah's prophecies of a coming savior, such as Isaiah 9:2, which speaks of a light shining in the darkness. The lyrical progression emphasizes that no soul is beyond God's reach; His sight penetrates all pain and circumstances, a comforting message found throughout Scripture, for example, in Hebrews 4:13: "And there is no creature hidden from his sight, but all things are naked and open to the eyes of him to whom we must give account." The song culminates in the personal testimony of being "made to know You, to love You," a reciprocal relationship that forms the core of Christian devotion, mirroring Jesus' own teaching in John 14:15, "If you love me, keep my commands." The overwhelming message is one of God's unwavering love and liberating mercy, extended to all who place their faith in Christ, bringing victory over sin and despair, as articulated in passages like Romans 8:37: "No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us." The repeated refrain, "All creation cries out, All of heaven singing, You're the God of the ages," serves as a powerful, unified declaration of divine sovereignty and eternal glory, a testament to faith that resonates far beyond mere melody.