Bethel Music - Egypt Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
I won't forget, the wonder of how You brought
Deliverance, the exodus of my heart
Pre-Chorus
You found me, You freed me
Held back the waters for my release
Oh Yahweh
Chorus
'Cause You're the God who fights for me
Lord of every victory
Hallelujah, hallelujah
You have torn apart the sea
You have led me through the deep
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Verse 2
A cloud by day, is a sign that You are with me
The fire by night, is a guiding light to my feet
Pre-Chorus
'Cause You found me, You freed me
Held back the waters for my release
Oh Yahweh
Chorus
You're the God who fights for me
Lord of every victory
Hallelujah, hallelujah
You have torn apart the sea
You have led me through the deep
Hallelujah, hallelujah
You're the God who fights for me
Lord of every victory
Hallelujah, hallelujah
You have torn apart the sea
You have led me through the deep
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Interlude
Bridge
'Cause You stepped into my Egypt
And You took me by the hand
And You marched me out in freedom
Into the promised land
And now I will not forget You
I'll sing of all You've done
Death is swallowed up forever
By the fury of Your love
'Cause You stepped into my Egypt
And You took me by the hand
You marched me out in freedom
Into the promised land
Now I will not forget You
I'll sing of all You've done
Death is swallowed up forever
By the fury of Your love
Chorus
You're the God who fights for me
Lord of every victory
Hallelujah, hallelujah
You have torn apart the sea
You have led me through the deep
Hallelujah, hallelujah
And You're the God who fights for me
Lord of every victory
Hallelujah, hallelujah
You have torn apart the sea
You have led me through the deep
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Interlude
Come on there's freedom in this house today, there's joy in this place
Can you prophesy with me? You stepped in
Outro
'Cause You stepped into my Egypt
You took me by the hand
And You marched me out in freedom
Straight into the promised land
Now I will not forget You
I'll sing of all You've done
Death is swallowed up forever
By the fury of Your love
Video
Egypt - Bethel Music, Cory Asbury
Meaning & Inspiration
Bethel Music, featuring Cory Asbury, unveiled "Egypt" on April 3, 2020, offering a powerful anthem rooted deeply in the biblical narrative of the Exodus, yet profoundly personalized for the contemporary believer. This isn't just a retelling of ancient history; it's a vibrant testimony of God's personal intervention and deliverance in individual lives. The song's essence lies in taking the grand, miraculous events of Israel's liberation from slavery and translating them into a deeply relatable experience of spiritual freedom and divine guidance, moving past general worship to a specific declaration of God’s active role in our personal "Egypts"—those places of bondage, despair, or struggle we find ourselves trapped within.
The opening verse immediately sets this personal tone, declaring, "I won't forget, the wonder of how You brought deliverance, the exodus of my heart." This isn't merely an acknowledgment of God's historical acts; it’s a profound identification with them. The "exodus of my heart" powerfully connects the physical liberation of Israel from Egyptian slavery to the spiritual liberation experienced by every person who has encountered Christ. This sentiment mirrors the transformation described in Scripture, where we are brought "out of darkness into His marvelous light" (1 Peter 2:9) and set free from the dominion of sin (Romans 6:6-7). The pre-chorus reinforces this intimate encounter: "You found me, You freed me, held back the waters for my release," echoing God’s compassionate pursuit and active rescue, just as He did for Israel at the Red Sea.
The recurring chorus, "You're the God who fights for me, Lord of every victory; Hallelujah, hallelujah, You have torn apart the sea, You have led me through the deep," solidifies the song's central message of God’s unwavering power and advocacy. This declaration transcends passive belief, becoming a vibrant affirmation of God as a present, engaged defender. It reminds us of biblical truths like "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still" (Exodus 14:14), or that in Christ, we are "more than conquerors through Him who loved us" (Romans 8:37). The imagery of tearing apart the sea and leading through the deep speaks not just of the Red Sea crossing (Exodus 14:21-22) but symbolizes God’s ability to make a way through seemingly impossible obstacles, guiding us safely even through the most treacherous circumstances, drawing parallels to Psalm 23:4, where even "through the valley of the shadow of death," His presence brings comfort and guidance.
Verse two further builds on this theme of divine presence and guidance, painting a picture of constant companionship: "A cloud by day, is a sign that You are with me; The fire by night, is a guiding light to my feet." This directly references God's faithful leading of the Israelites through the wilderness (Exodus 13:21-22). For the modern believer, this imagery profoundly signifies the Holy Spirit's perpetual presence, offering clarity amidst confusion and comfort in loneliness. It speaks to God's promise never to leave us nor forsake us (Hebrews 13:5), providing direction for our path, much like "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path" (Psalm 119:105). This steadfast guidance ensures that even in our wanderings, we are never truly lost, because the divine compass always points us forward.
The bridge, however, is where the song truly reaches its zenith in personalizing the epic narrative. "You stepped into my Egypt, and You took me by the hand, and You marched me out in freedom into the promised land." This is a profound theological statement, recognizing that God does not merely observe our struggles from afar; He actively enters our darkest places. This resonates deeply with the incarnation of Jesus, who "emptied himself... by taking the form of a servant" (Philippians 2:7), stepping into humanity's "Egypt" of sin and brokenness. He takes us by the hand—an intimate gesture of care and covenant—and leads us into the freedom that only His finished work on the cross can provide, establishing us in a new life, a spiritual "promised land" of grace and hope (Galatians 5:1, Colossians 1:13-14). The triumphant declaration, "Death is swallowed up forever by the fury of Your love," is a direct echo of Isaiah 25:8 and 1 Corinthians 15:54-55, firmly anchoring the song's message in the ultimate victory of Christ over sin and death. This is not just a historical event but an eternal reality, driven by God’s fierce and relentless love for humanity. The song beautifully captures the essence of a God who doesn’t just observe our history, but actively writes our story of redemption and victory.