Bob Fitts - Glory, Glory Lord Lyrics
Released: 28 Jun 2019
Lyrics
Glory, glory Lord! We give you glory Lord!
Glory, glory Lord! You are a mighty God!
Glory, glory Lord! We give you glory Lord!
Glory, glory Lord! You are a mighty God!
Verse 1
You who go down to the sea, you who live in the islands
If you live in the city, lift your voices sing out! (sing out!)
Verse 2
Sing to the Lord a new song,
Sing His praise to the ends of the earth
Let every nation tell it (declare it!)
Till every man has heard (sing out!)
(Repeat Refrain)
Refrain in English:
Glory, glory Lord! We give you glory Lord!
Glory, glory Lord! You are a mighty God!
Glory, glory Lord! We give you glory Lord!
Glory, glory Lord! You are a mighty God!
Refrain in French:
Gloire, gloire Signeure! .... Signeure!
Gloire, gloire Signeure! .... Majesteure!
Refrain in Hawaiian:
Nani, nani Iehova! Nouka nani Lehova!
Nani, nani Iehova! Ke akua mana loa!
Refrain in Samoan:
Vi-i-a, vi-i-a le Atua! Matou te viia oe le Atua!
Vi-i-a, vi-i-a le Atua! O Oe o le Atua matautia!
Refrain in Cebuano:
Himaya, himaya sa Diyos! Hatag himaya sa Diyos!
Himaya, himaya sa Diyos! Ikaw ang among Ginoo!
Refrain in Visayan:
Himaya, himaya, himaya! Ngatdug himaya sa Diyos!
Himaya, himaya, himaya! Ikaw ang aming Mangagagaw!
Refrain in Tagalog:
Papuri, papuri sa Diyos! Bigyang papuri ang Diyos!
Papuri, papuri sa Diyos! Ikaw ang aming Panginoon!
Refrain in African (Twi/Ghanaian):
A/nounyam nka nyame! Yehye wo anounyam daa!
A/nounyam nka nyame! Woye otumfo daa!
Refrain in African (Ewe/Ghanaian):
Kafu kafu mawu! Mie kafu wo mawu!
Kafu kafu mawu! Woe nye mawu ga!
Refrain in African (Igbo/Nigerian):
Otito otito diri onyenwem!
Anyi na enye gi otito onyenwem!
Otito otito diri onyenwem!
Ibu chukwu onye di ike!
Refrain in African (Yoruba/Nigerian):
Ogo Oluwa
Afogo foluwa wa a
Ogo foluwa
Iwo lolorun Alagbara
Refrain in Chinese (Mandarin):
Kua z?n kua z?n sh?n xi?ng!
Womem di gong z?n mei!
Kua z?n kua z?n sh?n xi?ng!
Fei ch?ng de sh?n xi?ng!
Refrain in Chinese (Cantonese):
Gwa jam gwa jan san cheung!
Ngomun tai gung jam mei!
Gwa jam gwa jan san cheung!
Fei seung dek san cheung!
Refrain in Japanese:
Kurisuto ni homare! Sanbishite-agete!
Kurisuto ni homare! Kyodai na kami!
Refrain in Korean:
Hananim'kke ch'anmi hae! Yuhng-gwang-eul haejoogo!
Hananim'kke ch'anmi hae! Kangdae han cho-mool-joo!
Video
Glory, Glory Lord - Bob Fitts
Meaning & Inspiration
Bob Fitts’ impactful anthem, "Glory, Glory Lord," released on June 28, 2019, as part of the album *Praise & Worship For Small Groups (Whole Hearted Worship) [Volume 4] [Split Tracks] [feat. Bob Fitts]*, stands as a powerful testament to the universal call for divine adoration. This song immediately establishes its core message: a resounding declaration of God’s majesty and worthiness of all praise. Its structure, built around a simple yet profound refrain and two verses, creates an accessible entry point for communal worship, aiming to unify voices in a singular, potent expression of reverence.
The heart of "Glory, Glory Lord" is found in its insistent declaration, reiterating the phrase "Glory, glory Lord! We give you glory Lord! Glory, glory Lord! You are a mighty God!" This repetition is not mere redundancy; rather, it functions as an affirmative confession, embedding the truth of God’s sovereign power and His deservingness of honor deep within the worshiper. It mirrors the timeless biblical mandate to acknowledge God’s supreme position, reminding us of passages like Psalm 29:2, which exhorts us to "ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the splendor of his holiness." The song serves as a direct, unadorned offering of that glory, recognizing the Creator as the "mighty God" who sustains all things.
Verse 1 broadens this call, explicitly inviting diverse populations to participate: "You who go down to the sea, you who live in the islands, If you live in the city, lift your voices sing out!" This inclusive invitation echoes the biblical vision of a global chorus rising in praise. It brings to mind Isaiah 42:10, which proclaims, "Sing to the Lord a new song, his praise from the ends of the earth, you who go down to the sea, and all that fills it, you islands, and all who live in them." The song powerfully translates this ancient prophetic word into a contemporary summons, emphasizing that no geographic boundary or way of life excludes anyone from the privilege and command to worship the Most High. Every person, irrespective of their dwelling or vocation, is called to join this universal acclamation.
Building on this expansive invitation, Verse 2 further articulates the mission behind the praise: "Sing to the Lord a new song, Sing His praise to the ends of the earth, Let every nation tell it, Till every man has heard." The directive to "sing a new song" often signifies a fresh understanding of God’s ongoing faithfulness and mighty deeds, as seen in Psalm 96:1. This verse underscores the evangelistic imperative inherent in worship. It’s not enough for praise to be localized; it must extend "to the ends of the earth," a clear reference to the Great Commission found in Matthew 28:19 and the vision in Revelation 7:9, where a great multitude from "every nation, tribe, people and language" stands before the throne. The ultimate goal is that "every man has heard," reinforcing the urgency and global scope of proclaiming God's glory.
Perhaps the most striking and compelling feature of "Glory, Glory Lord" is its multilingual refrain. Beyond the English, the lyrics provided demonstrate translations into French, Hawaiian, Samoan, Cebuano, Visayan, Tagalog, Twi, Ewe, Igbo, Yoruba, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, and Korean. This incredible inclusion is not just a linguistic exercise; it is a profound theological statement. It visualizes the very essence of Revelation 7:9, where God is worshipped by people "from every tribe and language and people and nation." This element transforms the song from a simple worship piece into a prophetic declaration of the church's global unity and the universal sovereignty of God. It encourages those singing to envision their praise joining countless others across continents, creating a truly global symphony of adoration that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers, all directed towards the one "mighty God."
The message woven throughout "Glory, Glory Lord" is undeniably clear and spiritually invigorating. It calls us not only to acknowledge God's greatness but to actively participate in His praise, extending that worship from our individual spaces to the farthest reaches of the globe. This song deeply resonates with the biblical truth that God alone is worthy of all honor, power, and might, as declared in 1 Chronicles 16:24: "Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples." Its simplicity allows for immediate engagement, while its global scope offers a vast, inspiring vision of collective adoration, fostering a sense of belonging to a worldwide spiritual family united under God's majesty. "Glory, Glory Lord" therefore serves as more than just a song; it is an invitation to join an eternal chorus, affirming the unwavering truth that our God is indeed mighty and deserving of every praise.