Brooke Ligertwood - I Will Exalt You Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
I will exalt you
I will exalt you
I will exalt you
You are my god
Chorus
My hiding place
My safe refuge
My treasure lord, you are
My friend and king
Anointed one
Most holy
Verse 2
Because you're with me
Because you're with me
Because you're with me
I will not fear
Chorus
My hiding place
My safe refuge
My treasure lord, you are
My friend and king
Anointed one
Most holy
Verse 1
I will exalt you
I will exalt you
I will exalt you
You are my god
Video
Brooke Ligertwood - I Will Exalt You (Official Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Brooke Ligertwood’s "I Will Exalt You," released in late 2023, is a profound declaration of unwavering devotion and trust, resonating deeply with its scriptural underpinnings. The song’s genesis lies in a raw, personal commitment to magnify God above all circumstances, a sentiment echoed throughout the Psalms. The core message centers on the transformative power of recognizing God as one’s ultimate security and source of strength. Ligertwood articulates this not as a fleeting emotion, but as a deliberate choice, stated repeatedly: "I will exalt you." This intentionality is crucial, reflecting a conscious decision to orient one's entire perspective towards the divine, a practice encouraged in passages like Psalm 34:3, which urges, "Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together." The lyrics then unfold the reasons behind this resolute commitment, painting a rich tapestry of God's character and His unwavering presence.
The chorus serves as a powerful articulation of these foundational truths, identifying God as a "hiding place" and a "safe refuge." This imagery directly calls to mind Psalm 91, a powerful psalm of protection, which speaks of dwelling in the "shelter of the Most High" and finding refuge under His wings. The description of God as one’s "treasure" speaks to a profound spiritual wealth, surpassing any earthly riches, aligning with Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 6:19-21 about laying up treasures in heaven. The appellations "friend and king" and "anointed one, most holy" evoke a deep, intimate relationship coupled with ultimate authority and divine purity. These titles are not mere labels but encompass the multifaceted nature of God’s relationship with His people, acknowledging His sovereignty while embracing His companionship, as seen in John 15:15 where Jesus calls His disciples friends.
The second verse, "Because you're with me, I will not fear," directly addresses the antidote to anxiety and dread. This is a cornerstone of faith, powerfully expressed in Isaiah 41:10: "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Ligertwood's repetition emphasizes the constant assurance of God's presence as the foundation for courage. This isn't a promise of an absence of challenges, but a guarantee of divine companionship through them, transforming fear into a conquered foe through the unwavering certainty of God’s abiding presence. The song, therefore, is not simply a musical expression, but a lyrical sermon, a call to reorient our focus, to declare our trust, and to find our ultimate security in the one who is our hiding place, our refuge, and our God.