Bukola & Damilola Bekes - You are Good Jesus Lyrics
Lyrics
You are good, You are good
You are good Jesus
Everyday every hour
You are good Jesus
You are good, You are good
You are good Jesus
Everyday every hour
You are good Jesus
You supply all my needs
You made a way where seemed to be no ways
You are wonderful counsilor mighty God
You are good Jesus
You are good, You are good
You are good Jesus
Everyday every hour
You are good Jesus
You turned my mouning into dancing
You turned my sorrow into Joy
You are my keeper, my sustainer
You are good Jesus
You are good, You are good
You are good Jesus
Everyday every hour
You are good Jesus
Jesus we lift Your name
Higher higher higher higher
Higher higher everyday
Jesus we lift Your name
Higher higher higher higher
Higher higher everyday
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YOU ARE GOOD JESUS...
Meaning & Inspiration
Bukola and Damilola Bekes' 2019 release, "You Are Good Jesus," is a powerful testament to the unwavering goodness of God, a truth that resonates deeply throughout its heartfelt lyrics. The song isn't just a collection of words; it's an outpouring of gratitude and a declaration of faith, born from personal experiences of divine intervention and transformation. It speaks to the core of Christian belief, reflecting on God's constant presence and provision, especially in times of adversity. The repetition of the phrase "You are good, You are good, You are good Jesus" serves as a profound anchor, a sonic reminder of the foundational truth that God's character is inherently good, a concept echoed throughout Scripture.
The narrative woven into the song highlights a journey from hardship to hope, articulating how Jesus transforms sorrow into joy and mourning into dancing. This transformation is not presented as a mere wish, but as a direct consequence of Jesus' power and love. The lyrics, "You supply all my needs" and "You made a way where seemed to be no ways," directly align with biblical promises like Philippians 4:19, which assures believers that God will provide for all their needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus, and Isaiah 43:16, speaking of God making a way in the sea and a path in the mighty waters. The title itself, "You Are Good Jesus," is a direct reflection of numerous scriptural affirmations of God's goodness, such as Psalm 100:5 which states, "For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations." The song's progression culminates in an enthusiastic declaration, "Jesus we lift Your name higher and higher," a powerful expression of worship that mirrors the sentiment of raising praises to God in places like Psalm 34:3: "Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together." This anthem of praise is a vibrant affirmation of God's sovereignty and enduring grace, encouraging listeners to recognize and celebrate His goodness in every aspect of their lives.