Chris Tomlin - Jesus Lyrics
Lyrics
There is a truth older than the ages
There is a promise of things yet to come
There is one, born for our salvation
Jesus
There is a light that overwhelms the darkness
There is a kingdom that forever reigns
There is freedom from the chains that bind us
Jesus, Jesus
Who walks on the waters
Who speaks to the sea
Who stands in the fire beside me
He roars like a lion
He bled as the lamb
He carries my healing in his hands
Jesus
There is a name I call in times of trouble
There is a song that comforts in the night
There is a voice that calms the storm that rages
He is Jesus, Jesus
Who walks on the waters
Who speaks to the sea
Who stands in the fire beside me
He roars like a lion
He bled as the lamb
He carries my healing in his hands
Jesus
Messiah, my Saviour
There is power in Your name
You're my rock and, my redeemer
There is power in Your name
In Your name
You walk on the waters
You speak to the sea
You stand in the fire beside me
You roar like a lion
You bled as the lamb
You carry my healing in Your hands
God, you walk on the waters
You speak to the sea
You stand in the fire beside me
You roar like a lion
You bled as the lamb
You carry my healing in Your hands
Jesus
There is no one like you
Jesus
There is no one like you
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Chris Tomlin - Jesus (Lyrics And Chords)
Meaning & Inspiration
Chris Tomlin's powerful anthem "Jesus," featured on his 2008 compilation album *How Great Is Our God: The Essential Collection*, serves as a profound declaration of faith, centering entirely on the person and work of Jesus Christ. The song meticulously weaves together core tenets of Christian belief, painting a comprehensive picture of Jesus’ divine nature and redemptive purpose. From its opening lines, the song speaks of an ancient truth and a future promise, immediately grounding the listener in the eternal nature of God’s plan, as alluded to in scriptures like Isaiah 43:10, "Before me no god was formed, nor will there be any after me." The central thesis, undeniably, is that Jesus is the singular figure born for humanity's salvation, a concept echoing John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
The message then expands to highlight Jesus' role as a liberator from spiritual bondage, declaring "There is freedom from the chains that bind us." This resonates with Romans 8:2, which states, "For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death." The song powerfully personifies Jesus' attributes, drawing parallels to His miraculous works and ultimate sacrifice. The imagery of walking on water, calming the sea, and standing in fire directly references His divine authority over creation and His unwavering presence with believers, recalling passages such as Mark 4:39 where Jesus calms the storm and Isaiah 43:2, which assures, "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; when you go through the rivers, they will not sweep you away; when you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; neither will the flames consume you." Furthermore, the contrasting descriptors of roaring like a lion and bleeding as a lamb are deeply symbolic. The "lion of the tribe of Judah" (Revelation 5:5) represents Christ’s power and authority, while the "lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world" (John 1:29) signifies His sacrificial atonement for sin. The profound assurance that He carries healing in His hands speaks to the restorative power found in His sacrifice, as described in Isaiah 53:5: "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed."
Throughout the lyrics, Jesus is presented as the ultimate solace and refuge in times of distress. He is the name called in trouble, the song that comforts in the night, and the voice that calms the raging storm, aligning with the Psalmist’s declaration in Psalm 46:1, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." The repeated affirmation of His supreme power and unique identity, "There is no one like you," reinforces the biblical understanding of Jesus’ unparalleled divinity. The song concludes by reinforcing His titles as Messiah and Savior, and the inherent power in His name, a truth foundational to Christian worship and witness, as exemplified in Acts 4:12: "Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved." Tomlin’s "Jesus" is not merely a song; it is a theological statement set to music, a heartfelt and scripturally rich testament to the centrality of Christ in the Christian faith, offering encouragement and reaffirming the power and presence of Jesus for all who believe.