Elevation Worship - Call Upon The Lord Lyrics
Lyrics
We need no other hiding place
Our hope is safe within your name
This we know, this we know
You promise never to forsake
What you began you will sustain
This we know, this we know
I will call upon the Lord
For he alone is strong enough to save
Rise your shackles are no more
For Jesus Christ
Has broken every chain
All of the heavens and the earth
Announce the fullness of your worth
This we know, this we know
And every enemy will flee
As we declare your victory
This we know, this we know
I will call upon the Lord
For he alone is strong enough to save
Rise your shackles are no more
For Jesus Christ
Has broken every chain
I will call upon the Lord
For he alone is strong enough to save
Rise your shackles are no more
For Jesus Christ
Has broken every chain
Jesus' name will break every stronghold
Freedom is ours when we call his name
Jesus' name above every other
All hail the power of Jesus' name
Jesus' name will break every stronghold
Freedom is ours when we call his name
Jesus' name above every other
All hail the power of Jesus' name
I will call upon the Lord
For he alone is strong enough to save
Rise your shackles are no more
For Jesus Christ
Has broken every chain
Video
Call Upon The Lord | Live | Elevation Worship
Meaning & Inspiration
Elevation Worship’s powerful anthem, “Call Upon The Lord,” released on February 5, 2016, as part of their album *Here As In Heaven*, is a profound declaration of faith and reliance on the divine. The song springs from a deep understanding of God’s unwavering presence and His capability to redeem and liberate. Its message centers on the absolute sufficiency of God in times of trouble, offering a sanctuary and a source of unshakeable hope. The core of the song is the simple yet potent act of invoking the Lord’s name, asserting that in Him alone lies the strength to save and to break every bond. This theme resonates deeply with scriptural promises, such as those found in Psalm 50:15, which states, “but call on me in the day of trouble; I will rescue you, and you will honor me.” The lyrics directly echo this, portraying a God who is more than capable of intervening and delivering His people from all forms of oppression.
The narrative within "Call Upon The Lord" is one of profound assurance, rooted in the knowledge that God’s commitment to His creation is immutable. The promise of divine faithfulness is articulated in phrases like "You promise never to forsake," aligning with the assurance in Hebrews 13:5, which reassures believers that God will never leave or abandon them. This unwavering steadfastness forms the bedrock of the song's message, encouraging listeners to embrace a perspective of resolute confidence. Furthermore, the song powerfully declares the liberation experienced through Christ, asserting that "Jesus Christ has broken every chain." This is a direct testament to the redemptive work of Jesus on the cross, a theme woven throughout the New Testament. The victory over sin and bondage is proclaimed through the utterance of His name, reflecting the declaration in Philippians 2:10, where it is written that at the name of Jesus, every knee should bow. The lyrical expansion on this truth, highlighting that "Jesus' name will break every stronghold" and "Freedom is ours when we call his name," serves as a clarion call to spiritual warfare and ultimate triumph through faith in Him. The song culminates in a vibrant affirmation of Christ's supreme authority, with lines like "Jesus' name above every other" and "All hail the power of Jesus' name," mirroring the adoration and recognition of His kingship found in Revelation 19:16. Ultimately, "Call Upon The Lord" is not just a song; it's an invitation and a testament to the transformative power found in surrendering to and actively calling upon the God who is eternally strong, faithful, and victorious.