Lyrics
Verse 1
Far and near hear the call
Worship him, Lord of all
Families of nations come
Celebrate what God has done
Verse 2
Deep and wide is the love
Heaven sent from above
God's own Son for sinners died
Rose again, he is alive
Chorus
Say it loud, say it strong
Tell the world what God has done
Say it loud, praise his name
Let the earth rejoice
For the Lord reigns
Verse 3
At his name let praise begin
Oceans roar, nature sing
For he comes to judge the earth
In righteousness and in his truth
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Meaning & Inspiration
Far And Near is a call for all nations to worship the Lord. The first verse calls far and near to hear the call and worship Him, Lord of all, with families of nations coming to celebrate what God has done. The second speaks of love deep and wide, sent from heaven, God's own Son dying for sinners and rising again alive.
The chorus says to say it loud and tell the world what God has done, praising His name, since the Lord reigns, and the last verse invites oceans and nature to sing because He comes to judge the earth in righteousness and truth. The themes follow Psalm 96:1-13 and Psalm 98, Ephesians 3:18-19, Romans 5:8 and Matthew 28:19. The bold missionary tone and repeated refrain make the song a lively call to worship and witness.
Related Scripture
- Psalm 96:1-13 All the earth is called to sing to the Lord and declare His glory among the nations.
- Romans 5:8 God shows His love in that Christ died for sinners.
- Matthew 28:19 Jesus sends His followers to make disciples of all nations.