Hezekiah Walker - It Shall Come To Pass Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus 1:
Every promise, every truth,
Every word God has spoken to you;
It shall, it shall come to pass.
Verse:
We learn much through the things that we suffer,
Every word of God is true;
Knowing through all things Jesus is with us,
When His will is made perfect in you.
Oh it shall, it shall come to pass, come to pass.
Oh it shall, it shall come to pass.
Chorus 2:
Every trial and heartbreak,
These things come to build your faith;
It shall, it shall come to pass, come to pass.
Oh it shall, it shall come to pass.
Bridge:
What God has spoken,
He is more than able to do.
The word God has begun in you
He shall, He shall perform it in you.
It shall, it shall come to pass, come to pass.
Oh it shall, it shall come to pass.
Vamp:
Hold on and believe it shall come to pass.
Hold on and believe it shall come to pass.
(Repeat as desired)
Hold on and believe.
Vamp 2:
It shall, it shall come to pass, come to pass.
Oh it shall, it shall come to pass, come to pass.
Vamp 3:
Oh it shall, it shall come to pass, come to pass.
Vamp 4:
Ooo, ooo, ooo, ooo, ooo,
Ooo, ooo, ooo.
Ending:
Oh it shall, it shall come to pass.
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It Shall Come To Pass
Meaning & Inspiration
Hezekiah Walker’s "It Shall Come To Pass," released in 2008 as part of his album *Souled Out*, stands as a powerful anthem of unwavering faith and divine assurance. This song doesn't just offer musical solace; it delivers a profound theological statement, deeply rooted in the Christian belief that God's word is immutable and His purposes for believers are destined for fulfillment. It bypasses any triviality, cutting straight to the core truth that divine promises are not merely hopeful aspirations but certainties, despite the winding, often painful, path of life. The very title serves as a declarative affirmation, setting the stage for a message designed to fortify the spirit and anchor trust in the unseen.
The narrative woven through the lyrics of "It Shall Come To Pass" is one of spiritual resilience, reminding us that every promise and truth spoken by God holds an inevitable completion. This echoes the biblical assurance found in Numbers 23:19, which states, "God is not a man, that he should lie, nor a son of man, that he should change his mind. Does he speak and then not act? Does he promise and not fulfill?" The initial chorus lays this foundation, establishing God's unfailing word as the bedrock of faith. It's a testament to the unchanging nature of a Creator who is faithful to His covenant, a concept further reinforced by 2 Corinthians 1:20, which proclaims that in Christ, "all the promises of God are 'Yes' and 'Amen'."
As the song progresses into its verse, it candidly acknowledges the reality of human suffering, stating, "We learn much through the things that we suffer." This isn't a glossing over of pain but an acknowledgment that adversity serves a divine purpose. Scripturally, this resonates deeply with passages like Romans 5:3-5, where Paul explains that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance character, and character hope. James 1:2-4 also encourages finding joy in trials, knowing they develop endurance. The song then offers a crucial counterpoint: "Knowing through all things Jesus is with us, When His will is made perfect in you." This line beautifully intertwines the presence of Christ in our struggles—a truth mirrored in Isaiah 43:2 where God promises to be with us through rivers and fire—with the ultimate goal of our lives: the perfecting of God's will. This speaks to the transformative power of divine purpose, aligning with Philippians 1:6, which declares confidence that "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus."
The second chorus addresses the sting of "every trial and heartbreak," immediately contextualizing these difficult experiences not as punishments but as instruments designed "to build your faith." This perspective is profoundly biblical; 1 Peter 1:6-7 explains that trials, though painful, prove the genuineness of our faith, refining it like gold. The assurance that these too "shall come to pass" offers a powerful sense of hope, suggesting that temporary discomfort is part of a larger, beneficial process, ultimately leading to spiritual growth and strengthening conviction. It reminds individuals that their present circumstances, no matter how daunting, are not their final destination.
The bridge serves as a powerful declaration of God’s omnipotence and commitment, affirming, "What God has spoken, He is more than able to do. The word God has begun in you He shall, He shall perform it in you." This segment directly references the divine capacity to fulfill every decree, echoing Ephesians 3:20, which celebrates God's ability "to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine." More importantly, it brings the promise to a personal level, emphasizing that God is actively involved in performing His work within each believer. This provides immense encouragement, particularly when personal efforts feel insufficient or progress seems slow. The repeated "He shall, He shall perform it in you" reinforces the certainty of divine intervention and completion.
Finally, the song crescendos into its vamp sections, urging the believer to "Hold on and believe it shall come to pass." This isn’t a passive hope but an active call to perseverance and unwavering trust. It reflects the biblical imperative to endure, as seen in Hebrews 10:36, "You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised." The repetitive, almost meditative quality of the vamp drives home the central message, embedding it deeply into the listener's consciousness, culminating in a powerful affirmation that ultimately, God’s will and promises will be realized. "It Shall Come To Pass" is more than a song; it's a spiritual anchor, a reminder that God’s faithfulness is the unchanging constant in a world of variables, a truth that inspires confidence and fuels endurance on the journey of faith.