Hillsong Worship - Waiting Lyrics
Lyrics
Thank you Jesus
Speaking life
We don't fear the waiting
'Cause we know the other side
You're stirring up the song of Your people
So let it rise, let it rise
So let it rise, let it rise
Let it rise, let it rise
Let it rise with all Your love
We're gonna wait on Him
We're not in a hurry
He's been waiting for you
Why don't you start to release a sound?
Open up your mouth, give Him praise, give Him thanks
And if you don't know what to say
You just say the greatest word there is
The greatest Name there is
Jesus
Jesus, we praise King Jesus (When we praise the Lord)
Come on, lift your voice, lift a sound
Bless the Lord
With the gentle the sound of a Whisper
From the people of God and faith
Pushes back legions of darkness
And secures the victory, so
Let it out
Let a sound rise, let a sound rise
Let a sound rise, let a sound rise
Hallelujah
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit, right
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit, right
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit, right now
Hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit (Come on release the sound)
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit, whoa
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit (I hear the sound)
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit (I hear the sound)
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit, calling
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit, falling
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit, calling
I hear the sound of the Spirit
I hear the sound of the Spirit, falling
Thank you, Jesus
Thank you
Video
Waiting | Healing Place Worship
Meaning & Inspiration
Hillsong Worship’s “Waiting,” released as part of their 2021 live album *These Same Skies*, is a powerful anthem built around the concept of steadfast faith in the face of extended periods of anticipation, drawing deeply from biblical truths about God's faithfulness and His people's response. The song’s core message encourages believers not to fear or become discouraged during times of waiting, because they are assured of God's ultimate promise and presence. This perspective is rooted in the biblical understanding that God’s timing is perfect, even when it doesn't align with our immediate desires. The lyrics emphasize a conscious choice to actively praise and thank God, even when words fail, by simply declaring His name, "Jesus." This echoes the New Testament instruction to give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18) and to let our requests be made known to God with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6). The repetitive, almost mantra-like refrain, "Let it rise, let it rise," serves as a call to action, urging the community of faith to offer a collective sound of praise that signifies their trust and reliance on God's love.
The song’s narrative suggests that this collective "sound" or expression of faith is more than just noise; it is a spiritual force. The lyrics boldly state that this sound, even if it begins as a "gentle whisper," has the power to "push back legions of darkness" and "secure the victory." This imagery strongly aligns with the concept of spiritual warfare described in Ephesians 6:10-18, where believers are exhorted to stand firm against the devil's schemes by putting on the full armor of God, which includes the "sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God," and praying in the Spirit. The repeated declaration, "I hear the sound of the Spirit," reinforces the idea that this outpouring of praise is divinely inspired and guided, indicating a direct connection to God's presence and power. The song’s progression from a personal commitment to wait and praise, to a communal release of sound, and finally to the perception of the Spirit’s active participation, creates a compelling arc of spiritual engagement. It’s a profound reminder that our faithful response in times of waiting is not met with silence from God, but with His active presence and empowering Spirit, encouraging us to continue to release our faith-filled sounds, knowing that He is working all things for our good, even when the "other side" of our waiting is not yet visible.