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Jehovah - Papa You are The One I Love by Imani Odera cover art

Imani Odera - Jehovah - Papa You are The One I Love Lyrics

Artist:
Imani Odera

Lyrics

Chorus


Jehovah you are almighty God
king of glory you reign.
papa you are the one I love
serving you is my delight!


Verse 1


Who I am you have made me my God,
what I have you have given me by grace,
I love you! I love you my God,
serving you is my delight!


Chorus (Repeat)


Jehovah you are almighty God
king of glory you reign.
papa you are the one I love
serving you is my delight!


Verse 2


I'd rather be a door keeper in your house,
than to dwell in the tents of the wicked,
Because I know you will bless me my Lord,
serving you is my delight!


Chorus (Repeat)


Jehovah you are almighty God
king of glory you reign.
papa you are the one I love
serving you is my delight!


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Meaning & Inspiration

“Jehovah - Papa You Are the One I Love” by Imani Odera is a simple song of devotion built on a repeating chorus. It names God as “almighty God” and “king of glory,” then turns to a personal term, “papa you are the one I love,” and ends each section with “serving you is my delight!” The mix of reverence and warmth gives the song its character.

The first verse credits God for everything the singer has: “Who I am you have made me, what I have you have given me by grace.” The second verse is close to Psalm 84:10, where being a doorkeeper in God’s house is preferred to dwelling in the tents of wickedness. The title “king of glory” recalls Psalm 24:10.

Because the chorus returns three times, the song works as a prayer that can be sung by a group. Its message is that service to God is a joy and not a burden, and that every blessing is given by grace.

Related Scripture

  • Psalm 84:10 Better to be a doorkeeper in the house of God than to dwell in the tents of wickedness
  • Psalm 24:10 The LORD of hosts, he is the King of glory
  • Psalm 100:2 Serve the LORD with gladness