Jennifer Knapp - Sing Alleluia Lyrics
Lyrics
All creatures of our God and King
Lift up your voice and with us sing
Sun, moon and stars rejoice on high
Praise to the Lord of light divine
Chorus
Sing alleluia, sing alleluia
Praise the Father above
Sing alleluia
Sing alleluia, sing alleluia
For His infinite love
Sing alleluia
Praise to the Giver of all good things
Merciful Father, holy King
Join with the angels, sing out loud
Praise Him who reigns above the clouds
O praise Him (when the morning comes)
Alleluia (for the rising sun)
O praise Him (when the day is done)
Alleluia (praise the Lord of love)
O praise Him (alleluia)
Alleluia (alleluia)
All creatures of our God and King
Lift up your voice and with us sing!
Sing alleluia'
Video
Sing Alleluia
Meaning & Inspiration
On November 8, 2014, Jennifer Knapp offered the world "Sing Alleluia," a compelling anthem that transcends mere musicality, landing firmly in the rich tradition of biblical worship. This song immediately anchors itself in the profound, scriptural truth that the entire cosmos, animate and inanimate, is called to glorify its Creator. It serves as an invitation, a rallying cry for every soul to join the grand, ongoing symphony of praise that has resonated since the dawn of time.
The core message of "Sing Alleluia" beautifully articulates the universal call to worship found throughout the Scriptures. The opening lines, "All creatures of our God and King, lift up your voice and with us sing, Sun, moon and stars rejoice on high, Praise to the Lord of light divine," are a direct echo of passages like Psalm 148, which implores all of creation—from celestial bodies to earthly beasts and human beings—to exalt God's name. It reminds us that the heavens declare God's glory, as Psalm 19:1 states, and this song articulates that silent testimony through human voice. By acknowledging God as the "Lord of light divine," the track points not only to His role as the physical orchestrator of day and night but also as the spiritual light that guides and illuminates our paths, a concept central to John 8:12 where Jesus proclaims Himself the light of the world.
The recurring chorus, "Sing alleluia, sing alleluia, Praise the Father above, Sing alleluia, Sing alleluia, sing alleluia, For His infinite love, Sing alleluia," establishes the song's theological foundation. "Alleluia," a powerful Hebrew word meaning "Praise the Lord," is not merely a lyrical flourish but a deep theological statement, a joyful command to worship. The reasons for this adoration are clear: God as "the Father above" and His "infinite love." This speaks to the relational aspect of our faith, acknowledging God not just as a distant deity but as a caring Father, consistent with verses like 1 John 4:8, which unequivocally declares that God is love. His infinite love is the very bedrock of our salvation, vividly demonstrated in John 3:16, where "God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son." The song thus serves as a thanksgiving, an expression of profound gratitude for a love that knows no bounds.
As the song progresses, it expands on the reasons for this praise, calling God the "Giver of all good things, Merciful Father, holy King." This resonates deeply with James 1:17, affirming that "every good and perfect gift is from above," descending from the Father of the heavenly lights. It highlights God’s multifaceted character: His boundless mercy, reminiscent of Exodus 34:6-7, where He reveals Himself as "compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness," and His absolute holiness, as commanded in 1 Peter 1:16, "Be holy, because I am holy." The invitation to "Join with the angels, sing out loud, Praise Him who reigns above the clouds" further elevates the worship experience, connecting our earthly praise to the celestial chorus described in Revelation 7:11-12, where angels bow down and worship God, echoing the prophet Isaiah's vision of seraphim crying, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty." This imagery reinforces God’s supreme sovereignty and transcendence.
A particularly inspiring aspect of "Sing Alleluia" is its call to perpetual worship, captured in the lines, "O praise Him (when the morning comes), Alleluia (for the rising sun), O praise Him (when the day is done), Alleluia (praise the Lord of love)." This section powerfully conveys the idea that praise is not confined to specific times or places but is a continuous attitude, permeating every moment of our existence. It aligns perfectly with Psalm 113:3, which encourages us to praise the Lord "from the rising of the sun to its setting," and Psalm 92:2, which speaks of proclaiming God's love in the morning and His faithfulness at night. It is a reminder that every sunrise and sunset is an opportunity to acknowledge the enduring presence and unwavering love of God. The song concludes by reiterating the initial call, reinforcing the central message and solidifying its place as a profound declaration of faith and an encouragement to live a life saturated with adoration. Jennifer Knapp's "Sing Alleluia" is more than a piece of music; it's a profound scriptural meditation, a powerful tool for spiritual reflection, and an invitation to join the eternal, universal chorus of praise that honors our God and King.