John P. Kee - They That Wait Lyrics
Lyrics
(opening)
Listen!!
for those of you who are going through
for those of us that are waiting on his promise
understand god has not forgotten you
when times get tough, you got to look
up to heaven and encourage yourself and say...
(Chorus)
They that wait on the LORD
shall renew their strength
They shall mount up on wings
just like an eagle and soar
they shall run and not be weary
they shall walk and never faint
they that
wait on the lord
and i say wait on the lord
Verse 1
hold on a little while longer
heres what you got to do
(just believe) trust and believe my friend
(he'll work it out for)he'll work it out for you ou,ou,ou
one thing you must remember
my god is able and he
cares for you(cares for you come on)
he cares for you
(bridge)
(lets say it like this)
wait on the lord an he will come through
wait on the lord he will answer you
wait on the lord and he wont be long
wait on the lord it gonna work for
(work for they that wait what)
(chorus)
they that wait on the lord
(shall) shall renew (their) their strength
(they) they shall mount up on wings
(just like an eagle and soar)
like an eagle and soar
they shall run and (not be weary ay) not be weary
they shall walk and(never faint) never faint
(they that wait on the lord an i say what)
they that wait on the lord
wait on the lord
Verse 2
(now go tell somebody you close to)
hold on a little while longer
(un here's) here's what you gotta do
(just tell them this) trust and believe my friend
(he'll) he'll work it out for you ou, ou, ou
one thing you must remember
my god is able
and he cares for you (care's for you yeah)
cares for you
(bridge)
wait on the lord an he will come through
wait on the lord he will answer you
wait on the lord and he wont be long
wait on (John P . Kee help me)
(special)
they that wait up on him
shall have renewed strength
they shall mount up on wings
like eagles that soar
(tell them how you feel)
im so glad
that i learned how to wait
in the midst of my waiting
i get a blessing everyday
(chorus)
they that wait on the lord
shall renew their strength
they shall mount up on wings
like an eagle an soar
they shall run and not be weary
they shall walk and never faint
they that wait on the lord
wait on the lord
(bridge)
wait on the lord an he will come through
wait on the lord he will answer you
wait on the lord and he wont be long
wait on the lord it gonna work for
let me let me, let me see you break it down for me
let me see you break it down for me
wave your hands
and shake your head
stomp your feet and tell your neighbor
(special 2)
hold on a little while longer hold on hold on x4
dont give up dont give up dont give up wa
it on him wait on him x2
wait on him repeat x11
i can i will wait on him repeat till end
Video
They That Wait
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on November 9, 2014, John P. Kee's "They That Wait" emerges as a powerful testament to unwavering faith and the enduring strength found in patient reliance on God. The song is fundamentally a sermon set to music, directly addressing individuals navigating difficult seasons and uncertainties, reminding them that their present struggles do not signify divine oversight. It is born from a deep well of spiritual understanding, encouraging listeners to look upward, find solace, and self-inspire by recalling God's promises. The lyrical foundation is rooted in the profound biblical promise found in Isaiah 40:31, which states, "but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Kee masterfully unpacks this ancient wisdom, transforming it into an accessible and uplifting anthem for contemporary believers.
The core message of "They That Wait" is one of perseverance rooted in divine assurance. Kee emphasizes that waiting on the Lord is not a passive act of idleness, but an active posture of trust and belief. He urges the listener to "hold on a little while longer," reinforcing the idea that God's timing is perfect and His plan is in motion, even when unseen. The repetition of phrases like "trust and believe" and "he'll work it out for you" serves to engrain this conviction, drawing parallels to scriptures such as Romans 8:28, which assures believers that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." The song acknowledges the human inclination towards weariness and faintness during prolonged periods of waiting, but counters this with the divine promise of renewed strength. This renewed vigor is depicted not just as endurance, but as an elevated capacity to overcome, symbolized by the powerful imagery of eagles soaring. This symbolism is biblically resonant, often representing divine protection and swift intervention, as seen in passages like Exodus 19:4 where God tells Moses, "I carried you on eagles’ wings and brought you to myself."
Kee's delivery and the song's structure amplify its impact. The opening is direct and conversational, immediately drawing the listener into a shared experience of waiting. The chorus acts as a spiritual anchor, repeatedly affirming the central promise. The verses and bridges provide practical exhortations, encouraging immediate action in the form of belief and trust, while the interludes and ad-libs inject an element of communal worship and personal testimony. The recurring bridge, "wait on the lord and he will come through... he will answer you... and he won't be long," echoes the persistent prayer found throughout Scripture, like the parable of the persistent widow in Luke 18:1-8, which highlights the efficacy of unwavering prayer. The special sections, particularly the personal declaration of being "so glad that I learned how to wait" and receiving a blessing "in the midst of my waiting," offer a profound insight into the transformative power of this spiritual discipline. This personal testament aligns with the wisdom found in Psalm 27:14: "Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD." Ultimately, "They That Wait" is more than just a song; it is a spiritual discipline articulated, a lyrical roadmap to navigating life's trials with grace and an unshakeable foundation of faith in God's faithfulness, reminding us that true strength and ultimate triumph are found not in our own efforts, but in patient and confident waiting on the Lord.