Jonathan Butler - Who Is Like The Lord Lyrics
Lyrics
Who put the sun up in the sky
Who takes away the pain inside
Who put the rain up in the moon
Can even make the flowers bloom
Who gives the babies their names
Paul, John, and Peter, and James
Who's the One in the midst of the flame
The Great I Am is His name
Chorus:
Who is like the Lord
Nobody, nobody repeats
Who supplies all that you need
More than you can ever receive
Who's the One that will carry you through
When no one else was there to hold you
Who was there in the middle of the night
To keep you safe and turn off the light
Who's the One in the midst of the prayer
The Great I Am is His name
Chorus - repeats
Who gives the babies their names
Paul, John, and Peter, and James
Who's the One in the midst of the flame
The Great I Am is His name
Back to Chorus
Can't nobody do me like You, Jesus
Can't nobody do me like You
Can't nobody do me like You
Back to Chorus and out
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Who Is Like The Lord
Meaning & Inspiration
Jonathan Butler’s "Who Is Like The Lord," released on September 25, 2012, as part of his album *Grace and Mercy*, stands as a powerful testament to God's unparalleled nature and unwavering faithfulness. This song is an eloquent call to reflection, presenting a series of rhetorical questions that guide the soul towards a profound understanding of the Almighty, ultimately declaring His incomparable greatness and boundless care.
The essence of "Who Is Like The Lord" delves into the very core of Christian faith, unfolding a narrative of God's omnipotence, omnipresence, and intimate involvement in creation and individual lives. The opening lines immediately set a tone of wonder, asking about the one who "put the sun up in the sky" and "takes away the pain inside," pointing directly to God as the sovereign Creator and compassionate Healer. This echoes the sentiment of Psalm 19:1, which proclaims that "The heavens declare the glory of God," and Isaiah 41:10, where God reassures us, "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Even the unique imagery of "who put the rain up in the moon" can be understood as a poetic expression of God’s complete dominion over all creation, from the vast celestial bodies to the delicate act of making "the flowers bloom," reflecting His meticulous attention to beauty and life, as seen in Matthew 6:28-30 concerning the lilies of the field.
The song then transitions to God's personal connection with humanity, asking "Who gives the babies their names / Paul, John, and Peter, and James." While parents choose names, this profound statement points to God's ultimate sovereignty and foreknowledge over every individual, knowing us even before we are formed, as stated in Psalm 139:13-16 and Jeremiah 1:5. He knows our identity and purpose, even before we are given a human name. The powerful question, "Who's the One in the midst of the flame / The Great I Am is His name," directly references the biblical account of Moses at the burning bush in Exodus 3:14, identifying God as the eternal, self-existent One who is present with His people even in their fiery trials, as He was with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3. This declaration solidifies God's unwavering presence and power in all circumstances.
The resounding chorus, "Who is like the Lord / Nobody, nobody repeats / Who supplies all that you need / More than you can ever receive / Who's the One that will carry you through / When no one else was there to hold you," serves as the anchor of the song’s message. It is a direct affirmation of God's incomparability, echoing Scriptures like Isaiah 40:18, "To whom then will you liken God? Or what likeness will you compare to Him?" It celebrates His boundless provision, aligning with Philippians 4:19, "My God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus." Furthermore, the assurance that He carries us through when all others fail resonates deeply with Deuteronomy 31:6 and Psalm 46:1, which declare God as our ever-present help and refuge.
The narrative continues to affirm God's ceaseless vigilance, asking "Who was there in the middle of the night / To keep you safe and turn off the light," a beautiful portrayal of His protective nature, reminiscent of Psalm 121:3-4, "He who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep." The inquiry, "Who's the One in the midst of the prayer," underscores God’s active presence and responsiveness when we call upon Him, assuring us that He draws near to those who seek Him (James 4:8) and hears the prayers of His people (Jeremiah 29:12). The song culminates in a personal testimony, "Can't nobody do me like You, Jesus," a heartfelt declaration of unique devotion and experience of God's transformative love and power. This powerful statement personalizes the grand theological truths, making them real and experiential for every believer. Through "Who Is Like The Lord," Jonathan Butler delivers not just a song, but a profound worship experience, enriching faith and affirming the matchless majesty of God.