Kirk Franklin - A God Like You Lyrics
Lyrics
Everybody wanna be like you
They want power and praise like you
But see there is no god like our God
There's no one like you
Who gave their life like you?
And who paid our price like you?
See there's only one God that's our God
There's no one like you
Who can touch like you
Or heal us like you do
We stumble and we stray
'Til you always get us through
Who makes all things new
And comes to our rescue
Death, hell and the grave
They could not conquer you
You became just like me
To unlock and set free
This prisoner that was deeply wounded and redeemed
The me I could not see
Everybody wanna be like you
They want power and praise like you
But see there is no god like our God
There's no one like you
Who gave their life like you?
And who paid our price like you?
See there's only one God that's our God
There's no one like you
Some may worship things
But what joy do they bring?
They try and hide the stains
But can they set us free?
See where would we be
Without Calvary
A king upon a tree?
So the whole world can see
You became just like me
To unlock and set free
This prisoner that was deeply wounded and redeemed
The me I could not see
Everybody wanna be like you
They want power and praise like you
But see there is no god like our God
There's no one like you
Who gave their life like you?
And who paid our price like you?
See there's only one God that's our God
There's no one like you
Healer, father, savior
Counselor, friend, provider
You was, is and forever
That's why I just wanna be where you are
I'll travel life with you no matter how far
Healer, father, savior
Counselor, friend, provider
You was, is and forever
That's why I just wanna be where you are
I'll travel life with you no matter how far
Hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey
Became just like me
To unlock and set free
This prisoner that was deeply wounded and redeemed
The me I could not see
Everybody wanna be like you
They want power and praise like you
But see there is no god like our God
There's no one like you
Who gave their life like you?
And who paid our price like you?
See there's only one God that's our God
There's no one like you
There's no one like you
There's no one like you
There's no god like our God
There's no one like you
There's no one like you
There's no one like you
There's no one like you
There's no one like you
There's no one like you
There's no one like you
There's no one like you
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Kirk Franklin - A God Like You (Lyric Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Kirk Franklin's "A God Like You," released on February 29, 2012, stands as a powerful testament to the unparalleled nature of God, a truth deeply woven into the fabric of Scripture. The song doesn't just present a theological concept; it invites listeners into a profound contemplation of divine uniqueness, drawing parallels with Old Testament declarations that proclaim God’s singularity. Franklin’s message echoes the Psalmist's cry in Psalm 86:8, which states, "Among the gods there is none like you, Lord; no deeds can compare with yours." This sentiment is central to "A God Like You," as it confronts any tendency to dilute or compare God's power and majesty with earthly rulers, idols, or even our own limited understanding. The song’s lyrical exploration, though not overtly narrative, builds an atmosphere of awe, reminding us that our God is beyond human comprehension and comparison, a theme consistently reinforced in Isaiah where God declares, "Before me no god was formed, nor will there be one after me" (Isaiah 43:10). The very act of naming and praising a God "like you" is an acknowledgment of His inherent, inimitable glory, a concept that underpins the entire worship tradition. This emphasis on God's distinctiveness serves to elevate Him above all else, aligning with the biblical instruction found in Philippians 2:9-11, which speaks of God highly exalting Jesus and commanding that every knee bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Franklin's contribution, in essence, is a modern-day anthem affirming the ancient truth that there is simply no other deity or power that can rival the God of creation, redemption, and ultimate authority, a truth that should inspire unwavering devotion and reliance.