Matt Redman - 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus
Bless the Lord, O my soul
O my soul
Worship His holy name
Sing like never before
O my soul
I'll worship Your holy name
The sun comes up, it's a new day dawning
It's time to sing Your song again
Whatever may pass, and whatever lies before me
Let me be singing when the evening comes
Chorus
Bless the Lord, O my soul
O my soul
Worship His holy name
Sing like never before
O my soul
I'll worship Your holy name
You're rich in love, and You're slow to anger
Your name is great, and Your heart is kind
For all Your goodness I will keep on singing
Ten thousand reasons for my heart to find
Chorus
Bless the Lord, O my soul
O my soul
Worship His holy name
Sing like never before
O my soul
I'll worship Your holy name
And on that day when my strength is failing
The end draws near and my time has come
Still my soul will sing Your praise unending
Ten thousand years and then forevermore
Chorus x2
Bless the Lord, O my soul
O my soul
Worship His holy name
Sing like never before
O my soul
I'll worship Your holy name
Jesus, I'll worship Your holy name
Lord, I'll worship Your holy name
Sing like never before
O my soul
I'll worship Your holy name
Jesus, I'll worship Your holy name
I'll worship Your holy name
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Matt Redman - 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)
Meaning & Inspiration
Matt Redman's "10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)," released on July 5, 2012, is a profound testament to the enduring power of gratitude and the multifaceted nature of God's goodness. The song draws its central inspiration directly from Psalm 103, a rich outpouring of David's soul acknowledging the Lord's many benefits. Redman masterfully captures the Psalmist's expansive praise, articulating a deep well of reasons to bless the Lord, even when faced with the trials of life. The core message isn't just about circumstantial happiness, but a deliberate, commanded act of worship rooted in God's unchanging character and His redemptive work. This resonates powerfully with the repeated exhortation in Psalm 103:1-2, "Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name." The song explores how God's faithfulness endures through generations, a theme echoed in Psalm 100:5: "For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." The lyrics speak of God's mercy, His forgiveness of sins – a direct reflection of lines like Psalm 103:3, "He heals all your diseases" and Psalm 103:10, "He does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our wickedness." Furthermore, the song points to God's righteous actions and justice, aligning with Psalm 103:6, "The Lord works righteousness and justice for all the oppressed." Even in moments of weariness or when the reasons for praise seem hidden, the song encourages a steadfast, unyielding worship, much like the Psalmist's resolve. It’s a call to remember God's consistent provision and unfailing love, even when circumstances don't immediately confirm it, reminding us that our blessing of the Lord is not dependent on our understanding but on His inherent worth. The immense scope of "10,000 Reasons" is to cultivate a habit of mind that constantly looks for God's grace, recognizing that even a lifetime is insufficient to fully enumerate His blessings.