Matt Redman - All Praise (Sing Praise) Lyrics
Lyrics
Amazing grace
Amazing grace
That far outweighs my past mistakes
Your death became
The death of shame
I praise You for amazing grace
Up from the grave
Up from the grave
Into the dark You called my name
And brought me back to life again
I rose with You up from the grave
All praise
All praise
See the old life has gone
And the new has begun
Your name, Your name always
Jesus, You alone deserve all praise
Up from the grave
Up from the grave
Into the dark You called my name
And brought me back to life again
I rose with You up from the grave
All praise
All praise
See the old life has gone
And the new has begun
Your name, Your name always
Jesus, You alone deserve all praise
All praise
All praise
See the old life has gone
And the new has begun
Your name, Your name always
Jesus, You alone deserve all praise
You're coming soon
You're coming soon
Your promises, they all come true
God, we will fix our eyes on You
And we believe You're coming soon
Yes we will fix our eyes on You
Your promises, they all come true
All praise
All praise
See the old life has gone
And the new has begun
Your name, Your name always
Jesus, You alone deserve all praise
Jesus, You alone deserve all praise
Jesus, You alone deserve all praise
Sing praise to Him
Sing all your praise to Him
Sing praise to Him
Sing all your praise to Him
Sing praise to Him
Sing all your praise to Him
Sing praise to Him
Sing all your praise to Him
All praise
All praise
See the old life has gone
And the new has begun
Your name, Your name always
Jesus, You alone deserve all praise
Jesus, You alone deserve all praise
Jesus, You alone deserve all praise
Video
All Praise (Sing Praise) (Official Live Video) - Matt Redman
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on January 31, 2020, as part of the *Let There Be Wonder (Digital Deluxe)* album, Matt Redman’s "All Praise (Sing Praise)" stands as a profound declaration of Christian faith, weaving together themes of redemption, transformation, and eschatological hope into a compelling worship anthem. The song’s essence captures the journey from spiritual death to new life in Christ, culminating in an emphatic call to worship the One who makes it all possible. It’s a beautifully crafted lyrical testament to God's unfailing grace and ultimate sovereignty, designed to resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced the liberating power of faith.
The song immediately establishes its core message by opening with "Amazing grace," a phrase deeply embedded in Christian tradition, immediately linking itself to the profound concept that God's favor extends far beyond human merit, effectively outweighing all past transgressions. This grace, as the lyrics beautifully articulate, transforms death into life, specifically Christ's death eradicating the shame that once held us captive. This mirrors the biblical truth found in Romans 5:8, which states, "But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." The removal of shame through Christ's sacrifice brings to mind Hebrews 12:2, where Jesus endured the cross, despising its shame, for the joy set before Him. It’s a powerful reminder that our past no longer defines us because of this divine intervention, echoing the sentiment of Isaiah 1:18 where sins, though like scarlet, can be made white as snow.
Building on the theme of grace, the song shifts focus to the resurrection, proclaiming "Up from the grave... Into the dark You called my name and brought me back to life again." This imagery powerfully depicts spiritual rebirth, drawing a direct parallel between Christ's literal resurrection and the believer's spiritual awakening. Just as Jesus conquered death, believers are raised to a new life, a concept vividly described in Ephesians 2:4-5: "But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved." This new life is a direct result of being called by His name, a personal invitation out of spiritual darkness, much like Jesus calling Lazarus out of the tomb in John 11:43. The "old life has gone, and the new has begun," a direct echo of 2 Corinthians 5:17, which declares, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" This transformative experience is the very reason for the continuous declaration of "All praise," recognizing Jesus as the sole recipient of such adoration because of His redemptive work. Philippians 2:9-11 underscores this, proclaiming that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.
The latter part of the song introduces an element of future hope, affirming, "You're coming soon... Your promises, they all come true." This segment grounds the worshiper in the steadfastness of God's Word and the certainty of Christ’s return, a foundational belief for Christians. It’s a comforting declaration of assurance, directing hearts to the future fulfillment of divine promises. This echoes biblical promises in John 14:3, where Jesus assures His disciples, "I will come back and take you to be with me." The instruction to "fix our eyes on You" is a direct reference to Hebrews 12:2, which encourages believers to look to Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. This unwavering focus on Christ, both in His past work and His future coming, fuels the continuous outpouring of praise. The song concludes with a simple yet profound directive: "Sing praise to Him," a clear and unadulterated call to express gratitude and honor to God for all His acts of grace, redemption, and faithfulness. This powerful repetition serves as an emphatic final statement, ensuring the central message of worship remains undeniably clear and stirring.