Matt Redman - Songs In The Night Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse
God You can tell the waves be still
Tell the ocean roar to pass
Lord until it does
I'll wait here
God You can part the raging sea
Bring the miracle I need
Lord until it comes
I'll wait here
Chorus
And I will sing
Songs in the night
Praise in the storm
You're God in it all
And I will stand
I'll be still and know
Whatever may come
You're God in it all
Verse
And so when I am in the storm
Lord the storm is not in me
You will be my peace
I'll wait here
I'll wait here
Bridge
Your love
Your love
Won't leave me in the shadows
Oh Your love
Your love
Forever by my side
I will not be afraid
You are my song in the night
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Songs In The Night - Matt Redman (2015 New Worship Song with Lyrics)
Meaning & Inspiration
Matt Redman’s "Songs In The Night," released on June 16, 2015, as part of his album "Unbroken Praise," serves as a powerful declaration of enduring faith in the face of life’s fiercest challenges. This song dives deep into the human experience of waiting, uncertainty, and the unshakeable conviction that God remains sovereign through every storm. It is an anthem for anyone navigating seasons of hardship, reminding us that our praise and trust are not contingent on favorable circumstances, but rather a profound response to an unchanging God. The essence of the song lies in its commitment to worship and peace even when external chaos threatens to overwhelm the spirit, a message profoundly rooted in biblical truth.
The opening verses immediately establish a posture of expectant waiting, with the songwriter acknowledging God's ultimate power over creation: "God You can tell the waves be still / Tell the ocean roar to pass," and "God You can part the raging sea / Bring the miracle I need." This imagery directly echoes biblical narratives where God demonstrates His absolute authority over nature, such as Jesus calming the storm with a mere command (Mark 4:39) or the miraculous parting of the Red Sea for the Israelites (Exodus 14:21-22). However, the critical phrase "Lord until it does / I'll wait here" introduces the profound tension central to faith: believing in God's ability while humbly submitting to His timing. This isn't a passive waiting, but an active, hopeful steadfastness, much like Abraham waiting for Isaac, or the disciples waiting for the Holy Spirit. It’s a trust that God is at work, even when the evidence isn’t yet visible, aligning with the counsel in Psalm 27:14 to "Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord."
The chorus then explodes with the song’s core resolution: "And I will sing / Songs in the night / Praise in the storm / You're God in it all." This declaration channels the spirit of Job, who, after losing everything, still declared, "The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised" (Job 1:21). It also brings to mind Paul and Silas, who, despite being unjustly imprisoned and beaten, sang hymns to God at midnight (Acts 16:25). The "night" and "storm" are powerful metaphors for seasons of distress, sorrow, and confusion, yet the commitment is to offer praise, acknowledging that God's sovereignty isn't merely a concept for peaceful times, but a living reality that sustains us *through* the ordeal. The subsequent lines, "And I will stand / I'll be still and know / Whatever may come / You're God in it all," directly quote Psalm 46:10, "Be still, and know that I am God." This is an invitation to cease striving, to release control, and to rest in the unwavering truth of God’s ultimate power and presence. It’s a call to stand firm, as exhorted in Ephesians 6:13, prepared to face whatever comes with a settled heart, knowing that our Creator remains fully in control.
The second verse introduces a pivotal distinction between external turmoil and internal peace: "And so when I am in the storm / Lord the storm is not in me / You will be my peace / I'll wait here." This profound insight acknowledges that while adversity may rage around us, we can possess an inner tranquility that transcends circumstances. It echoes the promise of Philippians 4:7, where God’s peace "which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Christ himself is our peace, as Ephesians 2:14 declares, and this verse powerfully articulates the experience of Him becoming that inner sanctuary even amidst outer chaos. The repeated "I’ll wait here" reinforces the steadfast posture, a patient endurance that draws strength from divine presence.
Finally, the bridge acts as a comforting anchor, rooting the unwavering stance in God's immutable character: "Your love / Your love / Won't leave me in the shadows / Oh Your love / Your love / Forever by my side / I will not be afraid / You are my song in the night." This section emphasizes the constancy of God’s love, a love that Romans 8:38-39 assures us cannot be separated from us by anything. The "shadows" represent times of darkness, fear, or despair, yet the promise is that His love illuminates and guides. God's unwavering presence, "forever by my side," empowers us to overcome fear, just as Isaiah 41:10 encourages us not to fear, for He is with us. The culmination, "You are my song in the night," beautifully brings the theme full circle. It's not just that we *sing* songs in the night; rather, God Himself becomes the very source, the content, and the reason for our song. He is the comfort, the strength, and the hope that enables any praise to rise from the depths of despair, making Him the ultimate melody in our darkest hours. This song, therefore, is a profound theological statement and an inspiring call to worship, reminding all who encounter it that God is indeed "in it all," worthy of our complete trust and praise, no matter the season.