Matt Redman - We Praise You Lyrics
Lyrics
Let praise be a weapon that silences the enemy
Let praise be a weapon that conquers all anxiety
Let it rise, let praise arise
We sing Your name in the dark and it changes everything
We sing with all we are and we claim Your Victory
Let it rise, let praise arise
We’ll see You break down every wall,
We’ll watch the giants fall
Fear cannot survive when we praise You
The God of breakthrough’s on our side,
Forever lift Him high
With all creation cry,
“God we praise You”
Let faith be the song that overcomes the raging sea
Let faith be the song that calms the storm inside of me
Let it rise, let faith arise
This is what living looks like, this is what freedom feels like
This is what heaven sounds like, we praise You, we praise You
This is what living looks like, this is what freedom feels like
This is what heaven sounds like, we praise You, we praise You
Video
We Praise You (Official Live Video) - Matt Redman
Meaning & Inspiration
Matt Redman’s "We Praise You," released on January 31, 2020, as part of his *Let There Be Wonder (Digital Deluxe)* album, immediately establishes itself as a powerful anthem of spiritual warfare and steadfast faith. This song arrives at a crucial time, offering a resounding declaration that praise is not merely an expression of devotion but a potent force in the face of life's challenges. It centers on the profound biblical truth that our worship can actively dismantle the spiritual strongholds of anxiety and fear, turning our focus from the daunting circumstances to the unshakeable nature of God’s sovereignty.
The song’s core message begins by proclaiming praise as a weapon, echoing a theme prevalent throughout Scripture. The opening lines assert that praise silences the enemy and conquers anxiety, drawing parallels to instances like Jehoshaphat’s victory in 2 Chronicles 20, where worship preceded battle and God intervened. It reminds us of Paul and Silas in Acts 16, whose prison chains were broken not by striving, but by singing hymns of praise in their darkest hour. This isn't just a metaphor; it’s an active spiritual principle that shifts our perspective from internal turmoil to an external, all-powerful God. To "sing Your name in the dark" speaks to the unwavering conviction that even in despair, the acknowledgment of God’s presence transforms our reality, as described in Psalm 139:12, where darkness is as light to Him.
As the song progresses, it builds upon the idea of faith and praise manifesting divine intervention. The declaration, "We’ll see You break down every wall, We’ll watch the giants fall," powerfully evokes biblical narratives of God’s miraculous power. This calls to mind the walls of Jericho crumbling at the sound of trumpets and shouts of the people (Joshua 6:20), and David’s courageous stand against Goliath, an act of faith against seemingly insurmountable odds (1 Samuel 17). It’s a bold affirmation that fear cannot coexist with genuine praise; when we elevate God through worship, our fears diminish, as Psalm 27:1 attests: "The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?" The song confidently declares that the "God of breakthrough's on our side," reinforcing the promise found in Exodus 14:14, where the Lord fights for His people, bringing them through impossible situations.
Further into the message, the song introduces faith as an equally transformative force, describing it as "the song that overcomes the raging sea" and "calms the storm inside of me." This imagery directly connects to Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee, where His command brought immediate peace to turbulent waters and terrified disciples (Mark 4:39). It speaks to the personal, internal battles we all face, illustrating how active faith can quiet the anxieties and worries that rage within our souls, aligning with Philippians 4:6-7, which encourages us to present our requests to God with thanksgiving, and His peace will guard our hearts and minds. Faith, here, isn't passive belief, but an active, spoken declaration that reshapes our internal landscape and external circumstances.
The concluding lines offer a profound summation of the song’s uplifting message, asserting that this active praise and unwavering faith define what "living looks like," what "freedom feels like," and what "heaven sounds like." This paints a vibrant picture of the abundant life promised by Christ (John 10:10), a life characterized by spiritual liberation from sin and fear (Galatians 5:1). It implies that our earthly worship is a foretaste of the eternal praise continuously offered in heaven, where creation joins in ceaseless adoration (Revelation 4:8-11). "We Praise You" therefore serves as a vital reminder that our worship is not just a Sunday activity, but a dynamic, potent lifestyle that empowers us to navigate life’s complexities with divine strength and joyful anticipation of God’s unfailing breakthroughs.