Maverick City Music + UpperRoom Music - Getting Ready Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1:
What an honor to be invited
To the marriage of the Lamb,
To come and worship Him
Celebration it’s the joining of
the Bride and the Son, the two becoming one
Pre-chorus:
All the prophecies fulfilled in a moment
So we sing
Chorus:
Like the roar of many waters
Like the sound of rolling thunder
Hallelujah, give him glory
For the marriage of the Lamb is coming
We’re getting ready
Verse 2:
Filled with wonder, as we behold the man
with fire in his eyes, the very Word of God
You are worthy Every kingdom, every nation bowing down
We’ll crown you with many crowns
Pre-chorus
Every creed and tribe and tongue declaring
In unity
Chorus:
Like the roar of many waters
Like the sound of rolling thunder
Hallelujah, give him glory
For the marriage of the Lamb is coming (repeat second half at will)
Post-chorus:
We’re getting ready
We’re getting ready
We’re getting ready for you
Bridge:
We’ll shout ‘til the whole world hears it
We’ll sing ‘til the whole world knows
King Jesus is Faithful
He is the Blessed Hope
Video
Getting Ready - Maverick City Music x UPPERROOM
Meaning & Inspiration
"Getting Ready" by Maverick City Music and UpperRoom Music, released on November 20, 2020, as part of the album *You Hold It All Together*, is far more than just a song; it’s a profound prophetic declaration and an urgent call to prepare. This collaboration masterfully weaves together the anticipation of Christ’s return with the present reality of worship, drawing deeply from the imagery of the Book of Revelation to paint a vivid picture of eternity. The track immediately immerses one into the grandeur of the ultimate divine union, prompting introspection on what it truly means to be invited to the "marriage of the Lamb," a powerful concept directly from Revelation 19:7, where we read, "Let us rejoice and exult and give him the glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his Bride has made herself ready." This sacred invitation is presented as the highest honor, highlighting the Church's unique position as the Bride, destined to become one with the Son, a theological truth echoed in Ephesians 5:31-32, which likens the mystery of marriage to Christ and the Church.
The song’s core message quickly moves from the privilege of invitation to the assurance of fulfillment. The pre-chorus declaring, "All the prophecies fulfilled in a moment," serves as a poignant reminder that every word spoken by God, every promise made across generations, converges into this single, glorious event. This is not merely wishful thinking but a confident affirmation of God’s faithfulness to His Word, signifying the culmination of human history as described throughout the Old and New Testaments. This immediate shift to the complete and unified fulfillment of divine promises sets a powerful tone of unshakeable hope and certain victory.
As the chorus unfolds, the soundscape it describes is nothing short of majestic, mirroring Revelation 19:6: "Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of many waters and like mighty peals of thunder, shouting: 'Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty reigns.'" The imagery of "the roar of many waters" and "the sound of rolling thunder" vividly portrays a collective worship experience of immense scale and power, a universal crescendo of praise. This is the sound of heaven, a multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language giving glory to God, as envisioned in Revelation 7:9-10. The repeated declaration, "Hallelujah, give him glory / For the marriage of the Lamb is coming / We’re getting ready," is not just a statement of future hope but an active engagement with that future, an urgent, present call for believers to ready themselves for this pivotal event.
The second verse deepens the awe, shifting focus to the majesty of Christ Himself. "Filled with wonder, as we behold the man with fire in his eyes, the very Word of God" draws directly from the profound description of Jesus in Revelation 1:14-16, where His eyes are like "flame of fire" and His face shines like the "sun in its full strength." He is portrayed as the living embodiment of divine truth and authority, the Logos (John 1:1), deserving of every fiber of our worship. The lyric "Every kingdom, every nation bowing down / We’ll crown you with many crowns" powerfully evokes Revelation 5:9-10 and Revelation 11:15, which prophesy a future where every earthly authority will acknowledge Christ's sovereignty, and He will receive the multitude of crowns symbolizing ultimate dominion, as seen in Revelation 19:12. This universal homage is not forced but a willing, unified declaration of His worthiness.
The pre-chorus repetition, "Every creed and tribe and tongue declaring / In unity," further amplifies this vision of global worship, underscoring that the praise offered to Jesus will transcend all earthly divisions, bringing together a vast multitude as described in Revelation 7:9. It’s a picture of perfect harmony and devotion. The post-chorus simply yet powerfully reiterates, "We’re getting ready / We’re getting ready / We’re getting ready for you," emphasizing the active, personal preparation required from each believer. This "getting ready" is an ongoing process of sanctification and watchful anticipation, a call to live lives that reflect the purity and readiness of the Bride for her Groom, aligning with 1 John 3:2-3, which speaks of purifying ourselves in hope of seeing Him as He is.
Finally, the bridge acts as a fervent missionary charge and an anchor of hope. "We’ll shout ‘til the whole world hears it / We’ll sing ‘til the whole world knows" is a testament to the church's enduring mission to proclaim the good news of Jesus to every corner of the earth. This powerful declaration is followed by the unwavering truth: "King Jesus is Faithful / He is the Blessed Hope." This affirmation of Christ's unwavering faithfulness resonates deeply with passages like Hebrews 10:23 and 2 Timothy 2:13, reminding us that He remains true even when we are not. He is indeed the "Blessed Hope" (Titus 2:13), the glorious expectation and ultimate salvation for all humanity. "Getting Ready" is an invigorating anthem that seamlessly blends prophetic truth with a present call to worship and preparation, fostering a spirit of hopeful anticipation and active readiness within the body of Christ. It’s a powerful reminder of our ultimate destiny and the profound privilege of being part of the divine unfolding narrative.