Misha Goetz + Joshua Aaron - God Almighty Reigns Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1:
Here we wait for You
Longing for the day to be with You
And all You said You’ll do
Because we know that all Your promises are true
Oh we know that all Your promises are true
Chorus:
Lift up your voice and say our God is worthy to be praised
Forever we will shout Your Name
God Almighty reigns
Our God reigns
Verse 2:
Before the world began
You set into motion all Your plans
You sent a spotless Lamb
King of Heaven humbled as a man
You’re the King of heaven humbled as a man
Chorus:
Lift up your voice and say our God is worthy to be praised
Forever we will shout Your Name
God Almighty reigns
Our God reigns (x2)
Bridge:
Let all the earth sing Hallelujah
Lift up your eyes and see Him coming
Glory and power and Salvation
Belong to our God (x2)
Chorus:
Lift up your voice and say our God is worthy to be praised
Forever we will shout Your Name
God Almighty reigns
Our God reigns (x2)
Turnaround:
Here we wait for You
Longing for the day to be with You
Video
God Almighty Reigns | Misha Goetz (featuring Joshua Aaron)
Meaning & Inspiration
The collaborative worship anthem "God Almighty Reigns" by Misha Goetz and Joshua Aaron, released on October 7, 2022, as part of the album *A Time for Everything*, offers a profound meditation on God's sovereignty, faithfulness, and the believer's enduring hope. This powerful track bypasses fleeting trends to deliver a timeless message rooted deeply in scriptural truth, crafted to uplift and anchor the hearts of all who engage with its declaration. It serves as a reminder of the unshakable foundation of faith in an ever-changing world, inviting communal participation in praise and anticipation.
The song immediately establishes a posture of hopeful expectation, opening with the poignant lines that speak of "waiting for You" and "longing for the day to be with You." This sentiment resonates deeply with the ancient longing expressed in Psalm 42:1-2, "As a deer pants for flowing streams, so pants my soul for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When shall I come and appear before God?" It captures the universal spiritual yearning for closer communion with the Divine and the fulfillment of God's perfect plan. The conviction that "all Your promises are true" echoes the steadfast assurance found throughout scripture, notably in 2 Corinthians 1:20, which declares that "all the promises of God find their Yes in Him." This affirmation grounds the believer's hope not in mere desire, but in the unwavering character of God Himself, who "is not a man, that he should lie" (Numbers 23:19).
The chorus acts as a resounding call to corporate worship, urging listeners to "Lift up your voice and say our God is worthy to be praised." This directive aligns with countless biblical exhortations to praise, such as Psalm 18:3, which proclaims, "I call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies." The declaration "Forever we will shout Your Name, God Almighty reigns, Our God reigns" is a powerful affirmation of divine sovereignty, echoing passages like Psalm 47:8, "God reigns over the nations; God is seated on his holy throne." It’s a bold statement not only of adoration but of conviction, proclaiming God's eternal dominion over all creation, a truth that offers immense comfort and strength amidst life's uncertainties. The repetition reinforces the unwavering nature of this truth, solidifying it in the listener's spirit.
Moving into the second verse, the song expands its theological scope, tracing God's plan from eternity past: "Before the world began, You set into motion all Your plans." This reflects the profound truth of God's pre-existent knowledge and deliberate design, articulated in Ephesians 1:4-5, "even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him." The narrative then gracefully transitions to the apex of God's redemptive strategy: "You sent a spotless Lamb, King of Heaven humbled as a man." This powerful imagery directly references Jesus Christ, identified as the "Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world" (John 1:29), whose sinless perfection qualified Him as the ultimate sacrifice (1 Peter 1:19). The profound paradox of the "King of Heaven humbled as a man" speaks to the incarnation, the cornerstone of Christian faith, where Christ "made himself nothing, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men" (Philippians 2:7). This verse beautifully encapsulates the eternal scope of God's love and His intricate plan for salvation.
The bridge elevates the song's reach, inviting all of creation to participate in worship: "Let all the earth sing Hallelujah." This universal call to praise finds its parallel in Psalm 150:6, "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!" It then turns the gaze toward the future, commanding, "Lift up your eyes and see Him coming." This line evokes the eschatological hope of Christ's return, a promise reiterated in Revelation 1:7, "Behold, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him." The subsequent declaration, "Glory and power and Salvation, Belong to our God," is a profound act of attribution, acknowledging God as the sole source of these divine attributes. Revelation 7:10 reinforces this, shouting, "Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!" This portion of the song serves as both a present act of worship and a future-focused declaration of ultimate triumph.
The turnaround brings the song full circle, echoing the initial themes of anticipation: "Here we wait for You, Longing for the day to be with You." This repetition skillfully reinforces the central message of patient, expectant faith that began the song. It ensures that the journey through God's eternal plan and His reigning sovereignty culminates back in the personal, longing heart of the believer. The song is not merely a statement of theological truths but an immersive experience of worship that connects the listener's present hope with God's past faithfulness and future promises. "God Almighty Reigns" stands as a testament to God's unchanging nature and an invitation for all to join in the eternal anthem of His praise, an inspiring musical expression designed to cultivate profound spiritual connection and unwavering trust in the One who reigns supreme.