Nathaniel Bassey - Ebenezer Lyrics
Lyrics
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
When I call (You answer me)
When I am down (You lift me up)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
When I call (You answer me)
When I am down (You lift me up)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
When I call (You answer me)
When I am down (You lift me up)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
You are my stone of help
(Only You are my helper)
You are my stone of help
(Only You are my helper)
You are my stone of help
(Only You are my helper)
Anie owo etie nnte Jehovah
(Only You are my helper)
Ami mmoyom ami nkuwe
(Only You are my helper)
Anie owo etie nnte Jehovah
(Only You are my helper)
Ami mmoyom ami nkuwe
(Only You are my helper)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Only You are
My stone of help
(Only You are my helper)
You are my stone of help
(Only You are my helper)
You are my stone of help
(Only You are my helper)
You are my shield and fortress
(Only You are my helper)
You are my stone of help
(Only You are my helper)
Anie owo etie nnte Jehovah
(Only You are my helper)
You are my stone of help
(Only You are my helper)
Only You are my helper
(Only You are my helper)
Anie owo etie nnte Jehovah
(Only You are my helper)
Ami mmoyom ami nkuwe
(Only You are my helper)
You are my stone of help
(Only You are my helper)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
Ebenezer Eh (Ebenezer Eh)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
When we call You (You answer us)
When we're down (You lift us up)
My stone of help
Only You are my helper
Video
EBENEZER | NATHANIEL BASSEY feat. VICTORIA ORENZE
Meaning & Inspiration
Nathaniel Bassey's "Ebenezer," released as part of his vibrant 2023 album *Hallelujah Live*, is a profound declaration of God's unwavering faithfulness, anchored in the biblical narrative of Samuel's victory over the Philistines. The very name "Ebenezer," meaning "stone of help," directly evokes the prophet Samuel's act of setting up a stone to commemorate God's intervention, a moment recorded in 1 Samuel 7:12. This song isn't merely a musical piece; it's a spiritual testament, a living remembrance of divine assistance that echoes through the ages. Bassey masterfully crafts "Ebenezer" as a corporate declaration of praise, inviting listeners to acknowledge the "hitherto has the Lord helped us" moments in their own lives, much like Israel did after their liberation from the Philistines. The lyrics, imbued with a spirit of awe and gratitude, consistently point to God as the source of strength and deliverance, mirroring the psalmist's cry in Psalm 121:1-2, "I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." The song’s strength lies in its deep theological resonance, drawing parallels between ancient acts of salvation and the continuous provision of God in the present day. It’s a reminder that every triumph, big or small, is a testament to His covenant faithfulness, as emphasized in Lamentations 3:22-23, where it states, "Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." The live setting of *Hallelujah Live* further amplifies the song's message, creating an atmosphere of shared worship and collective testimony. "Ebenezer" serves as a powerful anthem for the Church, encouraging a posture of perpetual reliance on God and celebrating His enduring presence as a constant foundation for hope and victory, reminding us that in Christ, we have a Helper who is with us always, even to the end of the age (Matthew 28:20).