Newsboys - All Creatures Of Our God And King Lyrics
Lyrics
All creatures of our God and King,
Lift up your voice and with us sing,
Alleluia! Alleluia!
Thou burning sun with golden beam,
Thou silver moon with softer gleam!
O praise Him, O praise Him!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Thou rushing wind that art so strong,
Ye clouds that sail in heaven along,
O praise Him! Alleluia!
Thou rising morn, in praise rejoice,
Ye lights of evening, find a voice!
O praise Him, O praise Him!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
And all ye men of tender heart,
Forgiving others, take your part,
O sing ye! Alleluia!
Ye who long pain and sorrow bear,
Praise God and on Him cast your care!
O praise Him, O praise Him!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Praise God from Whom all blessings flow,
Praise Him all creatures here below,
Alleluia! Alleluia!
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host,
Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Alleluia! Alleluia!
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Newsboys - All Creatures
Meaning & Inspiration
Newsboys' rendition of "All Creatures of Our God and King," featured on their 2014 album *Hallelujah For the Cross*, takes a timeless hymn and infuses it with a modern energy that amplifies its profound message of universal praise. This song is not merely a musical arrangement; it’s an invitation, a theological statement, and a vibrant expression of faith, drawing deeply from the wellspring of Scripture to articulate an all-encompassing adoration of the Creator. The core of the song’s meaning lies in its radical inclusivity, calling upon every facet of existence—from the celestial bodies to the deepest human experiences—to join in singing praises to God. This echoes the Psalmist's exhortation in Psalm 148, which systematically calls upon the heavens, the earth, and all its inhabitants to praise the Lord.
The lyrics artfully paint a picture of creation itself as a choir, with the sun and moon bearing witness to God's glory, a concept deeply rooted in Old Testament imagery where the heavens declare the handiwork of God (Psalm 19:1). The wind and clouds are personified as active participants in this divine symphony, highlighting God's sovereignty over the natural world, a theme consistently present from Genesis to Revelation. For Christians, this extends beyond mere appreciation of beauty; it’s an acknowledgment of the sustaining power of God, as described in passages like Isaiah 40:26, which speaks of God leading out the starry host and calling them by name. The song’s progression then shifts to humanity, specifically addressing those with "tender heart" and those who endure "pain and sorrow." This is a crucial element, transforming the hymn from a purely cosmic declaration into a deeply personal and relational act of worship. It speaks to the Christian understanding that God's love and call to praise are not reserved for the perfect or the fortunate, but extend to the broken and the struggling.
The verses encouraging forgiveness and casting cares upon God are particularly resonant with the teachings of Jesus. The call for "tender heart" and "forgiving others" directly reflects the command to love one another as Christ has loved us (John 13:34-35) and the parable of the unforgiving servant (Matthew 18:21-35), emphasizing the transformative power of grace. For those bearing burdens, the assurance that they can "Praise God and on Him cast your care" directly quotes and reinforces the command found in 1 Peter 5:7: "Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you." This is not a passive plea but an active surrender, finding peace and strength in God’s unwavering presence even amidst hardship. The climactic stanza, a direct echo of Isaac Watts' "Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow," solidifies the song's Trinitarian theology. It declares God as the source of all goodness, the Father who orchestrates creation, the Son who redeems humanity, and the Holy Spirit who indwells and guides believers. This final, exultant "Alleluia!" serves as a powerful, unified affirmation of the Triune God, acknowledging His supremacy and the unending flow of His blessings upon all creation and His people. Newsboys' energetic performance amplifies this theological depth, making "All Creatures of Our God and King" not just a song of praise, but a robust declaration of God's magnificent reign over all things, past, present, and future.