Nicole C. Mullen - Forever You Reign Lyrics
Lyrics
Who can calm the raging storm?
Who can keep me safe from harm?
Who has an everlasting arm?
Nobody else, nobody else
And when I am lost, can't find my way?
When I am scared of come what may?
Who is my shelter and my strength?
Nobody else, nobody else
Blessed be Your name.
Blessed be the One
Who men and angels praise.
Blessed be Your name.
You are God and forever you reign.
You are God and forever you reign
Who can wash away my sin?
Who can cleanse me deep within?
Who conquered death and rose again?
Nobody else, nobody else.
And when life is beautiful and new.
When I? ve lost everything but you.
Whose promises will see me through?
Nobody else, nobody else.
Blessed be Your name.
Blessed be the One
Who men and angels praise.
Blessed be Your name.
You are God and forever you reign.
You are God and forever you reign
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Forever You Reign
Meaning & Inspiration
Nicole C. Mullen's "Forever You Reign," released in 2000 on her *Ultimate Hits* album, is a powerful declaration of faith that resonates deeply with its profound spiritual message. The song is built around a series of rhetorical questions that highlight humanity's need for a divine savior, all pointing to the singular truth of God's eternal sovereignty. Mullen masterfully crafts these inquiries to draw the listener into a personal reflection on their own reliance on something greater than themselves. She asks who can quell life's storms, protect from harm, or offer an everlasting arm, immediately establishing a foundation of dependence on a power beyond human capability. This echoes the Psalmist’s declaration in Psalm 46:1, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble," underscoring that no earthly solution can truly provide the security and peace that God offers.
The central thesis of "Forever You Reign" is the absolute and unending dominion of God, expressed most clearly in the recurring refrain, "You are God and forever you reign." This declaration is not merely a statement of fact but an invitation to worship and acknowledge His supreme authority. The song emphasizes that in moments of confusion and fear, when the path ahead is unclear and uncertainty looms, it is God alone who serves as our shelter and our strength. This sentiment aligns with passages like Isaiah 41:10, which promises, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Mullen’s lyric "Nobody else, nobody else" serves as a stark and absolute counterpoint to any perceived earthly comfort or self-sufficiency, driving home the exclusivity of God's role in our lives.
Furthermore, the song delves into the redemptive power of Christ, posing the question of who can cleanse sin and conquer death. The answer, delivered with unwavering conviction, is "Nobody else." This directly references the atoning work of Jesus Christ, the central tenet of Christian belief. The resurrection, a cornerstone of the faith, is highlighted as the ultimate victory over sin and death, a truth proclaimed in 1 Corinthians 15:55-57: "Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?... But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." The song also acknowledges that even in life's most beautiful and promising seasons, and conversely, in its most desolate moments when everything else is lost, it is God’s promises that sustain us. This reflects the enduring faithfulness of God, as described in Lamentations 3:22-23: "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." "Forever You Reign" is more than a song; it is a testament to the unchanging nature of God and a profound reminder of where our ultimate hope and salvation lie, encouraging listeners to fix their gaze on the One who eternally reigns.