Nosa + Folabi Nuel - If God Be For Me Lyrics
Lyrics
What can separate
Seperate me from the love of christ
What can stand against
Stand against the perfect love
Though the storms and ocean rise
Still I lift mine eyes
His every word my guiding light
Oh oh oh I'm one with God by covenant
And of this I'm confident
He'll perfect what He began
So what shall to this
Eeeh eeh ya eeh, he goes before me eya eh
Eeeh eeh ya eeh, he goes before me eya eh
What can overturn
Overturn the finished work of Christ
Who can lay a charge
Against the one God has justified
Though am pressed from every side
There is a treasure deep inside
That the darkness cannot hide oh oh oh
My pulse, my hope my joy I find
In the never ending light
Christ in me and I in christ
Eeeh eeh ya eeh, he goes before me eya eh
If God be for me
oooh ooh oh
This is my testimony
This is my song
The king of Zion is for me
If God be for me
Eeh eya eh
Not the highest heights in heaven
Not the lowest depths in hell
Can take away my confidence
If God be for me
Video
Nosa - If God Be For Me (feat. Folabi Nuel) [Official Video]
Meaning & Inspiration
The official video for "If God Be For Me" by Nosa featuring Folabi Nuel arrived on May 3, 2020, bringing a powerful declaration set to a compelling melody. At its core, the song wraps itself around the profound truth found in Romans 8:31, posing the ultimate rhetorical question: "If God is for us, who can be against us?" This isn't merely a catchy phrase but the bedrock of Christian assurance, explored deeply throughout the eighth chapter of Romans, which speaks of the believer's secure position in Christ, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the certainty of future glory despite present suffering. The song draws strength from this scriptural foundation, reminding everyone who feels overwhelmed or challenged that divine support outweighs all opposition.
The collaboration between Nosa and Folabi Nuel brings this message to life with distinct yet complementary voices. Their delivery feels personal and authentic, conveying a sense of lived experience with the truth they sing about. The music itself provides a sturdy, uplifting backdrop, building in intensity as the declaration of faith gains momentum. It avoids unnecessary complexity, allowing the central message to remain clear and resonant. This intentional simplicity in the arrangement directs full attention to the weight of the words and the unshakable promise they contain, making the truth of God's unwavering support the undisputed focus from start to finish.
Analyzing the message further, the song isn't just stating a theological point; it's a bold stand of faith in the face of adversity. It echoes the confidence found in Hebrews 13:5-6, which declares, "The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?" It also resonates with the protective promise in Isaiah 54:17, "no weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed." The song takes these assurances and presents them as a present reality for the believer. It’s a declaration of victory rooted not in one's own strength or circumstances, but solely in the identity and power of the One who is for us. This perspective is crucial because it shifts the focus away from the size of the challenge and onto the infinite capacity of God.
The depth of "If God Be For Me" is amplified when considered within the full context of Romans 8. The chapter begins by stating there is "no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus" (Romans 8:1) and culminates in the triumphant assurance that nothing, absolutely nothing – no trouble, hardship, persecution, famine, nakedness, danger, or sword – "will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord" (Romans 8:35-39). The song taps into this deep well of security, allowing those singing or listening to connect their present struggles with the ultimate, unassailable position they have in God. It serves as a musical anchor for faith during stormy seasons, encouraging perseverance because the outcome is already determined by God's unwavering allegiance to His children. It prompts a response of trust and confidence, knowing that if the Creator of the universe is on your side, then the outcome is secure, and any opposing force is ultimately rendered powerless in the grand scheme of His purposes.