Petra - I Will Sing Praise Lyrics
Lyrics
I will sing praise to God my King
I will sing praise
I will sing praise with my whole being
I will sing praise
(repeat)
My meditation of Him shall be sweet because I love Him
I will give my heart in celebration
And lift my voice on high
And make a joyful noise
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Petra - I Will Sing Praise
Meaning & Inspiration
"I Will Sing Praise," from Petra's 1989 album *Petra Praise - The Rock Cries Out*, is a powerful declaration of unwavering devotion and unbridled joy offered to the Almighty. This track isn't merely a musical composition; it's a sonic testament to the transformative power of faith, an invitation for listeners to engage with their Creator on a profound level. The core message of the song revolves around an intentional and complete surrender of self in the act of worship. The repetitive structure, far from being monotonous, underscores the deliberate and continuous nature of this praise. It's a conscious decision to direct one's entire existence towards God, a sentiment echoed in Psalms 103:1, "Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name!" The lyrics emphasize singing with "my whole being," a direct correlation to David's exhortation in Psalms 150:6, "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord." This isn't a passive offering; it's an active, all-encompassing engagement of one's physical, emotional, and spiritual self.
The song delves deeper, revealing the foundation of this profound worship: love for God. The line, "My meditation of Him shall be sweet because I love Him," speaks volumes about the intimacy that underpins true praise. This isn't a duty performed out of obligation, but a natural outflow from a heart that cherishes its relationship with the Divine. This speaks to the understanding found in 1 John 4:19, "We love Him because He first loved us." When one truly grasps the depth of God's prior love, the desire to meditate on His character, to ponder His goodness, becomes a source of sweetness and solace, as the song suggests. This meditation then blossoms into celebration. The act of "giving my heart in celebration" is a profound expression of gratitude and recognition of God's sovereignty and goodness. It’s the joyous response described in Psalms 95:1-2, "Oh come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation. Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving; Let us shout for joy to Him with psalms." The elevation of the voice and the making of a "joyful noise" are tangible manifestations of this inner jubilation, mirroring the vibrant worship called for throughout Scripture, from the trumpets and shouts in Joshua's time to the singing and instruments described in the Psalms. Ultimately, "I Will Sing Praise" serves as a compelling reminder that worship is not a performance, but a lifestyle rooted in love, expressed through complete dedication and the overflowing joy that comes from knowing and adoring God.