Lyrics
Chorus (x2)
Awesome God, Mighty God!
Awesome God, Mighty God!
Awesome God, Mighty God!
We give you praise, Awesome God!
We give you praise, Mighty God!
You're highly lifted up, Awesome God!
You're highly lifted up, Mighty God!
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Meaning & Inspiration
“Awesome God, Mighty God” is a compact declaration of praise. Its lyrics repeat three core ideas: God is awesome, God is mighty, and God is highly exalted. The singers’s response is simple and direct—to give him praise. Because the words are short and recurring, the song has the feel of a congregational refrain that can be learned and sung without a long narrative.
The image of God being “highly lifted up” is consistent with biblical songs that exalt the Lord above every other name. The pairing of “awesome” and “mighty” also keeps the focus on God’s greatness and strength rather than on a specific gift or event. It is an uncomplicated praise song: adoration is expressed by naming God’s character and repeating a ready response of praise.
Related Scripture
- Psalm 96:4-5 The psalm calls the Lord great and worthy of praise above all gods.
- Psalm 99:5 The verse calls worshipers to exalt the Lord and worship at his footstool.