Richard Smallwood - God of Promise Lyrics
Lyrics
Hook:
God of love and God of promise
God of wisdom, power and might
God of strength and God of refuge
God of knowledge, God of might
REPEAT Hook 2x
V1
Lord we thank You for Your promise,
For we know that it is true.
Pre-Chorus 1:
In Your Word there is no failure,
There is no one, none like You!
Hook
V2
Glory, glory, hallelujah!
For we know Your Word is true.
Pre-Chorus 2:
Glory, glory, hallelujah!
There is no one, none like You.
Bridge:
No one, there is none like You 2x
REPEAT Hook
Vamp:
We're just waiting on Your promise
Standing, waiting on Your promise!
REPEAT Vamp with ad-libs
REPEAT Hook
Ending
Glory, glory! Hallelujah!
For we know Your Word is true.
Glory, glory, hallelujah
There is no one, none like You!
Video
God Of Promise
Meaning & Inspiration
Richard Smallwood’s "God of Promise," released on July 15, 2011, from the album *Promises*, stands as a profound testament to the unwavering character of the Divine. This song is not merely a collection of verses; it is a meticulously crafted theological declaration set to music, designed to anchor believers in the certainty of God's Word. At its core, "God of Promise" celebrates the very nature of God as faithful and true, inviting everyone to reflect on His attributes and the steadfastness of His covenant with humanity. The entire album title, *Promises*, perfectly encapsulates the central theme, reinforcing the message that God’s commitments are the bedrock of our faith, never failing and always reliable.
The song immediately immerses us in a litany of God's divine attributes within its recurring hook, declaring Him the "God of love and God of promise, God of wisdom, power and might, God of strength and God of refuge, God of knowledge, God of might." This comprehensive enumeration paints a vivid picture of a God who is entirely self-sufficient and supremely benevolent. He is presented as the source of unconditional love, mirroring passages like 1 John 4:8, which states that God is love itself. His nature as a "God of promise" echoes Numbers 23:19, affirming that God is not a man that He should lie, nor a son of man that He should change His mind. His "wisdom, power, and might" are constant themes in Scripture, from Proverbs 2:6 highlighting Him as the giver of wisdom to Jeremiah 32:17 proclaiming His great power and outstretched arm. The description of God as "strength and refuge" resonates deeply with Psalm 46:1, where He is called our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Finally, His "knowledge and might" underscore His omniscience and omnipotence, as seen in Psalm 139:1-6, which speaks of His intimate knowledge of all our ways. This opening sets a robust foundation, portraying a God who is not only capable but also intimately involved and entirely trustworthy.
As the song progresses, the initial verse offers a thanksgiving, stating, "Lord we thank You for Your promise, For we know that it is true." This immediately connects the acknowledgment of God's attributes to a practical expression of gratitude. The subsequent pre-chorus, "In Your Word there is no failure, There is no one, none like You!" profoundly emphasizes the infallibility of God’s spoken and written Word. This sentiment is rooted firmly in biblical truths such as Psalm 119:89, "Forever, O Lord, Your word is firmly fixed in the heavens," and Isaiah 40:8, "The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever." The declaration "There is no one, none like You" is a powerful affirmation of God's unique and incomparable nature, a truth proclaimed throughout Scripture, as in Isaiah 45:5, "I am the Lord, and there is no other; besides me there is no God." This deepens our appreciation for a God whose reliability is unmatched.
The second verse and its pre-chorus shift into an outpouring of praise: "Glory, glory, hallelujah! For we know Your Word is true. Glory, glory, hallelujah! There is no one, none like You." This repetition of "Glory, glory, hallelujah" is more than an exclamation; it is an act of worship arising from the absolute conviction of God's truthfulness and His singularity. It is a joyful affirmation that the truth of God’s Word compels us to worship Him with all honor and adoration. The simple yet potent bridge, "No one, there is none like You," further reinforces this foundational truth, echoing verses like Psalm 86:8, which states that among the gods, there is none like the Lord. This serves as a powerful reminder of God's sovereign and unmatched position in all of creation, solidifying the theme of His absolute uniqueness and worthiness of praise.
The song then transitions to a powerful statement of active faith in the vamp: "We're just waiting on Your promise, Standing, waiting on Your promise!" This is a crucial pivot, moving from declaration to personal posture. The imagery of "standing, waiting" is not one of passive idleness but of resolute expectation and steadfast endurance. It speaks to the believer's unwavering trust in God’s timing and His eventual fulfillment of all He has promised. This resonates with biblical encouragement found in Psalm 27:14, "Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!" and Isaiah 40:31, "but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength." It signifies an active faith that perseveres through circumstances, firmly believing that God will perform His Word. The ad-libs typically accompanying this section in performance would only serve to amplify this communal sense of anticipation and unwavering conviction.
Finally, the song concludes with a re-assertion of praise and truth: "Glory, glory! Hallelujah! For we know Your Word is true. Glory, glory, hallelujah, There is no one, none like You!" This ending brings the song full circle, reiterating the core messages of God's unchanging truth and His incomparable nature. It leaves the soul uplifted, not just by beautiful music, but by the profound certainty of a God who is precisely who He says He is, and who does precisely what He promises to do. "God of Promise" by Richard Smallwood serves as an enduring anthem of faith, reminding us that in a world of shifting sands, God’s Word remains our unshakeable ground, fostering a profound sense of peace, hope, and an eager expectation for His continued faithfulness.