Richard Smallwood - He's Able Lyrics
Lyrics
Don't you know
Don't you know it
Don't you know
Don't you know that He's able
Able
So glad
He's able
Able
O, Able
So glad
He's able
LEAD:
When doubts and fears
Keep messing with your mind
Hold on
(Hold on)
And, peace you just can't seem to find
Keep on holding on
(Hold on 'til tomorrow, well)
Jesus is standing right there
Waiting just to hear your prayer
Able
Able
So glad
He's able
Able
O, Able
So glad
He's able
No matter how hard
Surely, He's able
He standing there
Waiting to help you
Don't need to worry
His love is good enough
He never fails
Surely
Surely
Surely
Surely
Surely
Surely
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Don't you know
Don't you know it
Don't you know
Don't you know
Don't you know it
Don't you know
Don't you know
Don't you know it
Don't you know that's He's
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Glad, I'm glad that He's able
Vamp
TENORS:
I'm mighty glad
I'm mighty glad
ATLOS:
I'm, I''m I'm glad
He's able
SOPS:
I'm I'm glad that He's able
Video
♫♫ INSTRUMENTAL: "HE'S ABLE" (Darwin Hobbs / Dietrick Haddon) - gospel piano cover♫♫
Meaning & Inspiration
Richard Smallwood’s "He's Able," released on January 1, 1999, as a cornerstone of his *Memorable Moments* album, stands as a timeless anthem of divine capability and unwavering hope. From its very opening, the song serves not merely as a piece of music, but as a profound declaration designed to embed an undeniable truth deep within the spirit: God possesses limitless power to act on behalf of His people. It doesn't entertain doubt or present a question; it affirms a foundational certainty, reminding everyone who hears it of a truth often overlooked in life's complexities.
The song’s core message is a direct and resounding affirmation of God's omnipotence and faithfulness, a spiritual anchor for anyone navigating the storms of life. It speaks to the universal human experience of facing overwhelming circumstances, the kind that breed fear and rob inner peace. Smallwood’s composition masterfully addresses these moments head-on, acknowledging the "doubts and fears [that] keep messing with your mind" and the elusive nature of peace when troubles abound. This relatable portrayal of struggle immediately connects with hearts that have felt the weight of anxiety, making the ensuing declaration of God's ability all the more impactful. It’s a message that resonates with the biblical truth found in Psalm 34:4, where the psalmist declares, "I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears," highlighting God’s readiness to intervene in personal distress.
The profound assurance offered by "He's Able" unfolds further by extending an invitation to perseverance and prayer. When the lyrics urge, "Hold on... Keep on holding on... Jesus is standing right there, Waiting just to hear your prayer," they reflect a cornerstone of Christian faith: the accessibility of God and His desire for communion. This encouragement to "hold on" isn't a passive waiting but an active posture of trust, mirroring the call in Hebrews 4:16 to "draw near to the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." The song emphasizes that in moments of despair, solace is not distant or hidden, but immediately available through a direct appeal to a God who is both present and attentive, a truth echoed in Jeremiah 29:12, "Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you."
As the song progresses, its message solidifies into an unshakeable testament to divine reliability. The repeated assertion, "No matter how hard, Surely, He's able," dispels any notion of limitations on God’s power, directly confronting the magnitude of human difficulties. It presents God not as an aloof deity, but as an actively engaged helper, "standing there waiting to help you." This depiction of God’s active, loving presence directly counters the temptation to worry, emphasizing that "His love is good enough" and "He never fails." This profound assurance aligns perfectly with the teachings of Jesus in Matthew 6:25-34, where He instructs against anxiety, pointing instead to God’s faithful provision and care. The conviction that God "never fails" is a cornerstone of biblical theology, affirmed throughout Scripture, as seen in Lamentations 3:22-23 which states, "The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."
The repetitive declarations throughout the song—"Surely, surely, surely," and the joyful exclamation, "Glad, I'm glad that He's able"—are not mere lyrical devices; they are powerful affirmations designed to build faith and solidify conviction. This rhythmic repetition acts as a spiritual call and response, reinforcing the central truth until it becomes an internalized declaration of triumph over doubt. It transforms the message from a simple statement into a deeply felt, personal testimony. This celebratory aspect culminates in the layered voices of the vamp, where "I'm mighty glad" becomes a collective shout of praise, reflecting the sentiment of Ephesians 3:20: "Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us." "He's Able" thus transcends its musical form to become a potent instrument of encouragement, a reminder that no challenge is too great for the God who promises His unwavering presence and limitless capability. It stands as a testament to faith, a balm for troubled souls, and a powerful declaration that for those who trust in Him, God is eternally, unequivocally able.