Shane & Shane - Tremble Lyrics
Lyrics
Peace, bring it all to peace
The storm surrounding me
Let it break at your name
Still, call the sea to still
The rage in me to still
Every wave at your name
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus, you silence fear
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus
Breathe, call these bones to live
Call these lungs to sing
Once again, I will praise
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus, you silence fear
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus, you silence fear
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus
Your name is a light that the shadows can't deny
Your name will not be overcome
Your name is alive forever lifted high
Your name cannot be overcome
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus, you silence fear
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus
Oh
Your name is a light that the shadows can't deny
Your name will not be overcome
Your name is alive forever lifted high
Your name will not be overcome
Your name is a light that the shadows can't deny
Your name will not be overcome
Your name is alive forever lifted high
Your name will not be overcome
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus, you silence fear
Jesus, Jesus, you make the darkness tremble
Jesus, Jesus
Oh
Video
Tremble-Shane and Shane/Dinah Smith
Meaning & Inspiration
Shane & Shane's powerful track "Tremble," released as part of *The Worship Initiative, Vol. 15 - EP* in early 2018, stands as a potent declaration of faith in the face of overwhelming challenges. The song’s narrative unfolds as a desperate plea for peace amidst turmoil, a cry for stillness in the midst of life’s storms. The opening lines beautifully articulate a desire for tranquility, for the surrounding chaos to subside, and for inner turmoil to be quelled. This yearning finds its resolution not in human effort, but in a profound recognition of divine power, acknowledging that the very elements and internal struggles are subject to the authority of God's name.
The core message of "Tremble" is rooted in the overwhelming authority and power of Jesus Christ over darkness, fear, and every destructive force. The repeated invocation of "Jesus, Jesus" is not merely a chant, but a recognition of His sovereign might. The lyrics articulate a profound spiritual truth found throughout Scripture: that in His presence, darkness itself trembles and fear is silenced. This resonates deeply with passages like Psalm 97:4-5, which states, "His lightning illuminates the world; the earth sees and trembles. The mountains melt like wax before the Lord, before the Lord of all the earth." The song directly mirrors this imagery, suggesting that just as physical mountains yield to God's presence, so too do the spiritual mountains of our lives – our fears, our doubts, and the oppressive darkness that can surround us.
The progression of the song from seeking peace to actively breathing in new life and singing praise is a testament to the transformative power of encountering Christ. The lyric "Call these bones to live / Call these lungs to sing / Once again, I will praise" speaks to a resurrection of spirit, a renewed capacity for worship that arises from the assurance of His victory. This echoes the prophet Ezekiel's vision of dry bones coming to life (Ezekiel 37), a powerful metaphor for spiritual renewal and restoration through God's breath. The song also draws upon the Psalmist's declaration in Psalm 30:11-12, "You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; you have loosed my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness, that my glory may sing your praise and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give thanks to you forever!"
The latter portion of "Tremble" shifts to a triumphant affirmation of the unassailable nature of Jesus' name. The declaration that "Your name is a light that the shadows can't deny" and "Your name will not be overcome" directly points to the absolute victory of Christ over sin, death, and all opposition. This is a theme consistently reinforced in the New Testament, particularly in Philippians 2:9-11: "Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." The song, therefore, is not just an expression of personal faith, but a corporate and theological statement about the ultimate reign and power of Jesus. It’s an inspiring invitation to anchor our hope and courage in the unshakeable truth of His name, finding solace and strength in the knowledge that He who quiets the seas and makes the darkness tremble is with us in every season of life.