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Spirit Of Praise - Makanaka Jesu Lyrics

Artist:
Spirit Of Praise

Lyrics

Chorus


Makanaka Jesu (Jesus You are Good)
Makanaka Jesu (Jesus You are Good)
Simudza ruoko, ruoko uchiti (We raise our hands and say)
Makanaka Jesu (Jesus You are Good) 


Verse


Tinotenda Jesu (We thank You Jesus)
Tinotenda Jesu (We thank You Jesus)
Simudza ruoko, ruoko uchiti (We raise our hands and say)
Tinotenda Jesu (We thank You Jesus)
Simudza ruoko, ruoko uchiti (We raise our hands and say)
Tinotenda Jesu (We thank You Jesus)


Chorus (Repeat)


Makanaka Jesu (Jesus You are Good)
Makanaka Jesu (Jesus You are Good)
Simudza ruoko, ruoko uchiti (We raise our hands and say)
Makanaka Jesu (Jesus You are Good) 


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Meaning & Inspiration

“Makanaka Jesu” centers on two simple declarations: Jesus is good, and Jesus is worthy of thanks. The repeated Shona phrases, accompanied by English translations, give the song a congregational shape. Raised hands become the visible response to God’s goodness, while repetition keeps the focus on Jesus. The bilingual wording allows the central confession to remain clear across languages without weakening the simplicity of the praise.

The movement from “Makanaka Jesu” to “Tinotenda Jesu” links praise with gratitude. That progression closely matches a familiar biblical pattern: God’s goodness calls for thanksgiving. The song does not depend on a detailed narrative; neither does it need one. Its short lines function as a clear, communal confession of faith, keeping Jesus’ character and thanks at the center. Each return to the main phrase reinforces worship as a shared response rather than a private observation.

Related Scripture

  • Psalm 136:1 The psalm calls for thanks to the Lord because he is good.
  • Psalm 100:4 The verse connects entering God’s presence with thanksgiving and praise.