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Modimo O Lerato by Spirit Of Praise cover art

Spirit Of Praise - Modimo O Lerato Lyrics

Artist:
Spirit Of Praise

Lyrics

UyiNkosi enobubele
Uthando lwakhe luminjalo
wozani simdumise
ufanelwe lonkudumo x 2


Nkosi Jesu unothando
thina wasi fela sonke
wozani simdumise
ufanelwe lonku dumo


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Meaning & Inspiration

Modimo O Lerato offers a concise declaration of the kindness and love of God. The lyric calls the Lord a gracious King and invites the gathered community to praise him because he is worthy of all glory. Its repeated invitation, “wozani simdumise,” gives the song a communal shape: adoration is not presented as a private thought but as a shared response to who God is.

The reference to Jesus moves the praise toward the cross, affirming his love and his death for all. That connection gives the song a clear gospel center even within its brief lines. First John 4:8 directly supports the title’s declaration that God is love. Psalm 145:8 reflects the description of the Lord as gracious and rich in love, while 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 relates Christ’s love to his death on behalf of all. Through a small set of repeated phrases, the song holds together divine compassion, Christ’s sacrifice, and the fitting response of praise.

Related Scripture

  • 1 John 4:8 The verse directly declares that God is love.
  • Psalm 145:8 The Lord is described as gracious, compassionate, and rich in love.
  • 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 Paul connects Christ’s love with his death on behalf of all.