Steve Green - Sing Children Sing Lyrics
Lyrics
Father, Abba Father
We humbly come before You
Hear us and draw near us
As children at rest in Your arms
We find peace and safety secure from all fear and alarm
Sing children sing, let all His children sing
Jesus, loving Savior
Constant companion
Creator, yet our brother
We lift holy hands and applaud
For we who were paupers are now sons and daughters of God
Sing, children sing
Let your voices ring
Sing, children sing
A joyous refrain like the sound of a sweet summer rain
Spirit, Holy Spirit
Promise from heaven
Our comfort and our teacher
We live to abide in Your love
Finding our joy as we set our affections above
Sing children sing
Let all His grateful children sing
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Sing Children Sing
Meaning & Inspiration
Steve Green's "Sing Children Sing," released on January 1, 2012, as part of his album "People Need the Lord - Number Ones," is far more than a simple hymn; it's a profound invitation to experience and express the Trinitarian nature of God through unrestrained praise. The song serves as a rich theological journey, guiding the worshiper through an intimate encounter with the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, culminating in a joyful, uninhibited response of song. It articulates the believer's journey from a position of need to one of secure belonging and purpose, making it a compelling piece for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of divine love and grace.
The song opens by addressing "Father, Abba Father," immediately establishing a tone of deep intimacy and familial relationship. The lyrics speak of humbly coming before Him, seeking His nearness, and finding rest "as children at rest in Your arms." This imagery powerfully evokes the comfort and security found in God, reminiscent of Romans 8:15 where believers cry out "Abba, Father," indicating a spirit of adoption and a close, personal bond. The assurance of "peace and safety secure from all fear and alarm" resonates with biblical promises such as Psalm 4:8, which declares that the Lord makes us dwell in safety, and Philippians 4:6-7, encouraging us not to be anxious but to present our requests to God, receiving His peace that transcends all understanding. This initial encounter with the Father sets the stage for a foundation of trust and dependence, prompting the first joyful command: "Sing children sing, let all His children sing." This call to praise isn't merely an act but a natural outflow of the peace and security found in His embrace, echoing Psalm 95:1-2, urging us to "come, let us sing for joy to the Lord."
The song then shifts its focus to "Jesus, loving Savior," acknowledging Him as a "Constant companion," "Creator, yet our brother." This beautiful depiction highlights the paradox and wonder of Christ: He is the orchestrator of all creation (Colossians 1:16), yet He graciously humbles Himself to become one with humanity, making us His brethren (Hebrews 2:11-12). The response this provokes is to "lift holy hands and applaud," an act of worship signifying reverence and celebration, as seen in 1 Timothy 2:8, which instructs men to pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands. The profound transformation is articulated with the line, "For we who were paupers are now sons and daughters of God." This references John 1:12 and Romans 8:16-17, which speak of our adoption into God’s family through faith in Christ, elevating us from spiritual destitution to royal heirs. This redemption fuels a renewed call to "Sing, children sing, let your voices ring," adding the evocative simile, "A joyous refrain like the sound of a sweet summer rain." This image suggests praise that is refreshing, life-giving, and abundant, much like the blessings of rain in Scripture that bring forth fruitfulness and renewal (Deuteronomy 32:2, Isaiah 55:10-11).
Finally, the song turns to the "Spirit, Holy Spirit," recognizing Him as the "Promise from heaven," our "comfort and our teacher." This acknowledges the Spirit's indispensable role in the believer's life, fulfilling Jesus' promise in John 14:16-17 to send the Helper, the Spirit of Truth, who will abide with us forever. He also serves as our guide and instructor, illuminating truth as promised in John 14:26 and 1 John 2:27. The song emphasizes living to "abide in Your love" and "finding our joy as we set our affections above." This aligns perfectly with John 15:9-10, where Jesus calls us to remain in His love by keeping His commandments, and Colossians 3:1-2, which urges us to seek things above, where Christ is seated. This Spirit-led life, focused on eternal realities, naturally overflows into another invitation: "Sing children sing, let all His grateful children sing." The addition of "grateful" in this final exhortation underscores that our praise is a response of profound thanksgiving for the complete work of the Trinity in our lives, encompassing the Father’s love, the Son’s redemption, and the Spirit’s comforting presence, as encouraged in Colossians 3:16-17 to sing with gratitude in our hearts to God.
"Sing Children Sing" by Steve Green is a beautifully crafted worship anthem that encapsulates the essence of Christian devotion. It meticulously unpacks the attributes and roles of each person of the Trinity, not as abstract theological concepts, but as living realities that profoundly impact the believer's life. The song inspires a complete, joyous, and grateful response of worship, encouraging us to embrace our identity as God’s children and to boldly express our praise. Its focus on the message—the security in the Father, the redemption through the Son, and the guidance of the Spirit—makes it a powerful reminder of why "People Need the Lord" and why, as His children, our most fitting response is to simply sing.