Third Day - God of Wonders Lyrics + Chords
Lyrics
Lord of heaven and earth.
Lord of all creation.
Lord of heaven and earth.
Lord of all creation,
of water, earth and sky.
The heavens are your Tabernacle.
Glory to the Lord on high!
God of wonders beyond our galaxy,
you are holy, holy.
The universe declares your majesty,
you are holy, holy.
Lord of heaven and earth
Lord of heaven and earth
Early in the morning,
I will celebrate the light.
When I stumble in the darkness,
I will call your name by night
God of wonders beyond our galaxy,
you are holy, holy.
The universe declares your majesty,
you are holy, holy.
Lord of heaven and earth
Lord of heaven and earth
Hallelujah
To the Lord of Heaven and Earth
Hallelujah
To the Lord of Heaven and Earth
Hallelujah
To the Lord of Heaven and Earth
holy, holy
holy, holy
God of wonders beyond our galaxy,
you are holy, holy.
Precious Lord, reveal your heart to me,
Father, holy, holy.
The universe declares your majesty,
you are holy, holy, holy, holy
Hallelujah
To the lord of heaven and earth
Hallelujah
To the Lord of Heaven and Earth
Hallelujah
To the Lord of Heaven and Earth
Hallelujah
To the Lord of Heaven and Earth
Hallelujah
To the Lord of Heaven and Earth
Hallelujah
To the Lord of Heaven and Earth
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God of Wonders by Third Day
Meaning & Inspiration
Third Day's "God of Wonders," released as part of their compilation album *Chronology, Vol. 2 (2001-2006)* in 2007, stands as a powerful testament to divine majesty and omnipresence, drawing deeply from a rich biblical tapestry. The song immediately establishes a posture of worship by declaring the Lord as the sovereign ruler of "heaven and earth" and "all creation," echoing the foundational truth found in Genesis 1:1, which states, "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." This opening proclamation sets the stage for an expansive exploration of God's creative power and inherent holiness. The lyrics further expand this scope by referencing the vastness of the universe, calling Him the "God of wonders beyond our galaxy." This imagery directly aligns with Psalm 19:1, which beautifully declares, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands." The repetition of "you are holy, holy" throughout the chorus serves as a direct invocation of the seraphic cry found in Isaiah 6:3, where they ceaselessly proclaim, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory."
Beyond acknowledging God's cosmic scale, "God of Wonders" grounds its message in the personal experience of faith. The verse, "Early in the morning, I will celebrate the light. When I stumble in the darkness, I will call your name by night," speaks to the enduring nature of reliance on God through both prosperity and adversity. This reflects the assurance given in Psalm 56:3, "When I am afraid, I will trust in you." The act of "celebrating the light" and calling on His name in darkness signifies a commitment to finding hope and guidance in God's presence, regardless of external circumstances. The recurring "Hallelujah" is not merely a word, but a profound expression of praise, a direct translation of the Hebrew word that means "praise God." This, coupled with the plea, "Precious Lord, reveal your heart to me," demonstrates a desire for deeper intimacy and understanding of God's will, a sentiment deeply rooted in the prayers of many faithful individuals throughout Scripture. Ultimately, "God of Wonders" is an accessible anthem of adoration, skillfully weaving together the awe-inspiring grandeur of creation with the intimate cry of a soul seeking communion with its Creator, reinforcing the profound truth that God's glory is evident in the smallest detail and the most immeasurable expanse, and He remains a constant source of strength for those who call upon Him.