Thrive Worship - Upon Him Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
Upon a hill a perfect Savior
Upon that day the greatest love
The punishment
That should've fallen on us
Upon Him upon Him
Verse 2
Upon His head a crown of thorns
Upon His heart a broken world
The wage of sin
The weight of our transgressions
Upon Him upon Him
Chorus
Christ has died we are forgiven
And Christ alive we are the Risen
And He shall come again
Praise the King praise the King
Verse 3
Upon our hearts His name is written
The King of Kings
And Lord of Lords
We're pouring out
A song of praise together
Upon Him upon Him
Chorus
Christ has died we are forgiven
And Christ alive we are the Risen
And He shall come again
Praise the King praise the King
Bridge
One Name upon our lips Jesus
No greater name than this Jesus
And every knee will bow
And every heart confess
Jesus Jesus
Chorus
Christ has died we are forgiven
And Christ alive
We are the Risen
And He shall come again
Praise the King praise the King
Bridge
One Name upon our lips Jesus
No greater name than this Jesus
And every knee will bow
And every heart confess
Jesus Jesus
Chorus
Christ has died we are forgiven
And Christ alive
We are the Risen
And He shall come again
Praise the King praise the King
Tag
Praise the King
Praise the King
Ending
Praise the King
Video
Upon Him - REVERE, Thrive Worship (Official Live Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Thrive Worship’s "Upon Him," released as part of their REVERE live video on November 9, 2020, immediately establishes itself as a profoundly worshipful and theologically rich meditation on the core tenets of Christian faith. This song isn't just a musical piece; it's a deeply reflective journey into the heart of the Gospel, inviting all who engage with it to contemplate the immeasurable sacrifice of Jesus Christ. At its essence, "Upon Him" tells the timeless story of divine love and substitutionary atonement, articulating the profound truth that the penalty for humanity’s sin was divinely laid upon Christ, freeing us from its devastating grip.
The narrative unfolds by first setting the scene of Calvary, portraying "a perfect Savior" on "a hill," where the "greatest love" was demonstrated. The repeated phrase, "Upon Him, upon Him," anchors the entire composition, serving as a solemn and powerful reminder of Christ's willing acceptance of the Father's wrath and humanity's transgressions. This echoes the prophetic words of Isaiah 53:6, which declares, "The Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all," and finds fulfillment in New Testament declarations such as 2 Corinthians 5:21, stating that God "made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God." The song then vividly depicts Christ's suffering, mentioning the crown of thorns—a painful mockery that fulfilled prophecy—and the crushing weight of a "broken world" resting "upon His heart." This imagery powerfully conveys the physical and spiritual agony endured by Christ, bearing the "wage of sin" (Romans 6:23) and the immense "weight of our transgressions," just as 1 Peter 2:24 affirms, "He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross."
The powerful chorus then delivers the triumphant proclamation of the Gospel: "Christ has died, we are forgiven, and Christ alive, we are the Risen, and He shall come again." This concise summary encapsulates the past, present, and future hope of salvation. It celebrates Christ's atoning death for our forgiveness (Ephesians 1:7), His glorious resurrection which empowers believers with new life (Romans 4:25), and the promise of His second coming, a truth that fuels our enduring hope (Acts 1:11, Revelation 1:7). This declaration moves beyond mere historical recounting to assert the living reality and transformative power of Christ's work in the lives of believers. Following this, the song transitions to the worshiper's response, articulating that Christ's "name is written upon our hearts," signifying a deep, personal covenant as promised in Jeremiah 31:33 and Hebrews 8:10. This leads to a collective outpouring of praise, recognizing Him as the "King of Kings and Lord of Lords" (Revelation 19:16), uniting voices in a shared anthem of adoration.
The bridge serves as an intensifying crescendo of worship, elevating the name of Jesus above all else. It declares that "one name upon our lips, Jesus," is paramount, and there is "no greater name than this." This is a direct echo of Philippians 2:9-11, which proclaims that God "exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name that is above every name, 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." The song compels a universal acknowledgment of His sovereignty and worth, affirming that "every knee will bow and every heart confess." This profound and reverent focus on Jesus' unparalleled name underscores His unique position as Savior and Lord, the only way to salvation (Acts 4:12). "Upon Him" masterfully interweaves these theological truths with a call to corporate and personal worship, inspiring a deep sense of gratitude and adoration. It functions as a powerful declaration of faith, reminding us of the immense cost of our redemption and the glorious hope that springs from Christ's completed work, leaving a lasting impression of reverent praise for the King.