Tommy Walker - All The Saints Join In Lyrics
Lyrics
Praise Him, praise Him from the heavens
Praise Him in the heights up above
Praise Him all of His angels
Praise Him all of His heavenly hosts
Chorus 1
Oh praise Him oh you sun and moon
And all of you shining stars
Praise Him from above
Oh praise Him oh you highest heaven
Together with one mighty voice
Praise the name of the Lord
Praise Him, praise Him from the earth here below
Praise Him, all creatures and storm winds that blow
Praise Him, you mountains that tower so high
Praise Him, you oceans so deep far and wide
Chorus 2
Oh praise Him, praise Him all you kings
You princes and rulers of earth
Praise Him with all power
Oh praise Him, both young and the old
Together with one mighty voice
Praise the name of the Lord
Vamp
All the saints join in, all the saints join in,
Singing this heavenly song
All the saints join in, all the saints join in,
Shouting creation's song
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All The Saints Join In
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on April 26, 2006, as part of Tommy Walker’s dynamic album, "Break Through: Live at Saddleback," "All The Saints Join In" stands as a profound sonic interpretation of a universal biblical truth. The song draws its powerful inspiration directly from Psalm 148, which issues an unwavering, all-encompassing call for everything in existence—from the highest heavens to the deepest earth, from celestial bodies to every living creature—to praise the Lord. Walker masterfully translates this ancient psalm into a modern anthem, articulating the grand scope of God’s glory and His inherent worthiness of worship from every corner of creation.
The song begins by echoing the celestial praise described in Psalm 148:1-2, where "the heavens," "the heights up above," "angels," and "heavenly hosts" are commanded to praise God. This opening firmly establishes that worship is not merely an earthly human activity, but an eternal, constant reality in the spiritual realms. It reminds us of a majestic, unseen symphony of praise that surrounds the throne of God, a continuous chorus that never ceases. This theme extends into the first chorus, which summons the very fabric of the cosmos—"sun and moon," and "shining stars"—to join this divine acclamation. Just as Psalm 19:1 declares that "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands," Walker’s lyrics invite us to see the silent, yet undeniable, testimony of the universe to its Creator’s power and splendor, a truth also affirmed in Romans 1:20.
Moving from the celestial to the terrestrial, the song's second verse shifts focus to the earthly realm, calling forth praise from "the earth here below," "all creatures and storm winds," "mountains," and "oceans." This section vividly paints a picture of nature in full devotion, reflecting Psalm 148:7-10, which lists a myriad of natural elements—from sea creatures and ocean depths to lightning, hail, snow, stormy winds, mountains, hills, and all forms of plant and animal life—as participants in this grand design of praise. It underscores the idea that God’s fingerprint is on every aspect of His creation, and each element, in its very existence and function, contributes to a magnificent testament to His creative genius and sovereign rule.
The second chorus then broadens the scope to include humanity, specifically calling upon "kings," "princes and rulers of earth," as well as "young and the old," to praise the name of the Lord with one mighty voice. This aligns perfectly with Psalm 148:11-12, which mandates praise from all human beings, regardless of their social standing, age, or power. It’s a powerful reminder that no one is exempt from the call to worship the Creator, and indeed, every knee will one day bow and every tongue confess His Lordship, as Philippians 2:10-11 proclaims. This part of the song emphasizes unity in worship, transcending divides and uniting all people in a common purpose: exalting God.
The true distinctiveness of the song, and the source of its title, shines through in the powerful "Vamp" section: "All the saints join in, all the saints join in, singing this heavenly song... Shouting creation's song." While the preceding verses and choruses illustrate the universal call to praise, this vamp specifically invites the "saints"—the believers, the redeemed—to actively and vocally participate. Here, Walker moves beyond a mere declaration of cosmic praise to an invitation for conscious, joyful engagement. The saints are not just passively swept up in the natural praise of creation; they intentionally "join in," giving voice to the "heavenly song" and "creation's song." This echoes passages like Revelation 5:9-10, where the saints are depicted singing a new song to God, redeemed and made a kingdom of priests. It’s a profound call to action, urging followers of Christ to recognize their privileged position not just as recipients of God’s grace, but as active participants in the eternal worship of the Creator, consciously articulating the praise that the rest of creation inherently offers. It transforms passive observation into zealous participation, solidifying the believer’s role as a vital voice in the global and cosmic anthem of praise to the Most High.