Travis Cottrell - Hallelujah, God Is Here Lyrics
Lyrics
Jesus be alive in me today
Let Your living waters flow as we stand to give You praise
Bring us to Your presence everyday
Open up our eyes to see all the beauty of Your Name
Lord, like a fountain
We lift our lives to You
Singin', singin'
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here, God is here
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here
In Your presence we are strong
Holy Spirit, draw us near
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here
Jesus we are here to worship You
Celebrate Your saving grace and to welcome all Your truth
Let Your perfect peace rule our hearts
Wash away our worried thoughts by the power of Your love
Lord, like a fountain
We lift our lives to You
Singin', singin'
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here, God is here
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here
In Your presence we are strong
Holy Spirit, draw us near
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here
Lord, like a fountain
We lift our lives to You
Singin', singin'
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here, God is here
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here, God is here
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here
In Your presence we are strong
Holy Spirit, draw us near
Hallelujah, hallelujah
God is here
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Meaning & Inspiration
"Hallelujah, God Is Here," a compelling declaration from Travis Cottrell, was released on March 11, 2016, as a pivotal track on his album, "Jesus Saves." This song immediately establishes itself as a powerful congregational worship anthem, designed to usher worshippers into a profound awareness of God's immediate and tangible presence. It transcends mere musical performance to become a spiritual invitation, centering on the accessibility of the divine and the transformative power found within that sacred space.
The song's opening lines, "Jesus be alive in me today, Let Your living waters flow as we stand to give You praise," set a tone of earnest longing for spiritual revitalization. This imagery of "living waters" resonates deeply with biblical promises of spiritual sustenance and renewal, reminiscent of Jesus’ words in John 4:14, where He speaks of a spring of water gushing up to eternal life, and John 7:38, promising rivers of living water flowing from within those who believe. The subsequent plea, "Bring us to Your presence everyday, Open up our eyes to see all the beauty of Your Name," articulates a desire for constant communion and revelation. It echoes Psalm 16:11, which proclaims fullness of joy in God's presence, and calls to mind the profound encounters with God's character described in Exodus 34:6-7, where His name reveals His gracious and compassionate nature.
The song builds beautifully into its core affirmation with the pre-chorus, "Lord, like a fountain, We lift our lives to You, Singin', singin'." Here, the "fountain" imagery shifts from receiving life-giving water to becoming a source, an outpouring of worship and devotion back to God, reflecting a life overflowing with gratitude and praise. This leads directly to the potent and repetitive chorus: "Hallelujah, hallelujah, God is here." The ancient Hebrew exclamation, "Hallelujah," meaning "Praise the Lord," serves as a direct and joyful acknowledgment of the divine. The profound simplicity of "God is here" anchors the entire song, affirming the immanence of God as promised in Matthew 18:20, where Jesus declares His presence among those gathered in His name. The declaration continues, "In Your presence we are strong, Holy Spirit, draw us near," connecting strength directly to communion with God, akin to Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me," and highlighting the Holy Spirit's essential role as our guide and intercessor, drawing us into deeper intimacy as described in Romans 8:26-27.
The second verse reinforces these themes, declaring, "Jesus we are here to worship You, Celebrate Your saving grace and to welcome all Your truth." This clearly articulates the purpose of gathering—to adore God, to rejoice in the salvation freely given through grace, as taught in Ephesians 2:8-9, and to embrace divine revelation. The phrase "welcome all Your truth" reflects a surrender to Christ, who is the Truth (John 14:6), and acknowledges its liberating power, as stated in John 8:32, "You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." The verse concludes with a request for inner transformation: "Let Your perfect peace rule our hearts, Wash away our worried thoughts by the power of Your love." This powerful appeal finds its biblical roots in Isaiah 26:3, promising perfect peace to those whose minds are steadfastly fixed on God, and Philippians 4:6-7, which instructs believers to cast their anxieties on God and receive His peace that surpasses all understanding. It is the transformative power of God’s love, as referenced in 1 John 4:18, where perfect love casts out fear, that accomplishes this inward renewal, freeing hearts from worry.
Overall, "Hallelujah, God Is Here" stands as a profoundly moving and theologically rich worship anthem. It effectively merges simple, accessible language with deep scriptural truths, making it a powerful vehicle for collective and personal worship. Travis Cottrell’s composition successfully fosters an atmosphere of eager anticipation for God’s presence, inspiring a response of wholehearted praise and confident reliance on His nearness. The song is not merely a call to sing about God, but a summons to actively experience Him, encouraging a lifestyle of sustained adoration and a recognition of His constant dwelling among His people. It serves as a spiritual anchor, reminding believers that in every moment, in every gathering, "God is here," offering strength, peace, and unfathomable grace.