UpperRoom Music - Fear of God Lyrics
Lyrics
(feat. Joel Figueroa & SarahBeth Smith)
Relight the fire on the altar
Bring back the reverence for your name
Give me the fear of God fill me with wonder
And revive the hunger, make me desperate, restore the fragrance of my worship
Cleanse my eyes oh Lord, I need to see you face to face
Holy you are Holy
Worthy the most Worthy
Exalted above all others
Jesus our Lord
Relight the fire on the altar
Bring back the reverence for your name
Give me the fear of God fill me with wonder
And revive the hunger, make me desperate, restore the fragrance of my worship
Cleanse my eyes oh Lord, I need to see you face to face
Holy you are Holy
Worthy the most Worthy
Exalted above all others
Jesus our Lord (Holy)
Holy you are Holy (You are)
Worthy the most Worthy
Exalted above all others
Oh Jesus our Lord
Jesus our Lord
We love you Jesus our Lord
We love you Jesus our Lord
We love you Lord, we love you Lord
Oh we love you
Oh what an honor, what an honor, what an honor to love you
I get to love you Lord, I get to love you
We love you
We love you Jesus
We really love you
And I'll pledge my life to you I'm your temple fill me with fire
A living sacrifice on your altar you keep me burning
I know you will in the highs, in the lows, when I don't understand
Oh you will keep my fire in my heart for I am not the high priest but you are
I am not the high priest but you are
Oh you keep the flame Lord, you keep the flame
(I’ll pledge)
I'll pledge my life to you I'm your temple fill me with fire
A living sacrifice on your altar you keep me burning
(I’ll pledge)
I’ll pledge my life to you I'm your temple fill me with fire (all my life, all my life)
A living sacrifice on your altar you keep me burning (I’ll pledge, I’ll pledge)
And I’ll pledge my life to you I'm your temple fill me with fire (all my life Lord)
A living sacrifice on your altar you keep me burning
With a flame of love, a flame of love
With a flame of love (oh yes), a flame of love (oh yes all my life oh)
Holy you are Holy
Worthy the most Worthy (oh praise)
Exalted above all others
You're Jesus our Lord
Holy you are Holy
Worthy the most Worthy
Exalted above all others
Jesus our Lord
I’ll pledge my life to you I'm your temple fill me with fire (every hour, second, and minute)
A living sacrifice on your altar you keep me burning (I’ll pledge)
I’ll pledge my life to you I’m your temple fill me with fire
A living sacrifice on your altar you keep me burning
With a flame of love, a flame of love
With a flame of love, (yes all our lives) a flame of love (I’ll pledge, I’ll pledge, just the voices, I’ll pledge)
I’ll pledge my life to you (I’m your temple)
I’m your temple (fill me with fire)
Fill me with fire (all my life when I feel it and when I don't Lord, a living)
A living sacrifice (on your altar)
On your altar (you keep me burning)
You keep me burning
Video
Fear of God - UPPERROOM
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on November 22, 2021, UPPERROOM Music's song "Fear of God" steps into a profound and often misunderstood concept within faith. The title itself immediately signals a turning towards the wisdom literature of Scripture, where the "fear of the Lord" is repeatedly described as the beginning of knowledge and wisdom. This isn't a song about being terrified *of* God in a way that paralyzes, but rather about the deep, reverential awe that recognizes His absolute holiness, power, and majesty, leading to a posture of humility, obedience, and trust. It’s the kind of holy fear that acknowledges our finite nature before an infinite, loving Creator, prompting us to turn away from evil and towards Him. The song seems to explore the journey of moving from a casual understanding of God to a deep, honoring reverence that shapes one's entire perspective and walk.
The core message of "Fear of God," as interpreted through its title and the group's worship context, centers on the transformative power of encountering God's character. This aligns beautifully with verses like Proverbs 9:10, which states, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." It's also echoed in Psalm 34:11, "Come, my children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord." This biblical concept isn't meant to evoke dread, but a profound respect that leads to aligning our lives with His will, understanding that true freedom and security are found in honoring Him above all else. The song likely musically facilitates this contemplation, often characteristic of UPPERROOM's approach, through layered instrumentation and a spacious sound that encourages personal reflection and corporate surrender. It calls people not just to acknowledge God intellectually, but to respond with their lives out of a deep, loving reverence that acknowledges His supremacy.
Reviewing the song means engaging with its invitation to embrace this essential biblical truth. UPPERROOM typically crafts environments through their music where the focus shifts entirely to God, and "Fear of God" serves as a potent entry point into this posture. Musically, while specific arrangement details might vary, their style often builds dynamically, using repetition not for redundancy but to deepen meditation and focus on the lyrical theme. The song's strength lies in its singular focus on this weighty subject, providing a musical space for contemplating what it truly means to fear God – to hold Him in such high esteem that His approval is sought above all others, and His Word is received with serious intent. This reverence is foundational, enabling believers to walk in obedience and righteousness, as seen in passages like Deuteronomy 10:12-13, which links fearing the Lord with walking in His ways, loving Him, serving Him, and keeping His commands. "Fear of God" is more than just a song; it's a theological statement set to music, guiding hearts towards a deeper, more honoring relationship with the divine.