I was desperate, far from home
Burned my bridges, nowhere to go
I was searching for somewhere to hide
And shelter from the night
I was broken, I was confused
All Your blessings, yet I refused
Pride in pieces, I lifted my eyes
And grace like rain replied
Sing hallelujah, how sweet the sound
Praises go up as the chains hit the ground
Once was lost but now I'm found
Oh hallelujah, how sweet the sound (Oh, Jesus, oh)
O'er the hilltop, I finally climbed
You saw me coming, You left it all behind
You ran towards me, Your arms open wide
A grace I can't deny
Sing hallelujah, how sweet the sound
Praises go up as the chains hit the ground
Once was lost but now I'm found
Oh hallelujah (How sweet the sound)
'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear
And grace, my fears relieved
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed
'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear
And grace, my fears relieved
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed (Sing hallelujah)
Sing hallelujah, how sweet the sound
Praises go up as the chains hit the ground
Once was lost but now I'm found
Oh hallelujah, how sweet the sound
Oh, woah-oh-oh, woah-oh, oh-oh
Oh, woah-oh-oh, woah-oh, oh-oh
Oh, woah-oh-oh, woah-oh, oh-oh (C'mon, sing it)
Oh hallelujah, how sweet the sound (Oh, Jesus, how sweet Your grace)
"How Sweet The Sound" by Citipointe Worship is a powerful and uplifting song that captures the essence of God's amazing grace and the joy of being found and redeemed by Him. The lyrics take us on a journey of desperation, brokenness, and confusion, leading to a moment of surrender and encountering the overwhelming love and mercy of God.
The song begins with the narrator expressing their desperate state, feeling lost and without direction. They have burned their bridges and have nowhere to go. It's a relatable feeling that many of us have experienced at some point in our lives. We search for something to fill the void, to shelter us from the darkness that surrounds us.
But then, a turning point occurs. The narrator realizes that they have been stubborn and prideful, refusing the blessings and grace that God has been offering. This realization is a powerful moment of humility and surrender, as they lift their eyes and acknowledge their need for God's grace and forgiveness.
And in that moment of surrender, grace comes rushing in like rain. The lyrics beautifully describe the grace of God as a sweet sound, a melody that sets us free from the chains that bind us. The chains of sin, shame, and guilt are broken, and we are no longer lost but found in the loving arms of our Savior.
The song draws inspiration from the biblical concept of grace, which is a central theme throughout the Scriptures. Ephesians 2:8-9 says, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast." This verse reminds us that our salvation is not something we can earn or achieve on our own merit, but it is a gift from God, freely given out of His immense love for us.
Another Scripture that relates to the theme of the song is Luke 15:4-7, the parable of the lost sheep. Jesus tells this parable to illustrate the heart of God, who rejoices over one lost soul being found. The lyrics of "How Sweet The Sound" beautifully capture this idea of God running towards us, arms open wide, ready to embrace us and bring us back into His fold.
The song's message of God's grace and our response of praise and worship is a common theme in Christian music. It reminds us of the great love and sacrifice that Jesus made on the cross for our sins, and our gratitude and adoration overflow in songs of praise.
In conclusion, "How Sweet The Sound" by Citipointe Worship is a beautiful and inspiring song that invites us to experience the sweetness of God's grace. It reminds us of our desperate need for Him and the joy of being found and redeemed by His love. Drawing inspiration from biblical truths about grace and redemption, this song encourages us to lift our voices in praise and worship, celebrating the amazing grace that has set us free. So let us join in singing hallelujah, for how sweet the sound of God's grace truly is.
