It's the song of the redeemed
Rising from the African plain
And it's the song of the forgiven
Drowning out the Amazon rain
The song of Asian believers
Filled with God's holy fire
It's every tongue, every tribe, every nation
A love song born of a grateful choir, yeah
It's all God's children singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns, He reigns
It's all God's children singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns
Let it rise about the four winds
Caught up in the heavenly sound
Let praises echo from the towers of cathedrals
To the faithful gathered underground
Of all the songs sung from the dawn of creation
Some were meant to persist
Of all the bells rung from a thousand steeples
None rings truer than this
It's all God's children singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns, He reigns
It's all God's children singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns
We give glory to the one and only
To the King
We give glory
Yeah, we give You glory
And all the powers of darkness
Tremble at what they've just heard
'Cause all the powers of darkness
Can't drown out a single word
And all the powers of darkness
Tremble at what they've just heard
'Cause all the powers of darkness
No, they can't drown out a single word
It's all God's children singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns, He reigns
It's all God's children singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns
He reigns, He reigns
Let the earth rejoice
Let the people be glad
He reigns, He reigns
When all God's children sing out
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns, He reigns
And all God's people singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns
We're singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns, He reigns
We're singing singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns
Yes, Lord
Exalt Him on high
Be lifted high, be lifted high
We adore You, we adore You
Be exalted in this place, Jesus
Be worshiped for who You are, Jesus
Be exalted in the highest place
Be worshiped
We stir up our hearts
Oh, releasing your praise
Releasing a fragrance
"He Reigns" by Jeremy Riddle is a powerful worship song that brings together believers from all walks of life to proclaim the glory and reign of God. The lyrics of the song paint a vivid picture of a global choir, with every tongue, tribe, and nation joining together in praise and adoration of our Heavenly Father.
The song begins by describing the song of the redeemed rising from the African plain, the song of the forgiven drowning out the Amazon rain, and the song of Asian believers filled with God's holy fire. This imagery highlights the universal nature of God's love and the transformative power of His grace. No matter where we come from or what our backgrounds may be, we are united in our worship of the one true King.
One scripture verse that relates to the theme of this song is Revelation 5:9, which says, "And they sang a new song, saying: 'You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because you were slain, and with your blood you purchased for God persons from every tribe and language and people and nation.'" This verse beautifully captures the essence of "He Reigns" by emphasizing the diversity of worshipers and the redemptive work of Jesus Christ that unites us all.
The song continues with the declaration that it's all God's children singing, giving glory, and hallelujah to the Lord who reigns. It reminds us that our worship is not limited to a specific location or time but is a continuous anthem that resounds from the highest towers of cathedrals to the faithful gathered underground. This imagery reflects the truth that worship is not confined to a building or a specific form but is a heartfelt expression of love and reverence for God.
Another scripture verse that aligns with the message of this song is Psalm 47:6-7, which says, "Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises to our King, sing praises. For God is the King of all the earth; sing to him a psalm of praise." These verses inspire us to lift our voices in praise to the King of all the earth, acknowledging His sovereignty and reign over every nation and people.
The bridge of the song emphasizes the power and authority of God, declaring that all the powers of darkness tremble at the sound of His name. This is reminiscent of Philippians 2:9-11, which proclaims, "Therefore 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 acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."
As the song reaches its peak, it invites everyone to join in singing "Glory, glory, hallelujah" to the reigning King. This is a powerful reminder that worship is not a spectator sport but a participatory act for all believers. It encourages us to release our praise and worship, offering it as a fragrant offering to God.
"He Reigns" is a song that stirs the hearts of believers, reminding us of the unity we share in Christ and the power of our worship. It invites us to exalt Jesus as the highest authority, declaring His reign over all creation. As we join our voices together, we are reminded that God is not only the King of our individual lives but of every tribe, tongue, and nation. May this song continue to inspire and unite believers around the world, ushering in a powerful declaration of worship and praise to our reigning King.
