This is the way I view all these type songs but if I were to say this to the average professing Christian I would get hung at high noon. Its gaining a lot of attention and its clear that many of you want my opinion on it. It starts with a quiet blesssing that you want to receive and tten begins to rise in intensity with repetition. Thank you for your comments and question! I do have a question about the lyrics that I wonder if you can help me understand- and am curious and not intending to criticize the song. Thank you for your comment and compliments. Exactly what I was looking for. 'May the LORD bless you and protect you. Im trying to get my head around the way this song is being used. Your perception and replies are so mature and absolutely Christlike. And, years later, hearing the Hebrews cries for rescue, God remembered His covenant with their ancestors and rescued them. Vince, Im sorry, I dont mean to go on and rant or even sound angry but the gospel of greed is a real problem here in the USA and apparently Im not sure what can be done about it you asked me how far my argument goes I think it started and ended here things like this bother me and because Jesus didnt charge me a dime when he loved and saved instead he paid the price..but anyway this turning into word salad and I know you got better things to do so let me end with this.. You quoted Romans 13, I agree, you are 100 percent right!! UPPERROOM (Feat. Of course not! May the peoples praise you, God; may all the peoples praise you. Even money say they copped their song from the NIV which is copyrighted by law and owned by HarperCollins. Make His face shine upon you. Thanks again for you reply and you are right this issue/subject transcends this songs, our Bible is not copyrighted however the translations are and the very songs we sing together on Sunday morning are copyrighted as well- Im also well aware you already know this from reading your reply. The UK version states as its headline: FACT, many if not most of these songs are PRODUCED NOT INSPIRED [ another huge matter in itself ] and are done so as to SELL them and use them to draw in unsuspecting gullible and primarily youth to establishments fronting as a Christian ministry, but spreading a different or more earthly palatable gospel version of it. I like the repetition because its like when we say Thank you Jesus or Worthy are you Lord over and over to praise God. This is the original no fail way to worship God ! Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, OT Poetry: Psalm 90:17 Let the favor of the Lord our (Psalm Ps Psa. You get the idea , I hope. God never forgets His promises or His people He is the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, and the creator of the universe. I should have stated it as a possibility, not a guaranteed reality. I guess Holy Holy Holy could be cited as repetitious too? This is too evident in much of todays worship music. So Im all for praying this over the UK as the lip suggests and the rest of the world too! Again no, He doesnt. I heard it and it was astonishing! And be gracious to you EDIT: Removed first sentence, which replied to a comment now deleted. Based solely on the song, an outsider will gain no idea of how to become saved & worse, who is needed to become saved. Theres quite a lot of repetition in worship from the angels around the throne so brace yourself for heaven! Songs that are emotional like this one, produced by these outfits, only escalate the problem (looking at the comments some may disagree and that is OK by me) There is a lot of GREAT contemporary christian music out there.. Getty music, City Alight, Sovereign Grace etc.. I agree with this. May His favor be upon you. The songs title summarizes the entire song. Ive noticed that many songs dont receive 10/10 scores because of how I believe an unbeliever might interpret this song. May His presence go before you And behind you, and . Isnt He God? NLT Life Application Large-Print Study Bible, Third Edition--hardcover, red letter, NLT Premium Gift Bible--soft leather-look, teal, NLT Large-Print Premium Value Thinline Bible, Filament Enabled Edition--soft leather-look, pink, NLT Personal-Size Giant-Print Bible, Filament Enabled Edition--soft leather-look, aurora cranberry, NLT Life Application Study Bible, Third Edition--hardcover, red letter. No, He isnt. "Jesus Loves Me" by Willam B. Bradbury Jesus loves me! I had become known as something of a healing pastor. Can you tell what thats a reference to? Either way, its not appropriate for corporate worship. I agree its not a song that worships God. Inspirational. As for my personal comment, when talking about The Blessing My two cents are we may not know what the blessings from God look like when we ask Him to intercede on behalf of others, so dont fear in praying this over people believers or even pre-believers!! Elevation Worships blessing inspired by Exodus 20:6, Deuteronomy 7:9, and Psalm 103:17-18. Psalm 90:17 Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands upon us; yes, establish the work of our hands! Lastly What does this song glorify? May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace. How can He bless? And Vince I totally understand your evaluation criteria being solely directed towards the lyrics in as far as what is Biblically sound. With such vague universal lyrics, have a Hindu or Muslim sing it & it equally can be about their false gods which also can be referred to as lords or gods & even satan can be the lord of someone & indeed directly or indirectly actually is with many of these false movements.0/10. The song is a Blessing to all that hear it . Some parts, like the old testament ceremonial law, have been superseded by Christ and are no longer relevant to our worship, but the old testament moral law is still very much relevant. It has been used continuously in Jewish and Christian worship for over 3300 years as a blessing for Gods people. 02/15/2022 After prayerfully considering Steve Barhydts comments, I decided that my rating for section 3 was too harsh. Bible Verses about God's Favor and Blessings Isaiah 58:11-12. So, be encouraged, brother. This song is available in all these mediums, free of charge (though there might be the occasional ad). The major problem I see is that most people emphasize the emotional aspect of worship. The chastisement might be painful but only "for a moment" but God's "favor is for a lifetime" and into eternal life. 10 For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life. I simply have permission to use it from Capitol CMG Publishing and Essential Music (a subsidiary of Sony). Make His face shine u. F#sus. 4 Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. I suppose Elevation Worship could ask for donations rather than selling their music. Ive come on this site for the first time thank you for helpful comments. Ultimately our relationship to God is just that ours. 3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. May the LORD smile on you and be gracious to you. And yet have absolutely no saving grace accompanying it, but rather a well veiled self adolatery one sided mine,mine,mine entitlement approach.This equally plays towards the next criteria method. You have shown your last kindness to be better than the first by not going after young men, whether poor or rich. Yes, they used scripture to write the song. The list goes on and on. For exampleLord bless me, and keep me, make your face shine upon me Lord bless my family and my children and their children and their children. These comments say this song is all about Me. That it is selfish and self absorbed. That was helpful to me! The Blessing be upon your children, and your childrens children to a thousand generations was very difficult. I pray for my generation and those generations to come to be safe, happy and healthy; to accept Christ as their Savior and for the salvation of their spouses-to-be whomever they shall be. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Psalm 4:8. Psalm 80:3,7 Turn us again, O God, and cause thy face to shine; and we shall be saved. 7 Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions: according to thy mercy remember thou me for thy goodness sake, O LORD. To be honest I had never heard this song until today. CCLI #: 7147007. If God is holy and perfect, how can he be Jealous and not be in sin too? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1ZjB0UOzOg&list=WL&index=9&t=0s. Theres a preacher who comes to our church on occasion and even before this song came out he would sing Nu. I love this site. However, unbelievers will probably get the wrong idea, thinking God approves of their sinful lifestyle. And their children. I like your helpful analysis, particularly your explanation of how The Blessing links to scripture. The scope of The Berean Test is to analyze lyrics for its message, Biblical accuracy, outsider interpretation, or inherent glorification of God (or lack thereof) based on my evaluation criteria. Just a friendly thought! Hebrews says it well in Ch13, offering UP to God spiritual sacrifices. A second Biblical example of God's grace or favor can be found in 2 Timothy 2:1, where the Apostle Paul told his student Timothy, "You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus." Here, and in many other places in the Scriptures, God's grace gave the beneficiary the ability or strength to do something they . There are three principles here, two of which involve the people, and one that involves the leaders. ReadAbout the Berean TestandEvaluation Criteria prior to reading this review. It seems therefore it should only be pronounced to the church [to those who are in Christ by faith (1Pet 2:9/ Rev 1:5-6)] and probably best after a reminder of the gospel the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ for our sin. Im not much of a 7-Eleven kind of worshipper (7-11 repeats) but this song Can absolutely get away with it. Zakar, then, is as much direct action as it is a mental exercise. It technically repeats, but its not nearly annoying as, say, an entire phrase on repeat four or more times. To God be the glory!! God does not withhold all blessings until a person comes to Him in repentance and faith in Christ. #Bible #pray #bibleverse #scripture #wisdom #faith #bible #christianlife #repost4ig Then it hit me: TastyWallet. But even when younger, and more so now, I find that when phrases get repeated a lot, as in this song, especially when done in an intense way, they it can work really well for a while, but sometimes they start to lose their meaning, and if that happens, then the band is probably still really giving it some, and some of the people round you are still really into it, and youre left standing there with all that going on, thinking it was initially great, but now its just banal. Job 10:12 The near endless repetition of it all almost ruins it as far as the musical aspect. A universal comment I can place anywhere, but suiting the GIMME,GIMME,GIMME attitude of this song. I just feel wary of painting God as this benefactor when people could be setting their faces again God with their unrepentant sin. We make things so complicated. . I agree in a meeting, where this fits is important, as you suggested at the end is a good place. I first heard it when I needed to hear that message repeated many times. In the Old Testament examples, the text uses the Hebrew word zakar, which means to remember. But the definition goes deeper, for it also means to bring someone to mind and then act on that persons behalf. Todays society readily seeks the blessings of the Lord but scorns any form of repentance that should accompany those blessings. If the message is Gods law and gospel, we must proclaim it and let the Holy Spirit sort out the rest. We don't have to worry. But, a lot of people (including myself) have concerns about how songs might lead unbelievers in the wrong direction. Turn from thy fierce wrath, and repent of this evil against thy people. For less than $5/mo. Much of the focus of 1 Peter is on how Christians should conduct themselves during unjust persecution. Oh, and His presence, oh, and He surrounds you It is humbly to know that God is not only for the Body of Christ but for each and every one of us individually. Indeed very presumptuous and haughty! And that there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ! Line upon line, precept upon precept. Shan Nope & Ill stick to being overly cautious [not saying always outright wrong] with the mystical influences [kundalini similarity] of repetition. Jon I had the similar thoughts as you; that this is very much like taking Jer 29:11, and thinking that it is meant for us individually. Wow! Why did you copyright a song that inspiration was giving to you from the word God and his spirit it was freely given to you and you freely admit most of it comes from numbers Do you have the right to Copyright it as your own inspiration? Bible Scriptures. Thank you also for what you wrote in the comments about the church being new Israel, with all the scripture references. As a pastor of a traditional denomination I seemed to end up with very dysfunctional congregation. I agree that it can help us learn and reinforce concepts; However, it can also become hypnotic. Remember me, O my God, concerning this, and wipe not out my good deeds that I have done for the house of my God, and for the offices thereof. Ive been fascinated by this song since the first time I heard it. Elevation Worship is not the first, nor are they the last, to copyright something inspired by the Bible. Thats the beautiful thing about God, He speaks to each of us in a personal way, one that we can hear. But, that doesnt mean that it cannot be used in such a way. That being said. I actually have made a play list of only this song to give me 30 minutes of meditative background to my prayers. To the Pastor that says he doesnt think his congregation should sing the blessing, this is my simple response, the best way to remember scripture is to sing it as a song. Blessings from God are not always pain free (from what Ive read in scripture) but He knows the best time, the right dosage and perfect pressure to reveal our failings and bring us before Him. It really sounds like ourselves. This songs (like you said) main focus is blessings on believers- but that means its for believers not for God. Most people find this site by doing a Google search. Almost all translations of the Bible (if not all translations) are copyrighted. and those who see it as a blessing, reinforcement, and helpful. Brings me tears as well. For past couple of days i couldnt get out of this song. And a thousand generations It is not a prayer, but a proclamation. Virtually all artists copyright their music, including Christian artists who borrow from the Bible for their music. Repeating it. Sad that we are grading music written to worship our creator and Lord based on our personal preference. It would be like my son claiming a promise that my father gave to me when I was his age, that is not how specific promises work. What gives them a right to copyright their work? I agree with you as well Renee, and sadly its nothing surprising being the fact that this song was written by people who are heavily connected with churches that are not biblically sound and teach heresy (just listen to the messages from Elevation church and Gateway -very evidently self-centered and all about what profits them). And their children, and their children. And yes, Im especially referring to these places churning out thousands of contemporary, shallow, often nonsensical Christian songs, mainly for or partly for other reasons than truly caring for where those consuming it, ends up! If they did, they would be blessed to the thousandth generation (Deut. Thank you for your comment! Elevation Worships The Blessing was recently requested several times in the same week, in part because it addresses the current COVID-19 crisis. Sometimes Gods face on us may involve revealing sin, or stripping away human traits or taking away our comforts or idols so we see Him more. Repetition is not a issue here. Its not my intent to keep unbelievers from learning more. There were those that ministered to the house of God (the people) and there were the wonderful sons of Zadok, who were permitted to minister to God to Him, not to them or us. While important, discussing the artists teachings and theology tends to start arguments and becomes unfruitful. I First check it whether it is completely biblical or not. May God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and multiply you, that you may become a company of peoples. We dont deserve Gods blessing. We need it because we forget too quickly and go back to fear. So true Shan! Praise ( songs about or to God most of the time the word you is withheld in these songs) 2. Jews are not THE chosen people; they are A chosen people, the first of several monotheistic religions. So some of the comments about receiving a blessing for ourselves over and over I certainly get. But true worship comes from people who are deeply emotional and who love deep and sound doctrine. Thank you for taking it to the Bible. At first I just listened with reflection. We do not know whether the people who were being wronged . Love this song! Psalm 68:28 Thy God hath commanded thy strength: strengthen, O God, that which thou hast wrought for us. He doesnt suffer from memory lapses. Lyrics. But then I listened to the song again, and I sang along, in a sense praying the blessing over my family (perhaps encouraged by the reminder of His favor to a thousand a generations of those who love Him). To remember; by implication, to mention; also (as denominative from zakar) to be male X burn (incense), X earnestly, be male, (make) mention (of), be mindful, recount, record(-er), remember, make to be remembered, bring (call, come, keep, put) to (in) remembrance, X still, think on, X well. May His presence go before you. The live video thats out there was performed just days after they wrote the song. His LOVEJesus is love. Which rather should produce no music & whos music should not be spread around; or at least Christians should be extremely careful in what way it is supported & approved! Shan YES. Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. In order to do the Lord's work, we must resolve conflicts in the church in a biblical manner. And dont forget, it is the famous saying of the embodiment of the devil, that repeating a lie a hundred times makes it a truth. It appears God has a thing for repetition. I believe the comment in the conclusion saying Despite its overreliance on as nauseum refrains is unfair and a detriment to the beauty of this song and as such should be removed from the analysis and besides, it seems that most people love the repetition. This song isnt about me. The repetition in this song conveys my sense of urgency to have God truly bless my children not with possessions, wealth, or fame but Himself. If God is so for them, should we be against them in anyway? You can tell that Kari Jobe is just blown away with how well the song is being received. Prayers Points To Conceive This Year. Even in every music player we do have something called as repeat mode. 44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; If this song were sung by the pastoral team or just the worship team as a blessing at the end of service I believe that is its proper context. Prayer For Blessing And Favor It does seems like a misuse of the text to rip out the blessing without the curses and warnings to go along with it. Although, there arent many concerts during the current pandemic. I agree wholeheartedly. In the evaluation above it is said that it brings blessing to the people. One final remark, in these days when the drum beat that is repeated through the media is fear inducing, perhaps we will need words of hope a thousand times to drown them out. It works well for children too. Regardless of the farmers disposition toward God, God gives sunshine and rain to all the farmers in equal portion. Those who do not accept this truth, regardless of whether they are doing kind and compassionate things at this time, remain enemies of the living God, cut off from him, and condemned to death for eternity if they dont repent. Okay, so thats not Aaron and his sons, which means either no-one now can say it or sing it OR perhaps all believers can sing it to/over each other and over their families etc. The repetition of the phrase He is for you has caused me to understand, with new clarity, what i thought i knew. We dont leave our homes or camps for a week to purify ourselves, nor do we need a priest to call us clean. We shouldnt either. To the extent that this song glorifies God, it is for Christ, not against Him, even if the church where it comes from is misleading people with man-centered teaching. It has no echo of repentance or obedience. To consider that such blessings are reserved only for believers can rub close to the idea that belief produces blessing. Transitional (these songs transition from praise to worship or from worship to praise and usually have some elements of a typical praise/and or worship song) and 4. Psalm 67:1 To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm or Song. 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