Spy Car Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I'm wondering if you all are familiar with the song "How Great is Our God"? I'm making a documentary on a young family-man from Kentucky who had a very serious stroke, and his church organized a benefit concert to help raise funds for his care. One of the groups sang "How Great is Our God". I'd never heard it before (big surprise :tongue_smilie:) but they did a great spirit-filled version, and I found it quite touching. I just wasn't sure is this was a "famous" song or not. The assembled church-goers all seemed to know it (and were singing along). So help me out and tell me what you know about this praise-song. Bill The splendor of a King, clothed in majesty Let all the earth rejoice All the earth rejoice He wraps himself in Light, and darkness tries to hide And trembles at His voice Trembles at His voice How great is our God, sing with me How great is our God, and all will see How great, how great is our God Age to age He stands And time is in His hands Beginning and the end Beginning and the end The Godhead Three in One Father Spirit Son The Lion and the Lamb The Lion and the Lamb Name above all names Worthy of our praise My heart will sing How great is our God How great is our God, sing with me How great is our God, and all will see How great, how great is our God Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I never know when the posts around here or serious or not, but taking your question at face value, yes. We sing this song at our church and I really like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted January 22, 2009 Author Share Posted January 22, 2009 I never know when the posts around here or serious or not, but taking your question at face value, yes. We sing this song at our church and I really like it. This time I'm serious. :001_smile: Has this song been around a long time, or is it recent? It is a good song. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlotteb Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 The song is sung by Chris Tomlin. It was released in 2004 on his "Arriving" album. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 This time I'm serious. :001_smile: Has this song been around a long time, or is it recent? It is a good song. Bill It is a good song. ;) It's by Chris Tomlin and it has been out for awhile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillary in KS Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 It's a pretty familiar song. We sing it at church and hear it on the radio. I like it. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted January 22, 2009 Author Share Posted January 22, 2009 The song is sung by Chris Tomlin. It was released in 2004 on his "Arriving" album. Is Chris Tomlin famous? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fivetails Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 The first time I heard this song was the summer before last - dd12 (dd10 at the time) was in a music camp at our old church and the kids performed that song... everytime I hear it now, I still picture her sitting there at the drums (her chosen instrument for the camp) looking both terrified and excited to be performing music in public for the first time. :D It *is* a very good song. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 We've sung it for a few years. It's a Chris Tomlin song . . . he has quite a few good songs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kelli in TN Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 It is one of my favorites. We sing it pretty regularly at our church. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Is Chris Tomlin famous? In the Christian community, I would say yes. Probably more people know his songs than his name. He has written quite a few songs that are popular in the worship genre. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snickelfritz Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 , Is Chris Tomlin famous? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted January 22, 2009 Author Share Posted January 22, 2009 In the Christian community, I would say yes. Probably more people know his songs than his name. He has written quite a few songs that are popular in the worship genre. Is this called "Christian contemporary" or praise-music"? Or what genre would you call this? The band who sing it in our film really did a wonderful version. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Probably not helpful, but it is one of my favorite "new" songs - and I'm pretty much a hymnal kinda girl. I'm not an emotional worshipper per se, but this one always had tears streaming down my cheeks. Especially last year, when my dh was unemployed. I think part of its power is due to the fact that it focuses on who God is, not our own subjective experience. My .02! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Is this called "Christian contemporary" or praise-music"? Or what genre would you call this? The band who sing it in our film really did a wonderful version. Bill *I* would consider it praise/worship, however it is played on the contemporary Christian radio stations. How's that for an answer? :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snickelfritz Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 . According to the Christian Copyright Licensing International, Tomlin is the most sung Christian artist in the United States Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neesek Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 This song is currently #1 on CCLI's Top 25 list, so it is pretty popular in churches right now. http://www.ccli.com/LicenseHolder/Top25Lists.aspx If you look down through the list, there are several Chris Tomlin songs there. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted January 22, 2009 Author Share Posted January 22, 2009 Probably not helpful, but it is one of my favorite "new" songs - and I'm pretty much a hymnal kinda girl. I'm not an emotional worshipper per se, but this one always had tears streaming down my cheeks. Especially last year, when my dh was unemployed. I think part of its power is due to the fact that it focuses on who God is, not our own subjective experience. My .02! Don't tell anyone, but the song...and watching friends and neighbors rallying around one of their own...brought a tear to my eye as well. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snickelfritz Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Christian contemporary being a broader category that encompasses anything that is Christian and..... contemporary.:D It would include praise and worship, along with others. I can think of some silly songs that would be Christian contemporary, but not praise (there's a song about cartoon characters praising that comes to mind.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted January 22, 2009 Author Share Posted January 22, 2009 Christian contemporary being a broader category that encompasses anything that is Christian and..... contemporary.:D It would include praise and worship, along with others. I can think of some silly songs that would be Christian contemporary, but not praise (there's a song about cartoon characters praising that comes to mind.) So if I wanted to be "hip-to-the-lingo" I'd go with "praise"? Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fivetails Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 (edited) The first time I heard this song was the summer before last - dd12 (dd10 at the time) was in a music camp at our old church and the kids performed that song... everytime I hear it now, I still picture her sitting there at the drums (her chosen instrument for the camp) looking both terrified and excited to be performing music in public for the first time. :D It *is* a very good song. :) eek! It's still in my old google video account! *grin* .... here ya go, an amateur presentation of that song. dd12 (10 then) is hard to see, cuz she's down front on ground level, not stage...sorta right between some heads, has a scarf around her neck, whacking drumsticks around.:D (Video quality kinda sucks, old camera then) Edited January 22, 2009 by fivetails typo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelli in TN Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 So if I wanted to be "hip-to-the-lingo" I'd go with "praise"? Bill Praise and Worship would probably be more accurate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 So if I wanted to be "hip-to-the-lingo" I'd go with "praise"? Bill :lol::lol::lol: I would. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted January 22, 2009 Author Share Posted January 22, 2009 eek! It's still in my old google video account! *grin* .... here ya go, an amature presentation of that song. dd12 (10 then) is hard to see, cuz she's down front on ground level, not stage...sorta right between some heads, has a scarf around her neck, whacking drumsticks around.:D (Video quality kinda sucks, old camera then) I want to thank you so much for posting this, what a delightful clip.:001_smile: I'm liking this song! Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted January 22, 2009 Author Share Posted January 22, 2009 Praise and Worship would probably be more accurate. I wanna be right. What say the rest? "Praise" or "Praise and Worship"? Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neesek Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I wanna be right. What say the rest? "Praise" or "Praise and Worship"? Bill praise and worship Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillary in KS Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I'd say "Praise and Worship," but I think it's splitting hairs. You're okay with either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karenciavo Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Is Chris Tomlin famous? Yes, I'm going to see him live on Sunday. Can't wait. :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty in Pink Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 *I* would consider it praise/worship, however it is played on the contemporary Christian radio stations. How's that for an answer? LOL :iagree:but, if I had to categorize the song, I would place it in the "Praise and Worship" category. HTH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I wanna be right. What say the rest? "Praise" or "Praise and Worship"? Bill The Dove Awards (similar to the Grammy's; for Christian/inspirational/gospel music) has a category for Best Praise and Worship album. I guess that would be your technical answer. And btw, Chris Tomlin won the Dove award for 2008 Best Male Vocalist; and this particular song won for Best Worship Song. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free Indeed Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Praise and Worship, and it is one of my favorite songs. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Don't tell anyone, but the song...and watching friends and neighbors rallying around one of their own...brought a tear to my eye as well. Bill Your secret's safe with me, Bill. . . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I love that song and have it on my song list on my computer. We sing it at church as well as on the family bible retreat we go to in the summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Another Chris Tomlin fan here. His website is http://www.christomlin.com http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Tomlin He has written what I believe are many of today true contemporary hymns that will be sung for ages to come. Matt Redman and Tim Hughes fall into that category as well, IMO. Paula.........who is a big fan of Louie Giglio too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peek a Boo Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 .....So help me out and tell me what you know about this praise-song. ----- The Godhead Three in One Father Spirit Son The Lion and the Lamb The Lion and the Lamb ---------- agreeing w/ others: yes, familiar. yes, it's famous. I don't listen to much Christian radio and don't follow the singers, so No, I didn't know who the guy is. yeah, I'd go w/ Praise and Worship, but comfortably call it a praise song and discreetly roll my eyes if anyone wanted to split hairs ;) and the only thing I would be able to add to "tell [you] what know" is to keep in mind that there are a few Christians who do NOT believe in some of the doctrinal specifics of the Trinity, so they would NOT be singing that portion of the song. i like the chorus more than the whole thing, but not enough to shed a tear. :D nice colors btw! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janna Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 LOL, yes, Bill. To be "hip to the lingo", I would say "Praise and Worship" also. But I'm in agreement with the other poster who said it's splitting hairs. I just wanted to add, in case you need numbers or something, that I too, sing this song in my church. And yes, among Christians, Chris Tomlin is well known. I heard just recently that many of his songs will be added to updated hymnals. I found that to be an interesting tidbit - that hymnals are still popular enough to be updated. I love that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubrey Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I know the song & like it, too, but I didn't know who Chris Tomlin was until dh interviewed for his current worship pastor position. The pastor wanted more that style of worship. I'm biased, though. Anything dh sings melts my heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanie Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I'm wondering if you all are familiar with the song "How Great is Our God"? I'm making a documentary on a young family-man from Kentucky who had a very serious stroke, and his church organized a benefit concert to help raise funds for his care. One of the groups sang "How Great is Our God". I'd never heard it before (big surprise :tongue_smilie:) but they did a great spirit-filled version, and I found it quite touching. I just wasn't sure is this was a "famous" song or not. The assembled church-goers all seemed to know it (and were singing along). So help me out and tell me what you know about this praise-song. Bill The splendor of a King, clothed in majesty Let all the earth rejoice All the earth rejoice He wraps himself in Light, and darkness tries to hide And trembles at His voice Trembles at His voice How great is our God, sing with me How great is our God, and all will see How great, how great is our God Age to age He stands And time is in His hands Beginning and the end Beginning and the end The Godhead Three in One Father Spirit Son The Lion and the Lamb The Lion and the Lamb Name above all names Worthy of our praise My heart will sing How great is our God How great is our God, sing with me How great is our God, and all will se How great, how great is our God Love this song! It's one of my favorite worship songs. The Chris Tomlin version is beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Great song! One of my favorite worship songs right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6packofun Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Yep. Great song! Do a search on YouTube for that title and you'll find one of Louie Giglio's awesome presentations--he tours with the guy that wrote/sings the song and their tours are incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Don't tell anyone, but the song...and watching friends and neighbors rallying around one of their own...brought a tear to my eye as well. Bill I don't know the song, but I understand what you are saying. My mother was once without church (as I am), but when she remarried, she joined her dh's church (non denom with quite the Baptist flair). I've been to many a luncheon with her (at her request) and I am always touched by the music, and the rallying around of their needy. The casserole organization when one is sick, or having a baby is something to behold as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jann in TX Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Yes, even way out here in the BOONIES of central Texas. The KICK is that when we started attending our current church we LOVED the main worship leader--and the 'Praise and Worship' part of the service. We were sad when he left to start his official music career!--Yes--Chris Tomlin! Our church supported him in his college ministry and in turn he helped out with the music team. This is one of my Favorite songs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ereks mom Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 ...several Bible verses, including: Psalm 93:1 The LORD reigns, he is robed in majesty; the LORD is robed in majesty and is armed with strength. The world is firmly established; it cannot be moved. Psalm 104:2 He wraps himself in light as with a garment; he stretches out the heavens like a tent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyWImom Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 We love Chris Tomlin-every song he does is so moving. We saw him last year at a Christian Music Festival near us-LifeFest. It was the best. To hear him live and hear the whole crowd sing is fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beansprouts Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Cindy hums softly and nods her appreciation... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie in AR Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Yes, this is one of my favorite songs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabeline Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I am pretty sure this was one of the songs we used to sing during chapel in college. I attended a Christian college in CA during 1993-5. I think this song has been around for a while but Chris Tomlin just made it famous. I agree it was one of my most favorite songs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamaw Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 (edited) Yes, I'd also like to 2nd the Louie Giglio presentation, entitled How Great Is Our God. You can buy the dvd, or you can go to YouTube and watch it there. There are 5 parts, to the You Tube presentation. I would encourage any of you to take the time to watch it. It's just amazing. I can't speak highly enough of it. You'll be wanting your kids, friends, etc to see it. And, make sure you watch it all, there is an amazing ending to it. I just can't recommend this enough. It is well, life changing. Go to You Tube, search How Great Is Our God, Giglio, and then watch part 1,2,3,4,5. You won't regret it! Edited January 22, 2009 by Mamaw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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