In this season we are encouraged to raise giving thanks to a higher conscious level than during the rest of the year. This involves taking time to look deeper for reasons to be thankful. But rarely is there mention of “Who” we should be giving thanks to, unless you are in a church setting. Scripture tells us that God, our Heavenly Father, is the giver of every perfect gift (James 1:17). I know at times I have difficulty recognizing everything that He allows into my life as a perfect gift. But scripture also tells me that everything that comes to me is His will for my life (Romans 12:2). And that He will use all things and work them together for good (Romans 8:28). In reflecting on giving thanks and “Who” to give thanks to during this Thanksgiving season, I am reminded of the song “Is He Worthy?” by Andrew Peterson. I am sharing the lyrics below. Enjoy this Thanksgiving season with all its blessings and offer the One Who is worthy your praises and thanks for Who He is and all that He is.
Is He Worthy?
Andrew Peterson
Do you feel the world is broken?
(We do)
Do you feel the shadows deepen?
(We do)
But do you know that all the dark won't stop the light from getting through?
(We do)
Do you wish that you could see it all made new?
(We do)
Is all creation groaning?
(It is)
Is a new creation coming?
(It is)
Is the glory of the Lord to be the light within our midst?
(It is)
Is it good that we remind ourselves of this?
(It is)
Is anyone worthy?
Is anyone whole?
Is anyone able to break the seal and open the scroll?
The Lion of Judah who conquered the grave
He is David's root and the Lamb who died to ransom the slave
Is He worthy? Is He worthy?
Of all blessing and honor and glory
Is He worthy of this?
He is
Does the Father truly love us?
(He does)
Does the Spirit move among us?
(He does)
And does Jesus, our Messiah hold forever those He loves?
(He does)
Does our God intend to dwell again with us?
(He does)
Is anyone worthy?
Is anyone whole?
Is anyone able to break the seal and open the scroll?
The Lion of Judah who conquered the grave
He is David's root and the Lamb who died to ransom the slave
From every people and tribe
Every nation and tongue
He has made us a kingdom and priests to God
To reign with the Son
Is He worthy? Is He worthy?
Of all blessing and honor and glory
Is He worthy? Is He worthy?
Is He worthy of this?
He is!
Is He worthy? Is He worthy?
He is!
He is!
Songwriters: Andrew Peterson / Ben Shive
Is He Worthy? lyrics © The Bicycle Music Company, Music Services, Inc