God of This City
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This week, we're introducing a song that was released in 2008 called God of this City by Chris Tomlin. It was originally written by Bluetree but became popular with Chris Tomlin published on his Passion Album, making this song his primary song.
I love how the song connects with our theme this week of serving others because it has themes of God's power, hope. and transformative place for our cities. It encourages us to trust God and that greater things will come. Here are some ways it connects to scripture:
I love how the song connects with our theme this week of serving others because it has themes of God's power, hope. and transformative place for our cities. It encourages us to trust God and that greater things will come. Here are some ways it connects to scripture:
“You’re the God of this city, You’re the King of these people”
- Psalm 47:7-8 (NLT): “For God is the King over all the earth. Praise him with a psalm! God reigns above the nations, sitting on his holy throne.”
- This verse shows God’s reign over cities and nations, affirming His kingship over all people.
“Greater things have yet to come, and greater things are still to be done in this city”
- Jeremiah 29:11 (NLT): “For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”
- This verse reflects God’s plans for the future, emphasizing that He has greater things in store for His people, including cities and communities.
- John 14:12 (NLT): “I tell you the truth, anyone who believes in me will do the same works I have done, and even greater works, because I am going to be with the Father.”
- Jesus promises that believers will do even greater things through faith, which aligns with the hope of transformation in the song.
“You’re the light in this darkness, You’re the hope to the hopeless”
- John 8:12 (NLT): “Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, ‘I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.’”
- Jesus is described as the light that dispels darkness, offering hope to those in need.
“You’re the peace to the restless, You are”
- Philippians 4:7 (NLT): “Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”
- God’s peace is a central theme here, as it surpasses all understanding and brings rest to the restless.
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