Intro

Chorus

Bless the Lord, O my soul,
O my soul,
Worship His holy name.
Sing like never before,
0 my soul.
I'll worship Your holy name.

Verse 1

The sun comes up, it's a new day
dawning;
It's time to sing Your
song again.
Whatever may pass,
and whatever lies
before me,
Let me be singing when
the evening comes.

Chorus

Bless the Lord, O my soul,
O my soul,
Worship His holy name.
Sing like never before,
0 my soul.
I'll worship Your holy name.

Verse 2

You're rich in love,
and You're slow to
anger.
Your name is great,
and Your heart is kind.
For all Your goodness,
I will keep on singing;
Ten thousand reasons for
my heart to find.

Chorus

Bless the Lord, O my soul,
O my soul,
Worship His holy name.
Sing like never before,
0 my soul.
I'll worship Your holy name.

Verse 3

And on that day when
my strength is failing,
The end draws near,
and my time has come;
Still my soul will sing
Your praise unending:
Ten thousand years and
then forevermore.

Chorus (2X)

Bless the Lord, O my soul,
O my soul,
Worship His holy name.
Sing like never before,
0 my soul.
I'll worship Your holy name.

Tag

I'll worship Your holy name.
I'll worship Your holy name.
I'll worship Your holy name.

10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord) - In the Bible [Verses & Devotional]

"10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)" by Matt Redman is a song that beautifully encapsulates the essence of gratitude, worship, and unwavering faith in the Lord. As we delve into the lyrics, we find a profound connection with the scriptures that further illuminate the song's message.

The chorus, "Bless the Lord, O my soul, O my soul, Worship His holy name," resonates deeply with Psalm 103:1, which says, "Bless the LORD, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless his holy name." Both the song and the scripture emphasize the depth of our soul's commitment to praising and worshiping God. It's a call to remember God's goodness and to worship Him with every fiber of our being.

Verse 1 speaks of the sun rising, a new day dawning, and the continuous cycle of life. This is reminiscent of Lamentations 3:22-23, "The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." Just as the sun rises anew each day, God's mercies and love for us are renewed daily.

In Verse 2, the lyrics highlight God's immense love, patience, and kindness. This mirrors Psalm 145:8, "The LORD is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love." The song and the scripture both remind us of God's enduring love and patience towards us, even when we falter.

Verse 3 touches on the inevitable reality of our mortality but emphasizes the eternal nature of our soul's song of praise. This sentiment is echoed in 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, where it says, "So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day... as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal." Our physical bodies may weaken, but our spirits, anchored in God's love, remain strong and eternal.

Drawing from the rich tapestry of the song and the scriptures, we are reminded of the boundless reasons we have to worship and thank the Lord. Each day, each moment, and each breath is a testament to His love, mercy, and grace.

Reflect on this: In our daily lives, amidst the hustle and bustle, how often do we pause to truly count our blessings and recognize the myriad reasons we have to be grateful? How can we cultivate a heart that continuously sings praises to the Lord, not just in moments of joy but also in times of trials? Let this song and the scriptures inspire a deeper introspection into the depth of our faith and the profound influence it has on our everyday existence.