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Only Sovereign Lord – Song Story

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Only Sovereign Lord – Song Story

The main reason I write worship songs like Only Sovereign Lord is to be a blessing and resource for the Christian church. As I ponder about the song Only Sovereign Lord here are some answers to questions that hopefully share the song’s story.

The meaning of the word sovereign is “a supreme ruler”. That is who the Lord Jesus is. Also, there is only one Lord we need to follow. That is where the title comes, Only Sovereign Lord.

Song Lyrics

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord
Seated on the throne
You are worthy of all praise
bowing down I honor you

Only Sovereign Lord 
At Your feet I fall
Only Sovereign Lord 
You are above all 

Mighty, Mighty, is the Lamb
High and lifted up
You're the Savior of my soul
By Your blood I've overcome

Only Sovereign Lord 
At Your feet I fall
Only Sovereign Lord 
You are above all

I surrender my life to you
I surrender my life to you

Only Sovereign Lord 
At Your feet I fall
Only Sovereign Lord 
You are above all

The song starts out exalting Jesus as a holy Lord in His rightful place on the throne. This speaks of his royalty and position to rule. When looking to Jesus the appropriate response in worship. In the song this act is shown honor through bowing at his feet. In Act 4:24 it is written

“When they heard this, they raised their voices together in prayer to God. “Sovereign Lord,” they said, “you made the heavens and the earth and the sea, and everything in them.”

The role of the Christian worshipper is to give honor and praise. We are also called to place him above everything.

In the second verse the song reminds the worshiper the greatest thing done for mankind. Jesus is the Lamb that was slain for our sins. The amazing thing is that this Lamb is mighty is strength. Through the blood of Jesus comes salvation. Our salvation allows us to overcome sin and death. But there is one thing every person must do to receive this gift.

We find that response in the bridge of the song. Only when a person surrenders to Jesus can they experience true salvation. John the Baptist so eloquently said

“Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!”

We are designed to worship God. The fall makes this act difficult. However, the Mighty Lamb Jesus who is the “Only Sovereign Lord” provides people a way of salvation. For this honor him by bowing down at the feet of Jesus who sits on the throne.

Why I wrote Only Sovereign Lord?

There will be a day in the future where everyone will bow down and acknowledge that Jesus is Lord. In this song the picture I want to paint is what that would be for Christ followers. The attributes of the Lord are many. He is Holy, He is worthy and He is mighty. Our response is to acknowledge that he is the one and only sovereign Lord. The worshippers response is to fall down and bow at his feet. That is an act of submission to His rule.

What inspired the song Only Sovereign Lord?

The song Only Sovereign Lord is inspired by a combination of several bible verses.  Here are ones that stand out in regards to the song itself

When they heard this, they raised their voices together in prayer to God. “Sovereign Lord,” they said, “you made the heavens and the earth and the sea, and everything in them.

Acts 4:24 NIV

Praise the Lord!
Praise the Lord, O my soul!
While I live I will praise the Lord;
I will sing praises to my God while I have my being.

PSALM 146 1-2

“And they sing the song of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Great and marvelous are your works, Lord God Almighty; just and true are your ways, thou King of saints.”

Revelation 15:3

“Come, let us worship and bow down. Let us kneel before the LORD our maker”

Psalm 95:6

Then Job arose, tore his robe, and shaved his head; and he fell to the ground and worshiped.

Job 1:20

What message would you like people to take from the song Only Sovereign Lord?

There will be a day where everyone will die. There are options available today as we live to make a decision to commit our lives to God. In this song it is my hope that the individual that sings these words will have a fore knowledge of what it will be like in heaven. Christian devotion to God start now. Let us reverence the Lord for what He has done. Our lives need to surrender to the amazing free gift of salvation.

Listen to Only Sovereign Lord

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New Song by John Pape, God Has Come, Released March 18th 2022

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New Song by John Pape, God Has Come, Released March 18th 2022

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA John Pape from El Cajon California, an independent, self-managed Christian songwriter who writes and produces worship and praise music for seekers and believers in the church, announces the release of a new single “God Has Come“.

The song was officially released March 18th on various music sites that include Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon. The song “God Has Come” is a praise and worship song written for church congregation worship services.

This song is about questioning where a person stands regarding their faith. There is a spiritual battle between forces of light and dark or right and wrong. There is an urgency for making a decision for the Lord as the end times gets closer everyday. There are forces in the spiritual realm that battle for a persons soul.

As a Christian Praise and Worship song it is based on the scripture Isaiah 12:2

Behold, God is my salvation I will trust and not be afraid; ‘For Yah, the Lord, is my strength and song; He also has become my salvation.’

This song is a pure DIY project with the recording and production be done in a home studio. Songwriter and Musician John Pape create the song as a solo artist.

John states, “My music ministry is to create songs that will edify, encourage, educate and entertain people with the goal of creating a closer relationship to Jesus. The songs are crafted to encourage Christians in their daily walk. The songs provide a positive soundtrack for people’s lives.”

John’s songwriting drive is to honor God though words and music. His experience has grown over several years of honing the art of songwriting, musicianship and production.

John is also author of the book “Building a House of Worship”. The book was written as a guide to Christian church worship leaders to better minister to the people they serve as they use their gift of music.

In addition to writing songs, John also uses his musical gifts to lead worship in local churches.

Currently John is working on a project to release several new Praise and Worship songs that were written to build and encourage Christians in their daily walk.

“God Has Come” is now streaming on all music platforms.”

For song resources visit https://mediatunes.com/god-has-come-song-resources

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Contact

John Pape
Mediatunes Inc
445 N Cuyamaca Street
Phone 619-593-9483
Email: john@mediatunes.com

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God Has Come Isaiah 21:2 Song Single Cover Art

For digital assets for this release go to

https://mediatunes.com/god-has-come-epk

Contact

John Pape
Mediatunes Inc
445 N Cuyamaca Street
El Cajon CA 92020

Phone 619-593-9483

Mediatunes Inc is a multimedia service business that offers several services to help its clients better communicate to their audience. Its primary goal is to provide multimedia type services.

God Has Come Song Resources

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God Has Come Song Resources

Worship song resources for God Has Come by John Pape. Worship leader’s use these song resources to learn the song to use in your ministry.

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Song Information

SongwriterJohn Earl Pape
ThemeWorship
KeyC
Tempo90
TagsWorship, Christian, praise, Gospel, spiritual ,victory, salvation, trust, strength, Lord, GOD, Contemporary Christian, Praise & Worship
CCLI7079605
ScripturesIsaiah 12:2

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Lyrics

VERSE 1
God has come to save me.
I will trust in Him
God has come to save me.
I will not be afraid.

CHORUS
The LORD GOD
Is my strength
Thank you LORD!
Praise your name
The LORD GOD
Is my song
Tell the world
let them know
He has given me
VICTORY

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CCLI 7079605

About This Song

The premise behind the song is found in scripture.  Specifically, the bible verse Isaiah 12:2.  This single verse is packed with God’s love.  First off, God is the source of salvation.  We all have this in common, there are times in life where we need to be saved. 

These could be dark and lonely times.  It could be moments of distress and anxiety   However, to acknowledge God is my salvation leads to the behavior of trust and peace.  Afterall, peace is the opposite of being afraid.  Some translation end with the word “victory”.  And that is what Christians get when putting their entire trust in Him.

My hope is that this song will encourage Christians that God is our salvation especially when facing spiritual battles.