God Forbid
Divine Reverence: God's Majesty Explored in 'God Forbid'
Lyrics
The more I know your power, lord
The more I understand your strength and authority, Lord
The more I'm mindful
The more I am aware and cautious
How casually we speak and sing your name
Reflecting on how casually we mention and sing your name
How often we have come to you
Noting the frequency with which we approach you
With no fear or wonder
Approaching you without fear or awe
And called upon you only for what we stand to gain
Calling upon you only for personal gain
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God forbid, that I find you so familiar
Expressing concern that I may become too comfortable with you
That I think of you as less than who you are
Considering you as less than your true divine nature
God forbid, that I should speak of you at all
Praying that I never speak of you without deep respect
Without a humble reverence in my heart
Emphasizing the need for humble reverence in my heart
God forbid
Lord, I often talk about your love and mercy
Talking frequently about your love and mercy
How it seems to me your goodness has no end
Perceiving that your goodness is boundless
It frightens me to think that I could take you for granted
Fearing the possibility of taking you for granted
Though you're closer than a brother
Acknowledging your closeness and friendship
You're more than just a friend
Recognizing that you are more than just a friend
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You are father, God almighty
Acknowledging you as the Father, God Almighty
Lord of lords, your king of kings
Recognizing you as the Lord of Lords and King of Kings
Beyond my understanding
Acknowledging your nature beyond my full comprehension
No less than everything
Acknowledging that you are nothing less than everything
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God forbid
Reiterating the hope and prayer that I do not become too familiar with you
God forbid
Expressing the earnest desire that I never speak of you without reverence
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