The Great I AM
Related Verses
John 8:58
Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before Abraham was, I am.
Exodus 3:14
And God said unto Moses, I Am That I Am: and he said, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, I Am hath sent me unto you.
"The Great I AM" is a powerful anthem of praise, declaring the eternal dominion, power, and personal nature of God. Inspired by key scriptures, the song reflects on God's self-sufficiency and sovereignty over all creation. Rooted in John 8:58, where Jesus declares, "Before Abraham was, I am," the song emphasizes God's eternal existence and unchanging nature. It echoes Exodus 3:14, where God reveals His name to Moses as "I AM," signifying His self-existence and independence.
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The lyrics also draw from the majesty of Revelation 1:8 and Revelation 22:13, celebrating God as the Alpha and Omega—the beginning and the end—who reigns over time and space. In harmony with Isaiah 44:6 and Isaiah 48:12, the song reinforces God as the first and the last, the only unshakable foundation in a world of fleeting empires and kingdoms.
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With its poetic imagery and reverent tone, "The Great I AM" invites listeners to reflect on the grandeur of a God who commands the stars and sands, yet remains deeply personal, guiding His people through every trial. The song's dynamic structure, with soaring choruses and intimate verses, mirrors the duality of God’s transcendence and immanence—He is both infinite in power and near to every heart.
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This song is an offering of worship to the One who was, who is, and who will forever be—the self-existent, eternal King who holds all of creation in His hands.
Lyrics
[Verse]
Before time began, He was there,
The Alpha, Omega, in every prayer.
When Moses asked His name, He said, “I AM,”
Self-sufficient, unchanging, the eternal plan.
Not bound by space, or time, or age,
His power flows from page to page.
He speaks, the mountains bow, the oceans part,
The Great I AM, ruler of every heart.
[Verse]
From heaven's throne to earth below,
He’s the One who was and will forever show,
In fire, in storm, in gentle breeze,
He commands, and kingdoms fall to their knees.
Every star in the sky, every grain of sand,
Knows His voice, moves by His hand.
The Great I AM, beyond all sight,
In the darkest hour, He’s my light.
[Pre-Chorus]
He was, He is, He’ll always be,
The One who holds eternity.
[Chorus]
The Great I AM, unshaken and true,
In every breath, He’s breaking through.
The One who was, the One who is,
Forever reigning, always His.
Alpha and Omega, start to end,
The Great I AM, my soul’s best friend.
[Verse]
Kings and empires rise and fade,
But He remains, never swayed.
From Isaiah’s lips to John’s bold pen,
The Great I AM returns again.
The first, the last, the living Word,
The One whose voice is always heard.
His power fills all space, all time,
The Great I AM, forever divine.
[Verse]
No need for rest, no need for change,
In every heart, He has a place.
Self-sufficient, standing alone,
The Great I AM on heaven’s throne.
From past to present, future still,
He holds it all, bends all at will.
His name above all names will stand,
The Great I AM, with love so grand.
[Pre-Chorus]
He was, He is, He’ll always be,
The One who holds eternity.
[Chorus]
The Great I AM, unshaken and true,
In every breath, He’s breaking through.
The One who was, the One who is,
Forever reigning, always His.
Alpha and Omega, start to end,
The Great I AM, my soul’s best friend.
[Verse]
He walks through valleys, stands on heights,
Guiding each step through darkest nights.
He knows each tear, He hears each prayer,
The Great I AM, always there.
No force can move Him, no tide can sway,
In every storm, He lights my way.
The self-existent, timeless King,
In every breath, His praises ring.
[Verse]
From creation’s dawn to earth’s last day,
His hand has woven every way.
In galaxies far, and hearts so near,
The Great I AM casts out all fear.
Through every trial, in joy or pain,
He stands unbroken, His love remains.
Above all thrones, above all lands,
Forever sovereign, the Great I AM.
[Instrumental Interlude]
[Bridge]
He is strength when I am weak,
A mighty God, humble and meek.
His hands hold worlds, yet lift the small,
The Great I AM, He loves us all.
[Outro]
The Great I AM, forever near,
My Savior, my God, He’s always here.
From start to end, He calls my name,
Eternal love, unending flame.