COME AND PRAISE THE LIVING GOD,
Come and worship, come and worship.
He has made you priest and king,
Come and worship the living God.
We come not to a mountain of fire and smoke,
Not to gloom and darkness or trumpet sound;
We come to the new Jerusalem,
The holy city of God.
By His voice He shakes the earth,
His judgements known throughout theworld.
But we have a city that forever stands,
The holy city of God.
Mike Kerry
Song Meaning
“Come Praise The Living God” centres on approaching the living God through the new covenant and receiving an unshakable kingdom. Its repeated language turns doctrine into prayer and gives worshippers words for a faithful response to God.
Biblical Message
The song closely reflects Hebrews 12:18–28 and Revelation 1:6. These passages illuminate its central images and anchor its message in Scripture: God acts in grace, his people respond in faith, and hope rests in what he has promised.
Reflection
Use this song to pause, name the truth it declares, and consider the response it invites. It is especially fitting for Communion, church identity, or worship about reverence and kingdom hope. Let its central confession become a personal prayer and a shared encouragement to the church.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Come Praise The Living God” about?
It is about approaching the living God through the new covenant and receiving an unshakable kingdom.
Which Bible passages connect with this song?
Hebrews 12:18–28 and Revelation 1:6 provide especially clear connections to its message.
How can this song be used in worship?
It can support Communion, church identity, or worship about reverence and kingdom hope, followed by Scripture reading, prayer, or quiet reflection.