WAVE YOUR HANDS AND PRAISE THE LORD
(Repeat x 4)
If you know the Lord’s been good to ya,
Wave your hands and praise the Lord.
If you know the Lord’s been good to ya,
Wave your hands and praise the Lord.
Wave your hands and praise the Lord.
When trials they come to discourage,
You cry ‘when will it end?’
Wait, Jesus said I will deliver you from all of
them.
There’s no need to worry about it;
Just believe God will bring you out, yeah!
So wave your hands…
Don’t you know the Lord will bring you through,
Just wave your hands and praise the Lord.
Don’t you know the Lord will bring you through,
Just wave your hands and praise the Lord.
The devil, he tries to defeat you,
You need to understand,
The victory is already yours, so praise the Lord:
Yes, raise your hands.
Mark Beswick & Howard Francis
Song Meaning
“Wave Your Hands” centres on praising God’s goodness during trials while trusting Jesus to deliver. Its repeated language turns doctrine into prayer and gives worshippers words for a faithful response to God.
Biblical Message
The song closely reflects Psalm 34:1 and John 16:33. 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 children’s worship, testimony, or encouragement. Let its central confession become a personal prayer and a shared encouragement to the church.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “Wave Your Hands” about?
It is about praising God’s goodness during trials while trusting Jesus to deliver.
Which Bible passages connect with this song?
Psalm 34:1 and John 16:33 provide especially clear connections to its message.
How can this song be used in worship?
It can support children’s worship, testimony, or encouragement, followed by Scripture reading, prayer, or quiet reflection.