Chris Tomlin is the singer and writer of “How Great Is Our God,” is one of the most influential figures in modern Christian worship music. Born on May 4, 1972, in Grand Saline, Texas, he started playing guitar and writing songs when he was just a teenager. Over the years, his passion for worship grew, and he became widely known through the Passion Conferences and his albums that have inspired millions around the world. With his simple yet heartfelt lyrics and melodies, Chris Tomlin has helped shape how people experience worship in churches today, earning him several Grammy and Dove Awards.
The song “How Great Is Our God” was released in 2004 on Tomlin’s album Arriving and was co-written with Jesse Reeves and Ed Cash. It’s a powerful song that speaks about God’s majesty, strength, and glory—reminding listeners of just how awesome and mighty He is. The words were inspired by Bible passages like Psalm 104, and its simple chorus makes it easy for anyone to sing along. Since its release, the song has spread across the world, translated into many languages, and continues to be one of the most loved worship songs ever written.
[Verse 1]
The splendor of a King, clothed in majesty
All the earth rejoice
He wraps himself in Light, and darkness tries to hide
And trembles at His voice
Trembles at His voice
[Chorus]
How great is our God, sing with me
How great is our God, and all will see
How great, how great is our God
[Verse 2]
Age to age He stands
And time is in His hands
Beginning and the end
Beginning and the end
The Godhead Three in One
Father Spirit Son
The Lion and the Lamb
The Lion and the Lamb
[Chorus]
How great is our God, sing with me
How great is our God, and all will see
How great, how great is our God
[Bridge]
Name above all names
Worthy of our praise
My heart will sing
How great is our God
[Chorus]
How great is our God, sing with me
How great is our God, and all will see
How great, how great is our God
