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"Holy Is Your Name" by Darrell Vaughn - When Words Fail, Worship Speaks


Have you ever found yourself at a loss for words when you tried to describe God's greatness? Darrell Vaughn is a worship leader at the Rockpile Church in Texas, and he knows that feeling. This song, "Holy Is Your Name", takes a closer look at this struggle. Darrell has been involved in leading worship and church planting for four decades. He uses his experiences and musical skills to turn this struggle between our human limitations and God's majesty into a faith-boosting song. The melody of the song is an intriguing mix of country, soul, and modern Christian music with a bit of a laid-back vibe. 

Darrell Vaughn - Holy Is Your NameThere is nothing laid-back about the message of the song. The lyrics challenge us to look for new ways to express God's worthiness. Vaughn sings, "I'm searching for a new word," showing the challenge we all face from time to time to express what we feel using words. It's a bit like the challenge we have to describe the taste of a strawberry or the feeling we have when we know that we're truly loved, unless you are talking to someone who has experienced the same. Instead of overcomplicating things, Darrell encourages us to stick to the basics, "Back to the basics now, Jesus, you are king!" The chorus declares His greatness — "You're the good one, the holy one" — and builds up to a joyful crescendo of "Hallelujahs." Instead of trying to describe God's greatness, sing praises to describe what His greatness does and means to you. It's going back to what we know is true.

If you've ever struggled to express your amazement with words, may this song help you to express your awe and gratitude in other ways. Go ahead and give it a listen. It might just inspire your own moment of praise.

(Related scripture: Isaiah 6:3; Psalm 145:3; Revelation 4:8)

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