Bless The Lord Oh My Soul

The song "Bless The Lord Oh My Soul" by Brian and Jenn Johnson is a modern Christian worship ballad that encourages believers to praise God continually, regardless of circumstances. The lyrics are a call to worship that emphasizes the steadfastness of God's love and the appropriate response of the worshiper's soul in light of such divine kindness. The song begins with a reflection on the constancy of daybreak as a metaphor for the reliability of God's presence and the fresh opportunities each day brings to offer praise.

The chorus, which repeats the phrase 'Bless the lord, oh my soul,' is a direct invocation for the singer's soul to worship God's holy name. This act of worship is described as something to be done with fervor and passion, 'like never before,' suggesting a renewal of commitment and a deep sense of gratitude. The song also acknowledges God's attributes, such as being 'rich in love' and 'slow to anger,' which are reasons to continue praising Him. The reference to 'ten thousand reasons for my heart to find' implies that the blessings and goodness of God are innumerable and ever-present.

As the song progresses, it confronts the inevitability of human frailty and the end of life. Yet, even in the face of mortality, the song affirms that praise for God will not cease. The promise of eternal praise 'ten thousand years and then forevermore' reflects a belief in an everlasting life where worship continues beyond the temporal bounds of earthly existence. The repeated exaltations and hallelujahs at the end of the song serve to elevate the act of worship to a communal and transcendent experience, uniting the singers in a shared expression of adoration for the divine.