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The Roar
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Jul 30, 2026 updated
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Chris Tomlin's song 'The Lion of Judah' is a worship anthem about waiting on God and experiencing His deliverance. The lyrics describe a season of struggle where the singer's strength was failing, but God responded to their cry. The imagery of the lion of Judah represents Christ's power and authority, while the voice that calms the sea reflects His peace. The song moves from desperation to praise, lifting hands in gratitude for salvation. It emphasizes God's faithfulness in dark times and His ability to rescue and restore.
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I waited for the Lord
He turned and heard my cry
His mercy opened up my eyes
When I couldn?t see and my strength was failing me
I heard the roar of the lion of Judah
I heard the voice that calms the raging sea
He came to me, came to me
When I needed the Lord
I heard the roar of the lion of Judah
I waited for the Lord
He appeared in blinding light
He led me through the darkest night
When I couldn?t see and my strength was failing me
I heard the roar of the lion of Judah
I heard the voice that calms the raging sea
He came to me, came to me
When I needed the Lord,
I heard the roar of the lion of Judah
I lifted my hands
He lifted me out
All praise to the Savior, all worship to God
With all that I am
With all in my heart
All praise to the Savior, all worship to God
I heard the roar of the lion of Judah
I heard the voice that calms the raging sea
He came to me, came to me
When I needed the Lord,
I heard the roar of the lion of Judah
You came to me, came to me
When I needed You, Lord
I heard the roar of the lion of Judah
I heard the roar of the lion of Judah