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Awakening
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Aug 18, 2026 updated
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Hillsong United's 'Awakening' is a worship song that calls for spiritual revival and renewal. The lyrics express a deep desire for God's presence and power to awaken the soul, both personally and nationally. The song emphasizes surrender to God's will and a longing for His awakening in the world. It uses imagery of light breaking through darkness, symbolizing hope and transformation. The repeated plea for God to awaken the soul reflects a theme of spiritual hunger and dependence on the Holy Spirit. Overall, it is a prayerful anthem for personal and collective revival.
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[Verse 1:]
In our hearts Lord
In this nation
Awakening
[Verse 2:]
Holy Spirit
We Desire
Awakening
[Chorus:]
For You and You alone
Awake my soul
Awake my soul and sing
For the world You love
Your will be done
Let Your will be done in me
[Verse 3:]
In Your presence
In Your power
Awakening
[Verse 4:]
For this moment
For this hour
Awakening
[Bridge:]
Like the rising sun that shines
From the darkness comes a light
I hear Your voice say
This is my awakening
Like the rising sun that shines
Awake my soul
Awake my soul to sing
From the darkness comes a light
Awake my soul
Awake my soul to sing
Only You can raise a life
Awake my soul
Awake my soul to sing