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Ik bouw op Jezus, anders niet
Het is Zijn bloed dat redding biedt
Wie op Hem hoopt, wordt niet beschaamd
Ik steun alleen op Jezus' Naam
Ik bouw op Jezus, anders niet
Het is Zijn bloed dat redding biedt
Wie op Hem hoopt, wordt niet beschaamd
Ik steun alleen op Jezus' Naam
Heer, U bent ons fundament
Zwak wordt sterk, door al Uw werk
In de storm blijft U Heer
Hoogste Heer
Ook als de nacht mijn zicht vervaagt
Toont Hij Zijn liefde die mij draagt
Al woeden stormen om mij heen
Mijn anker rust in Hem alleen
Mijn anker rust in Hem alleen
Heer, U bent ons fundament
Zwak wordt sterk, door al Uw werk
In de storm blijft U Heer
Hoogste Heer
Hij is Heer
Hoogste Heer
Heer, U bent ons fundament
Zwak wordt sterk, door al Uw werk
In de storm blijft U Heer
Hoogste Heer
Heer, U bent ons fundament
Zwak wordt sterk, door al Uw werk
In de storm blijft U Heer
Hoogste Heer
Wanneer Hij komt met luid geschal
Weet ik dat Hij mij kennen zal
Bekleed met Zijn gerechtigheid
Ben ik van Hem in eeuwigheid
The lyrics of the song "Fundament" by Stichting Opwekking express a strong reliance and trust in Jesus as the foundation of one's life. The repetition of the phrase "Ik bouw op Jezus, anders niet" (I build on Jesus, nothing else) emphasizes the exclusivity of Jesus as the source of salvation. It emphasizes that it is through His blood that redemption is secured, and anyone who hopes in Him will not be put to shame. The lyrics speak of a firm reliance on Jesus' name alone, highlighting the belief that He is the only true foundation to build upon.
The song acknowledges that even in times of darkness and uncertainty when our sight may be blurred, Jesus continues to show His love and carry us. The storms of life may rage around us, but our anchor rests solely in Him. This speaks of finding stability and security in Jesus, even when everything else seems uncertain and chaotic.
The repeated assertion that Jesus is the foundation further emphasizes His importance and centrality. The lyrics recognize that through His work, the weak become strong. This can be understood as a reflection of the transformative power of Jesus, who strengthens and uplifts individuals in their times of weakness and vulnerability. This understanding of Jesus as the highest Lord emphasizes His supremacy and sovereign control over all circ*mstances, particularly during the storms of life.
The final verse looks forward to the future return of Jesus, describing a confident assurance that when He comes with a loud trumpet sound, He will recognize and know those who belong to Him. This speaks of the hope of being clothed in His righteousness and being eternally connected to Him. The lyrics express a deep sense of trust and confidence in Jesus' faithfulness, even in the face of difficult times, and ultimately, the hope of eternal life with Him.
Ik bouw op Jezus, anders niet
My faith is solely in Jesus, there is no other foundation
Het is Zijn bloed dat redding biedt
It is through His blood that salvation is offered
Wie op Hem hoopt, wordt niet beschaamd
Those who have hope in Him will not be put to shame
Ik steun alleen op Jezus' Naam
I rely solely on the Name of Jesus
Heer, U bent ons fundament
Lord, You are our foundation
Zwak wordt sterk, door al Uw werk
Through Your works, the weak become strong
In de storm blijft U Heer
Even in the storm, You remain Lord
Hoogste Heer
Highest Lord
Ook als de nacht mijn zicht vervaagt
Even when the night blurs my vision
Toont Hij Zijn liefde die mij draagt
He shows His love that carries me
Al woeden stormen om mij heen
Even when storms rage around me
Mijn anker rust in Hem alleen
My anchor rests in Him alone
Heer, U bent ons fundament
Lord, You are our foundation
Zwak wordt sterk, door al Uw werk
Through Your works, the weak become strong
In de storm blijft U Heer
Even in the storm, You remain Lord
Hoogste Heer
Highest Lord
Hij is Heer
He is Lord
Hoogste Heer
Highest Lord
Heer, U bent ons fundament
Lord, You are our foundation
Zwak wordt sterk, door al Uw werk
Through Your works, the weak become strong
In de storm blijft U Heer
Even in the storm, You remain Lord
Hoogste Heer
Highest Lord
Wanneer Hij komt met luid geschal
When He comes with a loud trumpet sound
Weet ik dat Hij mij kennen zal
I know that He will recognize me
Bekleed met Zijn gerechtigheid
Clothed with His righteousness
Ben ik van Hem in eeuwigheid
I belong to Him for eternity
Writer(s): Eric Liljero, Harold Ten Cate, Jonas Myrin, Reuben Morgan Contributed by Jordan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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