: It has become a foundational "worship chorus" in modern church history, translated into dozens of languages and appearing in major hymnals like the Baptist Hymnal . Notable Versions :
: While written in the mid-70s, it gained international fame after being recorded by trumpeter and singer Phil Driscoll on his 1983 album of the same name. Significance and Usage velicaya_te_i_exalt_thee
: A modern live version featuring Chris Quilala . : It has become a foundational "worship chorus"
: The song is a declaration of God's supremacy and a personal act of surrender, focusing on glorifying God for who He is rather than just for His gifts. : The song is a declaration of God's
: The lyrics are drawn directly from Psalm 97:9 : "For Thou, LORD, art high above all the earth; Thou art exalted far above all gods".