Lyrics of Faith
Lyrics of Faith is a podcast that explores the theology behind the songs we sing. Each episode takes one worship song and reflects on it through a series of gentle, accessible theological lenses — Who is God? Who are we? What does the song reveal about God’s saving and sustaining work? How does it fit within the big story of Scripture, from creation to new creation? What does it say about our relationship with Jesus? And how might these truths shape the way we live? Rather than focusing on the history of the song or the songwriter’s intention, Lyrics of Faith invites listeners to sit with the lyrics themselves — discovering the biblical themes, spiritual depth, and everyday discipleship that our worship points us toward. It’s an opportunity to slow down, pay attention, and let the songs of the church form us in faith, hope, and love. About Me My name is Alanna Sorrensen. I’ve walked with Christ for over 40 years and am deeply involved in my local church. In my role as RTO Manager with the SU Institute of Training — part of SU Australia Ministries — I have the joy of equipping future chaplains and youth workers. Here on Lyrics of Faith, I explore the biblical themes and theological richness woven into the worship songs we sing, encouraging thoughtful reflection and deeper engagement with the truths they proclaim. If you’ve enjoyed listening, reflecting, or journeying along with these ideas, I’ve created a simple way for you to support the work behind it. There’s no expectation at all — but every bit of encouragement helps make it possible to keep creating. https://buymeacoffee.com/alanna.sorrensen
Episodes
Questions for Reflection/Discussion
- What plan, expectation or outcome do you currently find hardest to hold with open hands before God?
- Are there traditions or assumptions in your faith that you have never really examined in the light of Scripture?
- What might “making room” for God require you to release rather than add?
Questions for Reflection/Discussion
- The podcast suggests that we all have our own version of “whiskey glasses” — things we use to distract ourselves or escape when life hurts. What are some common ways people try to avoid or numb difficult emotions?
- Jesus invites those who are “weary and burdened” to come to Him for rest (Matthew 11:28). How is the rest Jesus offers different from simply escaping ...
Questions for Reflection/Discussion
- What labels or identities do you tend to give more authority than what God says about you?
- How might knowing that your identity is received through grace rather than achieved through performance change the way you approach success and failure?
- If you genuinely believed you were secure in God's love, how might that change the way you relate to other people?
Questions for Reflection/Discussion
- When life becomes uncertain, where do you instinctively look for security?
- Which part of the story of Jesus — incarnation, cross or resurrection — do you most need to reflect on at this point in your life?
- Are there things you have quietly added to Christ as necessary foundations for your security, identity or hope?
Questions for Reflection/Discussion
- What does the title Lamb of God help you understand about the death of Jesus?
- Do you find it easier to think about God's grace or God's holiness? What happens when we hold both together?
- How might approaching God with both confidence and reverence change the way you worship?
FREE BIBLE STUDY COMPANION
Continue exploring this song with the free Lyrics of Faith Bible Study Companion, including Scripture readings, discussion questions, activities, leader notes and the full podcast transcript.
Questions for Reflection/Discussion
- Where do you think the line lies between healthy self-respect and believing we should be completely self-sufficient?
- What difference does it make to base our worth on God’s love rather than on our confidence, achievements, relationships or how we feel about ourselves?
- The song celebrates being able to meet your own needs after disappointment. How might the Christian understanding of st...
Questions for Reflection/Discussion
- When did you last allow something in creation to turn your attention deliberately towards God?
- What does the cross reveal about God's greatness that creation alone cannot show us?
- How might seeing your life as part of God's much larger story change the way you view your present worries?
Questions for Reflection/Discussion:
- Is there something from your past that God has forgiven but that you continue to allow to define you?
- What is the difference between genuinely receiving God's grace and simply using forgiveness as an excuse not to change?
- How might remembering how much you have been forgiven change the way you respond to the failures of others?
Questions for Reflection/Discussion:
- Which aspect of the character of Jesus do you find most challenging to imitate in your daily life?
- How does understanding the saving and sustaining work of Christ encourage you when discipleship feels difficult?
- What is one practical way you can follow the Jesus way in your relationships this week?
Questions for Reflection and Discussion:
- What aspects of God’s character do you find most beautiful and compelling?
- How can you cultivate a deeper relationship with God rather than simply engaging in religious activity?
- Are there areas of your life where you need to invite Christ’s sustaining work to renew your devotion?
Questions for Reflection/Discussion
- When have you found yourself asking, “What was I made for?” What circumstances tend to bring questions of purpose to the surface for you?
- Ephesians 2:10 describes us as God’s handiwork, created with purpose. How might this change the way we think about our value, especially when we feel unsuccessful, uncertain or unimportant?
- The podcast suggests that our purpose begins not...
Questions for Reflection and Discussion:
- What does it practically mean for Jesus to be at the centre of your life, rather than simply being part of it?
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Why do you think the Bible places such significance on the name of Jesus? How is this different from the way we normally think about names today?
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Is there an area of your life where something else has quietly become more important than Jesus? What would it look like to place...
Questions for Reflection:
- When you think about God, do you spend more time focusing on what He does for you or on who He is? Why do you think that is?
- How do creation, the cross and Christ's promised return each reveal a different aspect of God's greatness?
- What practical habit could help you cultivate a greater sense of awe and worship in your daily life?
Questions for Reflection and Discussion:
- When was the last time you paused to reflect on the greatness and majesty of God?
- How does the life and death of Jesus reveal a different kind of majesty than the world often expects?
- What might change in your daily life if you became more aware of God’s greatness and presence?
Questions for Reflection and Discussion:
- What does the cross reveal to you about the seriousness of sin and the depth of God’s love?
- How does remembering Christ’s sacrifice shape your daily life and decisions?
- In what ways can gratitude for the cross become more evident in your actions and attitudes this week?
Questions for Reflection:
- What do you think are the greatest barriers to peace in our world? Are they mainly external (politics, religion and society), or do they begin within the human heart?
- The song imagines a better world by removing certain things. According to the Bible, what is God's vision for a renewed world, and how is it different?
- Where do you place your hope for the future—in humanity's ability to improve th...
Questions for Reflection and Discussion:
- What areas of your life need to be brought more fully into God’s light?
- How has Christ’s saving and sustaining work transformed you over time?
- In what practical ways can you reflect Christ’s light in your community this week?
Questions for Reflection or Discussion:
- What does it mean for Christ to be magnified in your daily life rather than only during worship services?
- How do difficult circumstances reveal whether your faith is based on God’s character or on favourable outcomes?
- What is one area of your life where Christ could become more visible through your actions, attitudes or priorities?
Questions for Reflection or Discussion:
- When you look back over your life, where can you see evidence of God’s faithfulness and goodness?
- How does the cross help you trust God’s goodness during difficult seasons?
- In what practical ways can you reflect God’s goodness to the people around you this week?
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