Lyrics
Standing on the promises of Christ my King,
Through eternal ages let His praises ring,
Glory in the highest, I will shout and sing,
Standing on the promises of God.
Standing, standing,
Standing on the promises of God my Savior;
Standing, standing,
I'm standing on the promises of God.
Standing on the promises that cannot fail,
When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail,
By the living Word of God I shall prevail,
Standing on the promises of God.
Standing, standing,
Standing on the promises of God my Savior;
Standing, standing,
I'm standing on the promises of God.
Standing on the promises of Christ the Lord,
Bound to Him eternally by love's strong cord,
Overcoming daily with the Spirit's sword,
Standing on the promises of God.
Standing, standing,
Standing on the promises of God my Savior;
Standing, standing,
I'm standing on the promises of God.
Standing on the promises I cannot fall,
Listening every moment to the Spirit's call
Resting in my Savior as my all in all,
Standing on the promises of God.
Standing, standing,
Standing on the promises of God my Savior;
Standing, standing,
I'm standing on the promises of God.
Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: R. Kelso Carter
When the storms of doubt and fear rage around us, we need a firm foundation that cannot be shaken. The promises of Christ are not mere wishful thinking, but unshakeable truths anchored in God's eternal faithfulness. As we sing these words, we are invited to lift our gaze above our circumstances and stand firmly on the word of our King. Whatever uncertainties you face today, take heart—His word stands forever, and He will never fail you.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- Hebrews 10:23: “Let’s hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering; for he who promised is faithful.”
- 2 Corinthians 1:20: “For however many are the promises of God, in him is the “Yes” and in him the “Amen,” to the glory of God through us.”
- Psalm 119:89: “Forever, Yahweh, your word is settled in heaven.”