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Revive Us Again
In the quiet of the morning,
we remember what You’ve done.
You restored us in our darkness,
now we rise to meet the sun.
You forgave the sins we carried,
lifted burdens from our hands.
You withdrew Your righteous anger,
brought us back to holy land.
Restore us, God our salvation,
let Your mercy draw us near.
Speak Your peace into our hearts,
call us out of every fear.
Let Your truth rise from the earth,
let Your goodness fill the air.
Revive us again, Lord, let Your peace return,
Speak to Your people, let our hearts discern.
Mercy and truth meet in Your holy light,
Righteousness and peace embrace in the night.
Your salvation’s close to those
who hold Your name in awe.
Let Your glory fill our cities,
let Your justice shape our law.
Truth will spring from every valley,
righteousness from heaven’s throne.
Speak Your peace into our hearts,
call us out of every fear.
Let Your truth rise from the earth,
let Your goodness fill the air.
Revive us again, Lord, let Your peace return,
Speak to Your people, let our hearts discern.
Mercy and truth meet in Your holy light,
Righteousness and peace embrace in the night.
You give good things to Your people,
You restore the barren ground.
Every step we take before You
is a place where grace is found.
Revive us again, Lord, let Your peace return,
Speak to Your people, let our hearts discern.
Mercy and truth meet in Your holy light,
Righteousness and peace embrace in the night.
Lead us forward in Your presence,
guide our feet in perfect ways.
You revive us with Your kindness,
and we lift Your name in praise.
STORY BOARD
SONG OVERVIEW
Written and produced by Tasmanian Songwriter Jason Bresnehan, Revive Us Again is a musical arrangement in the Christian genre leaning toward worship with a male vocal. Drawing directly from Psalm 85, the song is a prayer for renewal, restoration and the return of peace. The lyrics move from remembering God's past faithfulness to asking for present revival, before concluding with confidence that mercy, truth, righteousness and peace can once again flourish within individuals, communities and nations. At its heart, the song is about spiritual restoration and the belief that God continues to revive people who turn back towards Him.
FAITH AND SPIRITUALITY
Psalm 85 was written during a period when God's people were reflecting on both forgiveness and restoration. The song follows that same journey. It begins by remembering a God who forgives, restores and removes burdens, then transitions into a prayer that God would again speak peace into troubled hearts.
One of the central themes of the song is that revival begins with listening. The repeated request for God to speak peace recognises that restoration is not simply a change in circumstances. It is first a change within people. The song presents peace, mercy, truth and righteousness as active forces that shape both personal character and public life.
The chorus draws from one of the most memorable images in Psalm 85, where mercy and truth meet together and righteousness and peace embrace. These poetic images point toward a world restored to its intended design, where justice and compassion coexist and where spiritual renewal produces practical outcomes in everyday life.
THE STORY BEHIND THE SONG
Revive Us Again was created as a contemporary worship interpretation of Psalm 85 using public domain scripture as the foundation. Rather than retelling the psalm word for word, the song translates its themes into modern language suitable for congregational worship and personal reflection.
The song follows a deliberate progression. It remembers God's past actions, asks for present renewal and looks forward to future blessing. This movement mirrors the experience of many believers who draw strength from what God has done before while praying for guidance and restoration in the present.
The final section of the song focuses on hope. The image of barren ground being restored reflects both personal and collective renewal. The closing lyrics look ahead with confidence, presenting revival not as a temporary emotional experience but as a continuing journey guided by God's presence.
THE ARTWORK
The artwork presents a family standing together in an open field illuminated by warm golden light. The landscape is peaceful and expansive, with sunlight filling the scene and creating an atmosphere of renewal, optimism and gratitude. The composition centres on togetherness, with each member of the family looking beyond themselves toward something larger than the immediate moment.
The visual themes align closely with the message of the song. Psalm 85 speaks about restoration, blessing and God's favour returning to His people. The family represents the practical outcome of that restoration. Revival is shown not through dramatic imagery but through ordinary life flourishing under God's care. The open field suggests growth, provision and new beginnings, while the light symbolises the peace and hope that run throughout the lyrics.
PERSONAL CONNECTION TO JASON BRESNEHAN SONGWRITER AND PRODUCER
The personal connection behind Revive Us Again comes from Jason Bresnehan's long-standing belief that genuine renewal occurs when people return to foundational truths rather than continually searching for new answers. Throughout his work in recovery, consulting, songwriting and faith-based projects, Jason has often observed that restoration frequently begins by remembering what has already been given and returning to practices that have proven their value over time.
The message of Psalm 85 resonates strongly with this perspective. The psalm does not begin with achievement or success. It begins with remembrance. It recalls forgiveness, restoration and mercy already received before asking for renewed blessing. That pattern parallels many personal and organisational recoveries where lasting progress is achieved by reconnecting with core values and restoring what has been neglected.
For Jason, the song also reflects a broader hope that faith can continue to influence families, communities and society in practical ways. The lyrics look beyond individual spirituality toward a vision where truth, mercy, righteousness and peace shape public life. Revive Us Again is therefore both a personal prayer and a communal one, expressing the hope that renewal can occur not only within individuals but throughout the wider world.
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