The Power of Praise | Christian R&B Worship (Matthew

Inspired by Matthew 22:14, this Christian R&B worship song reflects on calling and response. “Many are called, but few are chosen” — a reminder that hearing the call is not the same as answering it. A soulful invitation to walk in obedience, humility, and surrender.

Verse 1
I hear a voice that’s softly calling,
Through the noise, through all the doubt.
An invitation filled with mercy,
Calling hearts from every crowd.
So many paths are laid before me,
So many roads I could pursue,
But there is one that leads to life—
And Lord, I choose to walk with You.

Pre-Chorus
Not just hearing, but responding,
Not just knowing, but believing.
I lay my pride and fear behind me,
For this is more than just receiving.

Chorus
Many are called, but few are chosen,
Few will walk the narrow way.
I won’t stand on empty words now,
I will live what You have said.
With my whole heart I am willing,
With my whole life I respond.
I choose You, Jesus, every day—
Not just called, but chosen by love.

Verse 2
It’s easy to be in the crowd, Lord,
Easy just to hear Your name.
But You’re calling me to follow,
To be changed, not stay the same.
So I put on grace and mercy,
I wear the garment of Your truth.
I don’t want religion without You,
I want a life that looks like You.

Pre-Chorus
I surrender my excuses,
I release what’s held me still.
I don’t want a borrowed faith now,
I want a heart shaped by Your will.

Chorus
Many are called, but few are chosen,
Few will walk the narrow way.
I won’t stand on empty words now,
I will live what You have said.
With my whole heart I am willing,
With my whole life I respond.
I choose You, Jesus, every day—
Not just called, but chosen by love.

Bridge
Search my heart, Lord, if I’m hiding,
Clothe me in humility.
Let my life reflect Your kingdom,
Let my yes be fully free.
I don’t want to miss the moment,
I don’t want to pass You by.
I answer now with all I am—
Here I stand, Lord, here am I.

Final Chorus
Many are called, but few are chosen,
Few will walk the narrow way.
I will follow where You lead me,
I will trust You and obey.
With my whole heart I am willing,
With my whole life I respond.
I choose You, Jesus, every day—
Not just called, but chosen by love.

Outro
I hear Your call.
I choose Your voice.
Chosen by grace.
I am Yours.