Passionate gospel musician and songwriter Grace Orji returns with a powerful and deeply stirring new song titled “Ready Altars,” a sound birthed from a burdened heart and a longing to see believers return to the place of true devotion. More than just a musical release, Ready Altars is a spiritual call—a heartfelt invitation to come back to the Lord with sincerity, humility, and renewed commitment. It is a call to intimacy with God, to consecration, and to a life of genuine devotion that goes beyond outward expressions of faith.
At its core, Ready Altars is a call to return. It speaks to a generation that has become increasingly busy, distracted, and consumed by the pursuit of many things, often at the expense of their relationship with God. Through this song, Grace Orji challenges listeners to examine their hearts and realign their priorities. It is a call to repentance from chasing success, validation, material gain, and personal ambition while slowly drifting away from the presence of the Lord. The song reminds us that no achievement can replace intimacy with God, and no pursuit is more valuable than seeking His face.
The imagery of the altar is central to the message of the song. In scripture, the altar represents a place of sacrifice, surrender, and encounter with God. Ready Altars calls believers to return to that sacred place—to repair the broken altars of prayer, worship, and obedience that have been neglected over time. Grace Orji emphasizes that when the altar is restored and prepared, the fire of God can fall again. It is only upon ready altars that divine fire, revival, and fresh encounters with God are released.
In a world where time seems scarce and distractions are endless, Ready Altars confronts the reality of modern Christian life. Many desire God’s blessings but struggle to make time for His presence. The song addresses this tension, calling believers not to seek God merely for what He gives, but to seek Him for who He is. It draws attention to the deeper hunger of the soul—the longing for the Bread of Life Himself, not just the bread that satisfies physical or temporary needs.
Sonically, Ready Altars carries a solemn, worshipful atmosphere that naturally draws listeners into reflection and prayer. Its sound is not rushed or noisy; instead, it creates space—space to pause, to listen, to repent, and to return. The lyrics are simple yet profound, serving as both a reminder and a guide back to the secret place, where intimacy with God is cultivated and sustained.
Grace Orji delivers this message with authenticity and spiritual depth, reflecting her own walk with God and passion for true worship. Her heart is evident in every line, as she gently but firmly calls the body of Christ back to what truly matters. Ready Altars is not a song meant to be heard once and forgotten; it is a sound meant to linger, to convict, and to inspire lasting change.
In this present age, where spiritual focus is constantly challenged, Ready Altars stands as a timely reminder that revival begins with the individual heart. It calls believers to prepare their altars, return to the secret place, and encounter God afresh. Through this powerful release, Grace Orji invites everyone to come back—to intimacy, to devotion, and to a life fully surrendered to the Lord.
LYRICS:
As your fire falls
My altar is ready
You will not meet me unprepared
As your fire falls
My altar is ready
You will not meet me unprepared
Holy Ghost
We have waited
We are ready
To receive from you
Lord Jesus
We come before you
And we ask oh Lord
That you take us back to the original design
Where we fellowship with you
Where we communion with you
Where we totally depend on you
Use our lives for your glory
Let men see us and give you glory
Help us oh God
Amen….
Let our eyes see again
Let our ears hear again
Let our hearts beat again
Let us love you again
Holy Ghost
We have waited
We are ready
To receive from you
