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Down the mountain the river flows
And it brings refreshing wherever it goes
Through the valleys and over the fields
The river is rushing and the river is here

The river of God sets our feet a-dancing
The river of God fills our hearts with cheer
The river of God fills our mouths with laughter
And we rejoice for the river is here

The river of God is teeming with life
And all who touch it can be revived
And those who linger on this river?s shore
Will come back thirsting for more of the Lord

Up to the mountain we love to go
To find the presence of the Lord
Along the banks of the river we run
We dance with laughter giving praise to the Son

These lyrics are from the worship song “River of God” (Andy Park, 1994), and the imagery is drawn from several Bible passages about God’s life-giving river.

Main Bible Chapter Related

1. Ezekiel 47:1–12 — The River From the Temple

This is the closest and strongest match.

A river flows from the presence of God.

Wherever the river flows, it brings healing, life, and revival.

The river becomes deeper as it flows.

Trees grow on both sides, bearing fruit and bringing healing.

Your song lines like:

“Down the mountain the river flows”

“The river of God is teeming with life”

“All who touch it can be revived”
are directly connected to Ezekiel 47.

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Other Connected References

2. Psalm 46:4

> “There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God…”


Connected to:

“The river of God fills our hearts with cheer”


3. John 7:37–38

> “Whoever believes in Me… streams of living water will flow from within him.”


Connected to:

The idea of renewal and joy from God’s Spirit.


4. Revelation 22:1–2

> “The river of the water of life, flowing from the throne of God…”

Connected to life, healing, and God’s presence.


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Summary

The song “River of God” is mainly inspired by:

Ezekiel 47:1–12 (Primary reference)

Psalm 46:4

John 7:37–38

Revelation 22:1–2