Theophilus Sunday – Earthen Vessel

Hipopsongs Thursday, 1 October 2026, 6:56 pm

Nigerian gospel minister Theophilus Sunday returns with a deeply inspiring worship song titled “Earthen Vessel.”

Known for his spirit-filled chants and heartfelt ministrations, he delivers another powerful record that emphasizes humility, surrender, and complete dependence on God. The song creates an atmosphere of reverence, drawing listeners into a deeper place of worship and spiritual reflection.

On “Earthen Vessel,” Theophilus Sunday ministers with passion and sincerity, accompanied by a simple yet powerful arrangement that allows the message to take center stage. The song’s soul-lifting lyrics and worshipful atmosphere make it a meaningful addition to personal devotion, prayer sessions, and gospel music playlists. It is another remarkable release that reflects his commitment to leading people into God’s presence through music.

Earthen Vessel Lyrics By Theophilus Sunday

[Intro]
(Chants)
There is a river
Whose streams maketh glad the city of the Lord
(Chants)

[Verse]
This is the house of the Lord
I am His temple, I am His dwelling
I am a house of the Lord
The city on a hill

This is the house of the Lord
I am His dwelling, I am His temple
I am a house of the Lord
The city of God

This is the house of the Lord
I am His dwelling, I am His temple
I am a house of the Lord
The city on a hill

This is the house of the Lord
I am His dwelling, I am His temple
I am a house of thе Lord
The city of God

[Chorus]
Yes, the Holy Ghost is lockеd up
In my earthen vessel
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In this earthen vessel
There’s this treasure that is locked up
In my earthen vessel

[Post-Chorus]
Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From Your earthen vessel

Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From Your earthen vessel

[Chorus]
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel
There’s this treasure that is locked up
In my earthen vessel

(Chants)

Yes, this Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel
There’s this treasure that is locked up
In my earthen vessel

[Post-Chorus]
Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

Spirit heal
Heal
Spirit heal
From Your earthen vessel

Spirit live
Live
Spirit live
Through Your earthen vessel

(Yes, this Holy Ghost, yeahh)

[Chorus]
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (I’m no longer my own oo)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (I live yet not I but Christ that lives in me)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (There’s a groaning from within eh)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (There’s this prayer from within eh)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Spirit pray)

[Post-Chorus]
Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel (Yes, this Holy Ghost is locked up)

[Chorus]
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (There’s this glory from within, there’s this prayer from within oh)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Spirit pray)

[Post-Chorus]
Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

[Chorus]
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (I can’t hear you, lift up your voice and declare like somebody that knows)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (I have life within me, life more abundantly)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (The kingdom of God is expressed through my vessel)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Spirit pray)

[Post-Chorus]
Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

Spirit reign
Reign
Spirit reign
From this earthen vessel

[Chorus]
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Tongues)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Tongues)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Tongues)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Tongues)

[Post-Chorus]
Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

Spirit reign
Reign
Spirit reign
From this earthen vessel

Spirit rule
Rule
Spirit rule
From this earthen vessel

Spirit move
Move
Spirit move
From this earthen vessel

[Interlude]
In 1 minute, if you know that the Holy Ghost dwells in your vessel
Can you lift up your voice and just blast in the Holy Ghost
And let the Spirit of God within your vessel, edify!
(Tongues)

Let the Spirit that quickeneth, that dwelleth in your vessel quicken you right now!
Let Him hear you
(Tongues)

Let Him express Himself
Let Him heal the sick through your vessel
Let Him raise the dead through your vessel
Let Him bring souls to the kingdom through your vessel
Let the kingdom of God be expressed
(Tongues)

Oh my God, oh my God, oh my God
Ehhh Spirit pray

[Post-Chorus]
Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

[Chorus]
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Are you sure?)
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Ehhhh, the Holy Ghost is locked up)

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel (Chants)

(Spirit pray)

[Post-Chorus]
Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel (One more time, Spirit pray)

Spirit pray ay ay
Pray ay ay
Spirit pray
From this earthen vessel

[Vamp]
Ee ee ee ee ee
Ee ee ee
Ee ee ee ee ee
Ee ee ee ee ee
From this earthen vessel

Ee ee ee ee ee
Eh eh eh
Eh eh eh eh eh
Eh eh eh eh eh
From this earthen vessel

Eh eh eh eh eh
Eh eh eh
Eh eh eh eh eh
Eh eh eh eh eh
From this earthen vessel

Eh eh eh eh eh
Eh eh eh
Eh eh eh eh eh
From this earthen vessel

Eh eh eh
Eh eh eh eh eh
Eh eh eh eh eh
From this earthen vessel

[Chorus]
Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel
Yes, this Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel

[Musical Interlude]
(Chants)

[Outro]
This is the house of the Lord
I am His dwelling, I am His temple
I am a house of the Lord
The city on a hill

This is the house of the Lord
I am His dwelling, I am His temple
I am a house of the Lord
The city of God

Yes, the Holy Ghost is locked up
In my earthen vessel
[?]
(Chants)

If you enjoy good music, this is one song you shouldn’t miss. Give it a listen and add it to your playlist because it’s a track you’ll be glad to have in your playlist.

Listen To Earthen Vessel By Theophilus Sunday Below.