The song you're referring to seems to be a Christian gospel song, likely titled "Ezekiel Said He Saw Him" or more commonly known by its chorus, which includes the lines:

  • "Ezekiel said he saw him
  • I call Jesus my Rock"

The song "Ezekiel Said He Saw Him" has been performed by various artists, but one of the most well-known versions is by The Inspirations, a Southern Gospel quartet. The song's origins trace back to traditional gospel music, and it has been covered by several artists over the years.

Musical and Spiritual Impact:

The musical arrangement of "Ezekiel Said He Saw Him" often features traditional gospel instrumentation, including quartet harmonies that are characteristic of Southern Gospel music. The Inspirations' version is particularly noted for its rich harmonies and powerful delivery, which have made the song a staple in gospel music.

Spiritually, the song impacts listeners by bridging the Old Testament prophecies with New Testament promises of salvation through Jesus Christ. It serves as a powerful reminder of the continuity of God's plan throughout the Bible and the personal relationship that can be formed with Him.

1. Ezekiel’s Vision (Ezekiel 1:4-28)

The lyric "Ezekiel said he saw him" refers to the prophet Ezekiel’s vision of the Merkabah (Divine Chariot). While captives by the River Chebar in Babylon, Ezekiel saw a whirlwind coming from the north, a great cloud with flashing fire, and four living creatures. Connected to these creatures were wheels within wheels (Ezekiel 1:16).

The song captures the mystery of that vision. However, theologically, Ezekiel did not see God the Father in full glory, but the Kavod (weighty glory) of God. Gospel songwriters interpret this pre-incarnate appearance as a Christophany—an appearance of Christ before His birth in Bethlehem. Hence, "Ezekiel said he saw Him."

The Complete Lyrics: "Ezekiel Said He Saw Him (I Call Jesus My Rock)"

Depending on the specific arrangement (often performed by gospel ensembles or praise teams), the lyrics vary slightly. However, the core chorus and verses revolve around this prophetic vision. Below is the most common and recognized version of the song featuring the keyword.

Verse 1: Ezekiel said he saw Him, Way up in the middle of the air. Ezekiel said he saw Him, Way up in the middle of the air. A wheel within a wheel, And the Spirit in the wheel, Ezekiel said he saw Him, Way up in the middle of the air.

Chorus: But I call Jesus my Rock. I call Jesus my Rock. He’s the Rock that never fails me, He’s the Rock that stands secure. You can call Him what you want to, But I call Jesus my Rock.

Verse 2: Daniel said he saw Him, On the judgement throne in the sky. Daniel said he saw Him, On the judgement throne in the sky. The Ancient of Days, With His robes so white, Daniel said he saw Him, On the judgement throne in the sky.

(Repeat Chorus)

Bridge (Often ad-libbed): My Rock (My Rock) My Fortress (My Fortress) My Deliverer (My Deliverer) In times of trouble… He’s a Rock in a weary land, A shelter in the time of storm.

Tag: You can call Him Jehovah Jireh, You can call Him the Prince of Peace, But I call Jesus my Rock!

II. Biblical Foundation: The Theology of the Lyrics

What Did Ezekiel See?

In Ezekiel 1:4-28, the prophet describes:

  • A stormy wind, a great cloud with flashing fire, and brilliant light.
  • Four living creatures (cherubim) with four faces: human, lion, ox, and eagle.
  • Wheels within wheels, full of eyes, moving without turning.
  • Above the heads of the creatures, an expanse like crystal.
  • Above the expanse, a throne like sapphire.
  • And on the throne, a figure like that of a man — surrounded by fire and rainbow brilliance.

Ezekiel 1:26-28 (NKJV):

“And above the firmament over their heads was the likeness of a throne, in appearance like a sapphire stone; on the likeness of the throne was a likeness with the appearance of a man high above it... This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the Lord.”

Christian theologians have long identified this “appearance of a man” as a pre-incarnate appearance of Jesus Christ — the Son of God before His birth in Bethlehem. That’s why the lyric says Ezekiel said he saw him — not just a vision, but a person.