By Prisca Sam-Duru

Following her outstanding journey on the national stage of Nigerian Idol Season 8, soprano singer Peace Sunday has officially transitioned from contestant to recording artist with the release of her gospel single, “His Mercy.”

Launched on March 27, 2026, the track serves as an inspiring reflection on divine patience, mercy and compassion.

Deeply rooted in the scriptural promise that the Creator is “slow to anger and rich in mercy,” the song acts as both a personal testimony and a general invitation for listeners to seek solace at the throne of grace.

The single is heavily steeped in biblical liturgy, featuring the timeless refrain: “For the Lord is good and His mercies endureth forever.”

Peace wraps up the musical experience with a stirring rendition of the final verses of Psalm 23, affirming a life followed by goodness and mercy.

The lyrics of the song include, “For the Lord is good, and his mercies endureth forever.” The chorus also takes the same lyrics.

The song progresses with spoken word rendition: “The lord is merciful and gracious. He is slow to anger and rich in mercy…Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need…Surely, Goodness and Mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord, forever and ever, Amen”

“His Mercy” is a classic piece of liturgical-style worship music, rooted deeply in scriptural tradition. The single relies on the power of repetition and everyday biblical words to create a meditative, communal atmosphere.

As a short hymn of praise, the song aims to tell the world about the goodness of God. It, therefore, leans heavily on the attributes of the Divine: goodness, patience, and eternal mercy.

The lyrical progression moves from a general statement of God’s nature to a personal declaration of faith, citing Psalm 23, effectively bringing the listener from a place of general worship to a place of personal belonging.

The repetition of the phrase “and his mercies endureth forever” creates a refrain effect to keep the audience hooked in worship mode.

The transition into a Spoken Word Rendition is a classic stylistic choice in Gospel and Contemporary Christian Music. This breaks the melodic pattern to provide a moment of direct ministration.
Interestingly, by quoting Hebrews 4:16 (“come boldly unto the throne of grace”) and Psalm 23, the artist bridges the gap between a song and a “sermonette”.

The use of Archaic English such as “endureth,” “thee,” showeth,” “unto, ” gives the song a sense of timelessness and sacredness. By using King James Version-style language, the artist aligns the song with historical church traditions, making it feel more like an anthem and less like normal pop-style praise and worship.

“His Mercy” is highly effective as a tool for meditation and corporate worship. It is accessible, grounded in widely recognized texts, and maintains a consistent emotional tone of gratitude.

However, because the lyrics are almost entirely comprised of direct scripture, the “originality” of the piece relies heavily on the musical arrangement and the vocalist’s delivery. The artist actually did justice to that with her soprano voice, thereby escaping the risk of blending into the vast library of similar praise choruses. Basically, her melodious voice and quality production provide a fresh melody to the ancient words in the song.
 
With “His Mercy,” Peace Sunday effectively bridges the gap between her classical upbringing and her contemporary aspirations. The single is not just a display of vocal clarity and emotional depth. It is a significant contribution to the evolving landscape of sacred music in Nigeria.
“His Mercy” is currently available on all major streaming platforms.