How Deep
Embracing Redemption: A Tribute to Unconditional Love
Lyrics
How deep the Father's love for us
Reflecting on the profound love of God, particularly the Father's love for humanity.
How vast beyond all measure
Emphasizing the immeasurable and boundless nature of God's love.
That he should give his only Son
Highlighting the sacrificial act of God giving His only Son for humanity.
To make a wretch his treasure
Expressing the transformative power of God, turning a wretched person into a valued treasure.
How great the pain of searing loss,
Describing the intense pain and sorrow of the moment when God turns away as Jesus bears the sins of humanity.
The Father turns his face away
Continuing to depict the heart-wrenching scene of the Father looking away during the crucifixion.
As wounds which mar the chosen One,
Referring to the wounds on Jesus, which signify the suffering that leads to the redemption of many.
Bring many sons to glory
Explaining that the wounds suffered by Jesus result in the glorification of those who believe in Him.
Behold the Man upon a cross,
Directing attention to Jesus on the cross, bearing the weight of humanity's sins.
My sin upon his shoulders
Personalizing the impact of sin, acknowledging that one's sins are carried by Jesus.
Ashamed I hear my mocking voice,
Expressing shame for mocking Jesus, as depicted in the Gospel narratives.
Call out among the scoffers
Highlighting the scene where Jesus is mocked by others during the crucifixion.
It was my sin that held him there
Acknowledging personal responsibility for Jesus' crucifixion due to one's sins.
Until it was accomplished
Emphasizing that Jesus remained on the cross until the redemptive work was completed.
His dying breath has brought me life
Stating that Jesus' final breath brings spiritual life to believers.
I know that it is finished
Affirming the completion and fulfillment of God's plan through Jesus' sacrifice.
I will not boast in anything
Declaring a commitment to humility, refraining from boasting about personal achievements or possessions.
No gifts, no power, no wisdom
Rejecting reliance on worldly attributes like gifts, power, or wisdom as a source of pride.
But I will boast in Jesus Christ
Expressing a decision to boast only in Jesus Christ, specifically in His death and resurrection.
His death and resurrection
Affirming the central focus on Jesus' redemptive work, particularly His death and resurrection.
Why should I gain from his reward?
Pondering the paradox of gaining a reward from Jesus' sacrifice and expressing an inability to fully comprehend it.
I cannot give an answer
Admitting a lack of a complete answer to the question of why one should gain from Jesus' reward.
But this I know with all my heart
Asserting a deep conviction, acknowledging that Jesus' wounds have paid the price for redemption.
His wounds have paid my ransom
Summarizing the essence of salvation by acknowledging that Jesus' wounds have paid the ransom for believers.
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