Apr 6, 2012

An Anthem for Easter

Our favorite hymn in this house is How Deep the Father's Love for Us.  And here at Easter, it's perfectly suited to sing this holiday's anthem.  It is mind boggling to me how good our God is.  I can't help but cry when I watch these movie clips, when I contemplate these lyrics. I am humbly praising my Savior again this Easter. 



How Deep the Father's Love for Us
(Phillips, Craig, and Dean)

How deep the Father's love for us
How vast beyond all measure
That He should give His only Son
And make a wretch His treasure
How great the pain of searing loss
The Father turns His face away
As wounds which mar the Chosen One
Bring many sons to glory

Behold the man upon the cross
My sin upon His shoulders
Ashamed, I hear my mocking voice
Call out among the scoffers
It was my sin that held Him there
Until it was accomplished
His dying breath has brought me life
I know that it is finished

I will not boast in anything
No gifts, no power, no wisdom
But I will boast in Jesus Christ
His death and resurrection
Why should I gain from His reward
I cannot give an answer
But this I know with all my heart
His wounds have paid my ransom

Why should I gain from His reward
I cannot give an answer
But this I know with all my heart
His wounds have paid my ransom

2 comments:

Elizabeth Bradley said...

Such a good song. Thanks for sharing! I really like the Selah version too. :)

Happy Easter from the Bradleys!

Kimberly said...

Right back at ya, Elizabeth!