Holiness, Righteousness, Sanctification. How do we access these words? These concepts? These states of being? That these words even carry any allure or meaning in 21st century western culture is a long shot indeed. Yet for those who actively desire what every human heart desperately longs for – reconciliation with our heavenly father – this timeless hymn delivers the eternal answer. We access God’s holiness, righteousness, sanctification and every other good thing through the love God has shown for us. There is no other way. Why would you want another way when his love sounds like this song?
Every word, phrase and verse in the lyrics magnifies the love of God. As a piece of writing, it is truly impeccable. Yet there is something even greater than the technical perfection of the words in this song, the honest spirit behind it. Many occasions in life we choose to be honest on our own terms, when it benefits us in some ego-driven way. Yet demonstrated in this song is the kind of honesty that leaves no stone unturned, that betrays us in order to save us, the kind of honesty that touches the core.
This rendition is special. It just is. You can tell how much the artists in this piece really understand the honesty of the song, and they have done a marvellous job bringing this spirit to life in their performance. The tempo is the ideal level for the words to make their full impact. The currents of feeling in the vocals are so tangible, I can almost float on them. And the understated mastery of the keys and acoustic guitar are a real joy.
Every time I hear this song it challenges me to be as honest with God as I can be, because he loves me. Reader, let it challenge you also. Happy Easter!
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