In the darkness we were waiting
Without hope without light
'Til from heaven You came running
There was mercy in Your eyes
To fulfil the law and prophets
To a virgin came the word
From a throne of endless glory
To a cradle in the dirt
Praise the Father
Praise the Son
Praise the Spirit three in one
God of glory
Majesty
Praise forever to the King of Kings
To reveal the kingdom coming
And to reconcile the lost
To redeem the whole creation
You did not despise the cross
For even in Your suffering
You saw to the other side
Knowing this was our salvation
Jesus for our sake You died
Praise the Father
Praise the Son
Praise the Spirit three in one
God of glory
Majesty
Praise forever to the King of Kings
And the morning that You rose
All of heaven held its breath
Till that stone was moved for good
For the lamb had conquered death
And the dead rose from their tombs
And the angels stood in awe
For the souls of all who'd come
To the Father are restored
And the church of Christ was born
Then the Spirit lit the flame
Now this gospel truth of old
Shall not kneel shall not faint
By His blood and in His name
In His freedom I am free
For the love of Jesus Christ
Who has resurrected me (You've resurrected me)
(So we say) Praise the Father
Praise the Son
Praise the Spirit three in one
God of glory
Majesty
Praise forever to the King of Kings
Praise forever to the King of Kings
Tell him tell him tonight
I'll praise you with my whole life
With my whole heart
With all I am and all I have
I will sing it 'til there's nothing left
I will sing and I will praise You Jesus
With my every breath with all I have Jesus
Oh there's none like You none like You Jesus
Gloria in excelsis deo
Gloria in excelsis deo
In excelsis deo
In excelsis deo
We were made to bring you glory
We were made to bring you glory
We were made to bring you glory
We were made to bring you glory (Oh father)
We were made to bring you glory
We were made to bring you glory (Oh)
We were made to bring you glory (Glory God)
We were made to bring you glory (Everything we are)
We were made to bring you glory (Glory glory glory)
We were made to bring you glory
"King Of Kings / Angels We Have Heard On High" is a powerful and worshipful song by Maverick City Music that beautifully combines two beloved Christmas carols, "King Of Kings" and "Angels We Have Heard On High." This unique rendition brings a fresh and captivating perspective to these timeless songs, making them relevant and impactful for listeners today.
The song begins by emphasizing the darkness and hopelessness that humanity experienced before the arrival of Jesus. It reminds us of our desperate need for a Savior and the mercy that God extended towards us by sending His Son from heaven to earth. This echoes the scripture verse in Isaiah 9:2, which says, "The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness, a light has dawned." Jesus, the light of the world, came to bring hope and salvation to a broken and lost world.
As the song progresses, it beautifully weaves in the theme of praise and adoration towards the triune God – the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It acknowledges the majesty and glory of God and invites us to join in worship and exaltation. This echoes the scripture verse in Revelation 5:13, which says, "To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, forever and ever!"
The lyrics also highlight the redemptive work of Jesus on the cross. It acknowledges that Jesus willingly suffered and died to reconcile us to God and to redeem all of creation. This reflects the scripture verse in Colossians 1:20, which says, "and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross." The cross is a powerful symbol of God's love and grace, and this song beautifully reminds us of the significance of Jesus' sacrifice.
The song then transitions into the joyous proclamation of Jesus' resurrection. It captures the awe and wonder of that glorious morning when Jesus conquered death and rose from the grave. It paints a vivid picture of the angels standing in awe and the souls of believers being restored to the Father. This echoes the scripture verse in 1 Corinthians 15:55, which says, "Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?" Jesus' resurrection brings hope and victory over death for all who believe in Him.
Throughout the song, there is an underlying theme of bringing glory to God. It recognizes that we were created to bring Him glory and worship. It emphasizes that everything we are and everything we have should be offered in praise and adoration to the King of Kings. This echoes the scripture verse in 1 Corinthians 10:31, which says, "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."
In conclusion, "King Of Kings / Angels We Have Heard On High" by Maverick City Music is a profound and impactful song that beautifully combines two cherished Christmas carols. It conveys the message of hope, redemption, and the glory of God. It reminds us of the significance of Jesus' birth, death, and resurrection, and calls us to worship and praise the King of Kings. This song invites us to reflect on the profound love and grace of God and to live our lives in a way that brings Him glory.
