Sunday, August 2, 2009

How Deep the Father's Love for Us


How deep the Father's love for us,
How vast beyond all measure
That He should give His only Son
To 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 a 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 pow'r, 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.

5 comments:

Lindsay said...

This is one of my favorite songs! Thanks for posting it. :)

~ Blessings,
Lindsay

Anonymous said...

That is one of my favorite songs!!! It's so true, it makes me cry.

Lulu said...

How neat!

justagirl4god said...

That is so beautiful! I love the picture at the top - did you take it yourselves?
justagirl4god

Kelsianne said...

Hello Marissa and Andrea! I love your header!
If you have some time I'd be delighted if you could take a look at my blog.
May God bless you both!
In Christ,
Kelsey