The band's journey has been marked with significant milestones. In 1998, their self-titled debut on the KMG label yielded the successful Christian CHR radio single "Justified." A bittersweet honor came for the group when their song "Nothing Back" was used at the funeral of Columbine shooting victim Cassie Bernall. The song was later used in a video tribute to her life and faith. "It made us feel very humble," said John. "That song went so perfectly with what we had heard about her life. Obviously, we could've never made that happen - God just dropped the song in that teenager's life."
For John, Jason, Matt and Josh, the prayers continue - they pray that they would have more than critical or financial success - but that they would, in John's words, "impact people wherever we go. Our goal is to be faithful to enter the doors God opens for us. And our mission is to get people caught up in the excitement of walking with Christ in everyday life." That is the bottom line - According To John."
(Note: This is an abbreviated version of the biography that was available on the band's website (www.accordingtojohn.com), which is no longer in existence. The band itself also seems to have broken up to pursue other goals in life.)
For reference:
- Google "Meet According To John band"
- Under the first result click the "Cached" link
- Enjoy!
Amazing
According To John Lyrics
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Every language, every nation
Together singing, then and now, Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound
How sweet the sound
Chorus
Your grace is amazing
All we like sheep have gone astray
Aimlessly wandering away
No shepherds face had tears like yours
Amazing is your grace, my Lord
Every child's first recital
Still we hum the ageless title
Even slaves in chains sang
I once was lost, but now I'm found
Now I'm found
Sometimes I speak the careless sigh
But for the grace of God go I
I'm so amazed at how you rescued me
I once was blind, but now I see
Now I see
So amazing
Chorus
Amazing is your grace
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost, but now I'm found
Was blind but now I see
The lyrics of According to John's song "Amazing" are a beautiful tribute to God's grace and its ability to unite people of all languages and nationalities. The opening lines reference the power of music to bring people together, with choirs and congregations from every corner of the world joining in the timeless hymn, "Amazing Grace". The chorus then proclaims the universal truth that God's grace is truly amazing.
The lyrics then take a more personal turn, exploring the common experience of feeling lost and astray, like sheep wandering aimlessly without a shepherd. The image of a weeping shepherd's face is a poignant reminder of the depth of God's love and care for us. The chorus is repeated again, underlining the message that God's grace is truly amazing and transformative.
The final verse acknowledges that we all have our moments of weakness and doubt, but God's grace is always there to rescue us. The phrase "But for the grace of God go I" is a powerful reminder of our own limitations and the overwhelming power of God's love to save us from ourselves. The song ends with a reprise of the opening lines, emphasizing the ongoing power of "Amazing Grace" and the unifying role that it plays in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Every choir and congregation
Groups of people from all walks of life, ethnicity, and creed come together to worship and sing.
Every language, every nation
The barriers of language and nationality are broken down in the act of collective worship.
Together singing, then and now, Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound
Through the ages, people have joined together in song to celebrate the wonder of God's grace, a grace that is truly sweet to the ears.
How sweet the sound
The wonder of God's grace is a thing of sweetness and beauty.
Your grace is amazing
The grace of God is a truly wonderful and awe-inspiring thing.
All we like sheep have gone astray
All of us, like sheep, have strayed from the path that is set before us, and we are in need of rescue and guidance.
Aimlessly wandering away
We have all been lost and wandering without purpose, searching for something that we cannot find on our own.
No shepherds face had tears like yours
God's love for his flock is so strong that he weeps with compassion and grace for those who are lost.
Amazing is your grace, my Lord
The grace of God is truly amazing, a gift that is beyond comprehension.
Every child's first recital
The songs of God's grace are often learned from a young age, and they persist throughout one's life.
Still we hum the ageless title
Through the centuries, the hymn of 'Amazing Grace' has remained popular and beloved, moving people's hearts and souls.
Even slaves in chains sang
Even in the darkest of times, those who are bonded can find solace and hope through the power of God's grace.
I once was lost, but now I'm found
Through the grace of God, we can be rescued from our wandering and our struggles and find our way back to the path we are meant to be on.
Sometimes I speak the careless sigh
As human beings, we are all prone to imperfection and missteps, and we may utter thoughtless words that we will regret later.
But for the grace of God go I
But it is only through the grace of God that we can find forgiveness and redemption for our mistakes and shortcomings.
I'm so amazed at how you rescued me
The wonder of God's grace is truly awe-inspiring, especially when we consider how he rescues us from hopeless situations and brings us to safety.
I once was blind, but now I see
Through the amazing grace of God, we can have our eyes opened to the beauty and wonder of the world around us, and to the path that is set before us.
Amazing is your grace
The grace of God is an incredible thing, beyond comprehension or understanding.
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound
The hymn of 'Amazing Grace' is truly beautiful and powerfully moving.
That saved a wretch like me
The grace of God is so powerful that it can save even the most hopeless and broken of us.
Was blind but now I see
Through the wonder of God's grace, we can have our eyes truly opened, and our vision restored to see the world as it truly is.
Contributed by Ryan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.