Amazing Grace
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That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found;
Was blind, but now I see.
Through many dangers, toils and snares
I have already come;
'Twas Grace that brought me safe thus far
The Lord has promised good to me.
His word my hope secures.
He will my shield and portion be,
As long as life endures.
As long as life endures.
The lyrics of “Amazing Grace” are a testimony to the redemptive and transformative power of faith. The song was written by John Newton, an English slave trader who experienced a profound spiritual conversion after surviving a storm at sea. The opening lines of the song, “Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me!” capture the essence of the Christian message – that salvation is a gift of grace, freely given to those who recognize their own sinfulness and turn to God in faith.
The second verse of the song, “Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come,” reflects the idea that the Christian life is not without challenges or difficulties, but that even in the midst of these challenges, God’s grace is present and sustaining. The verse speaks to the idea that faith is not a panacea or a quick fix, but rather a lifelong journey that requires perseverance and trust.
The final verse of the song, “The Lord has promised good to me. His word my hope secures. He will my shield and portion be, as long as life endures,” expresses a deep sense of confidence and security in the promises of God. As long as we have breath in our lungs, we can trust that God is with us, guiding us, and providing for us.
Line by Line Meaning
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound
The grace that saved me has been an amazing blessing, and its sweet sound fills me with joy and gratitude.
That saved a wretch like me!
I was a miserable person, lost and hopeless, but the grace of God has rescued me and brought me back to life.
I once was lost, but now am found;
I used to be wandering aimlessly in the darkness, but now I have been found and led back onto the right path.
Was blind, but now I see.
My eyes were shut to the truth, but the grace of God has opened them, and now I can clearly see the beauty and wonder of His creation.
Through many dangers, toils and snares
I have faced numerous obstacles and challenges in my life, but God's grace has helped me overcome them and keep moving forward.
I have already come;
I have already made much progress on my journey with God, overcoming difficult obstacles and growing in faith along the way.
'Twas Grace that brought me safe thus far
I have made it this far because of the grace of God, which has protected me and guided me through all my trials and tribulations.
And Grace will lead me home.
God's grace will continue to guide me, sustain me, and give me hope as I journey through life, knowing that I will ultimately reach my heavenly home.
The Lord has promised good to me.
God has made a promise to me to always bring good things into my life, despite any hardships or trials that I may face.
His word my hope secures.
I trust in God's word to keep me hopeful and steadfast, even in the face of difficulty and uncertainty.
He will my shield and portion be,
God will protect me from harm and provide me with everything that I need in life, both material and spiritual.
As long as life endures.
This promise from God will be with me for as long as I live, and I can always trust in His grace and goodness to sustain me.
Contributed by London H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.