Gloria Gaither (b. March 4, 1942) is a songwriter for gospel music, along with her husband, Bill Gaither. She also sang in the Bill Gaither Trio, one of the most influential groups in recent Christian music.
And Can It Be That I Should Gain
Bill & Gloria Gaither Lyrics
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An int'rest in the Savior's blood?
Died He for me, who caused His pain—
For me, who Him to death pursued?
Amazing love! How can it be,
That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?
Amazing love! How can it be,
No condemnation now I dread;
Jesus, and all in Him, is mine;
Alive in Him, my living Head,
And clothed in righteousness divine,
Bold I approach th' eternal throne,
And claim the crown, through Christ my own.
The above lyrics to Bill & Gloria Gaither's song "And Can It Be That I Should Gain" speaks about the redemption that is offered through the death and blood of Jesus Christ. The song echoes the central theme of the Christian faith - the love of God and his sacrifice for humanity. The author marvels at the fact that Jesus died for him, despite his unworthiness, and that through faith in Jesus, he has gained access to the throne of God.
The first verse speaks about the wonder that the author should gain an interest in the Savior's blood. The blood of Jesus is a symbolic term that refers to his death, which is seen as a sacrifice for humankind's sins. The author acknowledges that he caused the pain that led to the death of Jesus, and still, Jesus died for him. This realization leads the author to exclaim 'amazing love! How can it be, that Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?'
The second verse speaks about the freedom from condemnation that the author experiences because of his faith in Jesus Christ. He no longer dreads the judgement of God, but rather delights in the knowledge that he is one with Christ, 'alive in Him, my living Head, and clothed in righteousness divine.' Through Christ, the author feels bold enough to approach the throne of God and claim the crown of salvation.
Overall, this song speaks to the foundation of the Christian faith - the love of God and the redemption offered through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is a testament to the incredible power of God's love and the transformative power of faith.
Line by Line Meaning
And can it be that I should gain
Is it really possible for me to gain salvation?
An int'rest in the Savior's blood?
Can I really have a share in the blood of Jesus that was shed for my sin?
Died He for me, who caused His pain—
Did Jesus die for me even though I am the one who brought Him pain on the cross?
For me, who Him to death pursued?
Did Jesus willingly die for me, even though I actively pursued His death?
Amazing love! How can it be,
This is truly an amazing love, but how could it be real?
That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?
That God Himself would die for me - it's almost too much to comprehend.
No condemnation now I dread;
I no longer fear punishment for my sins.
Jesus, and all in Him, is mine;
Through faith in Jesus, I have received everything that belongs to Him.
Alive in Him, my living Head,
Through His resurrection, I am able to have new life in Him.
And clothed in righteousness divine,
God sees me now as perfectly righteous because of the work of Jesus on my behalf.
Bold I approach th' eternal throne,
I can now come boldly before God's throne of grace.
And claim the crown, through Christ my own.
And claim the reward of eternal life, which is mine because of Christ's finished work.
Writer(s): Thomas Gordon Campbell
Contributed by Colin F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@AfricanGospelCentre
Aquí está la letra de la canción
1 ¿Y puede ser que deba ganar ¿Un interés en la sangre del Salvador? Él murió por mí, ¿quién causó su dolor? Para mí, ¿quién lo persiguió hasta la muerte? ¡Amor increíble! cómo puede ser ¿Que Tú, Dios mío, mueras por mí? Estribillo: ¡Amor increíble! cómo puede ser ¡Que Tú, Dios mío, mueras por mí!
2 ¡Todo es misterio! ¡El Inmortal muere! ¿Quién puede explorar Su extraño diseño? En vano intenta el serafín primogénito ¡Para sondear las profundidades del amor divino! ¡Todo es misericordia! que la tierra adore, Que las mentes de los ángeles no pregunten más. [Estribillo]
3 Dejó el trono de su Padre en lo alto, tan libre, tan infinita su gracia; Se despojó de todo menos del amor, y sangró por la raza indefensa de Adán; Es misericordia todo, inmensa y gratuita; Porque, oh Dios mío, me descubrió. [Estribillo]
4 Durante mucho tiempo mi espíritu aprisionado yacía Atado rápido en el pecado y la noche de la naturaleza; Tu ojo difundió un rayo veloz, Desperté, la mazmorra ardía de luz; Se me cayeron las cadenas, mi corazón quedó libre; Me levanté, salí y te seguí. [Estribillo]
5 Ninguna condenación temo ahora; ¡Jesús, y todo en Él es mío! Viva en Él, mi Cabeza viviente, y revestido de justicia divina, Atrevido me acerco al trono eterno, Y reclamar la corona, a través de Cristo mío. [Estribillo] Amén.
@welshchristian
One of the best hymns ever written. These old hymns have such wonderful truths in them that are often missing from modern worship songs.
@aleburugideon5817
Very true
@cynthiaodell2529
Charles Wesley wrote this after his " heart warming" he became a ✝️ Christian. Absolutely one of my favs.
@johnwhite5007
Possibly the greatest hymn ever written
@richardthomas53
Amazing love,how can it be...God choose to die for me. Thank you Lord
@margaretjoy5271
One of my favourate Methodist hymn.
@Brad-gk9jd
Praise His Name!
@monkeyton5
how can it possibly be?
@lindaandmurraymcgill9448
Amazing love how can it be
@zakayonkunga4211
Big up