In 2008, after five solo album releases, and nine with Passion, Tomlin made the move from Texas to Atlanta to be a worship leader for Giglio’s new church, Passion City Church, with its first service being held in February of 2009. Tomlin has since released four solo worship albums, two Christmas albums, and one live album.
In 2013, Tomlin’s seventh album Burning Light debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 albums chart, becoming only the fourth album by a Christian artist to top that chart, along with Butterfly Kisses (Shades of Grace) by Bob Carlisle, You Light Up My Life by LeeAnn Rimes, both in 1997, and TobyMac's Eye On It in 2012.
Tomlin has recorded some of the most famous songs ever in Christian music, such as How Great Is Our God, Holy Is The Lord, Our God, and Whom Shall I Fear (God of Angel Armies)
Throughout his successful career, Tomlin has won 22 GMA Dove Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, and a Grammy.
Chris Tomlin’s discography: The Noise We Make (2001)Not To Us (2002)Arriving (2004)Live From Austin Music Hall (2005)See The Morning (2006)Hello Love (2008)Glory In The Highest: Christmas Songs of Worship (2009) And If Our God Is For Us… (2010)How Great Is Our God: The Essential Collection (2011)Burning Lights (2013) Love Ran Red (2014)Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship (2015) Never Lose Sight (2016)
You Are my King
Chris Tomlin Lyrics
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I'm accepted, You were condemned
I'm alive and well, Your spirit is within me
Because You died and rose again
I'm forgiven because You were forsaken
I'm accepted, You were condemned
I'm alive and well, Your spirit is within me
Amazing love, how can it be?
That You, my King would die for me
Amazing love, I know its true
It's my joy to honor You
Amazing love how can it be?
That my King would die for me
Amazing love I know its true
It's my joy to honor You, in all I do I honor You
I'm forgiven because You were forsaken
I'm accepted, You were condemned
I'm alive and well, Your spirit is within me
Because You died and rose again
Amazing love, how can it be?
That You, my King would die for me
Amazing love, I know its true
It's my joy to honor You
Amazing love how can it be?
That my King would die for me
Amazing love I know its true
It's my joy to honor You, in all I do I honor You
You are my King
You are my King
Jesus, You are my King
Jesus, You are my King
Amazing love, how can it be?
That You, my King would die for me
Amazing love, I know its true
It's my joy to honor You
Amazing love how can it be?
That my King would die for me
Amazing love I know its true
It's my joy to honor You, in all I do I honor You
In all I do honor You
The lyrics of Chris Tomlin’s song “You Are my King” express the astounding truth of Jesus’ sacrifice and the depth of His love. The opening lines, “I’m forgiven because You were forsaken, I’m accepted, You were condemned” paint a clear picture of what Jesus has done for us on the cross. The chorus then focuses on the wonder of this love, exclaiming “Amazing love, how can it be? That You, my King would die for me”. It is a recognition that this love is beyond human comprehension, yet true and real nonetheless.
The second verse echoes the first, stating again, “I’m forgiven because You were forsaken, I’m accepted, You were condemned”. This repetition drives home the weightiness of what Jesus has done for us. The lyrics then state that because of this, we are “alive and well” and that Jesus’ “spirit is within me” – a recognition of the new life we have in Christ. The chorus follows once again, declaring the magnificence of Christ’s love and our desire to honor Him. The song closes by affirming that Jesus is indeed our King and it is our joy to honor Him.
Overall, the lyrics of this song powerfully communicate the Gospel message of Jesus’ sacrifice and the depth of His love. It is a song that inspires awe and reverence, as well as joy and gratitude.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm forgiven because You were forsaken
I am pardoned because you were abandoned.
I'm accepted, You were condemned
I am welcomed, You were judged.
I'm alive and well, Your spirit is within me
I am living and healthy, and Your spirit resides inside me.
Because You died and rose again
This is because You perished and were resurrected.
Amazing love, how can it be?
This incredible love, how is it possible?
That You, my King would die for me
That You, my Ruler, would perish on my behalf.
Amazing love, I know its true
Beyond a doubt, I know this love is genuine.
It's my joy to honor You
It brings me great pleasure to give You the highest regard.
That my King would die for me
That my monarch would give up their life for me.
In all I do I honor You
In every action I take, I give You the highest regard.
You are my King
You, Jesus, are my Ruler.
Jesus, You are my King
Jesus, You are my Ruler.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, ONErpm, Integrity Music, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Maria Rodriguez Garrido, Cecilia Krull
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Splic ai
Jesus Our Lord and Savior.....forever and ever!!!!!!
letsthinkitover1
Love this song
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Amazing love ❤️😊 amazing
Raphy Taojo
Thank you for your amazing love Lord God Jesus Christ
linkon halder
Ye he is our amazing God . Our almighty God .
Cherryy PIe
Thank You Jesus my King
Kathy Loo
Thank you Lord Jesus for Your finished work at the cross. I'm perfectly and completely redeemed! As I lead your people to worship through this song tonight, may You renew their hearts and lives in Your love.
Gloria Galang
Thank you Lord for your amazing love... Choosing me to know you!
Sal 17
Praise the Lord
mayflower2205
Leading worship this coming Sunday and this song is in the line-up! Thank God for the ability to use music to worship Him with heart, soul, and mind.