Glory to God
Marty Haugen Lyrics
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And on earth peace to people of good will
We praise you
We bless you
We adore you
We glorify you
We give you thanks for your great glory
Lord God heavenly king
Lord Jesus Christ only begotten Son
Lord God, Lamb of God
Son of the Father
You take away the sins of the world
Have mercy on us
You take away the sins of the world
Receive our prayer
You are seated at the right hand of the Father
Have mercy on us
For you alone are the Holy One
You alone are the Lord
You alone are the most high
Jesus Christ
With the Holy Spirit
In the glory of God the Father
Amen, Amen
The lyrics of Marty Haugen's song "Glory to God" are a beautiful and deeply religious expression of praise and worship to God. The lyrics begin by proclaiming "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will," which echoes the words of the angels at the birth of Jesus. The song then progresses to language of adoration and worship, with lines such as "We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you," followed by a series of attributes and titles given to God, including "Lord God heavenly king," "almighty Father," and "most high." The song then turns to a focus on Jesus, the only begotten son of God, who takes away the sins of the world and shows mercy to those who seek it. Finally, the song concludes with an affirmation of the unity of the Trinity, as expressed in the phrase "Jesus Christ with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father, Amen."
These lyrics demonstrate a deep commitment to traditional Christian beliefs and religious rituals. The emphasis on praising God and recognizing the greatness and holiness of the divine reflects the importance of worship and devotion in many Christian traditions. At the same time, the focus on peace, mercy, and unity suggests a hopeful and inclusive vision of faith, open to all who seek to live in a spirit of goodness and compassion.
Line by Line Meaning
Glory to God in the highest
We give utmost reverence and honor to God who is the highest of all.
And on earth peace to people of good will
God's peace extends to humanity, especially to those who have goodwill towards others.
We praise you
We offer our admiration, respect, and approval to you, God.
We bless you
We express our gratitude and appreciation, praying for God's favor and protection.
We adore you
We show deep love and worship to you, recognizing your divine nature and majesty.
We glorify you
We proclaim your greatness and splendor, acknowledging your sovereignty over all things.
We give you thanks for your great glory
We express our gratitude for your immense power and majesty that inspire awe and wonder.
Lord God heavenly king
God is the ruler of heaven and earth, worthy of our honor and respect.
O God, almighty Father
God is the omnipotent creator of all things who acts as a loving father to us.
Lord Jesus Christ only begotten Son
Jesus is the unique son of God who was born of a virgin and came to save humanity.
Lord God, Lamb of God
Jesus is both God and the sacrificial lamb who took away our sins to reconcile us with God.
Son of the Father
Jesus is God's son, equal in essence and being to the Father.
You take away the sins of the world
Jesus redeems humanity by sacrificing himself to cleanse us from sin.
Have mercy on us
We acknowledge our need for God's compassion and forgiveness, humbly asking for his mercy.
Receive our prayer
We offer our petitions, praises, and thanksgivings to God, asking him to hear us and answer us.
You are seated at the right hand of the Father
Jesus ascended into heaven and is now exalted at the Father's right hand, exercising his power and authority.
For you alone are the Holy One
God is the only one who is fully pure, just, and righteous, separated from all evil and sin.
You alone are the Lord
God is the supreme ruler and master of all creation, worthy of our obedience and devotion.
You alone are the most high
God is the highest in rank, power, and majesty, unmatched by any other being.
Jesus Christ
Jesus is the confirmation of God's plan of salvation, the mediator, and the savior who reconciles us to him.
With the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is the third person of Trinity, coexistent and coeternal with the Father and the Son.
In the glory of God the Father
We offer our worship to God, basking in his infinite brilliance and majesty.
Amen, Amen
We affirm our faith in agreement with the words spoken, and express our resolution and commitment to God.
Contributed by Nicholas G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.