Matthew Guion Maher (born November 10, 1974) is a singer/songwriter/worship… Read Full Bio ↴Matthew Guion Maher (born November 10, 1974) is a singer/songwriter/worship leader originally from Newfoundland, Canada, who later relocated to Mesa, Arizona. His contribution to contemporary praise and worship within the Catholic Church has been immeasurable and continues to flourish in the Christian world. Matt's music appeals to a new generation and yet maintains the depth and meaning that Christians need in their music, liturgy, and worship. Matt makes appearances at various youth conferences and events, including several World Youth Day (WYD) conferences. At WYD 2002 in Toronto he played his "Litany of the Saints" in the company of His Holiness John Paul II. He also performed at WYD 2008 in Sydney.

He has had several Christian radio hits such as "Your Grace is Enough", from his album "Empty & Beautiful," as well as the title track from his album "Alive Again". His songs "Love Has Come" and "Just Like You" were recorded by Kathy Troccoli for her album The Heart of Me and "Your Grace is Enough" was recorded by Chris Tomlin for his album Arriving.

While with Essential Records, he released Alive Again (2009), The Love in Between (2011), All the People Said Amen (2013) and Saint and Sinners (2015). His most recent single, "Because He Lives (Amen)" was inspired by Bill Gaither's hymn "Because He Lives".

Discography:

The End and the Beginning (2001) featuring Love Has Come, Just Like You, Lamb of God, and The End and the Beginning.
Welcome to Life (2003) featuring Welcome to Life, Your Grace is Enough, 40 Days, and I Love You Lord
Overflow (2006) featuring Resurrection Day, For Your Glory, Canticle of Zechariah, and Everything You've Done
Empty and Beautiful (2008) featuring Your Grace is Enough, Look Like a Fool, Lay it Down, and Empty and Beautiful
Alive Again (2009) featuring Alive Again, Letting Go, and Christ is Risen
The Love in Between (2011) featuring Turn Around, Heaven Help me, and On My Way
All the People Said Amen (2013) featuring All the People Said Amen, Lord I Need You, and Hold Us Together
Saints and Sinners (2015) featuring Because He Lives (Amen), Sons and Daughters and Deliverer

Lamb Of God
Matt Maher Lyrics

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Wonderful,
Counselor,
Mighty God,
Prince of Peace,
Emmanuel,
Morning Star,
King of Kings, and
Lord of Lords

Lamb of God, you take away,
The sins of all, the world
Miserere nobis
Bread of life, You take away,
The sins of all the world
Miserere nobis
Agnus Dei, You take away,

The sins of all the world
Dona nobis Pacem

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Matt Maher's song "Lamb of God" are deeply rooted in Christian theology and are meant to serve as a reminder of the role that Jesus played in taking away the sins of the world. The first few lines of the song highlight different names and titles given to Jesus, such as "Wonderful," "Counselor," "Mighty God," "Prince of Peace," "Emmanuel," "Morning Star," "King of Kings," and "Lord of Lords." These titles reflect the different aspects of Jesus' character and divine nature, as well as the various ways that he is referred to in the Bible.

The rest of the song is a simple and repetitive chorus that emphasizes Jesus' role as the "Lamb of God" who takes away the sins of the world. The Latin phrase "Miserere nobis" means "have mercy on us," while "Agnus Dei" means "Lamb of God." The final line of the chorus, "Dona nobis Pacem," means "grant us peace." Altogether, the chorus is a powerful declaration of faith and a plea for mercy and peace.

Line by Line Meaning

Wonderful,
Addressing Jesus with reverence and admiration

Counselor,
Recognizing Jesus as a source of wisdom and guidance

Mighty God,
Acknowledging Jesus as divine and powerful

Prince of Peace,
Recognizing Jesus as the source of true peace and tranquility

Emmanuel,
Reiterating the belief that Jesus is God with us

Morning Star,
Describing Jesus as a symbol of hope and inspiration

King of Kings, and
Declaring Jesus as the ultimate ruler over all other kings

Lord of Lords
Affirming Jesus's superiority over all other lords and masters

Lamb of God, you take away,
Recognizing Jesus as the sacrificial lamb who died to cleanse the sins of humanity

The sins of all, the world
Referring to the universality of sin and the fact that Jesus's sacrifice was for all people

Miserere nobis
A plea for mercy and forgiveness

Bread of life, You take away,
Stating that Jesus is the source of spiritual nourishment and sustenance

The sins of all the world
Reiterating the universal nature of sin and the scope of Jesus's sacrifice

Agnus Dei, You take away,
Using Latin for 'Lamb of God', restating the belief in Jesus as the sin-bearer

Dona nobis Pacem
A plea for peace and harmony

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Natalie U

2y↑7

We sing it this way in church and I always feel the tears well up!

Dago Dee

4y↑26

The melody sounds very sad. I get weepy hearing this. This version was sung at Mass for a retreat in high school. It was the most emotional retreat where I established a relationship with God.

Kochav Mayim

6y↑12

Wow, this is beautiful, we sang this at Mass for a retreat. Love the Latin part. Sounds the same as Litany of the saints one for Ora Pro Nobis.

Reyna Rivera

1y↑2

I woke up hearing this song in my dream. On the 6th anniversary of the passing of my daughter (March 29th). I just found this after searching for the past four days for this song..