King Of Kings
Ordinary Time Lyrics
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That called you away that left no choice?
Would you sell all you had to you follow a star?
Would you trust it and leave your life behind?
We followed a star it let do the west,
We couldn't explain to our neighbors and friends
We waited so long watching the sun,
Now that we're here it all seems so clear
King of kings and Lord of lords
Immanuel, God with us
Prince of peace, Almighty God
Immanuel, God with us
Now we can see that it was all true
This child is born King of the Jews
But he is more than even we knew
the very angels of heaven worship him here
And the angels said:
"Do not be afraid I bring you great news
That will be for all people
Today in the town of David
A Savior has been born - He is Christ the Lord!"
The lyrics of Ordinary Time's song King of Kings, speaks about the story of the Wisemen who followed a star that led them to Jesus Christ. The first verse challenges the listener, asking them what they would do if a voice called them away and left no choice. The second line poses a rhetorical question to probe the listener's willingness to fully commit and trust a calling. The second verse describes the journey of the Wisemen that followed the star in the western sky, bringing forth the reality of their journey and the confusion that it posed to their neighbors and friends. The Wisemen watched the sun constantly as they journeyed, waiting for the guidance of the star. When they finally arrived at their destination, the revelation of Jesus Christ as the King of Kings became evident.
The chorus emphasizes the deity of Jesus Christ and his significance. The title "King of Kings and Lord of Lords" makes reference to Jesus' power and being of great authority. "Immanuel, God with us" depicts Jesus Christ as God himself, walking and dwelling with man. "Prince of peace, Almighty God" describes Christ's make-up as one that brings peace to mankind, and the ruler of the universe.
Overall, King of Kings encourages listeners to trust their calling and obey without fear, just as the Wise Men trusted the star and went on a long journey to witness the birth of Christ, the King of Kings.
Line by Line Meaning
What would you do if you heard a voice
What if you were called away by a voice, leaving you no choice?
That called you away that left no choice?
What would you do if you were unable to resist the voice that called you?
Would you sell all you had to you follow a star?
Will you give up all possessions for following a star?
Would you trust it and leave your life behind?
Are you willing to believe and completely leave your life behind?
We followed a star it let do the west,
We followed a star to the west with complete faith
We couldn't explain to our neighbors and friends
We couldn't explain our actions to those around us
We waited so long watching the sun,
We waited a long time, watching the path of the sun
Now that we're here it all seems so clear
Now we have arrived, and everything makes sense
King of kings and Lord of lords
He is the ruler of all, and the highest being
Immanuel, God with us
God is with us, even in human form
Prince of peace, Almighty God
He possesses unimaginable strength and tranquility
Immanuel, God with us
God is with us, even in human form
Now we can see that it was all true
Now we realize that it was all real
This child is born King of the Jews
A king among the Jews is born from this child
But he is more than even we knew
He is much more than what we initially thought
the very angels of heaven worship him here
Even the heavenly angels praise and worship him
And the angels said:
The angels spoke these words:
"Do not be afraid I bring you great news
Don't be scared, for I bring you wonderful news
That will be for all people
This news will be for everyone
Today in the town of David
Today in the town of David
A Savior has been born - He is Christ the Lord!"
The Savior has been born - He is the Lord Christ!
Contributed by Aria O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.