Glory To God
Paris Twila Lyrics
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Peace on earth and good will to men
Glory to God in the highest
Let His praise be heard again
The two opening lines of "Glory to God in the Highest" carry profound theological sentiments that bear witness to the glory of God and the peace that Jesus Christ brought into the world. The song is a declaration of God's majesty who, as the highest of beings deserves all the glory and praise that His people can muster. The words "Glory to God in the highest" derive their meaning from the angelic proclamation at the birth of Christ, a moment that marked the beginning of the salvation of mankind. The phrase also points to the majesty and sovereignty of God as the one deserving of ultimate glorification.
The second line of the verse speaks to the peace that Jesus Christ brought to earth. The earlier verses of the song recount the birth of Jesus, and the angels' declaration that Jesus would usher in peace for humankind. The phrase "peace on earth and good will towards men" reflects the essence of Christ's mission on earth- to reconcile humanity to God and to restore a broken relationship between man and man. By living a life of perfect obedience to God and dying as a perfect sacrifice for the sins of humanity, Christ brought true peace to our souls, a fact that is worthy of praise and adoration.
Line by Line Meaning
Glory to God in the highest
May God receive the highest honor and praise from all beings
Peace on earth and good will to men
May there be harmony and kindness among all people on earth
Glory to God in the highest
May God's greatness and glory be celebrated once more
Contributed by Tristan G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.