Before the King
Saddleback Worship Lyrics

A modest entrance for a King
Though He is a King, He humbly entered the world with little pomp and circumstance, without seeking glory or worldly power.

Entered into shame stepped into your pain
Jesus Christ chose to take on the sin and suffering of humankind, subjecting Himself to humiliation and persecution, in order to understand and alleviate our pain.

Illumination the world would see
Through His teachings and sacrifice, Jesus has illuminated the path to salvation for believers across the world.

The grace that you would need
The redemptive power of God's grace offered through Jesus' sacrifice enables sinners to be forgiven and reconciled with God.

A light that'd never cease
The light of Christ, which symbolizes spiritual illumination and guidance, never fades or diminishes, but continues to shine throughout time.

When time had come salvation arrived
Christ's coming was the fulfillment of the prophetic promise of salvation to humankind.

His name is Jesus
Jesus Christ is the central figure of Christianity, upon whom believers place their faith and hope for salvation.

To the King give your worries
Believers can hand over their anxieties to Jesus Christ, who has the power to address and overcome their troubles.

To the King lay your burdens
Christ invites believers to lay down their heavy emotional and spiritual loads at His feet, and rest in His love and grace.

He's the hope your heart needs
The love and salvation offered by Jesus Christ provide the ultimate source of hope and comfort for believers.

Bring all you are before the King
Believers are encouraged to bring all aspects and aspects of their lives, whether struggles or joys, to Christ's presence, trusting in His guidance and care.

From a stable to His throne
Christ's humble beginnings as a baby in a manger were transformed into His divine and sovereign authority, as He rose to heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father.

He has sought the lost he has paid your cost
Christ actively seeks out sinners who have strayed from God's path, and through His sacrifice on the cross, He has paid the price of sin on behalf of those who believe in Him.

And in His wonder majesty
Christ's divine qualities and authority inspire awe and reverence among believers who witness His power and grace.

He's made a home for you
Through His sacrifice and the promise of eternal life, Christ has made a home in heaven for believers, offering them a place of belonging and security.

Making all things new
Christ's transformative power can restore, renew, and revitalize all aspects of believers' lives, including relationships, health, and perspective.

Joyful joyful come receive Him
Believers are encouraged to receive Christ's salvation with joy and gratitude, recognizing the immense value of His sacrifice.

For His mercies never end
God's mercy, which believers receive through Christ, is infinite and never-ending, regardless of their past mistakes or sins.

Lay your broken heart before Him
Believers can come to Christ with their brokenness, allowing Him to heal and restore their hearts through His love and mercy.

From His love your life begins
Christ's unconditional love for believers is the starting point of their spiritual journey, and the foundation upon which they build a life of purpose and meaning.