Mystery
Selah (Holiday) Lyrics
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Born to save the world
But long before the world began
He knew His death was sure
The pain and strife secured
Mystery, how He came to be a man
But greater still
God predestined that His Son would die
And He still created man
Oh, what love is this
That His death was in His hands
The Christmas trees, they glow so bright
With presents all around
But Christmas brought a tree of life
With blood that sacrificed
The greatest gift in life
Mystery, how He came to be a man
But greater still
How His death was in His plan
God predestined that His Son would die
And He still created man
Oh, what love is this
That His death was in His hands
I am just a man and can't begin to comprehend
When You look into these traitor's eyes,
What do You see that justifies the Lamb
God predestined that His Son would die
And He still created man
Oh, what love is this
That His death was in His hands
Mystery, mystery
The lyrics to Selah's song "Mystery" reflect on the profound and unparalleled love of God, who predestined His son, Jesus Christ, to die for humanity's sins. The song highlights the Christmas story, where a child was born on Christmas Day, chosen by God to save the world, and yet His death was already predetermined. The lyrics express a deep sense of awe towards the plan of God that saw the birth, life, and death of Jesus Christ. The song speaks of the mystery behind His humanity and birth, yet emphasizes that even greater was the fact that His death was always part of God's plan.
Selah, through their lyrics, invites us to reflect on the magnitude of God's love and sacrifice for humanity. The song urges us to appreciate the true meaning of Christmas beyond the commercial hype and material possessions that surround the holiday. It's a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made for us and the importance of keeping Christ at the center of Christmas celebrations. As mere humans, it's impossible to comprehend the depth of God's love, but we can only stand in awe, pondering the mystery of His grace.
Line by Line Meaning
A Child was born on Christmas Day
Jesus Christ was born on Christmas day
Born to save the world
Jesus was born with the purpose of saving the world
But long before the world began
Before the creation of the world
He knew His death was sure
Jesus knew that He was born to die
The pain and strife secured
Jesus' death was certain, it was predestined
Mystery, how He came to be a man
It's a mystery how God became a man through Jesus Christ
But greater still
Despite this mystery
How His death was in His plan
His death was a part of God's plan
God predestined that His Son would die
God planned for Jesus to die before he even created man
And He still created man
Despite Jesus' death, God still chose to create man
Oh, what love is this
Jesus' sacrifice is a testament to the greatness of God's love
That His death was in His hands
Jesus gave His own life
The Christmas trees, they glow so bright
The festive decorations of Christmas
With presents all around
With gifts exchanged
But Christmas brought a tree of life
Christmas brought the symbol of hope and eternal life through Jesus' sacrifice
With blood that sacrificed
Jesus' blood was shed as the ultimate sacrifice
The greatest gift in life
The gift of eternal life through Jesus' sacrifice
I am just a man and can't begin to comprehend
Humans can't fully understand the enormity of God's love for us
When You look into these traitor's eyes,
When God looks upon human sinners
What do You see that justifies the Lamb
What is it that makes Jesus' sacrifice worth it
Mystery, mystery
A mystery that humans can't fully comprehend
Lyrics © MIKE CURB MUSIC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ELVIS COSTELLO
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@marlindaoden4393
This song came as part of a Christmas homeschool curriculum. We had never heard it but it’s beautiful! What a treasure to read the lyrics and hear the worship to our Lord.
@SFMurchison
What is there to dislike about a song that clearly glorifies God’s perfect plan of redemption so that we all may have eternal life?
@TheSelahVideos
I'm glad you said that because I wrote it with my wife angie:) This is Todd, the bald one:) thank you!
@Eunice.Aceto75
This is what Christmas is all about. The mystery of His love
@gigahorse1475
The only song I’ve listened to where I got repeat chills.
@theloveofgod1740
This song is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. RICH with theology. Amen!!
@idaliaorsidelaguila3726
A beautiful song. These words touch my heart so deeper, the perfect plan of redemption through the perfect Lamb of God. Even though we don't deserve it, God gave us an opportunity. What a mysterious and wonderful love!
@16thcenturynormie
God predestined that His Son would die... and yet still created man!! Great is the mystery of Godliness!
@MarthalieThurstonSachemPiper
I have had the CD for many years and listen to Mystery almost daily. Thank you for your ministry of music. Today being Good Friday, I shall play that song several times
@janiceweed9198
How is it that I have never heard this song until today! I'm a fan of Christian radio, but somehow missed this one. It is stunningly beautiful!