Lyrics
The mystery of the cross
I cannot comprehend
The agonies of Calvary
You, the perfect Holy One,
Crushed Your Son
He drank the bitter cup
Reserved for me.
Your blood has washed away my sin,
Jesus, thank You!
Your Father's wrath completely satisfied,
Jesus, thank You!
Once Your enemy, now seated at Your table,
Jesus, thank You!
By Your perfect sacrifice,
I've been brought near
Your enemy You made Your friend
Pouring out the riches
Of Your glorious grace
Your mercy and Your kindness
know no end.
Your blood has washed away my sin,
Jesus, thank You!
Your Father's wrath completely satisfied,
Jesus, thank You!
Once Your enemy, now seated at Your table,
Jesus, thank You!
Lover of my soul, I want to live for You.
Lover of my soul, I want to live for You.
Your blood has washed away my sin,
Jesus, thank You!
Your Father's wrath completely satisfied,
Jesus, thank You!
Once Your enemy, now seated at Your table,
Jesus, thank You!
Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: Pat Sczebel
The profound mystery of the cross leaves us in quiet wonder, knowing that Jesus willingly bore the weight of our sin so we could know eternal freedom. On Calvary, He drank the bitter cup meant for us, satisfying God's justice with pure and undeserved love. When we remember the immense price paid for our salvation, our hearts cannot help but overflow with gratitude. Today, take a quiet moment to rest in His finished work and simply offer Him your heart's joyful praise: "Jesus, thank You."
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- Isaiah 53:5: “But he was wounded for our transgressions. He was bruised for our iniquities. The punishment that brought our peace was on him; and by his stripes we are healed.”
- Hebrews 9:22: “According to the law, nearly everything is cleansed with blood, and apart from shedding of blood there is no remission.”
- Romans 5:8: “But God commends his own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”