Lyrics
Meekness and majesty, manhood and deity
In perfect harmony, the Man who is God.
Lord of eternity dwells in humanity,
Kneels in humility and washes our feet.
Father's pure radiance, perfect in innocence
Yet learns obedience to death on a cross.
Suffering to give us life,
Conquering through sacrifice,
And as they crucify prays Father forgive!
O, what a mystery! Meekness and majesty!
Bow down and worship, for this is your God!
Wisdom unsearchable, God the invisible,
Love indestructible in frailty appears.
Lord of infinity stooping so tenderly,
Lifts our humanity to the heights of His throne.
O, what a mystery! Meekness and majesty!
Bow down and worship, for this is your God!
O, what a mystery! Meekness and majesty!
Bow down and worship, for this is your God!
Bow down and worship, for this is your God!
Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: Graham Kendrick
The profound mystery of Jesus lies in how His infinite majesty meets tender meekness. The One who holds eternity stooped to wash feet and bore the cross in willing sacrifice, revealing a God whose ultimate power is displayed in self-giving love. As we contemplate this beautiful paradox, we are invited to lay down our own pride and trust His path of grace. May our hearts marvel at His humility and respond by serving one another with the same gentle, forgiving love He showed us.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- Philippians 2:6-8: “who, existing in the form of God, didn’t consider equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, yes, the death of the cross.”
- John 13:14-15: “If I then, the Lord and the Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet. For I have given you an example, that you also should do as I have done to you.”
- Luke 23:34: “Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.” Dividing his garments among them, they cast lots.”