Worthy Is The Lamb That Was Slain

 

Good Friday is almost upon and the tendency is to make it a dirge. If that is how you prefer to celebrate, in a somber and reflective state, that is fine. However, I propose singing one particular song that really captures what I believe  the “heart of worship,” should be on Good Friday. The lyrics are taken from The Book of Revelation, which might surprise some.

 Here is the song: 

Link: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lBkdha2jb6Q

Verse 1

Worthy is the Lamb Who was slain

Holy holy is He

Sing a new song to Him Who sits on

Heaven's mercy seat

Chorus 1

Holy holy holy

Is the Lord God Almighty

Who was and is and is to come

With all creation I sing

Praise to the King of kings

You are my ev'rything

And I will adore You

Verse 2

Clothed in rainbows of living color

Flashes of lightning rolls of thunder

Blessing and honor strength and glory

And power be to You the only wise King

Chorus 1

Holy holy holy

Is the Lord God Almighty

Who was and is and is to come

With all creation I sing

Praise to the King of kings

You are my ev'rything

And I will adore You

Verse 3

Filled with wonder awestruck wonder

At the mention of Your name

Jesus Your name is power breath and living water

Such a marv'lous mystery

Chorus 1

Holy holy holy

Is the Lord God Almighty

Who was and is and is to come

With all creation I sing

Praise to the King of kings

You are my ev'rything

And I will adore You

Holy, Holy

Holy, Holy

You are Holy! 

This song captures such a beautiful spirit of worship. The line “Worthy is the Lamb Who Was Slain,” is a definitive reference to Jesus’ Crucifixion and sacrifice for our sins as The Lamb of God (John 1:29-32). Its a powerful line, and the consistent repeat of Holy, Holy is His Name, You are Holy, and Holy, Holy, Holy is not only easy for people to sing in church, but we are singing with the angels in heaven who constantly sing these words, “Each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around, even under its wings. Day and night they never stop saying:

“‘Holy, holy, holy

is the Lord God Almighty,’

who was, and is, and is to come.” (Revelation 4:8-11). 

To join in chorus that soars through the heavens, across the stars, and the universe is so exciting! To declare with such adoration and passion “Worthy Is The Lamb Who Was Slain,” and “Holy, Holy is He!” This is a worship most transcendent, for it acknowledges who Jesus is! The Lamb of God who is the King of Kings! He is Holy! Let us join in the chorus that rings across the stars and fills every part of the universe! Holy, Holy, Holy! Amen.