Brenton Brown - Wonderful Redeemer Lyrics
Lyrics
You, You, You have won my heart
I'm so glad You found me
Jesus where would I be without
You, You, You, broke my chains
You welcomed me to freedom
My wonderful redeemer
So take it all, not just a part
I want to love with my whole heart
'Cause I was dead, now I'm alive
I want to trust You with my life
Simple words sometimes are not enough
To tell the goodness of Your love
Sometimes I have to sing Your praises
Oh the depths that You have gone for me
The gates of hell, the sinners tree
Jesus Your love is so amazing
Video
Wonderful Redeemer [Live]
Meaning & Inspiration
Brenton Brown's "Wonderful Redeemer," released in 2012 as part of the live album *God My Rock*, is a profound declaration of the transformative power of God's love and grace, delivered with a simple yet potent earnestness that resonates deeply with the core tenets of Christian faith. The song immediately plunges into a personal testimony of profound gratitude, expressing how the subject, unequivocally identified as Jesus through the lyrics, has captured the singer's entire being and brought them out of a state of spiritual lostness. The opening lines, "You, You, You have won my heart, I'm so glad You found me," speak to the irresistible nature of divine pursuit and the immense joy that accompanies being discovered by God. This echoes the sentiment found in John 15:16, where Jesus tells his disciples, "You did not choose me, but I chose you," highlighting God's initiative in salvation. The subsequent acknowledgment, "Jesus where would I be without You," captures the complete dependence and recognition of one's utter inability to save oneself, a foundational concept in Christian theology as articulated in Romans 3:23, "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
The narrative then shifts to the liberating aspect of Christ's work. The breaking of chains and welcoming into freedom directly alludes to Jesus' sacrifice and victory over sin and death, as described in Hebrews 2:14-15, which speaks of Jesus becoming human so that through his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil—and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. The title "Wonderful Redeemer" itself is a rich theological descriptor, pointing to Christ as the one who pays the ransom for our souls, aligning with passages like 1 Peter 1:18-19: "For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot." The commitment to giving "all, not just a part" and loving with "my whole heart" reflects the Great Commandment to love God with all one's being, as found in Matthew 22:37, and the desire to surrender fully to Christ's Lordship. The stark contrast between being "dead" and now being "alive" is a powerful metaphor for spiritual rebirth, directly referencing Ephesians 2:1, "As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins." The aspiration to "trust You with my life" signifies a complete reliance on God's providence and guidance, a hallmark of a mature faith.
The song's second half delves into the inadequacy of human language to fully express the immensity of God's goodness and love. This sentiment is powerfully conveyed in the lines, "Simple words sometimes are not enough to tell the goodness of Your love," acknowledging that true comprehension of divine love often transcends mere articulation and necessitates a visceral, experiential response, hence the need to "sing Your praises." The reference to the "depths that You have gone for me" and the "sinners tree" are direct allusions to the crucifixion, the ultimate act of sacrificial love. The "gates of hell" suggest the cosmic battle Christ engaged in on behalf of humanity, overcoming the forces of darkness through his death and resurrection. This speaks to the profound mystery and sacrifice central to the Gospel, as outlined in Colossians 2:15: "And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross." The concluding affirmation, "Jesus Your love is so amazing," serves as a humble yet powerful summary of the song's overarching message: a testament to an astonishing and life-altering love that reorients one's entire existence. "Wonderful Redeemer" is thus a profound and accessible expression of core Christian truths, encouraging listeners to reflect on the overwhelming grace and redemptive power of Jesus Christ.