Passion City Church - Agnus Dei Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
Alleluia, alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
Alleluia, alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
Alleluia
Chorus 1
Holy, holy, are You Lord God, Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb
For You are holy, holy, are You Lord God, Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb, A- men
Chorus 2
Holy, holy, are You Lord God, Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb
For You are holy, holy, are You Lord God, Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb, Amen
Verse 2
Alleluia, alleluia
For the Lord God Almighty reigns
Alleluia
Chorus 3
Holy, holy, are You Lord God, Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb
For You are holy, holy, are You Lord God, Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb
Vamp
Worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb
Worthy is the Lamb, worthy is the Lamb, Amen
Video
Passion, Kristian Stanfill - Agnus Dei (Live From Passion 2024)
Meaning & Inspiration
Passion City Church's "Agnus Dei," featuring Kristian Stanfill, released on February 16, 2024, as part of the Passion 2024 live experience, stands as a powerful declaration of faith centered on the sovereignty and worthiness of God. The song draws deeply from the rich tapestry of biblical worship, echoing sentiments found throughout Scripture, particularly in the book of Revelation. Its core message is an unreserved adoration of "the Lord God Almighty" and the "Lamb," a direct reference to Jesus Christ, whose sacrifice is presented as the ultimate act of redemption. The repeated exclamations of "Alleluia" and "Holy, holy" are not merely lyrical devices but profound expressions of praise that resonate with passages like Revelation 4:8, where the four living creatures ceaselessly proclaim, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come!" This ancient acclamation of God's eternal holiness and power forms the bedrock of the song's theological weight.
The central theme of "Worthy is the Lamb" is a direct invocation of Revelation 5:12, where the multitude of heavenly beings declare with a loud voice, "Worthy is the Lamb who was slain to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!" This verse encapsulates the song's purpose: to acknowledge the supreme value and rightful inheritance of Jesus' sacrifice. The repetition of this declaration underscores the unshakeable truth of Christ's redemptive work and its absolute necessity for salvation. The lyrics systematically build this case for God's worthiness, moving from the overarching reign of the Almighty to the specific, transformative power of the Lamb. This progression invites listeners not just to acknowledge God's might but to connect it to the sacrificial love that underpins Christian belief, as evidenced in Romans 5:8, which states, "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." The song, therefore, serves as an anthem for a community united in the understanding that God’s reign is intrinsically linked to the sacrifice that makes reconciliation possible. The consistent, unwavering focus on these foundational truths provides a resonant and inspiring experience, anchoring the listener in the unchanging nature of God and the profound significance of His actions.