Story Behind The Song

The majestic beauty of a prairie sunset, the hauntingly magnificent display of the aurora borealis - what further proof does one need of an almighty Creator? Still there is one image, in the shape of a Roman crucifix, that reaches across time and casts a shadow into eternity. It stands as a symbol of the everlasting love and mercy of a perfect Creator toward an imperfect creation - giving comfort in our present trials and hope for our future in His presence.

Lyrics

How could a righteous God still love a sinner such as I
Or leave His holy Heav'n and come to earth for me to die
The debt of guilt on my account to fully satisfy
It's called mercy - and it so amazes me !


I stand in awe and watch the golden sun that's setting in the west
And when the northern lights are flashing in the sky I feel so blest,
But of all the wonders in this world - when asked which one is best,
It's your mercy, Lord, that so amazes me !


At times I fail so deeply as I wander here below.
It seems, for all my struggles, I've got nothing left to show
But when I come before You, with repentant heart, I know
That I'll find mercy there, to love and comfort me


And one day, soon, I'll stand before Your throne in Heaven above
Considered worthy only due to Your unchanging love
No more will the accuser try my sinfulness to prove
Still, Your mercy, there shall be complete for me.