Song Description

About the Song -- Thorns for Crown Thorns for Crown was written as a meditation on the mystery of Christ's love--how the One who deserved all glory chose instead to carry shame, suffering, and a crown of thorns so that humanity could receive a crown of life. The song traces the believer's journey from being known by God before birth, to recognising His guiding hand, to understanding the depth of the sacrifice made at Calvary. Each verse reflects a moment of awakening: the realisation of God's plan, the weight of Jesus' suffering, and the longing to walk in His likeness. The chorus stands as a declaration of victory through Christ alone, honouring the Saviour who exchanged His pain for our redemption. The bridge shifts into surrender and mission--offering one's life as a servant and soldier of the Lord, and committing to share the message of salvation with the world. At its core, Thorns for Crown is a confession of gratitude, a song of devotion, and a reminder that the path from suffering to glory was first walked by our Redeemer. Each line points back to the love that transformed a crown of thorns into a promise of eternal hope.

Lyrics

Thorns for Crown

Verse 1:
You knew me, Lord, before my birth; You gave me life and mapped my path,
A great plan I've only realised.

And when I fell You bore the cross, You gave Your life to win my soul,
A great design I must realise.
Pre-Chorus:
You bore my shame and placed it upon the cross,
and bled for me to lift me, Lord, from the pit.

You spoke my name while being mocked upon the cross,
You bled for me to save me, Lord, from the blaze.
Chorus:
I triumph through Jesus, lover of my soul;
Who wore the thorns to hand me a crown.
O Holy Father, I give You my all;
You wore the thorns so I could be crowned.
Verse 2:
I walked the earth and found none close to You, Lord,
Even my reflection never shone like You, Lord.

Pour Your mercy on us, O Gentle Lord;
Straighten our twisted ways to walk like Yours, Lord. *Pre-Chorus + Chorus*
Bridge:
Make me Your soldier, O Dear Lord, I yield to You with both hands raised.
Make me Your servant, O Dear Lord, I yield to You, cleanse my heart, Lord.
I'll tell the whole wide world how You saved me from my judgement.
I'll share with the whole wide world the glad tidings, O Redeemer. *Chorus till fade*

Copyright 2025 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.