Good and Gracious King

"Good and Gracious King" was written by Jonny Robinson, James Ferguson, and Michael Farren, continuing the CityAlight tradition of producing theologically substantial hymns for congregational worship. The song is a celebration of the goodness and grace of God as King — two attributes that the Bible consistently holds together but that human kings rarely embody simultaneously. The hymn's lyrics draw on the biblical portrayal of God as a King who is both sovereign in power and tender in mercy, echoing Psalm 145's declaration that "The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love." Each verse explores a different facet of God's kingly goodness — His generosity, His faithfulness, His willingness to stoop down to His people — building to a chorus of grateful adoration. The song reflects CityAlight's distinctive approach to worship writing, which prioritizes congregational singability, theological clarity, and a warmth that invites genuine devotion rather than mere intellectual assent. It has been adopted by churches that value worship music which teaches as it praises.