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Good and Gracious King

Jonny Robinson, James Ferguson, Michael Farren

Verse 1

I approach the throne of glory

Nothing in my hands I bring

But the name of Christ my Saviour

Free to sing, I free to sing

Verse 2

I will give to You my worship

I will give to You my praise

You alone deserve all glory

Here I stand, and here I stay

Chorus

You deserve the greater glory

Overcome, I lift my voice

To the King in need of nothing

Empty handed I rejoice

You deserve the greater glory

Overcome with joy I sing

By Your love I am accepted

You're a good and gracious King

Verse 3

O what grace that You would see me

As Your child and as Your friend

Safe, secure in You forever

I pour out my praise again

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Holy, holy, Lord Almighty

Good and gracious

Holy, holy, Lord Almighty

Good and gracious King

For musicians

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Behind the hymn

"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.

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