Tim Hughes. Explore “Here I Am to Worship”: song information and official sources.
Redeeming grace · The incarnation
The song moves from the grace of the true light entering a dark world to the King’s humble coming among humanity, answering the unfathomable cost of the cross with worship. John 1 explains that the Word became flesh and lived among us; Philippians 2 shows us Christ’s obedience to the point of death. Those approaching the Lord therefore have both the joy of nearness and reverence for salvation. The song’s bowing and confession can become a prayer of renewed direction: asking the Lord to open our eyes, to know his beauty, and to be willing to follow him in his humility. Christmas and Christ’s suffering meet here, together pointing to God’s love in taking the initiative to draw near and save people.
Christmas, Holy Week, Communion and worship responding to Christ’s humiliation.