John Newton praises God for his transformation from a slave captain, and later, himself a slave, to a Christian minister. He felt that he had experienced the grace of God first hand. This hymn is his personal testimony and is based on King David’s comments in 1 Chronicles 17:16,17.
The final stanza that is traditionally sung with this hymn, beginning “When we’ve been there ten thousand years,” is not written by Newton. It is not known who wrote those lyrics.
"Amazing Grace" has become arguably one of the most famous hymns of all time, with many gospel and pop singers recording versions of the hymn over many years. For some, this may have lessened the beauty of the words but it is my prayer that they be seen in new light and applied to each listener personally.
May the experience of Newton be our experience as we allow the amazing grace of God to cleanse us from selfishness and sin. May we accept the gift of grace He offers us and one day go home to heaven with the Lord.
Amazing Grace
Verse 1
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.
Verse 2
‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
And grace my fears relieved;
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed!
Verse 3
The Lord has promised good to me,
His word my hope secures;
He will me shield and portion be
As long as life endures.
Verse 4
Through many dangers, toils, and snares,
I have already come;
‘Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.
Verse 5
When we’ve been there then thousand years,
Bright shining as the sun,
We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise
Than when we’d first begun.
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