Some songs are born quickly; others take time and refining before they are truly complete. Amazing Love is one of those songs that might never have seen the light of day if not for a little encouragement. Graham Kendrick recalls how this powerful worship song almost stayed as an unfinished idea, sitting quietly among a set of Easter songs – until a simple prompt brought it to life.

A Song That Almost Didn’t Happen

Amazing Love began as part of a collection of Easter songs. Graham had written a version of the song, but it didn’t have the first verse we know today. Without it, the song felt incomplete and destined to remain a forgotten piece of a larger project.

“There came a point where somebody came to me and said, ‘Graham, that’s a good song, but it’s incomplete. Why don’t you go down into the studio for an hour and see what you can come up with?’”

That invitation to revisit the song was all it took. Graham sat down in the studio and began working through ideas. Out of that hour came the opening line: “My Lord, what love is this?” A simple yet profound statement that anchored the song’s theme and gave it the emotional and theological depth it had been missing.

“I’m so grateful for that prompting,” Graham reflects. “Without it, the song might never have found its way beyond that original context.”

Straight to the Heart of Worship

Once that first verse was in place, Amazing Love took on a life of its own. It wasn’t just a song for Easter anymore — it became a declaration of worship that could be sung at any time of the year.

“There are a few simple words in this song that take you straight to the heart of worship,” Graham explains. “Why are we here? Because of this love that paid so dearly, that I, the guilty one, may go free.”

The song’s message of sacrifice and redemption resonates deeply with believers. It’s a reminder that Christ’s love is not just something to reflect on at Easter – it’s the foundation of our faith every day.

A Reflection of God’s Grace

At its core, Amazing Love is a response to the incredible grace of God. The opening question – “My Lord, what love is this?” – captures the heart of the gospel. That the perfect Son of God would willingly lay down His life for us is a truth that remains as humbling and powerful today as it was when Graham first penned the words.

This is why Amazing Love continues to resonate with churches and individuals alike. It speaks to the mystery and majesty of Christ’s sacrifice – and the freedom and forgiveness it brings.

Why It Matter

Amazing Love is more than a worship song – it’s an invitation to stand in awe of the love that led Christ to the cross. The simplicity of the lyrics combined with the weight of their meaning gives the song a timeless quality. Whether sung in a quiet moment of reflection or as a powerful declaration of faith, it reminds us that worship begins with a recognition of the love that made salvation possible.

“I’ve used the song ever since,” Graham reflects. “Not just at Easter, but any time of the year, because it just takes us straight to the heart of why we’re here worshiping.”

Listen to Amazing Love

Amazing Love remains one of Graham Kendrick’s most beloved songs. Its message of Christ’s sacrifice and redeeming love continues to draw people into worship.

If you’d like to use Amazing Love in your own church or personal worship, you can find the sheet music and download the MP3 here.