Reckless Love Of God | MP3
Reckless Love Of God| Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Before I spoke a word, You were singing over me
You have been so, so good to me
Before I took a breath, You breathed Your life in me
You have been so, so kind to me
[Chorus]
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God
Oh, it chases me down, fights ’til I’m found, leaves the ninety-nine
I couldn’t earn it, and I don’t deserve it, still, You give Yourself away
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God, yeah
[Verse 2]
When I was Your foe, still Your love fought for me
You have been so, so good to me
When I felt no worth, You paid it all for me
You have been so, so kind to me
[Chorus]
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God
Oh, it chases me down, fights ’til I’m found, leaves the ninety-nine
I couldn’t earn it, and I don’t deserve it, still, You give Yourself away
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God, yeah
[Bridge]
There’s no shadow You won’t light up
Mountain You won’t climb up
Coming after me
There’s no wall You won’t kick down
Lie You won’t tear down
Coming after me
There’s no shadow You won’t light up
Mountain You won’t climb up
Coming after me
There’s no wall You won’t kick down
Lie You won’t tear down
Coming after me
There’s no shadow You won’t light up
Mountain You won’t climb up
Coming after me
There’s no wall You won’t kick down
Lie You won’t tear down
Coming after me
There’s no shadow You won’t light up
Mountain You won’t climb up
Coming after me
There’s no wall You won’t kick down
Lie You won’t tear down
Coming after me
[Chorus]
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God
Oh, it chases me down, fights ’til I’m found, leaves the ninety-nine
And I couldn’t earn it, I don’t deserve it, still, You give Yourself away
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God, yeah
Notes
This hymn is a profound declaration of God’s relentless and unconditional love for humanity. To a Christian, it reveals the depth of God’s grace—that before we ever sought Him, He was already loving, pursuing, and providing for us. The lyrics celebrate a love that is undeserved and cannot be earned, yet is freely given. The “reckless love of God” is not careless, but rather a love so extravagant and sacrificial that it defies human logic. It illustrates God’s willingness to leave the ninety-nine to rescue the one lost soul, showing His personal care for each believer. The powerful imagery in the bridge—God tearing down lies, climbing mountains, and lighting up shadows—emphasizes that nothing can separate us from His love. This truth is rooted in Romans 5:8 (KJV): “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” For deeper reflection, “The Ragamuffin Gospel” by Brennan Manning beautifully unpacks the radical nature of God’s love and grace, reminding Christians that they are loved deeply, even in their brokenness.
Venue
Kampala Uganda
Date
Saturday, May 11th, 2025