Lyrics

[Verse 1]
These are the proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah, king of Judah, transcribed.
It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the honor of kings to search it out.
Like the heavens for height and the earth for depth, so is the heart of kings—unsearchable.
Remove the dross from silver, and a vessel emerges for the refiner.
Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
[Chorus]
Jesus is the Righteous King,
He reigns in truth, His praises we sing.
Wisdom flows from Him alone,
In Christ alone we boast.
[Verse 2]
Do not exalt yourself before the king, nor stand in the place of nobles.
Better to be told, “Come up here,” than to be humbled before the prince.
What your eyes see, do not hastily bring to judgment,
Lest you regret it when your neighbor shames you.
Argue your case with your neighbor privately, and do not reveal another’s secret,
Lest one who hears it curse you, and your disgrace not fade.
[Verse 3]
A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.
Like a gold ring or an ornament of gold is a wise reprover to a listening ear.
Like the coolness of snow on a harvest day is a faithful messenger to those who send him;
he refreshes the soul of his masters.
Like clouds and wind without rain is one who boasts of gifts never given.
[Bridge]
Christ is the Living Word,
Pure and true, His voice we hear.
He speaks with grace, He speaks with fire,
Jesus redeemed us from the mire.
[Verse 4]
With patience a ruler may be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.
Have you found honey? Eat only what you need, lest you have too much and vomit.
Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house, lest they tire of you and hate you.
Like a club, a sword, or a sharp arrow is one who bears false witness against a neighbor.
Like a broken tooth or a lame foot is reliance on the unfaithful in times of trouble.
[Verse 5]
Like one who removes a garment on a cold day or pours vinegar on a wound
Is one who sings songs to a heavy heart.
If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat; if he is thirsty, give him water to drink,
For you will heap burning coals on his head, and the Lord will reward you.
The north wind brings rain, and a sly tongue an angry face.
[Chorus]
Jesus is the Righteous King,
He reigns in truth, His praises we sing.
Wisdom flows from Him alone,
In Christ alone we boast.
[Verse 6]
Better to dwell in a corner of a roof than in a house shared with a contentious woman.
Like cold water to a weary soul is good news from a distant land.
Like a muddied spring or a polluted well is a righteous person who yields before the wicked.
To eat too much honey is not good, nor is it honorable to seek one’s own glory.
Like a city breached, without walls, is a person who lacks self-control.
[Bridge – Repeat Before Ending]
Christ is the Living Word,
Pure and true, His voice we hear.
He speaks with grace, He speaks with fire,
Jesus redeemed us from the mire.
[Final Chorus]
Jesus is the Righteous King,
He reigns in truth, His praises we sing.
Wisdom flows from Him alone,
In Christ alone we boast.
Jesus is the Righteous King,
He reigns in truth, His praises we sing.
Wisdom flows from Him alone,
In Christ alone we boast.