The Servant King (With Lyrics)

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The Servant King (From Heaven You Came) - Graham Kendrick's profound 1983 hymn of Christ's humility. Based on Philippians 2, this modern classic redefined worship through servant leadership.

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📖 ABOUT THIS HYMN
Written in 1983 by Graham Kendrick, "The Servant King" revolutionized contemporary worship by focusing on Christ's servanthood rather than triumphalism. Based on Philippians 2:5-11, this hymn challenges believers to follow Christ's example of humble service, making it a cornerstone of modern Christian worship.

🎵 HYMN DETAILS
Composer: Graham Kendrick (1983)
Also Known As: "From Heaven You Came and Helpless Babe"
Copyright: © 1983 Thankyou Music
Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, John 13
Theme: Servanthood, humility, incarnation
Style: Contemporary hymn

📜 COPYRIGHT NOTICE
© 1983 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing). All rights reserved. Churches require CCLI licensing for use.

⛪ THEOLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE
This hymn presents the radical nature of the incarnation - the King of Heaven becoming a servant. Each verse traces Christ's journey from glory to humility to the cross, challenging worshippers to embrace the same servant heart. The refrain "This is our God, the Servant King" redefines divine power through service.

🎼 WORSHIP IMPACT
Kendrick's hymn marked a shift in 1980s worship from triumphalist themes to servant leadership, influencing a generation to understand worship as service. Its message particularly resonates during foot-washing services, Maundy Thursday, and communion.

🎵 WORSHIP CONTEXT
Ideal for:
Maundy Thursday
Foot-washing services
Communion/Eucharist
Holy Week
Ordination services
Mission commissioning
Servant leadership emphasis

📚 ABOUT GRAHAM KENDRICK
British worship leader Graham Kendrick is often called the "father of modern worship music" in the UK. His songs combine theological depth with singable melodies, and his March for Jesus movement mobilized millions in public worship.

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English-speaking Anglican congregation in the Swiss Alps
Sunday Evening Service: 17:00-19:30
49 Grand Rue, 1660 Château-d'Oex, Switzerland

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