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Reckless Love

By Israel Houghton

1,745 views Jul 5, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Israel Houghton's rendition of 'Reckless Love' celebrates the relentless, pursuing love of God that never gives up. The song emphasizes that God's love is not earned or deserved, but freely given, chasing after believers even when they are lost or far from Him. Drawing from the parable of the lost sheep, it portrays a God who leaves the ninety-nine to find the one. The lyrics express gratitude for God's goodness and kindness, highlighting that His love overcomes every obstacle. It is a worshipful declaration of God's faithful, overwhelming love.

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Before I spoke a word, You were singing over me

You've been so, so good to me

Before I took a breath, You breathed Your life in me

You've been so, so kind to me


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, I don't deserve it, still, You give Yourself away

Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God


When I was Your foe, still Your love fought for me

You've been so, so good to me

When I felt no worth, You paid it all for me

You've been so, so kind to me


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, I don't deserve it, still, You give Yourself away

Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God


You keep chasing me down


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


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


I thank You, Lord

I thank You, Lord

I thank You, Lord

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