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That's Why I Love You
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Aug 18, 2026 updated
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Israel Houghton's song 'That's Why I Love You' is a worship anthem expressing gratitude and love for God. The lyrics celebrate how God made a way, gave hope and a future, and called the singer out of darkness. The central theme is that our love for God is a response to His love for us, as the chorus echoes 'You first loved me.' The song emphasizes transformation and a life dedicated to worship, with a joyful and thankful tone.
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Hallelujah, what a mighty God
You made a way for me
You made a way for me
No one like You
Wonderful You are
You freely gave to me
You freely gave me a
Hope and a future
Now I live to worship You
That's why I love You
Because You first loved me
Yeah, You first loved me
Thank You Jesus
My whole life has changed
You laid it down for me
You laid it down for me
Out of darkness
Called me by my name
You shined Your light on me
You shined Your light of
Hope and a future
Now I live to worship You
You gave me a hope
You gave me a future
I love You
'Cause You first loved me