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Empty and Beautiful
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Aug 26, 2026 updated
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Matt Maher's song 'Empty and Beautiful' reflects on personal struggle and redemption, acknowledging past failures and the haunting nature of sin. The lyrics speak of a fight between who one is and who one used to be, yet find grace in the thorn, referencing Christ's sacrifice. The song expresses gratitude for Jesus pursuing and keeping faith, even when friends abandon, drawing a parallel to Christ's own abandonment. It culminates in a surrender, pouring oneself out as an offering, described as empty and beautiful. The overall message is one of hope and trust in God's sustaining grace through trials.
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My past won't stop haunting me
In this prison there's a fight between
Who I am and who I used to be
This thorn in my side is a grace
For because of it the flesh and blood of God
Was offered in my place, my place
You fought the fight in me
You chased me down and finished the race
I was blind but now I see
Jesus You kept the faith in me
Where did my best friends go?
In my defense they disappeared
Just like Your friends did to You, oh Lord
But You were there, You gave me strength
So this little one might come to know
The glory of Your name, Your name
You fought the fight in me
You chased me down and finished the race
I was blind but now I see
Jesus You kept the faith in me
Awaiting, set apart like incense to Your heart
A libation I'm pouring out
Empty and beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
You fought the fight in me
You chased me down and finished the race
I was blind but now I see
Jesus You kept the faith in me
You fought the fight in me
You chased me down and finished the race
I was blind but now I see
Jesus You kept the faith in me
Jesus You kept the faith in me
Savior, You kept the faith in me