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Inheritance
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Jul 31, 2026 updated
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Matt Maher's song 'Inheritance' reflects on the profound spiritual legacy believers receive through Christ's sacrifice. The lyrics trace God's love from creation, through Jesus' death on the cross, to the gift of the Holy Spirit. Maher emphasizes that this inheritance is undeserved and freely given, prompting a response of gratitude. The song connects the finished work of Christ on the cross to the believer's present experience of the Spirit and future hope. It echoes themes from Ephesians 1 and Romans 8, celebrating the believer's secure position in God's family.
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Right from the very start
You had me in your heart
Nothing but dust and yet
You gave me life and breath
Loved me before I knew
For nothing that I could do
You wrapped your word in flesh
What an inheritance
You don�??t withhold a thing
You were the offering
I don�??t deserve it
It doesn�??t make sense
What an inheritance
There on a lonely hill
Ten thousand debts fulfilled
Heard in Your final breath
Last will and testament
Father Your work is done
Now let Your Kingdom come
Death has been laid to rest
What an inheritance
'Cause you don�??t withhold a thing
You were the offering
I don�??t deserve it
It doesn�??t make sense
What an inheritance
What an inheritance
Spirit of life and truth
Filling the upper room
Beating within my chest
What an inheritance
Counsel and closest friend
What an inheritance
You don�??t withhold a thing
You were the offering
I don�??t deserve it
It doesn�??t make sense
What an inheritance
Freely You give to me
Freely I will receive
I don�??t deserve it
It doesn�??t make sense
What an inheritance
What an inheritance
What an inheritance
You�??re my inheritance
Last will and testament
And everything you�??ve done
And everything you�??ll do
I just wanna sing
I just wanna say thank you
For everything you�??ve done
And for everything you�??ll do
I just wanna sing
I just wanna say thank you
You�??re my inheritance