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No Greater love

By Steven Curtis Chapman

1,553 views Jul 11, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Steven Curtis Chapman's song reflects on the sacrificial love of missionaries who gave their lives to share the gospel. It draws a parallel between their willingness to die so others might live and God's love in sending His Son. The lyrics ask what motivates such courage and joy amid suffering, pointing to a love that surpasses all understanding. The song references the ultimate example of love in Christ's sacrifice, echoing John 15:13. It is a tribute to those who have laid down their lives for the sake of others, celebrating the eternal impact of their devotion.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

Men of courage with your message of peace

What is that look in your eyes?

Why have you come to this faraway place?

What is this story you would lay down your live to tell?

What kind of love can this be?


There is no greater love than this

There is no greater gift that can ever be given

To be willing to die so another might live

There is no greater love than this


Broken hearted from all you have lost

How can you sing through your tears?

What is this music that can bear such a cost?

What is this fire that grows stronger against the wind?

What kind of flame can this be?


There is no greater love than this

There is no greater gift that can ever be given

To be willing to die so another might live

There is no greater love than this


This is the love God showed the world

When he gave us His Son

So we can know his love forever

Beyond the Gates of Splendor


There is no greater love than this

There is no greater gift that can ever be given

To be willing to die so another might live

There is no greater love than this

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