Gifted worship artist Phil Wickham once again captures the beauty and wonder of the Christmas story with his heartfelt song titled “Manger Throne.”
This powerful and deeply spiritual track paints a vivid picture of the humble birth of Jesus — the King of Kings who chose a lowly manger as His throne. Through Phil’s emotional vocals and poetic songwriting, “Manger Throne” reminds listeners that true greatness is found in humility, and that God’s glory shines brightest in the most unexpected places.
Every lyric overflows with reverence and awe, drawing the listener into a moment of worship and reflection. The gentle instrumentation and soulful melody perfectly complement the song’s message, making it both comforting and inspiring.
If you’re seeking a worship song that beautifully blends Christmas wonder with timeless truth, “Manger Throne” by Phil Wickham is one you’ll want on repeat this season.
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Lyrics: Phil Wickham – Manger Throne
Verse 1
You could have stepped into creation
With fire for all to see
Brought every tribe and nation to their knees
Arriving with the host of heaven
In royal robe and crown
The rulers of the earth all bowing down
Pre Chorus 1
But You chose meekness over majesty
Wrapped Your power in humanity
Glory be to You alone
King who reigns from a manger throne
My life my praise everything I own
To Jesus the King on a manger throne
Verse 2
You could have marched in all Your glory
Into the heart of rome
Showed them splendor like they’d never known
But You wrote a better story
In humble Bethlehem
Creator in the arms of common men
Pre Chorus 2
You will die for our redemption
And You’ll rise so we can live
Chorus
Glory be to You alone
King who reigns from a manger throne
My life my praise everything I own
To Jesus the King on a manger throne
Bridge
From heaven to the cradle
From cradle to the cross
Let heaven and nature sing
This is our King
But the grave couldn’t hold Him
Our God has overcome
Let Heaven and nature sing
This is our King
Refrain
All hail the King
All hail the King
All hail the King
Chorus
Glory be to You alone
King who reigns from a manger throne
My life my praise everything I own
To Jesus the King on a manger throne
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My life my praise everything I own
To Jesus the King on a manger throne
