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"May They Be Redeemed" by Folk Hymnal: Reflecting on the Gospel’s Truth


"May They Be Redeemed" is a retelling of the 'bigger' Christian story and challenges us to really think about this message and what it means to us. From the creation—"All had been made perfectly"—to the fall of mankind at the tree where "cons and lies" took hold, the song captures both the beauty of creation and the brokenness of our present world. The song then moves to Christ's redemptive gift to us—"God came to the tragedy, a ransom for the unjust"—and concludes with the hope we all may have in His return, the time when "pain and death will no longer reign." 

Folk Hymnal - May They Be RedeemedThe song challenges and makes you ask yourself the question, "is this my story? Is it really true?" The song is inspired by Frederick Buechner's description of the gospel as a "fairy tale that claims to be true," and we see this in the lyrics as gentle nudges to reflect and decide: "Let this story ring true, let it sing for me and you," followed by a recurring plea, "May they be redeemed." 

May this song spark introspection and help you find answers to questions about life's meaning and your place in God's story. Does this story ring true? If so, then "let it sing for me and you."

(Related scripture: Genesis 1:31; Romans 5:8; Revelation 21:4)

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