Behold the Lamb of God
Andrew Peterson · 2004
43 min · 12 tracks · contemporary Christian music
Lush arrangements weave through intimate storytelling, creating a richly spiritual landscape that invites reflection and worship.
Top tracks — play these first
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Labor of Love — This track poignantly narrates the challenges faced by Mary and Joseph, illustrating the weight of divine purpose with evocative imagery and a haunting melody.
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Behold the Lamb of God — The title track serves as a powerful culmination of the album's themes, articulating the essence of Christ's sacrifice in a poignant and accessible manner.
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Passover Us — This song draws parallels between Old Testament narratives and New Testament fulfillment, emphasizing redemption through its rich lyrical connections.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's narrative depth and rich arrangements create a compelling listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a narrative structure, with each track telling a part of the story leading to the birth of Christ.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional hymns and Christmas carols, blending them with original compositions.
- The arrangements include lush instrumentation, often layering strings and piano to create a rich soundscape.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflection
- heartfelt themes of faith
- suitable for quiet contemplation
- consistent flow with resolution
- ideal for seasonal gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy soundscapes
- seek standalone hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2004, Andrew Peterson released Behold the Lamb of God as his third studio album, following his previous work, Clear to Venus. This album marked a significant moment in his career as it solidified his reputation within contemporary Christian music, showcasing his growth as a songwriter and storyteller. It also laid the groundwork for future projects that would blend faith and artistry more deeply.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jason Gray· Bebo Norman· Sara Groves
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gather ’Round, Ye Children, Come 3:18
- 2 Passover Us 4:33
- 3 So Long, Moses 6:12
- 4 Deliver Us 3:49
- 5 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel 2:31
- 6 Matthew’s Begats 2:17
- 7 It Came to Pass 2:50
- 8 Labor of Love 4:32
- 9 The Holly and the Ivy 1:54
- 10 While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks 3:23
- 11 Behold the Lamb of God 4:02
- 12 The Theme of My Song (reprise) 4:21
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