John Groves' rendition of “In Christ Alone” is a beautiful cover that emphasizes that this message is just as relevant today as it was in 2000, when the song was originally released by Stuart Townend and Keith Getty.
The song begins with a bold declaration of trust: “In Christ alone my hope is found, He is my light, my strength, my song.” Well-known words that many will sing during their church services, but where do these words originate when you sing? From the mind, or truly from the heart? The heart houses such a firm trust that when our world is shaking, it is Christ who remains the solid ground beneath our feet. “This Cornerstone, this solid Ground, // Firm through the fiercest drought and storm,” because His love is the anchor that holds us firm, no matter what comes on our path.
The song highlights the ultimate sacrifice that Christ made for each one of us. “In Christ alone! — who took on flesh // Fullness of God in helpless babe,” reminding us of what we have been celebrating during this time of the year… The beginning of His journey here on earth, and the humility of God’s love, even when His love was met with rejection. “Till on that cross as Jesus died // The wrath of God was satisfied,” and with love He paid the price for our sins so that we may be free.
But His story didn’t end at the cross. The song continues to celebrate Christ’s resurrection by crying out, “Then bursting forth in glorious day // Up from the grave He rose again!” It is this triumph that continues in our lives, giving us the hope that the curse of sin no longer holds power over us. Through Christ we are saved, “For every sin on Him was laid.” And in His risen life, we find our own.
May this song also be your praise for the freedom that Christ has given you: “No guilt in life, no fear in death // This is the power of Christ in me.” And, “No power of hell, no scheme of man // Can ever pluck me from His hand.” May this song inspire you to stand firm until you are called home: “Here in the power of Christ I’ll stand.”
(Related scripture: Psalm 62:2; John 14:6; 1 Corinthians 15:56-57)
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