Worship Set 4 - "In Christ Alone"

Known as modern day hymn writers, Keith Getty and Stuart Townend have co-written many great songs for the church.  But perhaps the most well-known modern hymn of our day is “In Christ Alone.” 

​Written in 2001, this song has made its way around the world and into churches small and large.  It has been covered by many contemporary Christian music artists and sung in both a modern and liturgical setting.  This is a song that has crossed denominational boundaries and has stood the test of time, gradually making its way out of pop music and into timeless. 
 
Why?  Because “In Christ Alone” really lays out the basics of our faith.  It tells both a story and a bold statement through its four stanzas.  The message is central of our faith and the words our powerful.  Therefore, “In Christ Alone” has become a favorite for many including myself.  So if you haven’t heard this song before, you’re in for a treat.  Here’s “In Christ Alone” by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend.

"In Christ Alone"
by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend

In Christ alone my hope is found
He is my light, my strength, my song
This cornerstone, this solid ground
Firm through the fiercest drought and storm
What heights of love, what depths of peace
When fears are stilled, when strivings cease
My comforter, my all in all
Here in the love of Christ I stand
In Christ alone, Who took on flesh
Fullness of God in helpless babe
This gift of love and righteousness
Scorned by the ones He came to save
'Til on that cross as Jesus died
The wrath of God was satisfied
For every sin on Him was laid
Here in the death of Christ I live
There in the ground His body lay
Light of the world by darkness slain
Then bursting forth in glorious day
Up from the grave He rose again
And as He stands in victory
Sin's curse has lost its grip on me
For I am His and He is mine
Bought with the precious blood of Christ
No guilt in life, no fear in death
This is the pow'r of Christ in me
From life's first cry to final breath
Jesus commands my destiny
No pow'r of hell, no scheme of man
Can ever pluck me from His hand
'Til He returns or calls me home
Here in the pow'r of Christ I'll stand
No pow'r of hell, no scheme of man
Can ever pluck me from His hand
'Til He returns or calls me home
Here in the pow'r of Christ I'll stand