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In Christ alone


"In Christ alone" is a Christian worship song originally written by Keith Getty and Stuart Townend in 2001. The song has been performed by various artists, including Adrienne Liesching, Geoff Moore & The Distance. The song's original key is C major. It has become a popular modern hymn, loved for its powerful lyrics and melodic tune. The song highlights the centrality of Christ's sacrifice and the hope that believers find in Him. It has been widely sung in churches and has resonated with audiences worldwide.

In Christ alone - Adrienne Liesching , Geoff Moore E The Distance

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In Christ alone my hope is found
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He is my light , my strength , my song
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This Cornerstone , this solid ground
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Firm through the fiercest drought and storm
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What heights of love , what depths of peace
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When fears are stilled , when strivings cease
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My Comforter , my All in All
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Here in the love of Christ I stand

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In Christ alone , who took on flesh
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Fullness of God in helpless babe
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This gift of love and righteousness
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Scorned by the ones He came to save
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'Til on that cross as Jesus died
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The wrath of God was satisfied
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For every sin on Him was laid
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Here in the death of Christ I live

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There in the ground His body lay
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Light of the world by darkness slain
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Then bursting forth in glorious Day
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Up from the grave He rose again
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And as He stands in victory
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Sin's curse has lost its grip on me
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For I am His and He is mine
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Bought with the precious blood of Christ

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No guilt in life , no fear in death
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This is the power of Christ in me
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From life's first cry to final breath
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Jesus commands my destiny
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No power of hell , no scheme of man
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Can ever pluck me from His hand
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Till He returns or calls me home
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Here in the power of Christ I'll stand