Lyrics
There is a story that echoes through the ages
There is a mercy from One who died to save us
The cross of Jesus, the Lamb forever
There is a chorus that fills the halls of heaven
It is the anthem of all who've been forgiven
The praise of Jesus, our King forever
There's One, just One Name over all names
One, just One walked out of that grave
There's One, only One light in the darkness
Only One worthy
There is a Kingdom, whose King will be returning
There is a future, His Church will be proclaiming
This world for Jesus, who reigns forever
One body, one Spirit, one faith, one baptism
One God and Father who is our all in all
One cross was meant for us, one Son was sent to us
He paid our ransom but still He wasn't done
As one night turned to three , below Christ took the keys
Death now defeated, He rose to life again
One great redemption plan, one resurrection stands
The host of heaven before one throne
Jesus, You're worthy
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Meaning & Inspiration
One gathers core Christian confession around the uniqueness of Jesus. The verses move from the cross and mercy to forgiveness, resurrection, Christ’s return, and the church’s proclamation. Its repeated emphasis on one Name and one worthy Savior keeps these themes united: redemption rests on Jesus rather than on competing sources of hope. The empty grave stands at the center as the sign that death has been defeated.
The bridge draws directly on Paul’s description of one body, one Spirit, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father. That biblical language connects Christ’s singular saving work with the unity of his people. The song also looks forward to a returning King and a gathered host before one throne, reflecting New Testament hope without losing sight of the cross. By ending with the declaration that Jesus is worthy, One turns doctrinal summary into praise. Its message is both creedal and celebratory, tracing one redemption story from sacrifice to resurrection and final reign.
Related Scripture
- Ephesians 4:4-6 Paul names one body, Spirit, hope, Lord, faith, baptism, and God and Father.
- Acts 4:12 Peter declares that salvation is found in no other name than Jesus.
- Revelation 5:12-13 Heaven’s worship declares the slain Lamb worthy of honor and praise.