Hillsong Worship - This I Believe (The Creed) Lyrics

Lyrics

Our Father everlasting

The all creating One

God Almighty

Through Your Holy Spirit

Conceiving Christ the Son

Jesus our Saviour

CHORUS

I believe in God our Father

I believe in Christ the Son

I believe in the Holy Spirit

Our God is three in One

I believe in the resurrection

That we will rise again

For I believe

In the Name of Jesus

VERSE 2

Our Judge and our Defender

Suffered and crucified

Forgiveness is in You

Descended into darkness

You rose in glorious life

Forever seated high

BRIDGE

I believe in You

I believe You rose again

I believe that Jesus Christ is Lord

CHORUS 2:

I believe in life eternal

I believe in the virgin birth

I believe in the saints’ communion

And in Your holy Church

I believe in the resurrection

When Jesus comes again

For I believe in the Name of Jesus

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This I Believe (The Creed) - Hillsong Worship

Meaning & Inspiration

Hillsong Worship’s "This I Believe (The Creed)," released on August 12, 2016, as part of the *Hillsong: Let Hope Rise (Live/Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)* album, stands as a profound declaration of foundational Christian truths. This song is not merely a collection of worship lyrics; it is a contemporary affirmation of the core doctrines that have united believers for centuries, echoing the spirit of ancient creeds like the Apostles' and Nicene Creeds. It serves as a powerful reminder and public testimony of the unchanging beliefs central to the Christian faith, structured to be easily embraced and proclaimed by a global community. The song meticulously articulates the essence of what Christians believe, guiding hearts to a deeper understanding and unwavering conviction.

At its heart, the song champions the mystery of the Holy Trinity, declaring, "I believe in God our Father / I believe in Christ the Son / I believe in the Holy Spirit / Our God is three in One." This profound truth, woven throughout Scripture, finds its roots from the very beginning, as seen in Genesis 1:1-2 where God creates and the Spirit hovers, and is explicitly commanded in Jesus’ Great Commission in Matthew 28:19 to baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It affirms that the one true God exists eternally as three distinct persons, co-equal and co-eternal, yet unified in divine essence and purpose. This central tenet establishes the divine authority and intimate nature of God with humanity.

The narrative of salvation through Christ is beautifully unfolded, commencing with the miraculous virgin birth—"Through Your Holy Spirit / Conceiving Christ the Son / Jesus our Saviour." This echoes Isaiah 7:14 and Luke 1:35, affirming Jesus' unique divine origin. The song progresses to acknowledge Christ’s suffering and crucifixion, stating, "Our Judge and our Defender / Suffered and crucified / Forgiveness is in You," which powerfully aligns with John 3:16 and Romans 5:8, highlighting God’s immense love demonstrated in sending Christ to die for humanity's sins, offering redemption and reconciliation. Furthermore, it asserts the triumph over death: "Descended into darkness / You rose in glorious life / Forever seated high," a direct reference to 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 and Hebrews 1:3, proclaiming Jesus’ resurrection and ascension to the right hand of God, where He reigns with all authority.

Beyond Christ’s historical acts, the song extends its declaration to the future hope of believers and the ongoing work of God’s kingdom. It boldly states, "I believe in the resurrection / That we will rise again," a powerful echo of 1 Corinthians 15:20-22, promising a future bodily resurrection for all who believe in Christ. This conviction is coupled with "I believe in life eternal," as promised in John 3:16, emphasizing the lasting communion believers have with God. The song also embraces the communal aspect of faith, affirming, "I believe in the saints’ communion / And in Your holy Church," reflecting the biblical truth found in Ephesians 2:19-22, where believers are depicted as fellow citizens with God's people and members of His household, built together as a dwelling place for God by the Spirit. Finally, the hope of Christ's return is clearly articulated: "When Jesus comes again," aligning with 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 and Revelation 22:12, anticipating the glorious second advent of our Lord.

Throughout this declaration, a resounding theme emerges: "For I believe / In the Name of Jesus." This recurring phrase underscores the ultimate authority and power inherent in Christ’s name. Philippians 2:9-11 states that God has highly exalted Jesus and given Him the name above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow. Acts 4:12 further proclaims that there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among mankind by which we must be saved. "This I Believe (The Creed)" acts as a communal affirmation, strengthening the faith of those who sing it, drawing them into a deeper understanding of fundamental Christian tenets, and ultimately encouraging a life lived in the light of these timeless truths. It is a unifying anthem that calls believers to confidently declare their faith in the triune God and the saving work of Jesus Christ.