Legacy Five - Blood Covers It All Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
For so many years I was lost as could be
Convinced there was no way I'd ever be free
Till I laid my sins on an altar of prayer
Calvary covered them right then and there
Chorus
The blood covers it all, the blood covers it all
It's so good to know that forgiveness still flows for the blood covers it all
The things I regret, what I could not forget, He chooses not to recall
I'll never again be condemned by my sin for the blood covers it all
Verse 2
No matter the trials that I have to face
No snare of the devil is greater than grace
From high on Golgotha where Christ paid the cost
His mercy still streams down that old rugged cross
Chorus
Tag
I'll never again be condemned by my sin
I'll never again be condemned by my sin
I'll never again be condemned by my sin for the blood covers it all
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Legacy Five The Blood Covers It All
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on August 29, 2006, as part of their "Live In Music City (Live)" album, Legacy Five’s "Blood Covers It All" is far more than just a musical performance; it is a profound declaration of the Christian faith's central truth. From the very first notes, this song immediately immerses the spirit in the transformative power of divine grace, resonating with anyone who has grappled with personal failings and the longing for peace. It serves as a spiritual anchor, powerfully articulating the liberation found only in the atoning work of Jesus Christ.
The narrative begins by painting a vivid picture of a soul adrift, entangled in self-condemnation and despair, convinced there was no path to freedom. This deep sense of being "lost as could be" and the conviction of inescapable bondage is a shared human experience, often preceding a pivotal encounter with grace. The turning point arrives with the simple, yet profound, act of laying sins on an "altar of prayer," a symbolic moment of surrender and repentance. At this critical juncture, the song proclaims, "Calvary covered them right then and there," instantly connecting personal brokenness with the historical sacrifice of Christ. This immediate and complete covering speaks to the efficacy and finality of Jesus' atonement, a truth beautifully captured in Hebrews 9:22, which states that "without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness."
The heart of the message, however, beats strongest in the chorus: "The blood covers it all, the blood covers it all." This isn't merely a statement; it's an exultant realization of complete redemption. The assurance that "forgiveness still flows" underscores God's unending mercy and the accessibility of grace, echoing Lamentations 3:22-23, which reminds us that the Lord's mercies "are new every morning." Perhaps one of the most comforting declarations is that the "things I regret, what I could not forget, He chooses not to recall." This powerful promise of divine forgetfulness of sin is rooted deeply in Scripture, notably Isaiah 43:25, where God declares, "I, even I, am he who blots out your transgressions, for my own sake, and remembers your sins no more," and Jeremiah 31:34, affirming the new covenant where God will "forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more." This divine act of forgetting offers profound release from guilt and shame, empowering the believer with the definitive truth: "I'll never again be condemned by my sin for the blood covers it all," a direct echo of Romans 8:1, "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus."
Moving beyond the initial conversion, the song addresses the ongoing realities of faith in a fallen world. "No matter the trials that I have to face," the second verse declares, confronting life's inevitable difficulties head-on. It then delivers a resounding truth: "No snare of the devil is greater than grace." This affirmation speaks to the omnipotence of God's grace, always sufficient and always triumphant over temptation and adversity, a truth affirmed in 2 Corinthians 12:9 where the Lord tells Paul, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." The lyrics then return to the source of this power, stating, "From high on Golgotha where Christ paid the cost, His mercy still streams down that old rugged cross." This imagery powerfully conveys that the cross is not merely a past event but an ever-present fount of mercy, continuously flowing into the lives of believers, much like the "throne of grace" described in Hebrews 4:16, to which we can "approach with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." The repeated affirmation in the tag, "I'll never again be condemned by my sin," solidifies the enduring victory over guilt and the legalistic demands of sin, grounding the believer firmly in their reconciled standing with God through Christ's sacrifice.
"Blood Covers It All" functions as a comprehensive theological statement, masterfully presenting the journey from spiritual bondage to absolute freedom through Christ's atoning blood. It doesn't shy away from the reality of sin and regret, but immediately pivots to the overwhelming generosity of God's grace. The song's enduring power lies in its unflinching focus on the finished work of the cross—a work so complete that it erases the past, empowers the present, and secures the future. It serves as a profound encouragement for those wrestling with past mistakes, a firm reminder of the unyielding nature of God's love, and a triumphant anthem for every soul redeemed by the precious blood of Jesus. It is a timeless testament to the foundational truth of the Christian faith, making it a compelling listen for anyone seeking assurance and renewal in their spiritual journey.