Mark Trammell Quartet - Jesus Christ, My Rock Forever Lyrics
Lyrics
In this world of shifting seasons
Life may bring uncertain days
Oh, my hope, my perfect Refuge
He alone will never change
Jesus Christ, my Rock forever
All I need I find in Him
Jesus Christ, my Rock forever
Hallelujah, what a Friend
What a friend we have in Jesus
All our sins and griefs to bear
What a privilege to carry
Everything to God in bear
He provides when others fail me
He's my strength from day to day
In distress, He is my lighthouse
Shining out to guide my way
Jesus Christ, my Rock forever
All I need I find in Him
Jesus Christ, my Rock forever
Hallelujah, what a Friend
My hope is built on nothing less
Than Jesus' blood and righteousness
I dare not trust the sweetest frame
But wholly lean on Jesus' name
On Christ the solid rock I stand
All other ground is sinking sand
All other ground is sinking sand
Oh, Jesus Christ, my Rock forever
All I need I find in Him
Jesus Christ, my Rock forever
Hallelujah, what a Savior
Hallelujah, what a Friend
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Jesus Christ, My Rock Forever
Meaning & Inspiration
"Jesus Christ, My Rock Forever," released by the Mark Trammell Quartet on April 19, 2019, is a powerful testament to the enduring nature of faith in a world prone to change. The song immediately sets a tone of solace by acknowledging the inherent uncertainties of life, the "shifting seasons" and "uncertain days" that can leave us feeling adrift. It’s in this context that the central message emerges: the unshakeable foundation found in Jesus Christ. The lyrics declare Him as the "perfect Refuge," a stark contrast to the fleeting nature of earthly circumstances, echoing the sentiment found in Psalm 62:6, which states, "He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defense; I shall not be greatly moved." The repetitive and declarative chorus, "Jesus Christ, my Rock forever," isn't just a musical refrain; it's an affirmation of unwavering trust. This core theme is further illuminated by the profound declaration, "All I need I find in Him," underscoring the completeness of Christ's provision, a concept central to the Apostle Paul's writings, particularly in Philippians 4:19: "And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."
The song artfully transitions into the familiar hymnology of "What a friend we have in Jesus," weaving in the profound truth that Christ bears our burdens. The lyrics speak of Him as one who carries "all our sins and griefs," a direct allusion to passages like 1 Peter 2:24, "He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness." The privilege of "carrying everything to God in prayer" is presented not as a burden, but as a sacred opportunity, a principle reinforced by Jesus' own teaching in Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." The lyrical exploration of Christ as a constant provider, a source of strength "from day to day," and a guiding "lighthouse" during distress, resonates with the promise in Isaiah 41:10: "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
The song reaches a theological crescendo with the inclusion of lines reminiscent of the foundational hymn, "My hope is built on nothing less / Than Jesus' blood and righteousness." This potent imagery directly references the redemptive work of Christ, the ultimate sacrifice that provides the only true solid ground for salvation. The assertion, "I dare not trust the sweetest frame," speaks to the inadequacy of human efforts or worldly comforts when compared to the finished work of Christ, a sentiment echoed in Jeremiah 17:5: "Thus says the LORD: ‘Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart turns away from the LORD.’" The powerful conclusion, "On Christ the solid rock I stand / All other ground is sinking sand," is a direct parallel to Matthew 7:24-27, where Jesus contrasts those who build their lives on His teachings with those who build on sand, highlighting the inevitable collapse of any foundation not rooted in Him. The final refrains, shifting from "Savior" to "Friend," beautifully encapsulate the multifaceted relationship believers have with Christ – He is both the one who redeems us and the constant companion who walks with us through every season of life. "Jesus Christ, My Rock Forever" is more than a song; it's a profound theological statement set to music, offering a message of unwavering hope and unshakeable security in Christ alone.