Nicole C. Mullen - Power In The Blood Lyrics
Lyrics
Would you be free from the burden of sin?
There's power in the blood, power in the blood;
Would you o'er evil a victory win?
There's power in the blood, power in the blood;
There is power, power, wonder working power
In the blood of the Lamb;
There is power, power, wonder working power
In the precious blood of the Lamb.
Would you do service for Jesus your King?
There's power in the blood, power in the blood;
Would you live daily His praises to sing?
There's power in the blood, power in the blood;
There is power, power, wonder working power
In the blood of the Lamb;
There is power, power, wonder working power
In the precious blood of the Lamb.
Power, Salvation, Healing the Nations,
Power in the Blood
Power, Forgiveness, healing, deliverance
Power in the Blood.
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Meaning & Inspiration
Nicole C. Mullen’s rendition of "Power In The Blood," released on October 8, 2013, as part of her album *Crown Him Hymns Old and New*, is a vibrant testament to a foundational truth of Christian faith. While the original hymn by Lewis E. Jones has echoed through churches for generations, Mullen’s interpretation breathes contemporary life into its timeless message, focusing intensely on the profound, salvific efficacy of Jesus Christ's sacrifice. This song is not merely a melodic piece; it serves as a powerful theological declaration, inviting reflection on the redemptive work accomplished through the shedding of innocent blood, a concept central to the New Covenant.
The song immediately poses crucial questions to the human condition, asking, "Would you be free from the burden of sin?" and "Would you o'er evil a victory win?" These lines directly address the universal struggle with sin and the desire for liberation, setting the stage for the resounding answer found in the chorus. Scripture consistently affirms the crippling reality of sin, as Romans 3:23 declares that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." Yet, it also offers the profound hope of freedom. The blood of Jesus is not a mere symbol; it is the divine agent of purification and triumph. As 1 John 1:7 powerfully states, "if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin." Furthermore, the victory over evil, whether internal temptations or external spiritual battles, is unequivocally attributed to this sacrifice, echoing Revelation 12:11 where believers overcome "by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony."
The chorus, a pulsating affirmation, declares, "There is power, power, wonder working power In the blood of the Lamb; There is power, power, wonder working power In the precious blood of the Lamb." This repeated emphasis on "wonder working power" underscores that the blood does not just cover sin but actively transforms and enables. Hebrews 9:14 speaks to this transformative capability, asking, "how much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without spot to God, cleanse your conscience from dead works to serve the living God?" It signifies a radical internal cleansing that impacts one’s ability to live righteously and serve God. This power grants redemption and the forgiveness of sins, as Ephesians 1:7 confirms, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace."
Transitioning from personal liberation, the second verse extends the call to purpose: "Would you do service for Jesus your King? Would you live daily His praises to sing?" This prompts contemplation on the believer's response to such profound deliverance. Once freed from the dominion of sin, the natural outpouring of gratitude and renewed life is service and worship. Colossians 3:23-24 encourages, "And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men... for you serve the Lord Christ." Similarly, 1 Peter 2:9 reminds us of our identity and mission: "But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light." The blood that cleanses also empowers us for a life of intentional service and continuous adoration.
The bridge further amplifies the comprehensive scope of this power: "Power, Salvation, Healing the Nations, Power in the Blood Power, Forgiveness, healing, deliverance Power in the Blood." This section is a concise theological summary, broadening the impact of Christ's blood to encompass a myriad of blessings. Salvation, the ultimate rescue from spiritual death, is granted through His blood (Romans 5:9). Forgiveness, the cancellation of our debt, is a direct result of His sacrifice (Matthew 26:28). Deliverance from spiritual bondage and the power of darkness is secured through this redemption (Colossians 1:13-14). While the hymn primarily speaks of spiritual healing, the broader concept of healing also finds its roots in Christ's atoning work, prophetically declared in Isaiah 53:5, "by His stripes we are healed." The vision of "Healing the Nations" is a majestic declaration, anticipating the ultimate reconciliation and restoration of all creation through Christ, a vision found in Revelation 5:9, where people from "every tribe and tongue and people and nation" are redeemed by His blood. Nicole C. Mullen’s arrangement of "Power In The Blood" thus becomes more than just a song; it is a profound declaration of Christ's finished work, an invitation to experience His transformative might, and a reminder of the boundless hope available to all who believe in the wonder-working power of His precious blood.