Before the world was set in place
Before the stars began to blaze
The Word was there, the Light divine
Through Him all things were made to shine
The fullness dwells, the power remains
In Christ alone, the highest name
All things were made, all things restored
Through Him, our Savior, Christ the Lord
Oh, Christ above, Christ alone
The solid rock, the cornerstone
No power stands, no darkness stays
For He has conquered, He has saved
Once bound in sin, once lost in night
Now raised with Him in glorious light
The record torn, the chains undone
The victory sealed, the grave is gone
So set your heart on things above
Where Christ is seated, crowned in love
Not of this world, not of its ways
But clothed in mercy, grace, and praise
Oh, Christ above, Christ alone
The solid rock, the cornerstone
No power stands, no darkness stays
For He has conquered, He has saved
Put off the old, put on the new
Let love be strong in all you do
Forgive, embrace, in kindness stay
Let peace of Christ rule in your way
Sing with joy, with thankful hearts
For in His name, His grace imparts
Whatever comes, whatever fades
Let all be done to give Him praise
Oh, Christ above, Christ within
The hope of glory, life begins
No longer I, but Christ in me
The risen King, my victory
Hidden now in Christ so strong
Seated where we all belong
No fear remains, His love won't cease
Our lives are bound in perfect peace