You’re the word of God the Father,
From before the world began;
Every star and every planet
Has been fashioned by Your hand.
All creation holds together
By the power of Your voice:
Let the skies declare Your glory,
Let the land and seas rejoice!
You’re the Author of creation,
You’re the Lord of every man;
And Your cry of love rings out
Across the lands.
Yet You left the gaze of angels,
Came to seek and save the lost,
And exchanged the joy of heaven
For the anguish of a cross.
With a prayer You fed the hungry,
With a word You stilled the sea;
Yet how silently You suffered
That the guilty may go free.
With a shout You rose victorious,
Wresting victory from the grave,
And ascended into heaven
Leading captives in Your wake.
Now You stand before the Father
Interceding for Your own.
From each tribe and tongue and nation
You are leading sinners home.
Song Meaning
The hymn traces Christ from creation through incarnation, death, resurrection, and reigning intercession, then calls the nations to praise Him.
Biblical Message
John 1:1–14 speaks of the Word who became flesh; Colossians 1:16–20 connects Christ with creation and reconciliation; Hebrews 7:25 describes His intercession.
Reflection
The sweeping story places present worship within Christ’s whole saving work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “Across the Lands”?
The hymn traces Christ from creation through incarnation, death, resurrection, and reigning intercession, then calls the nations to praise Him.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
John 1:1–14 speaks of the Word who became flesh; Colossians 1:16–20 connects Christ with creation and reconciliation; Hebrews 7:25 describes His intercession.
When can this song be used in worship?
A Christ-centered congregational service or mission gathering.