Ash to ash, dust to dust, we live and die
But in the Son, in the Son, we are alive
All for one, all for one
From every tongue and tribe
In Jesus crucified
‘Cause Jesus is alive
Now, once, and for all time
We are one, we are all for One
All for Jesus, Jesus, once for all
To the glory of the One True God
King of kings, Lord of lords
‘Til Kingdom Come
In the end, in the end, God
All in all
He will be everything
Everything to everyone
When death is fin’lly done
And victory is won
Once, and for all of us
We won’t be moved, we’re standing tall
Once of the dust now of the Son
All life and death and what’s to come
Belong to Christ and Christ to God
So here we stand, hands lifted high
The very hands and feet of Christ
No holding back, no wasting time
We’ll live for love, for…
Song Meaning
The song acknowledges human mortality but celebrates new life and unity in the Son across peoples.
Biblical Message
1 Corinthians 15:22 speaks of life in Christ; Revelation 7:9 pictures people of every tribe and language.
Reflection
Let shared life in Christ overcome division.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “Ash to ash dust to dust”?
The song acknowledges human mortality but celebrates new life and unity in the Son across peoples.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
1 Corinthians 15:22 speaks of life in Christ; Revelation 7:9 pictures people of every tribe and language.
When can this song be used in worship?
Use it for Easter or unity worship.