HOW CAN IT BE THAT GOD IS LOVE?
When blood rolls down upon our land
And fathers lose their only son
Where is the hope?
Oh God we pray for white ribbon day
How can it be that You could love?
When blood ran down that wooden cross
Your Father gave His only Son
You came for peace
You came to die for white ribbon day
How can it be that God is just?
When flesh is torn from young and old
And children run in bloody fields
Where is the hope?
Oh God we pray for white ribbon day
And we pray for peace
To flood our hearts again
Only God can save our nation now
And we long for joy to fill our streets again
Only God can save our nation now
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah for white ribbon day
And can it be that You are just
When flesh was torn for young and old?
And here we stand saved by Your blood
We’ll stand with courage
We’ll live and die for white ribbon day
Hallelujah, hallelujah,
Hallelujah for white ribbon day
Martin Smith
Song Meaning
“How Can It Be -White Ribbon Day” centres on lamenting violence and injustice while finding hope in the Son who came to make peace through the cross. Its repeated language turns doctrine into prayer and gives worshippers words for a faithful response to God.
Biblical Message
The song closely reflects Micah 4:3 and Colossians 1:20. These passages illuminate its central images and anchor its message in Scripture: God acts in grace, his people respond in faith, and hope rests in what he has promised.
Reflection
Use this song to pause, name the truth it declares, and consider the response it invites. It is especially fitting for peace services, remembrance events, or intercession for victims. Let its central confession become a personal prayer and a shared encouragement to the church.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “How Can It Be -White Ribbon Day” about?
It is about lamenting violence and injustice while finding hope in the Son who came to make peace through the cross.
Which Bible passages connect with this song?
Micah 4:3 and Colossians 1:20 provide especially clear connections to its message.
How can this song be used in worship?
It can support peace services, remembrance events, or intercession for victims, followed by Scripture reading, prayer, or quiet reflection.