2 Corinthians 5

Which worship songs are based on 2 Corinthians 5?

Scars in the Hands of Jesus — Ernie Haase & Signature Sound (2013) 2 Corinthians 5:1
The repeated description of a heavenly dwelling constructed by God rather than human beings closely reflects Paul's contrast between earthly habitation and an eternal heavenly dwelling of divine workmanship.
Children of the Earth — Josh Garrels (2009) 2 Corinthians 5:1-4
The description of physical bodies as temporary tents closely reflects Paul's metaphor of mortal embodiment as an earthly tent, contrasted with an enduring heavenly dwelling.
West Texas Wind — NEEDTOBREATHE (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:1-8
The bridge presents the earthly body and present home as temporary dwellings while anticipating a lasting home beyond mortal life. This closely resembles Paul's contrast between the present earthly dwelling and the heavenly home with the Lord.
Going Home — Josh Garrels (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:1-8
The song presents bodily death as a homecoming into Christ's presence, closely reflecting Paul's contrast between mortal earthly life and being at home with the Lord.
The Kingdom — Bethany Dillon (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:4
The chorus closely adapts Paul's description of mortality being consumed by life. The surrounding emphasis on waiting in bodily vulnerability reinforces this passage's context of longing for an immortal, heavenly dwelling.
Uncle Bobby — Flyleaf (2009) 2 Corinthians 5:4
The chorus closely adapts Paul's description of mortality being swallowed up by life. Its emphasis on bodily death and continuing life makes this passage a more precise source than the related victory language in 1 Corinthians 15:54.
Crazy People — Casting Crowns (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The description of believers as people who walk by faith closely echoes Paul's contrast between living by faith and living by sight.
Bloodline — 11th Hour (2012) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The opening verse closely adapts Paul's contrast between walking by faith and walking by sight, describing trust despite an inability to see what lies ahead.
Walk by Faith (live) — Jeremy Camp (2009) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The repeated chorus closely adapts Paul's contrast between living by faith and relying on sight. It turns that statement into a personal commitment to trust God despite an unseen destination.
What I've Got — Big Daddy Weave (2019) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The bridge explicitly adopts Paul's language of walking by faith, presenting trust in God as the principle governing one's steps.
The Healing — Blanca (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The refusal to live according to sight, framed by repeated declarations of belief, closely paraphrases Paul's contrast between walking by faith and walking by sight.
The Future Is Bright — Brandon Heath (2017) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The bridge presents faith as the believer’s means of perception before the promised future becomes visible, closely reworking Paul’s contrast between faith and sight.
Worth Fighting For — Brian Courtney Wilson (2015) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The second verse closely reproduces Paul's contrast between living by faith and relying on sight.
Live and Die in the Name — Hostyle Gospel (2007) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The final verse closely adapts Paul's contrast between walking by faith and walking by sight, presenting faith as the basis for moving forward despite visible circumstances.
Joseph — Jason Crabb (2010) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The contrast between Joseph following faith and following his feelings adapts Paul’s contrast between living by faith and relying on sight. The song applies that formulation to Joseph’s obedience amid uncertainty.
SAVE US — Tedashii (2023) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song explicitly contrasts faith with sight, closely paraphrasing Paul’s description of the Christian walk. Tedashii applies the verse to continuing forward despite grief and uncertainty.
uptown — Imrsqd (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The declaration of walking by faith without requiring visible or rational confirmation directly echoes Paul’s contrast between walking by faith and walking by sight.
All I Know — Childlike CiCi & TuKool Tiff & LANELL GRANT & Jackie Hill Perry (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song directly invokes Paul’s contrast between living by faith and relying on visible evidence.
New Name Written Down in Glory (feat. David Gentiles) — Charity Gayle & David Gentiles (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The pre-chorus directly adopts Paul's descriptions of walking by faith rather than sight and of anyone in Christ becoming a new creation whose former life has passed away.
Hey Man Say Man — 1K Phew (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The chorus directly uses Paul's contrast between living by faith and relying on visible circumstances.
Estamos de Pé - Ao Vivo — Marcus Salles (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The chorus directly adopts Paul’s contrast between living by faith and directing one’s life according to visible circumstances.
See Me Through It — Brandon Heath (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song contrasts trusting God before an outcome is visible with dependence on physical sight, closely paraphrasing Paul's description of living by faith rather than sight.
Thank You — Forrest Frank (2023) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The contrast between faith and physical sight closely restates Paul’s description of Christian life as being governed by faith rather than visible circumstances.
O God of Love — Jill Phillips (2012) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The third stanza directly reproduces Paul's contrast between living by faith and living by sight, applying it to the community's uncertain journey toward peace.
Trust In You — Karen Clark Sheard (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The chorus contrasts dependence on visible circumstances with continued belief and trust in God, closely paraphrasing Paul's contrast between walking by faith and walking by sight.
I'll Never Know — Tasha Layton (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The bridge adapts Paul's contrast between faith and visible perception, presenting trust in God as the way to live while understanding remains incomplete.
Greater Than It All — iEC Live (2017) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The fourth verse directly reproduces Paul’s contrast between living by faith and relying on visible circumstances.
By Faith — Keith & Kristyn Getty (2009) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The repeated closing statement reproduces Paul's contrast between living through faith and relying on visible evidence.
By Faith — Keith & Kristyn Getty & Sing! (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The refrain's central declaration reproduces Paul's contrast between living by faith versus by sight as the enduring posture for perseverance.
Say Amen — Brian Free & Assurance (2014) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The opening closely adapts Paul's description of believers living by faith rather than sight. The later acknowledgment of difficulty seeing the way forward reinforces this connection.
Hard Year — Brandon Lake (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song repeatedly contrasts present belief with future sight and frames perseverance as a journey sustained by faith, closely reflecting Paul’s description of living by faith rather than by sight.
Unpredictable — Francesca Battistelli (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The third verse contrasts faith with visible evidence, closely adapting Paul's distinction between living by faith and living by sight.
The Father's Heart - Live — Hillsong Worship (2010) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The prayer closely reproduces Paul's contrast between living by faith and relying on sight, applying it to perseverance amid suffering.
Do It Now (Agbanilagbatan) — Limoblaze & Joe L Barnes (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The declaration that one proceeds by faith rather than visible circumstances closely reproduces Paul’s statement in this verse.
RED FLAGS — indie tribe, nobigdyl., Jon Keith & Torey D'Shaun (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song reverses Paul’s contrast between faith and sight, portraying reliance on sight as spiritually unstable and dangerous.
Faith!? — Chris Renzema (2023) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The bridge directly adopts Paul's contrast between living by faith and relying on sight.
Your Name Will Be Praised — Laura Story (2011) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The declaration of walking through uncertainty by faith rather than sight directly reproduces Paul’s distinctive formulation, with a change in tense.
Whirlwind — Sam Purpose (2015) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The second verse reproduces Paul’s distinctive expression for conducting life through faith. The opening contrast between trusting God’s presence and being unable to perceive it supports the connection.
Fé - Ao Vivo — fhop music (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song contrasts walking according to faith with being governed by visible circumstances, closely reflecting Paul's formulation.
Lead Me On (Radio Version) — Chandler Moore (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The pre-chorus closely restates Paul’s contrast between living by faith and living by visible perception.
Estamos de Pé (Ao Vivo) — Marcus Salles (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The contrast between visible circumstances and faith as the basis for Christian conduct directly restates Paul’s teaching about the believer’s manner of walking.
Crazy Love — Hawk Nelson (2011) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song closely reproduces Paul’s description of living through faith rather than sight. Its surrounding references to unseen realities and temporary bodily existence also fit the context of 2 Corinthians 5.
Beulah Land — Casting Crowns (2015) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The anticipated transition from faith to sight closely adapts Paul's contrast between those two modes of living. The surrounding passage's discussion of a heavenly dwelling and being at home with the Lord reinforces the connection.
It Is Well With My Soul — Chris Rice (2007) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The anticipated transition from faith to sight adapts Paul's explicit contrast between living by faith and living by sight, projecting that contrast toward its future resolution.
Only Takes a Moment — Cory Asbury (2018) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The singer contrasts unresolved questions with relying on faith as his means of perception and direction, closely reworking Paul’s contrast between walking by faith and walking by sight.
SUNSHINE — Forrest Frank (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The second verse uses Paul's characteristic formulation for living by faith rather than relying on visible circumstances, though the following slang playfully adapts the wording.
Vai Amanhecer — Thiago Grulha (2012) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The commitment to living by faith, together with the contrast between one's path and what eyesight can reveal, closely adapts Paul's description of living by faith rather than sight.
One Way — Hillsong Kids (2009) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The bridge closely reproduces Paul’s contrast between faith and sight as the basis for Christian living.
By Faith — 7eventh Time Down (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The central refrain closely restates Paul’s contrast between living by faith and relying on visible circumstances. The repeated emphasis on continuing when the way cannot be seen reinforces this specific passage.
Turn It All Around - Live — Planetshakers (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The bridge explicitly contrasts visible circumstances with chosen faith, closely reflecting Paul’s distinction between living by faith and living by sight.
A Way to See in the Dark — Jason Gray (2011) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The opening verse closely adapts Paul's contrast between living by faith and living by sight. The song develops this contrast through deliberate reliance on God rather than visible certainty, though Paul's verse concerns the believer's walk rather than the means of salvation.
Take Another Step — Steven Curtis Chapman (2013) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song directly reproduces Paul's contrast between living by faith and living by sight, then explores trusting God when visible reassurance disappears.
Way Maker — Mandisa (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The bridge explicitly contrasts faith with the inability to perceive God's activity, closely paraphrasing Paul's distinction between living by faith and living by sight.
All the Way — Newsboys (2011) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The chorus closely adapts Paul's statement that believers conduct their lives by faith rather than sight, making that principle the basis of their commitment to God.
God Did (DnB Remix) — RUA YOUNG & KHIM & Virion (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song closely reproduces Paul's contrast between living by faith and relying on visible evidence.
Trust You - Live — 7 Hills Worship (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The bridge closely echoes Paul's contrast between living by faith and relying on physical sight, applying it to trusting God without knowing the path ahead.
Unbreakable — Fireflight (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The second verse pairs movement through faith with trust beyond what can be seen, closely adapting Paul's contrast between walking by faith and walking by sight.
Sweet Beulah Land — Jason Crabb (2011) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The anticipated transition from faith to sight adapts Paul’s contrast between living by faith and living by sight. The surrounding passage’s expectation of a heavenly dwelling and being at home with the Lord reinforces this connection.
not by sight — Stephen Stanley (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song's central phrase evokes Paul's statement that Christian life is governed by faith rather than physical sight. Its context of trusting God amid uncertainty reinforces the connection.
Victory — The Clark Sisters (2019) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The verse directly invokes Paul’s contrast between living by faith and relying on visible circumstances.
Let Go Let God (R&B) — 1K Phew & Lee Vasi & Jor’dan Armstrong (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The description of walking by faith directly uses Paul’s language for living by trust in God rather than by visible circumstances.
Just Like Somebody Else — Big Daddy Weave (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:7
The song directly uses Paul's distinctive wording for living by faith, though it omits his accompanying contrast with sight.
Funeral — Leanna Crawford (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:8
The final verse distinguishes the body placed in the grave from the believer who will be present with Christ, closely reflecting Paul's expectation of leaving the body and being at home with the Lord.
Quick and the Dead — Chaotic Resemblance (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:10
The image of standing before the judgment seat in heaven's court directly reflects Paul's teaching that all must appear before the judgment seat of Christ.
What the Blood Is For — Jason Crabb (2013) 2 Corinthians 5:14
The bridge closely adapts Paul's description of Christ's love compelling believers. Divine love becomes the singer's motivation for change, rather than the fear of rejection.
Facing A Task Unfinished — Keith & Kristyn Getty (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:14-15
The prayer describes Christ’s love as the compelling force behind sacrificial service, directly echoing Paul’s account of being controlled by Christ’s love because of his death and resurrection.
Core of My Addiction — Fireflight (2010) 2 Corinthians 5:14
The description of God's love controlling the singer closely adapts Paul's statement that Christ's love controls or compels believers. The explicitly devotional context supports this specific verbal connection.
Que O Mundo Conheça — Aline Barros (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:14
Christ's love is presented as the compelling force behind public proclamation, directly reflecting Paul's statement that the love of Christ constrains or compels believers.
Que O Mundo Conheça - Playback — Aline Barros (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:14
The declaration that Christ’s love compels an active response closely echoes Paul’s explanation of the motivating power of Christ’s love.
Alabaster Jar — Gateway Worship (2013) 2 Corinthians 5:15
The second verse closely adapts Paul’s explanation that Christ died so that those who live would live for him rather than for themselves. Jesus’ death is explicitly presented as the reason for dedicating the singer’s remaining life to him.
Gave It All — Travis Greene (2015) 2 Corinthians 5:15-17
The song links Christ's death and resurrection with living for him and being made new. This closely follows Paul's connected account of Christ dying and rising so that believers live for him rather than themselves, followed by his description of new creation in Christ.
Welcome to the Show — Fireflight (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:15
The bridge contrasts willingness to die with continuing to live for oneself, closely reflecting Paul's teaching that Christ's people should cease living for themselves and live for him.
Nothing But Love — Brian Free & Assurance (2012) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The description of the former life passing away closely adapts Paul's language about the old life passing away when someone becomes a new creation in Christ.
New Creation — Fellowship Church (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The repeated identification of renewed people as God's new creation closely adapts Paul's description of those in Christ, whose former condition has given way to newness.
Bold as Lions — Bryson Gray (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus describes conversion as the death of the former identity and the arrival of a new one, closely following Paul’s language about becoming a new creation in Christ.
Jesus We Love You — Bethel Music (2015) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The opening closely adapts Paul's declaration that the former things have passed away. The surrounding imagery of renewed life reinforces the passage's emphasis on becoming a new creation in Christ.
Glorious Victorious — Bluetree (2012) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The singer's declaration of a newly created identity closely adapts Paul's description of the person who is in Christ.
My Own Worst Enemy — Casting Crowns (2011) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The final verse closely adapts Paul's declaration that someone in Christ has been newly created and that the former life has passed away. The prayer asks for help trusting that changed identity despite persistent sinful patterns.
1 John 3 — Bryson Gray (2023) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The post-chorus directly reproduces the KJV wording describing the passing away of the former life in Christ's new creation.
God First — Bryson Gray (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The testimony that a former sinful identity was replaced by a renewed self closely reflects Paul’s description of a person in Christ becoming a new creation.
Here in This Place — Elevation Worship (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus closely adapts Paul's declaration that everything becomes new for those in Christ, locating that renewal in Jesus' presence.
Lights On (Ready to Go) — Ernest Musik (2018) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The first verse closely restates Paul's description of a person in Christ as a new creation whose former life has passed away.
Changed — Hannah Kerr (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The contrast between a former identity and being made new closely follows Paul’s description of life in Christ as a new creation whose old condition has passed away.
Getting Started — Jeremy Camp (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The description of life beginning anew in Christ while the former life is transformed closely reflects Paul’s teaching that anyone in Christ is a new creation and that the old has given way to the new.
Love Divine — Rend Collective (2013) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The final stanza uses Paul's distinctive description of renewed existence in Christ and asks God to bring that renewal to completion.
Right With You — Big Daddy Weave (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The narrator describes accepting a transformed existence through Christ, closely adapting Paul's declaration that those in Christ are newly created. The surrounding emphasis on reconciliation with God reinforces this Pauline connection.
I'M DIFFERENT NOW — Kelsey Breedlove (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The lyrics about being made new and having a changed identity reflect the essence of 2 Corinthians 5:17, which emphasizes becoming a new creation in Christ.
New Creation — Mac Powell (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song’s central declaration directly invokes Paul’s description of those who are in Christ as newly created. Its contrast between a former identity and a Spirit-formed identity closely follows that passage’s theology of transformation.
So So Good — Phil Wickham (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song reflects the transformation from death to life, paralleling the idea of being a new creation in Christ, as expressed in 2 Corinthians 5:17.
Spring Sings — Ellie Holcomb (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The lyrics convey the idea of God making all things new, which aligns with the teaching in 2 Corinthians 5:17 about being a new creation in Christ.
Nothing Can Take That Away — Kristian Stanfill (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The lyrics reflect the transformation of identity, echoing the message that anyone in Christ is a new creation, with the old passing away and the new coming into being.
Amazing Grace — Kings Kaleidoscope & Kings Kaleidoscope Hymns (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The transformation from being lost to being found and from blindness to sight echoes the message of new creation in 2 Corinthians 5:17, highlighting the change that occurs through faith.
Beneath the Waters (I Will Rise) [Live] — Hillsong Worship (2012) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The worshipper’s identification as a new creation closely reproduces Paul’s description of the person who belongs to Christ.
Free — Guardian (2014) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The bridge uses Paul's designation for a person transformed in Christ, contrasting that renewed identity with continuing temptation and exhaustion. This concerns personal transformation rather than the cosmic renewal described in Revelation 21–22.
WHAT LIVING IS ALL ABOUT — Forrest Frank (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The speaker describes becoming a new creation through union with Christ, closely reproducing Paul's language about transformation in Christ.
Moving Forward — Israel & New Breed (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The ad-lib identifies the worshipper as a new creation, directly invoking Paul's description of the identity given to a person who is in Christ.
Word of Life — Jeremy Camp (2017) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The declaration that the former life has passed away and the speaker now lives as someone changed closely echoes Paul's description of becoming a new creation in Christ.
Forgiven Me — Mary Mary (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus’s description of the former life passing away, reinforced by the bridge’s movement from an old identity to a new one through dependence on God, closely adapts Paul’s description of becoming a new creation in Christ. The song applies this renewal to accepting personal change and releasing self-condemnation.
Let Him In — Stryper (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The description of the believer as a new creation directly adopts Paul’s language for the transformation of anyone who is in Christ.
Hundred From Deep Freestyle — Kieran the Light (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The artist identifies himself as a new creature and describes spiritual transformation through Christ, closely reflecting Paul's teaching that those in Christ have become a new creation.
Lose My Mind — Bryson Gray (2023) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The declaration of becoming a new creation through embracing Christ directly invokes Paul's teaching that those in Christ are made new.
Stained Glass — Jordan Feliz (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song's repeated movement from old and shattered existence into newness closely parallels Paul's description of becoming a new creation, with the old passing away and the new arriving.
Butterfly — Josh Garrels (2019) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song closely reproduces Paul’s description of the old order passing away and everything becoming new in Christ.
I Found Jesus — Katy Nichole (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song reflects the transformation and renewal of identity, paralleling the idea that anyone in Christ is a new creation, as expressed in 2 Corinthians 5:17.
Put Down The Mask — Sam Purpose (2019) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The declaration that the former life has passed away and everything has become new directly invokes Paul’s description of anyone who is in Christ as a new creation.
New Me — Madalyn Rae (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The theme of becoming a 'new me' resonates with 2 Corinthians 5:17, which speaks of being a new creation in Christ, emphasizing transformation and renewal.
God Did It — Limoblaze (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The lyrics express a transformation from being self-made to being grace-made, which aligns with the idea of becoming a new creation in Christ as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17.
All Praise (Sing Praise) — Vertical Worship (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus closely restates Paul's declaration that union with Christ brings new creation, with the former life passing away and a new one beginning.
All of Me — Bryson Gray (2023) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The description of becoming new and leaving the former life without defining power closely paraphrases Paul’s teaching that anyone in Christ is a new creation and that the old has passed away.
BARS FOR CHRIST — Bryson Gray (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The conversion language explicitly identifies the believer as a new creation whose former identity has passed away.
Keep On (feat. Davide Mutendji, Tori Elliott & Isaiah Templeton) — Elevation Worship (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus describes present renewal and the definitive passing away of the former life, closely paraphrasing Paul's description of anyone in Christ as a new creation.
Graduate — Jonathan McReynolds & The Hamiltones (2018) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The first chorus directly adopts Paul's description of life in Christ as the passing away of the old and the arrival of the new, applying it to spiritual maturation through the graduation metaphor.
Moving Forward — Hezekiah Walker (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus closely adapts Paul's description of a person united to Christ: the former life has passed away and a new existence has begun. The combination of belonging to Christ, leaving the past behind, and comprehensive renewal makes this connection specific.
Jesus Invented Crunk — Hostyle Gospel (2007) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The closing description of believers as newly created and no longer the same closely adapts Paul’s account of transformed identity in Christ.
Grace Alone — Kings Kaleidoscope (2014) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The second chorus applies Paul's distinctive description of a person in Christ as a new creation to the singer's transformed existence.
New — Lauren Daigle (2023) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The repeated contrast between a person’s former identity and the new person they have become closely reflects Paul’s description of the old passing away and the new arriving in Christ.
New Creation (live) — Mac Powell (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song identifies the believer as newly made by God, directly invoking Paul’s description of those who are in Christ as a new creation. Its contrast between the former life and Spirit-given renewal reinforces this specific Pauline connection.
Flowers — Phil Wickham (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song's imagery of transformation from ashes to flowers reflects the theme of becoming a new creation, as expressed in 2 Corinthians 5:17, which speaks to the renewal of life through Christ.
Draw Near To The Cross — AWAKE84 (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The lyrics speak to the transformation from death to new life, which resonates with the teaching that anyone in Christ is a new creation, as stated in 2 Corinthians 5:17.
Salvation — Bryson Gray (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song cites and substantially recites Paul’s statement that a person in Christ becomes a new creation.
The Broken One — We Are Vessel (2019) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The contrast between a person's former identity and the beginning of a new life reflects Paul's description of someone in Christ becoming a new creation, with the old giving way to the new.
Clean — Newsboys (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The bridge describes the former self becoming new through God's Spirit, closely echoing Paul's description of a person in Christ as a new creation whose old condition has passed away.
Me Salvó — Elevation Español (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song directly applies Paul's teaching that anyone united to Christ has become a new creation and is no longer defined by the former life.
Recover — Micah Tyler (2017) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus closely reflects Paul's description of life in Christ as a new creation: the former identity has passed away and has been replaced by something new.
No Charge - Remastered Version — Shirley Caesar (2009) 2 Corinthians 5:17
Caesar directly reproduces Paul's declaration that a person united with Christ becomes a new creation, closely following the King James wording.
If Anyone Is In Christ — Aaron Williams (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song directly quotes the phrase about being a new creation in Christ, which is a central theme of 2 Corinthians 5:17, emphasizing transformation and renewal.
New Day — Danny Gokey (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The repeated contrast between what has passed away and the arrival of newness closely follows Paul's description of becoming a new creation in Christ.
The Gospel — Elevation Worship (2011) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The address explicitly names this verse and reproduces its declaration that life in Christ brings a new identity, replacing the old. It serves as the scriptural foundation for the invitation to conversion.
Dawning of Deliverance — Disciple (2023) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The declaration that the former self has passed away directly echoes Paul's description of becoming a new creation in Christ.
Mercy — Elevation Worship (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The opening testimony describes God replacing the former self with a new life, closely reflecting Paul's description of anyone in Christ as a new creation whose old life has passed away.
Moving Forward — Jessica Reedy (2011) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus links belonging to Christ with the passing of the former life and the arrival of a renewed existence. This closely follows Paul's description of becoming a new creation in Christ.
Up and Alive — Chris Sayburn (2017) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The opening identifies redeemed life with Paul’s specific description of a person in Christ as newly created rather than merely improved.
Who God Says You Are — Olivia Lane (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The description of the believer as a new creation directly invokes Paul's teaching about the transformed identity of anyone who is in Christ.
Love Myself — Officially LadyJ (2019) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The description of salvation in Christ as the passing away of the old life and the arrival of a new one closely paraphrases Paul's teaching about becoming a new creation.
New Thing — Passion (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The bridge and second verse reproduce Paul's contrast between the disappearance of the old and the arrival of the new through life in Christ.
Metamorphosis — Joel Figueroa (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The bridge describes the former self ending and a new self coming to life, closely reflecting Paul's description of life in Christ as the passing away of the old and the arrival of the new.
By the Blood — Dennis Jernigan (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus describes transformation as the replacement of the old with the new, closely adapting Paul's language about becoming a new creation in Christ.
Raised to Life — Elevation Worship (2014) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus closely adapts Paul’s declaration that belonging to Christ entails a fundamentally renewed existence and identity.
Into the Morning — Fernando Ortega (2009) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus describes the former life passing away as a new existence begins under God's call. This closely adapts Paul's description of transformation in Christ, in which the old passes away and the new arrives.
This Is the Day — Laura Story (2011) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The opening verse closely adapts Paul's description of transformation in Christ: the former life has passed away and a new life has begun.
Lamb of God — Lurine Cato (2022) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The singer describes herself using Paul’s distinctive language for a person in Christ becoming a new creation, presenting conversion as a fundamental change of identity.
The Part Where You Come In — Brian Free & Assurance (2010) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The repeated declaration of comprehensive newness following salvation closely adapts Paul's statement that everything becomes new for someone in Christ. The final refrain explicitly attributes this changed identity to Jesus' forgiveness.
Chapter and Verse — Bryson Gray (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song directly names the verse concerning the new identity and transformation of a person who is in Christ.
Due Time — Bizzle (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The chorus invokes Paul’s declaration that anyone in Christ is a new creature, contrasting that God-given identity with the persistence of old thoughts and desires.
MERCY — Aaron Cole (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The song references being a new creation in Christ, reflecting the transformation described in 2 Corinthians 5:17, which speaks of becoming new after accepting Christ.
Don't Forget (Psalm 103) - Live — Kingdom Kids & Shane & Shane (2023) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The declaration that the former life has passed and a new identity has arrived in Christ closely paraphrases Paul's description of anyone who is in Christ as a new creation.
New Creation — Mike Teezy (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The central declaration that the believer has become a new creation and is no longer the same directly invokes Paul's description of transformation in Christ.
I'm Free — 7eventh Time Down (2021) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The second verse directly uses Paul’s designation for a person whose identity has been transformed through union with Christ.
Stay With You — Bizzle & Jcarter & Nina Sims (2018) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The testimony that God saved and remade the speaker reflects Paul's teaching that a person in Christ becomes a new creation.
GOOD DAY — Forrest Frank (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The description of God transforming what is old into something new closely echoes Paul's teaching that anyone in Christ is a new creation and that the old has passed away.
No Such Thing — Hawk Nelson (2018) 2 Corinthians 5:17
The invitation to become a new creation directly invokes Paul's teaching that anyone who is in Christ has been fundamentally made new.
Ministers — Tenth Avenue North (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:18-20
The believers' identity as ministers entrusted with proclaiming reconciliation closely reflects Paul's description of the ministry and message of reconciliation committed to Christ's ambassadors.
Reconcile — Haste the Day (2024) 2 Corinthians 5:18-20
The repeated appeal for a son to accept reconciliation closely echoes Paul’s direct appeal to be reconciled to God. The song extends this divine reconciliation into the repair of failed human relationships.
CHRISTmas — JVKE, Forrest Frank (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:19
The lyrics mention 'God and sinners reconciled,' which paraphrases the message of reconciliation found in 2 Corinthians 5:19, emphasizing the purpose of Christ's coming.
The One He Speaks Through — Mandisa (2017) 2 Corinthians 5:20
The song presents believers as human agents through whom God communicates and carries out His mission, closely reflecting Paul's description of God making His appeal through Christ's ambassadors.
Though You Were Rich — Matt Gilman (2013) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The third verse closely adapts Paul's statement that the sinless Christ was made sin on humanity's behalf.
The Day I Met You — Phil Wickham (2026) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The song presents salvation as an unequal exchange in which the sinner’s judgment is taken by Christ and Christ’s righteousness is given in return, closely reflecting Paul’s description of Christ bearing sin so believers might receive God’s righteousness.
Christ Is All — Matt Boswell & Matt Papa (2019) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The song describes Christ bearing the sinner’s guilt and condemnation so that the believer may stand justified with a righteousness derived entirely from him. This closely paraphrases Paul’s account of the sinless Christ being made sin so that believers become God’s righteousness in him.
Reanimate — Disciple (2019) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The bridge closely restates Paul’s teaching that the sinless Christ was made sin on humanity’s behalf. This passage directly supplies the song’s substitutionary-atonement framework.
Jesus Messiah — Chris Tomlin (2008) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The opening closely reproduces Paul's description of the sinless Christ bearing sin so that believers might become God's righteousness in him.
White as Snow — Haste the Day (2010) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The contrast between the addressee’s innocence and his acceptance of guilt closely parallels Paul’s description of the sinless Christ being made sin for others. The song expresses this exchange through courtroom imagery, not a literal biblical account of Jesus pleading guilty.
Love You With the Truth — Casting Crowns (2014) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The song closely adapts Paul's account of God making the sinless Christ bear sin so that people could become righteous before God. The distinctive pairing of Christ's sinlessness with his becoming sin makes this connection unmistakable.
The Power Of The Cross/When I Survey The Wondrous Cross - Live — Keith & Kristyn Getty (2013) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The chorus closely adapts Paul's statement that God made Christ sin on behalf of others. This is a specific textual connection, not merely a shared theme of forgiveness.
Overcome (radio version) — Jeremy Camp (2014) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The opening contrasts Jesus's complete sinlessness with his suffering in the place of sinners, closely adapting Paul's description of the sinless Christ being made sin on behalf of others.
Grace — John Mark Pantana (2017) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The bridge invokes Paul’s teaching that the sinless Christ was made sin on behalf of others, grounding release from guilt in substitutionary atonement.
How Glorious — Gateway Worship (2018) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The description of Jesus as the one who was without sin directly uses Paul’s language about Christ’s sinlessness in his explanation of reconciliation and righteousness.
Lamb of God (Live) — UPPERROOM & Jonathan Lewis (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The lyrics highlight the concept of Jesus knowing no sin while bearing the sins of others, directly connecting to the New Testament teaching about Christ's sinlessness.
You Didn't Have to Do It — Crystal Lewis (2014) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The description of the sinless Christ becoming sin on the singer’s behalf closely adapts Paul’s distinctive explanation of Christ’s substitutionary work.
Gone — Elevation Worship (2020) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The bridge closely adopts Paul's description of believers becoming God's righteousness through Christ, grounding their new identity in Christ's sin-bearing work.
2 Major — Ty Brasel & Torey D'Shaun (2025) 2 Corinthians 5:21
The song describes the innocent Jesus bearing blame so that the believer is regarded as blameless, closely reflecting Paul's account of Christ being made sin for humanity so that believers receive God's righteousness.

2 Corinthians 5 (King James Version)

¹ For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.

² For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven:

³ If so be that being clothed we shall not be found naked.

⁴ For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.

⁵ Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.

⁶ Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord:

⁷ (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)

⁸ We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

⁹ Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.

¹⁰ For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.

¹¹ Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord, we persuade men; but we are made manifest unto God; and I trust also are made manifest in your consciences.

¹² For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our behalf, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance, and not in heart.

¹³ For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause.

¹⁴ For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead:

¹⁵ And that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again.

¹⁶ Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more.

¹⁷ Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.

¹⁸ And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;

¹⁹ To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.

²⁰ Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ’s stead, be ye reconciled to God.

²¹ For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.