Matthew 28

The Angel Says Come and Look — a note on this chapter.

Which worship songs are based on Matthew 28?

  1. He's The One - Live At Church — Bethel Music & Emmy Rose (2025) Matthew 28:1-10

    The song refers to Jesus rolling the stone from the grave, which directly quotes the resurrection narrative where the stone is rolled away.

  2. IN THE ROOM — Forrest Frank (2025) Matthew 28:1-10

    The lyrics assert that Jesus could not be kept in the tomb, which directly alludes to the resurrection story where Jesus rises from the dead.

  3. Resurrection Story — Phil Wickham (2026) Matthew 28:1-10

    The song's imagery of rolling the stone away and coming out of the grave evokes the resurrection of Jesus, highlighting the victory over death.

  4. But God — Brandon Lake (2025) Matthew 28:1-10

    The song references the resurrection of Jesus, particularly the moment of His rising on Sunday after being killed on Friday, which is a direct allusion to the resurrection narrative in the Gospels.

  5. What An Awesome God — Phil Wickham (2025) Matthew 28:1-10

    The song references the resurrection of Jesus, highlighting the transition from His crucifixion to His victory over death, which is central to the Easter narrative.

  6. Were You There? — Tommee Profitt (2026) Matthew 28:1-10

    The song alludes to the resurrection of Jesus, asking if listeners were present when He rose from the dead, directly connecting to the Gospel accounts of the resurrection.

  7. Golgotha — Brandon Lake (2025) Matthew 28:1-10

    The lyrics mention the stone being rolled away and the defiance of death, which directly alludes to the resurrection of Jesus and the events surrounding it.

  8. Gates of Glory — Peyton Parrish (2025) Matthew 28:1-10

    The song references the resurrection of Jesus, a central event in Christian faith, specifically mentioning the day He rose from the dead, which aligns with the account of the resurrection in Matthew 28.

  9. Wibbly Wobbly World — Colin Buchanan (2025) Matthew 28:1-10

    The lyrics mention Jesus' death and resurrection, which aligns with the narrative of the resurrection morning, emphasizing the hope that comes from this event.

  10. Song Of The Saints — Phil Wickham (2025) Matthew 28:1-10

    The lyrics mention the stone being rolled away on the third morning, which directly relates to the resurrection account in Matthew 28.

  11. CAMPAIGN — KB (2025) Matthew 28:1-10

    The lyrics reference the resurrection of Jesus, specifically mentioning the event of Him rising three days after His crucifixion, which is a direct allusion to the resurrection narrative in the Gospel of Matthew.

  12. Yes He Lives — Hillsong Worship (2026) Matthew 28:1-10

    The song depicts the moment of resurrection, referencing the empty tomb and the discovery of Jesus being alive, which directly relates to the resurrection narrative found in the Gospels.

  13. It Is Finished - Live — Passion & Melodie Malone (2019) Matthew 28:5-6

    The chorus echoes the angel’s announcement that the crucified Jesus has risen, explicitly joining Christ’s completed death with his resurrection victory.

  14. One - Live At Church — Bethel Music, Brooke Ligertwood (2025) Matthew 28:6

    The lyrics reference Jesus walking out of the grave, directly connecting to the resurrection narrative where the angel announces that Jesus is not in the tomb, for He has risen.

  15. Celebrate Jesus — Don Moen (2025) Matthew 28:6

    The song directly quotes the declaration of Jesus' resurrection, emphasizing His victory over death, which aligns with the angel's message in Matthew 28:6.

  16. Christ The Lord Is Risen Today — Tommee Profitt (2026) Matthew 28:6

    The lyrics reflect the message of the angel at the tomb, proclaiming that Christ has risen, which is a central theme of the resurrection narrative in Matthew's Gospel.

  17. He Arose — Tommee Profitt & Phil Wickham (2026) Matthew 28:6

    The song directly quotes the essence of the resurrection, emphasizing that Jesus rose from the grave, which aligns with the angel's proclamation in Matthew 28:6 that He is not here, for He has risen.

  18. NO L’s — Forrest Frank (2025) Matthew 28:6

    The reference to victory being already won and the mention of three days in the ground alludes to the resurrection of Jesus, highlighting the triumph over death.

  19. Doesn't Here — Chris Tomlin (2025) Matthew 28:18-20

    The lyrics mention that Jesus is the King whose Kingdom won't be shaken, which resonates with the Great Commission where Jesus asserts His authority in heaven and on earth, affirming His eternal reign.

  20. I Will Follow Jesus - Acoustic — Circuit Rider Music & Eniola Abioye (2025) Matthew 28:18-20

    The commitment to go under Jesus’ authority combines the Great Commission’s declaration of Christ’s universal authority with his command to go and make disciples.

  21. Jesus Over Everything - Live — The Belonging Co & Andrew Holt (2021) Matthew 28:18

    The declaration that complete power and authority belong to the resurrected King closely echoes Jesus’ post-resurrection claim of universal authority.

  22. Moving Forward — Hezekiah Walker (2008) Matthew 28:18

    The description of the risen Jesus possessing complete power closely echoes his post-resurrection declaration of universal authority. The explicit resurrection context supports this passage over a general reference to divine power.

  23. Moving Forward — Jessica Reedy (2011) Matthew 28:18

    The verse attributes complete power to the risen Christ, closely echoing Jesus' post-resurrection declaration of universal authority. The explicit resurrection context strengthens the identification with Matthew's passage.

  24. Overcome (radio version) — Jeremy Camp (2014) Matthew 28:18-19

    The combination of Jesus possessing universal authority and commissioning his followers strongly recalls the Great Commission. The sending language makes this more specific than a general affirmation of divine power.

  25. His Name Is Jesus — Phil Wickham (2021) Matthew 28:18

    Following its account of Jesus rising from the grave, the bridge declares that universal authority permanently belongs to him, closely echoing the risen Jesus’ declaration before the Great Commission.

  26. In the Garden — Bob Dylan (2013) Matthew 28:18

    The final verse closely reproduces the risen Jesus’s declaration of universal authority, using wording especially close to the King James Version.

  27. Facing A Task Unfinished — Keith & Kristyn Getty (2020) Matthew 28:18-20

    The congregation embraces Christ’s commission to go among all nations and make him known, treating that command as an enduring obligation shared with earlier witnesses.

  28. Steppin' Out — 11th Hour (2012) Matthew 28:19-20

    The chorus combines a worldwide commission with Jesus' assurance of His accompanying presence, paraphrasing the command and promise that conclude Matthew's Gospel.

  29. Trinity Sending Song — The Porter's Gate (2026) Matthew 28:19-20

    The song combines a commission to go with the coordinated naming of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, closely echoing the Trinitarian form of Jesus’ Great Commission. Its emphasis on divine presence, guidance, and sending also reflects the passage’s assurance that Christ accompanies those he commissions.

  30. Wake the Dead — John Schlitt (2011) Matthew 28:19-20

    The repeated appeal to carry out Christ’s commission identifies the Great Commission as the believers’ unfinished assignment. The surrounding emphasis on reaching others clarifies that this refers to Jesus’ command to make disciples.

  31. Now I Can See / The Great Commission — Neal Morse (2020) Matthew 28:19-20

    Jesus' worldwide sending command follows Mark's formulation, while the accompanying assurance of his continuing presence closely follows Matthew's Great Commission.

  32. Gloria — Fernando Ortega (2024) Matthew 28:19

    The repeated naming of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit follows the specific Trinitarian formula given by Jesus in the Great Commission, though the song uses it for praise rather than baptism.

  33. The Church (Live) — Bethel Music, Jenn Johnson (2025) Matthew 28:19-20

    The song's call for unity among believers and the mention of 'every nation, tribe, and tongue' echoes the Great Commission, where Jesus commands His followers to make disciples of all nations.

  34. Doxology — Fernando Ortega (2011) Matthew 28:19

    The closing invocation adopts the threefold naming of the divine persons found in Jesus' baptismal commission. It uses that biblical formula for worship rather than referencing the commission's narrative setting.

  35. IDK FREESTYLE — DKG KIE (2025) Matthew 28:19-20

    The lyrics reference the act of leading the lost to God, which aligns closely with the Great Commission where Jesus instructs his followers to make disciples of all nations.

  36. JADEN IVEY FREESTYLE (WE THEM ONES) — DKG KIE (2025) Matthew 28:19-20

    The song emphasizes the mission of spreading the gospel and leading others to Christ, which aligns with the Great Commission where Jesus instructs His followers to make disciples of all nations.

  37. Warriors — Bizzle & K. Allico (2018) Matthew 28:19

    The song names the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in the same triadic order used in Jesus’ baptismal commission, adapting that formula into basketball wordplay about representing a team of three.

  38. Go Misfit Go! — Da’ T.R.U.T.H. (2011) Matthew 28:19-20

    The song explicitly names Matthew 28 and connects it to worldwide missionary action, identifying Jesus’ commission to make disciples of all nations as the driving force behind its closing call.

  39. Here Now — AWAKE84 (2022) Matthew 28:19-20

    The song combines a mission directed toward all nations, action under Jesus’ name, and confidence in his continuing presence. This cluster closely reflects Jesus’ Great Commission to the disciples.

  40. We're Not Alone — Elevation Worship (2013) Matthew 28:20

    The chorus presents God’s continual presence as a promise, closely adapting Jesus’ assurance that he will remain with his disciples always.

  41. When I Hear You Call — Gary Valenciano (2015) Matthew 28:20

    The divine speaker’s assurance of remaining with the listener until the end closely echoes Jesus’ concluding promise of enduring presence in the Great Commission.

  42. Rest Easy — Andrew Peterson (2012) Matthew 28:20

    The opening closely adapts Jesus’s promise of enduring presence through the end of the age. The combination of continual companionship and an endpoint makes this a specific reference rather than general reassurance.

  43. Who Is Greatest? — Jon Guerra (2025) Matthew 28:20

    The lyrics echo Jesus' promise of His presence 'until the end of the age,' providing reassurance to believers.

  44. I WILL BE WITH YOU ALWAYS — Reverend Kristin Michael Hayter (2023) Matthew 28:20

    The song’s recurring assurance closely restates Christ’s closing promise to remain with his disciples perpetually. The opening call to continue following Jesus further supports this Gospel context.

  45. Honey — Sean Rodriguez (2025) Matthew 28:20

    The assurance of God's presence in the lyrics reflects the promise found in Matthew 28:20, where Jesus assures His followers that He is with them always.

  46. Abandon Ship — Behold the Beloved (2022) Matthew 28:20

    The bridge closely reproduces Jesus' concluding promise to remain with his followers at all times.

  47. He Still Does — 11th Hour (2021) Matthew 28:20

    The song describes Christ's promised presence continuing throughout the believer's journey to its end, closely reflecting Jesus' assurance to remain with his disciples until the end of the age.

  48. 'til the End — Relentless Flood (2018) Matthew 28:20

    The repeated assurance of Christ's presence through the end closely parallels Jesus' closing promise to remain with his disciples until the end of the age.

  49. Draw Me Close — Nikki Fletcher (2012) Matthew 28:20

    The closing assurance closely adapts Jesus’ promise to remain with his disciples always, turning that promise into a personal affirmation addressed to him.

  50. Trainsong — Josh Garrels (2025) Matthew 28:20

    The declaration of being with the Lord through challenges echoes Jesus' promise of His constant presence in Matthew 28, where He assures His followers that He is with them always.

  51. Always — Building 429 (2008) Matthew 28:20

    The chorus repeatedly adapts Jesus’ promise to remain with his disciples always. The song applies that assurance of enduring presence to people experiencing grief, abandonment, and faltering faith.

  52. Here With You — Gateway Youth (2022) Matthew 28:20

    The bridge closely echoes Jesus’ assurance that he remains with his disciples always, through to the end of the age.

  53. Walk With Me — Kelly Willard (2012) Matthew 28:20

    The singer attributes to Jesus a promise of continued companionship through the end, closely adapting his assurance of enduring presence at the conclusion of the Great Commission.

  54. With You Always — The Afters (2013) Matthew 28:20

    The repeated assurance of continual divine presence closely reproduces Jesus’ concluding promise in the Great Commission. The closing extension of that presence to the end of time reinforces the specific connection.

  55. 'Tis So Sweet to Trust In Jesus — Don Moen (2012) Matthew 28:20

    The closing assurance of Jesus’s continuing presence through the end closely adapts his concluding promise in the Great Commission. The hymn presents that promise as personal confidence in his enduring companionship.

  56. Keep On Coming Through — Jonathan Traylor (2020) Matthew 28:20

    The song grounds confidence in Christ’s promise of continuing presence through the end of the age. Its wording closely condenses the closing assurance of the Great Commission.

  57. Redemption in Motion — Kings Kaleidoscope (2014) Matthew 28:20

    The repeated assurance of Christ’s continual presence closely adapts the risen Jesus’ promise to remain with His disciples always.

  58. LOCATION! (feat. Mogli the Iceburg) — indie tribe & nobigdyl. & Torey D'Shaun & Jon Keith & Mogli the Iceburg (2026) Matthew 28:20

    The lyrics reference the promise of Jesus' presence, which aligns with the assurance found in Matthew 28:20 that He is with us always.

  59. 'Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus — Amy Grant (2015) Matthew 28:20

    The closing stanza closely adapts Jesus’s promise of continuing presence through the end of the age, expressing it as personal assurance of his lifelong companionship.

  60. Constantly — Big Daddy Weave (2025) Matthew 28:20

    The bridge directly invokes Jesus' concluding promise to remain with his disciples always.

Matthew 28 (King James Version)

1 In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre.

2 And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it.

3 His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow:

4 And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men.

5 And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified.

6 He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.

7 And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and, behold, he goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you.

8 And they departed quickly from the sepulchre with fear and great joy; and did run to bring his disciples word.

9 And as they went to tell his disciples, behold, Jesus met them, saying, All hail. And they came and held him by the feet, and worshipped him.

10 Then said Jesus unto them, Be not afraid: go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me.

11 Now when they were going, behold, some of the watch came into the city, and shewed unto the chief priests all the things that were done.

12 And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers,

13 Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and stole him away while we slept.

14 And if this come to the governor’s ears, we will persuade him, and secure you.

15 So they took the money, and did as they were taught: and this saying is commonly reported among the Jews until this day.

16 Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain where Jesus had appointed them.

17 And when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted.

18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.

19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:

20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.