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Evergreen
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Aug 1, 2026 updated
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Audrey Assad's 'Evergreen' is a reflective Christian song that marvels at the paradox of the cross, where God's sacrifice brings life. The lyrics contrast the desolate setting with the promise of renewal, describing how fear gives way to wonder and doubt transforms into faith. The imagery of rivers in the desert and living water evokes spiritual refreshment, while the repeated refrain of the evergreen tree of life symbolizes enduring hope and resurrection. The song gently encourages trust in God's provision even in barren seasons, pointing to the sustaining power of Christ's sacrifice.
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God on a cross; who would have thought it?
This place looks nothing like Eden
But there is no death here in the ruins
This is the land of the breathing
Out past the fear
Doubt becomes wonder, doubt becomes wonder
Rivers appear
And I'm going under, I'm going under!
Here in the wild, my hands are empty
And yet I've had all I needed
There is no drought here in the desert
I've found a water that's living
Out past the fear
Doubt becomes wonder, doubt becomes wonder
Rivers appear
And I'm going under, I'm going under!
Evergreen, evergreen
The tree of life is evergreen
Evergreen, evergreen
The tree of life is evergreen
Evergreen, evergreen
The tree of life is evergreen
Evergreen, evergreen
The tree of life is evergreen!