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Crimson Dust
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Jul 21, 2026 updated
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Michael W. Smith's 'Crimson Dust' is a reflective song about the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The lyrics describe the violent scene of the cross, emphasizing the mercy and redeeming love that flows from Christ's sacrifice. The phrase 'crimson dust beneath the cross' symbolizes the blood shed for humanity's redemption. The song also includes a worshipful refrain declaring Jesus as the holy Lamb of God. It connects the historical event of the cross to the present experience of heaven touching earth, inviting listeners to contemplate the depth of God's love and the cost of salvation.
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Morning rush, rising heat
Crowded road, shuffling feet
Suddenly, there's a chill
Hammer rings from a hill
Violent scene, angry words
He gets what he deserves
Crushed and marred, middle man
Mercy flows from His hands
Mercy flows from His hands
I see heaven touching earth
Every drop of matchless worth
Redeeming love
What gain, what loss
Crimson dust beneath the cross
Crimson dust beneath the cross
Day so dark, pain so real
Tender flesh, torn by steel
History turns around
Holy blood falling down
Holy blood falling down
I see heaven touching earth
Every drop of matchless worth
Redeeming love
What gain, what loss
Crimson dust beneath the cross
Crimson dust beneath the cross
Holy, holy, holy
Jesus, lamb of God
You are holy, holy, holy
Jesus, lamb of God
You are holy, holy, holy
Jesus, lamb of God
You are holy, holy, holy
Jesus, lamb of God
I see heaven touching earth
Every drop of matchless worth
Redeeming love
What gain, what loss
Crimson dust beneath the cross
Crimson dust beneath the cross
I see heaven touching earth
Every drop of matchless worth
Redeeming love
What gain, what loss
Crimson dust beneath the cross
Crimson dust beneath the cross