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Once For All

By Paul Baloche

1,281 views Jul 17, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Paul Baloche's song 'Once for All' reflects on the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The lyrics describe the suffering of Christ, the crown of thorns, and the cross, emphasizing that His death was a once-for-all sacrifice for sin. The song highlights the grace and mercy flowing from His sacrifice, the scars of love, and the victory of the resurrection. It invites listeners to contemplate the mystery of the cross and the open gates of heaven, celebrating the new life believers have in Christ. The theme centers on redemption and the finished work of Jesus.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

Behold this King so innocent

A crown of thorns upon His head

Feel His heart, His heart of grace


Behold this Man of suffering

Who bore the cross and all our shame

Breathe again, this mystery


Nailed to a cross

There in our place

Oh Lamb of God

You made a way


Once for all

You died so I could live again

Once for all

You washed away our sin

Streams of mercy and love

Flowing free forevermore

And Your blood ran down

Once for all


The scars of love can still be seen

On Your hands and on Your feet

We feel Your heart, Your heart of grace


Heaven's gates opened wide

You have raised us up to life

We breathe again, this mystery


In the shadow of the cross

We see our shame for what it was

And feel Your heart, Your heart of grace


We see Your power breaking through

And all that we've become in You

We breathe again, this mystery


Up from the grave

Now raised to life

Oh Son of God

We lift You high


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