Kathryn Scott’s new album, I Belong, is a new CD that I’ve been enjoying, and wanted to pass on a few songs that could be used in a congregational setting. The CD is her first studio album.

Thank You for the Cross is the 3rd track on the album.

VERSE
Long before the world’s creation
You chose a people for yourself
You knew the times and places we’d be born
Though we chose sin’s separation
You already had a plan
To reconcile Your children through the cross

PRECHORUS
Look the Lamb of God
Who takes away our sins

CHORUS
Thank you, thank you
For Your love has saved us
Jesus, thank you, thank you for the cross
With our hearts on fire
And our hands raised high we’re singing
Thank you, thank you for the cross

Verse 2 talks about how Jesus has changed history, life, and death.

The melody might take a listen or two to learn, but still is reasonable for a congregation. Although her voice is very soothing the melody itself packs a good punch and could be pretty emphatic live.

It’s slightly unclear to say “You already had a plan to reconcile Your children through the cross” because it’s because of our reconciliation that we are adopted as children, but that doesn’t seem to be the point she’s making.

A great song.