Rótulo Não Salva (No Céu Só Entra Lavado)
Mattos Nascimento
Unity in Faith: A Call Beyond Denominations
Mattos Nascimento's song "Rótulo Não Salva (No Céu Só Entra Lavado)" addresses the divisions and conflicts within Christian churches due to denominational differences. The lyrics highlight how Satan exploits these divisions to create confusion and weaken the faith of believers. Nascimento emphasizes that the name of a church or its denomination holds no significance in the eyes of God. Instead, what truly matters is faith in Jesus Christ and being cleansed by His blood.
The song criticizes the ignorance and judgmental attitudes that arise from denominational pride. Nascimento points out that some believers refuse to attend certain churches based on their names, which he views as a form of ignorance. He stresses that salvation comes from a personal relationship with Jesus and not from the specific church one attends. The repeated refrain, "No céu só entra lavado pelo sangue de Jesus" (In heaven, only those washed by the blood of Jesus will enter), reinforces this central message.
Nascimento also calls for unity among Christians, urging them to focus on evangelism and working for the Lord rather than getting caught up in denominational labels. He advises believers to stop judging each other and to seek personal spiritual growth. The song concludes with a reminder that Jesus desires a united church, and that salvation is not tied to any particular denomination but to faith in Jesus Christ. This message is a powerful call for Christians to look beyond labels and work together in their shared mission of spreading the gospel.