The Anthem

Planetshakers' song 'The Anthem' is a powerful declaration of faith and victory through Jesus Christ. The lyrics emphasize the healing and freedom believers receive through Jesus' sacrifice. The opening lines, 'By His stripes, we are healed / By His nail pierced hands, we're free,' reference the crucifixion of Jesus, highlighting the belief that His suffering and death brought physical and spiritual healing to humanity. The mention of being 'washed clean' by His blood signifies the cleansing of sins, a core tenet of Christian faith, leading to the ultimate victory over sin and death.

The song continues to celebrate the breaking of sin's power and the freedom won by Jesus. 'The power of sin is broken / Jesus overcame it all' speaks to the Christian belief in Jesus' triumph over sin through His resurrection. This victory is not just a past event but a present reality for believers, as emphasized by the repeated declaration, 'Jesus has won it all.' The chorus, with its resounding 'Hallelujah,' is a jubilant expression of gratitude and praise for this victory.

The latter part of the song shifts focus to the resurrection and the exalted status of Jesus. 'Death could not hold You down / You are the Risen King' celebrates the resurrection, a cornerstone of Christian faith, affirming that Jesus conquered death and now reigns in majesty. The repeated affirmation that 'Our God is risen / He is alive' reinforces the belief in a living, reigning Savior who has secured eternal victory for His followers. This song serves as both a worship anthem and a reminder of the hope and triumph found in the Christian faith.