Few modern worship songs capture the majesty and reverence of Christ’s kingship as beautifully as “All Hail King Jesus” by Bethel Music. This powerful anthem, written by Jeremy Riddle, Peter Mattis, Ran Jackson, and Steffany Gretzinger, invites worshippers to stand in awe of the crucified and risen Savior.
In this post, we’ll walk through the lyrics of “All Hail King Jesus”, explore the biblical themes behind the song, and see how churches are using it to draw people into deeper worship.
All Hail King Jesus Lyrics
Here is the central chorus that anchors the song:
All hail King Jesus
All hail the Lord of Heaven and Earth
All hail King Jesus
All hail the Savior of the world
The verses lead worshippers into the story of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross and the awe of heaven as creation responds to His victory. The song builds dynamically, moving from quiet reverence to passionate praise.
LYRICS
Verse 1
There was a moment
When the lights went out
When death had claimed its victory
The King of love
Had given up His life
The darkest day in history
Verse 2
There on a cross
They made for sinners
For every curse
His blood atoned
One final breath
And it was finished
But not the end
We could have known
Pre Chorus
For the Earth began to shake
And the veil was torn
What sacrifice was made
As the heavens roared
Chorus
All hail King Jesus
All hail the Lord
Of Heaven and Earth
All hail King Jesus
All hail the Savior
Of the world
Verse 3
There was a moment
When the sky lit up
A flash of light breaking through
When all was lost
He crossed eternity
The King of life
Was on the move
Pre Chorus
For in a dark cold tomb
Where our Lord was laid
One miraculous breath
And we’re forever changed
Chorus
All hail King Jesus
All hail the Lord
Of Heaven and Earth
All hail King Jesus
All hail the Savior
Of the world
Bridge
Let every knee come bow
Before the King of Kings
Let every tongue
Confess that He is Lord
Lift up your shout
Let us join with all of Heaven
Refrain
Singing holy
Refrain
Cry out holy
Refrain
Singing holy
Chorus
All hail King Jesus
All hail the Lord
Of Heaven and Earth
All hail King Jesus
All hail the Savior
Of the world
The Meaning Behind the Song
Bethel’s “All Hail King Jesus” is more than just a worship song, it’s a declaration of Christ’s victory over sin and death. Some main themes include:
- The Cross as the Center of History: The lyrics recount the moment of Christ’s death and resurrection, echoing Matthew 27:50–54 where the earth shook and the veil was torn.
- Universal Worship: Every line points to the truth that all creation bows in reverence before the risen King Philippians 2:10–11.
- Jesus as Savior of the World: The song highlights John 3:16, celebrating Christ’s sacrificial love that brings salvation.
It’s a song of surrender, awe, and proclamation, reminding the church of the weight and glory of Jesus’ Lordship.
Some Verses Connected to the Lyrics
This song draws heavily from Scripture. A few key passages include:
- Matthew 27:51–52: “The curtain of the temple was torn in two… the earth shook, the rocks split and the tombs broke open.”
- Philippians 2:10–11: “…that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow… and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord.”
- Revelation 5:13: “To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!”
Final Thoughts
Bethel Music’s “All Hail King Jesus” is a song that captures both the sorrow of the cross and the triumph of the resurrection. Its lyrics lead worshippers to join the eternal chorus of heaven, declaring Jesus as King and Savior.
Whether you’re a worship leader planning an Easter set, or a believer looking for a powerful song of devotion, this anthem reminds us of the awe-inspiring truth: Jesus reigns as King of all.
