Elevation Worship is a worship band from Elevation Church in Charlotte. They started in 2007 and have made a big impact in church music.

The band leads worship every week and travels to perform at events. Their songs focus on faith and life’s challenges.

Elevation Worship wants to help people connect to something greater through music that speaks from the heart.

About the Song

Graves Into Gardens (Live) is a powerful worship song by Elevation Worship, featuring Brandon Lake. It talks about how difficult moments can lead to something better.

The lyrics highlight faith, strength, and the idea that change is always possible with God. Its mix of soft verses and bold choruses helps it reach people on many levels.

Graves Into Gardens (Live) Lyrics

Verse 1

I searched the world
But it couldn’t fill me
Man’s empty praise and treasures that fade are never enough
Then You came along
And put me back together
And every desire is now satisfied
Here in Your love (Hey)

Chorus

Oh, there’s nothing better than You
There’s nothing better than You
Lord, there’s nothing
Nothing is better than You

Interlude

Oh, yes, I know it’s true
Come on, stand up

Verse 2

I’m not afraid
To show You my weakness
My failures and flaws
Lord, You’ve seen them all
And You still call me friend
‘Cause the God of the mountain
Is the God of the valley
There’s not a place Your mercy and grace
Won’t find me again

Chorus

Oh, there’s nothing better than You
There’s nothing (Oh) better than You
Lord, there’s nothing
Nothing is better than You (I know it’s true)
Oh, there’s nothing better than You (Somebody testify)
There’s nothing better than you (Oh, there’s nothing, nothing, no)
Lord, there’s nothing
Nothing is better than You

Interlude

Faith has made a way for you all so you can sing this
Come on, tear the roof off

Bridge

You turn mourning to dancing
You give beauty for ashes
You turn shame into glory
You’re the only one who can (Come on)
You turn mourning to dancing
You give beauty for ashes
You turn shame into glory (Tell ’em now)
You’re the only one who can (Let’s turn the graves)
You turn graves into gardens
You turn bones into armies
You turn seas into highways
You’re the only one who can (He’s the only Lord)
You’re the only one who can

Chorus

Oh, there’s nothing (Come on, choir) better than You
There’s nothing better than You
Lord, there’s nothing
Nothing is better than You (Search and not found)
Oh, there’s nothing better than You
There’s nothing better than you (Oh, there’s nothing)
Lord, there’s nothing
Nothing is better than You

Interlude

Oh, come on, let’s turn our graves into a garden, say:

Bridge

You turn graves into gardens
You turn bones into armies
You turn seas into highways
You’re the only one who can (Turn to graves)
You turn graves into gardens (Turn your bones into an army)
You turn bones into armies (He’s makin’ waves through the seas)
You turn seas into highways
You’re the only one who can
You’re the only one who can (Praise to the Lord)
You’re the only one who can
You’re the only one who can

Interlude

Somebody give Him praise in this house
Woo
I don’t think we’re finished yet, come on
I think He’s turning some things over tonight
You turn my mourning into dancing, come on:

Bridge

You turn mourning to dancing (Yeah)
You give beauty for ashes (Shame into glory)
You turn shame into glory (Say it, the only name)
You’re the only one who can (Oh, He’s turnin’ my grave)
You turn graves into gardens
You turn bones into armies (He’s makin’ waves through the seas)
You turn seas into highways (You’re the only)
You’re the only one who can (Come on, one more time, you turn my grave into a garden)
You turn graves into gardens (You’re resurrectin’ bones)
You turn bones into armies (You’re makin’ waves through my sea)
You turn seas into highways (Shout it out, You’re the only)
You’re the only one who can (You’re the only)
You’re the only one who can (You’re the only)
You’re the only one who can

Outro

Jesus, You’re the only one
Come on, give Him one more shout of praise

Similar Songs Like Grave Into Gardens

If the message of the Grave Into Gardens speaks to you, the following songs follow a similar path, with strong vocals and themes of rising above hardship and holding on through faith:

• “RATTLE!“: This high-energy song is about new life and rising from what feels lost. It draws from the vision of dry bones, reminding us that nothing is beyond revival.
• “See a Victory“: A steady reminder that good can still come during hard times. It encourages trust in what can’t yet be seen, even when the outcome feels uncertain.
• “Lion“: With fierce sound and strong lyrics, this song brings a sense of courage and power. It paints a picture of bold faith that doesn’t back down.

Similar Bands like Elevation Worship

These artists share a similar approach, creating songs that lift the spirit, support reflection, and carry lasting messages for everyday life:

• Bethel Music
  Genre: Contemporary Worship
  Top Album: You Make Me Brave (2014)
• Maverick City Music
  Genre: Gospel / Contemporary Worship
  Top Album: Maverick City Vol. 3 Part 1 (2020)
• Hillsong Worship
  Genre: Contemporary Worship
  Top Album: No Other Name (2014)
• Passion Music
  Genre: Contemporary Worship
  Top Album: Whole Heart (2018)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who Sings the Lead Vocals on the Track?

Brandon Lake performs the lead vocals on the original version of the song.

Has Graves Into Gardens Won Any Awards?

While the song itself has not won major awards, it reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart and has been certified platinum.

Is Graves Into Gardens Based on a Bible Verse?

Yes, the song references several stories from the Bible, including Ezekiel 37’s “Valley of Dry Bones” and the resurrection themes in the New Testament.