Casting Crowns is a prominent contemporary Christian music and rock band formed in 1999 in Daytona Beach, Florida, by youth pastor and lead vocalist Mark Hall.
The band initially started as a student worship group at First Baptist Church and later relocated to Stockbridge, Georgia, where several members serve as ministers at Eagle’s Landing First Baptist Church.
About the Song
Scars In Heaven is a moving contemporary Christian song that addresses grief, loss, and hope. The song was inspired by his personal experience of watching his grandparents pass away and witnessing his mother’s grief during that time.
The lyrics comfort those mourning loved ones, emphasizing that true healing and peace are found in Jesus’s presence.
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Released | June 4, 2021 |
| Album | Healer (Deluxe) (2022) |
| Writers | Mark Hall & Matthew West |
| Producers | NA |
Scars In Heaven Lyrics by Casting Crowns
Verse 1
If I had only known the last time would be the last time
I would have put off all the things I had to do
I would have stayed a little longer, held on a little tighter
Now what I’d give for one more day with you
Verse 2
‘Cause there’s a wound here in my heart where something’s missing
And they tell me that it’s gonna heal with time
But I know you’re in a place where all your wounds have been erased
And knowing yours are healed is healing minе
Chorus
The only scars in Heaven, thеy won’t belong to me and you
There’ll be no such thing as broken and all the old will be made new
And the thought that makes me smile now even as the tears fall down
Is that the only scars in Heaven are on the Hands that hold you now
Verse 3
I know the road you walked was anything but easy
You picked up your share of scars along the way
Oh, but now you’re standing in the sun, you’ve fought your fight and your race is run
The pain is all a million miles away
Chorus
The only scars in Heaven, they won’t belong to me and you
There’ll be no such thing as broken and all the old will be made new
And the thought that makes me smile now even as the tears fall down
Is that the only scars in Heaven, yeah, are on the Hands that hold you now
Bridge
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, for the Hands that hold you now
Verse 4
There’s not a day goes by that I don’t see you
You live on in all the better parts of me
Until I’m standing with you in the sun, I’ll fight this fight and this race I’ll run
Until I finally see what you can see, oh-oh
Chorus
The only scars in Heaven, they won’t belong to me and you
There’ll be no such thing as broken and all the old will be made new
And the thought that makes me smile now even as the tears fall down
Is that the only scars in Heaven are on the Hands that hold you now
Live Performance at The Ryman
Similar Songs Like Scars In Heaven
Here are several songs similar to Scars In Heaven by Casting Crowns, with descriptions:
- Broken Together: Addresses the pain and imperfection in relationships, encouraging couples to accept their brokenness and seek healing together through faith and honesty.
- Song of a Broken Heart: This song reflects on the struggles of carrying emotional wounds, offering comfort and hope that God understands and heals even the deepest hurts.
- Praise You in This Storm: It focuses on finding faith and praising God amid life’s storms, reminding listeners that God is present and comforting even in the most difficult moments.
- East to West: This song explores the theme of forgiveness, expressing gratitude for God’s mercy and the assurance that our sins are as far removed as the east is from the west.
Similar Artists Like Casting Crowns
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can Scars In Heaven be Used at Funerals or Memorials?
Yes, the song is often played at funerals and memorials to offer hope and comfort to grieving families.
What Inspired the Lyrics of Scars In Heaven?
Mark Hall wrote the song after witnessing his mother’s grief while caring for his grandparents before they passed away.
