Rocha Eterna

The song 'Rocha Eterna,' performed by Harpa Cristã, is a hymn that expresses a deep sense of reliance on and devotion to Jesus Christ, seen as an unshakeable rock and savior. The lyrics convey a message of salvation and the belief that human efforts are insufficient for redemption; only through Jesus can one be saved. The title itself, which translates to 'Eternal Rock,' symbolizes Jesus as a steadfast and enduring foundation for the believer's faith.

The verses of the song acknowledge the futility of personal deeds ('Minhas obras, eu bem sei / Nada valem ante a lei') in achieving salvation, emphasizing the idea that no amount of work or tears can earn grace. This reflects the Christian doctrine of salvation by faith alone, rather than by works. The singer declares their unworthiness and impurity, relying entirely on Jesus' love and the cleansing power of his sacrifice ('No Teu sangue, ó Salvador / Lava um pobre pecador').

The final stanza contemplates the inevitability of death and the hope for eternal refuge in Jesus ('Quando a morte me chamar / E ante Ti me apresentar'). The repetition of the opening lines reinforces the central theme of the hymn: the belief in Jesus Christ as the only means of salvation and protection against eternal damnation. The song is a prayerful plea for mercy and a declaration of faith in the redemptive power of Christ's sacrifice on the cross.