Igreja, Corpo de Cristo

The song 'Igreja, Corpo de Cristo' by Igreja Cristã Maranata is a worship hymn that celebrates the Christian concept of the Church as the body of Christ. The lyrics emphasize the sanctity and significance of the Church, which is described as having been 'bought with His blood,' a reference to the Christian belief in Jesus Christ's sacrificial death for the redemption of humanity. The personal declaration 'I belong to You' and 'Jesus has saved me!' reflects the individual's commitment to their faith and the salvation they believe they have received through Jesus Christ.

The second part of the song refers to the Church as the 'Glorious Church,' a term often used to describe the collective body of believers who are seen as pure and holy in the eyes of God. The Church is also metaphorically described as the 'bride of the Lord,' drawing from the biblical imagery of the relationship between Christ and the Church. The anticipation of Jesus' return to 'take His bride,' which is a common theme in Christian eschatology, is expressed with joy and eagerness. The repeated line 'Jesus is coming to take her, I am going with the Lord!' and the closing 'Come, Lord Jesus!' are expressions of the hope and longing for the Second Coming of Christ, a fundamental belief in many Christian denominations.

The song is a reflection of the beliefs and values of the Igreja Cristã Maranata, a Christian denomination that places a strong emphasis on the imminent return of Jesus Christ and the preparation of the Church for this event. The lyrics are imbued with themes of redemption, belonging, sanctity, and eschatological hope, which are central to the faith of the congregation. The song serves as a reminder to believers of their spiritual unity as part of the body of Christ and their shared anticipation of the fulfillment of biblical prophecy.