“New Creation” is an uplifting and celebratory track that highlights the transformation and renewal that comes from being in Christ. Inspired by 2 Corinthians 5:17 and Ephesians 4:22-24, this song emphasizes the new identity believers have in Christ and the call to live out this newness in righteousness and holiness. It celebrates the freedom and new life that comes through Christ’s sacrifice and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Song Devotion:

New Creation: Embracing Our Transformed Identity in Christ

Scriptural Foundation:

• 2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
• Ephesians 4:22-24: “You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”
• Galatians 2:20: “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”

Devotional Thoughts:

“New Creation” invites us to celebrate and embrace the profound transformation that takes place when we come to Christ. As new creations, we are called to live in the reality of our renewed identity, shedding the old self and walking in righteousness and holiness. This song is a declaration of the freedom and new life found in Christ and a prayer for intercessors to fully live out their transformed identity.

Lyrics

New Creation

Narration (Scripture Reading over Em and C)

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! (2 Corinthians 5:17) 

You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. (Ephesians 4:22-24)

Verse 1

We are a new creation, the old has passed away 
Transformed by Your salvation, we live in Your new day
Casting off our old ways, we’re clothed in righteousness 
Renewed in mind and spirit, in Your holiness

 Chorus

New creation, we are born again 
Walking in Your light, free from every chain 
New creation, Your love has set us free 
In Your grace and truth, we find our identity

Verse 2

In You, we find our purpose, our lives are in Your hands 
Empowered by Your Spirit, we follow Your commands
No longer bound by darkness, we shine Your holy light 
Reflecting Your perfection, in the power of Your might

Pre-Chorus

We decree Your victory 
We proclaim Your majesty

Chorus

New creation, we are born again 
Walking in Your light, free from every chain 
New creation, Your love has set us free
In Your grace and truth, we find our identity

Bridge

In the courts of heaven, we stand 
As Your children, we command 
In the Spirit, we declare 
Your kingdom come, Your glory shared 

Chorus

New creation, we are born again 
Walking in Your light, free from every chain 
New creation, Your love has set us free 
In Your grace and truth, we find our identity

Outro

We are a new creation, the old has passed away 
Transformed by Your salvation, we live in Your new day
Casting off our old ways, we’re clothed in righteousness 
Renewed in mind and spirit, in Your holiness

Lead Sheet

• Key: G Major
• Time Signature: 4/4
• Tempo: 78 BPM (Moderate, celebratory worship)

Storyboard descriptions for music video

Intro:

• Music: Soft, ambient pad with gentle piano chords, creating a serene and reflective atmosphere.
• Visuals: A dark screen slowly brightens to reveal a butterfly emerging from a cocoon. The camera zooms in to show the transformation up close.
• Mood: Tranquility, anticipation of transformation.

Narration (Scripture Reading over G and C):

• Music: Gentle piano and pad continue, with a slight rise in volume as the narration progresses.
• Visuals: Text appears on the screen, displaying 2 Corinthians 5:17. As each verse is read, the butterfly spreads its wings and begins to fly.
• Mood: Reverence, inspiration, and divine transformation.

Verse 1

• Music: Guitar joined by soft strings, creating a warm and inviting sound.
• Visuals: The camera follows the butterfly as it flies through a vibrant, blooming garden. People are seen walking through the garden, each touched by the beauty around them.
• Mood: Intimacy, the beginning of transformation through Christ.

Chorus

• Music: Full band enters with drums, bass, and strings, creating a powerful, uplifting sound.
• Visuals: The garden flourishes with vibrant flowers and trees, symbolizing the new life in Christ. People are seen rejoicing and embracing the transformation.
• Mood: Triumph, joy, and the celebration of new life.

Verse 2

• Music: The intensity slightly pulls back, with a focus on guitar and strings.
• Visuals: More people join in the garden, each experiencing their own transformation. They help each other, sharing their stories and spreading the message of new creation.
• Mood: Community, collective experience of God’s transformation.

Pre-Chorus:

• Music: Drums build with a crescendo, adding a sense of urgency and anticipation.
• Visuals: The camera focuses on individuals’ faces, showing their joy and connection. The light in the garden grows brighter.
• Mood: Determination, rising action.

Chorus

• Music: The full band returns with even greater intensity, emphasizing the song’s climax.
• Visuals: The garden is now fully illuminated, with light spreading to the surrounding forests and hills. The sky brightens, symbolizing the overwhelming power of God’s transformation.Mood: Exhilaration, victory, and overwhelming joy.

Bridge

• Music: A quieter, more reflective section with soft vocals, piano, and strings.
• Visuals: Close-ups of individuals praying and worshiping, their faces lit with a soft glow. The scene transitions to show light entering homes, workplaces, and cities.
• Mood: Contemplation, deep worship, and connection to God.

Chorus

• Music: The intensity builds again, returning to the full band for a final, triumphant rendition of the chorus.
• Visuals: The camera pulls back to show the entire garden illuminated, with light spreading across the landscape. People everywhere are seen rejoicing and worshiping.
• Mood: Celebration, global unity in the light of Christ.

Outro

• Music: The music gradually fades, returning to the soft ambient pad and piano from the intro.
• Visuals: The scene fades to a bright white light, symbolizing God’s eternal presence. The final shot shows the text “New Creation” with the reference to 2 Corinthians 5:17.
• Mood: Peace, fulfillment, and the lasting impact of God’s transformation.