During the next two decades Carman changed the face of Christian music and evolved contemporary evangelism into what it is today. Carman established "Carman World Outreach," a non-profit organization that helps touch the lives of literally millions of people worldwide. Billboard Magazine recognized Carman's influence in Christian music by first naming him "Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year" in 1990. He has received numerous gold and platinum albums and videos. Even with all this success, the heartbeat of this Champion for Christ continues to beat strong for the souls of people who need Jesus. As an outflow of this passion, Carman had more than 50,000 people attend his "Music for Peace" crusade in Johannesburg, South Africa. These numbers topped the charts as his largest concert crusade ever, until more than 70,000 people packed the legendary Texas Stadium, making it the largest Christian concert in history.
For over 26 years, Carman has entertained, encouraged and preached the Gospel to millions-crossing denominational, cultural and ethnic lines. During this time, he has never compromised the call to take the Gospel to every person.
Carman died on February 16, 2021 (28 days after his 65th birthday) in a Las Vegas hospital, after a series of complications resulting from surgery to repair a hiatal hernia. He was survived by his ex-wife, five stepchildren and ten step-grandchildren.
Nothing But The Blood
Carman Lyrics
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Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
What can make me whole again?
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
O precious is the flow
That makes me bright as snow;
No other fount I know;
For my pardon this I see:
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
For my cleansing this my plea:
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
O precious is the flow
That makes me bright as snow;
No other fount I know;
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Nothing can for sin atone:
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Naught of good that I have done:
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
O precious is the flow
That makes me bright as snow;
No other fount I know;
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
This is all my hope and peace:
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
This is all my righteousness:
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
O precious is the flow
That makes me bright as snow;
No other fount I know;
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
The lyrics to Carman's song Nothing But The Blood are a powerful declaration of the cleansing and atoning power of Jesus Christ's blood. The repetition of the phrase "nothing but the blood of Jesus" reinforces the central message that there is no other way to wash away sin and make one whole again. The first two lines of the song pose the question, "What can wash away my sin? What can make me whole again?" and the answer given is "Nothing but the blood of Jesus." The third and fourth lines emphasize the preciousness of Christ's blood as the only fount that can make one "bright as snow."
The second verse of the song focuses on the concepts of pardon and cleansing. The singer asserts that their pardon can only come from the blood of Jesus, and their plea for cleansing is likewise nothing but the blood of Jesus. The third verse continues the theme of the exclusivity of the blood of Christ for atonement, stating that nothing else can pay for or for sin except for the blood of Jesus. The final verse speaks to the singer's hope, peace, and righteousness, all of which come solely from the blood of Jesus.
In conclusion, Carman's Nothing But The Blood is a moving hymn that focuses on the powerful and exclusive atoning power of Jesus Christ's blood. The repetition of the phrase "nothing but the blood" reinforces the central message that there is no other way to wash away sin and make one whole again, and the references to the preciousness of Christ's blood serve to emphasize this important point.
Line by Line Meaning
What can wash away my sin?
I am seeking a way to cleanse my soul of sin.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Only the blood of Jesus has the power to purify me.
What can make me whole again?
I am looking for a way to be made complete and healed.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Only the blood of Jesus has the ability to bring me wholeness and restoration.
O precious is the flow
The blood of Jesus is valuable and important.
That makes me bright as snow;
It has the power to make me pure and clean, like untainted snow.
No other fount I know;
I have not found any other source that can accomplish what the blood of Jesus can.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Once again, emphasizing that only the blood of Jesus can bring about this transformation.
For my pardon this I see:
I understand that I need forgiveness for my sins.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
And once again, I know that it is only through the blood of Jesus that I can obtain this pardon.
For my cleansing this my plea:
I am requesting that I be made clean and pure.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
And again, affirming that only the blood of Jesus can accomplish this cleansing.
Nothing can for sin atone:
There is no other way to make up for or pay for sin.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Once again, underscoring the unique power of the blood of Jesus to atone for sins.
Naught of good that I have done:
I understand that my own good works or actions cannot make up for sin.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Emphasizing again that the only solution is the blood of Jesus, not anything I can do myself.
This is all my hope and peace:
My hope and peace comes solely from the power of the blood of Jesus.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Reaffirming that there is nothing else that can give me the hope and peace I need.
This is all my righteousness:
The blood of Jesus is what makes me righteous and worthy of salvation.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Once again, affirming that there is nothing else that can accomplish this righteousness.
O precious is the flow
Stress that the flow of Jesus' blood is of inestimable value and must be highly regarded.
That makes me bright as snow;
It is the only way to make me white and clean again.
No other fount I know;
Clearly attest that no other means can get me to purity other than the blood of Jesus
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Reaffirming again that the only way to obtain the desired result is through the blood of Jesus.
Contributed by Dylan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.