Bought by the blood | Acts 2:42 | Benedict M | Translated from Kreesthesu Prabhuvu Thana Raktamichi

"Blessed Are They" is an English adaptation and translation of the beloved Telugu Hebron hymn "Kreesthesu Prabhuvu Thana Raktamichi" (క్రీస్తేసు ప్రభువు తనరక్తమిచ్చి) Rooted in the powerful message of Acts 2:42, this worship anthem honors the church purchased by the precious blood of Jesus Christ. It captures the four foundational pillars of early church fellowship: continuing in the apostles' doctrine, steadfast fellowship, the breaking of bread, and unceasing prayer. 📖 Biblical Inspiration (Acts 2:42): "And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers." (KJV) Chorus: Celebrating the blessedness of those redeemed and gathered by the blood of Christ. Verse 1: Standing firm in the doctrine taught by the apostles through the Holy Spirit. Verse 2: Growing together in holy fellowship with the saints in Christ. Verse 3: Proclaiming the Lord’s death and resurrection through Communion. Verse 4: Overcoming darkness and the schemes of the enemy through earnest prayer. Verse 5: Eagerly anticipating the second coming of Jesus Christ with everlasting joy. 📜 English Song Lyrics: [Chorus] Oh, blessed are they who find their place, Within His church, embraced by grace. Bought by the blood He freely gave, He gave His life our souls to save. Oh, blessed are they, forever His own, The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs alone! [Verse 1] They hold to the truth the apostles taught, And cherish the faith the Spirit brought. With heavenly power, they firmly stand, A holy flock safe in His hand. [Chorus] Oh, blessed are they who find their place, Within His church, embraced by grace. Bought by the blood He freely gave, He gave His life our souls to save. Oh, blessed are they, forever His own, The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs alone! [Verse 2] In pure fellowship, standing side by side, With saints of the Lord who in Him abide. They flourish and grow in His perfect peace, In Jesus our Savior, where blessings increase. [Chorus] Oh, blessed are they who find their place, Within His church, embraced by grace. Bought by the blood He freely gave, He gave His life our souls to save. Oh, blessed are they, forever His own, The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs alone! [Verse 3] They share in the cup and the broken bread, Remembering tears that the Savior shed. They boldly proclaim His sorrow and pain, And how He arose from the shadows again! [Chorus] Oh, blessed are they who find their place, Within His church, embraced by grace. Bought by the blood He freely gave, He gave His life our souls to save. Oh, blessed are they, forever His own, The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs alone! [Verse 4] They never surrender, they gather to pray, To chase all the schemes of the devil away. Together in spirit, they enter the fight, And bind up the darkness with heavenly light. [Chorus] Oh, blessed are they who find their place, Within His church, embraced by grace. Bought by the blood He freely gave, He gave His life our souls to save. Oh, blessed are they, forever His own, The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs alone! [Verse 5] They wait for the day when the heavens will part, With eternal joy awake in their heart. To the ends of the earth, their voices will ring, Declaring the glory of Jesus the King! [Chorus] Oh, blessed are they who find their place, Within His church, embraced by grace. Bought by the blood He freely gave, He gave His life our souls to save. Oh, blessed are they, forever His own, The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs alone! [Outro] The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs alone... Bought by His blood... Safe by His throne.