Neither Death nor Life
Neither death nor life nor angels nor powers
A simple, powerful musical setting of the great declaration of Romans 8:38-39 — nothing in all creation can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. The repetitive structure allows it to be used as a congregational response.
History & Background
Written by Marty Haugen (b.1950) in 1984, a direct musical setting of Romans 8:38-39.
Hymnal Appearances
- Evangelical Lutheran Worship — 622
- Gather 3rd Edition — 672
Bulletin Note
Neither Death nor Life — Marty Haugen, 1984
Preaching Connection
Romans 8:38-39 — nothing can separate us from the love of God; appropriate for funerals and general use.
Stanza Arc
The narrative or theological arc traced by this tune's stanzas: Commemoration of faithful women witnesses → gratitude for their example → Christological focus on Mary and women disciples → petition for courage to emulate their devotion
Themes
Romans 8 Assurance Funerals Contemporary