" If We Are the Body " received positive reviews from music critics . Kim Jones of About.com noted it as a " highlight " from '' Casting Crowns '' . Andy Argyrakis of '' CCM Magazine '' said that the song " commands attention " of lead singer Mark Hall . Belinda S. Ayers of Christian Broadcasting Network described it as " powerful " and " catchy " . Steve Best of '' Cross Rhythms '' felt it was an example of Casting Crowns being " more ... than rock bluster " . Russ Breimeier of The Fish felt " If We Are the Body " evokes " Michael Card and Keith Green " in its lyrical message . At the 35th GMA Dove Awards , " If We Are the Body " was nominated for the awards for Song of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year
35th GMA Dove Awards
35th GMA Dove Awards
If We Are the Body