Stand
Standing Strong: Embracing Faith in the Face of Adversity
Lyrics
Who will I be when trouble comes callin' for me?
Reflecting on identity and response during challenging times.
Will I live the way I believe
Contemplating alignment between beliefs and actions.
When I'm backed up against the wall?
Facing a difficult situation and questioning one's choices.
What kind of heart do I have in my chest?
Examining the nature of the heart in terms of priorities.
Does it beat for my Savior or just for my flesh?
Questioning whether the heart is devoted to God or worldly desires.
What will I do in the moment that everything falls?
Considering one's actions when everything seems to go wrong.
CHORUS 1
Introduction of the first chorus.
I'm gonna stand in a world that's breaking
Commitment to stand firm in a world undergoing challenges.
Stand for a truth unchanging
Standing for an unwavering truth.
I'm not ashamed, I've considered the cost
Expressing readiness despite potential difficulties.
I'll stand right here at the foot of the cross, and stand
Determined to stand at the symbolic foot of the cross, a place of faith.
They can call me a fool
Anticipating potential criticism for faith-driven decisions.
Or stubborn for following You
Willingness to be labeled a fool or stubborn for following God.
For trusting without any proof
Choosing to trust without requiring tangible proof.
But I've seen you here through it all
Affirmation of witnessing God's presence through various experiences.
So what kind of person do I wanna be?
Contemplating personal values and character.
Am I committed to you or committed to me?
Questioning commitment to God versus self-interest.
What will I choose the second that everything falls?
Considering choices in moments of crisis.
CHORUS 2
Introduction of the second chorus.
I'm gonna stand in a world that's breaking
Reiterating commitment to stand amidst a broken world.
Stand for a truth unchanging
Steadfastness for an unchanging truth.
I'm not ashamed, I've considered the cost
Acknowledging without shame the perceived cost of faith.
I'll stand right here at the foot of the cross, and stand
Reaffirming the decision to stand at the foot of the cross.
Stand
Repetition emphasizing the act of standing.
I'm not ashamed, I've considered the cost
Restating a lack of shame despite the perceived cost.
I'll stand right here at the foot of the cross
Reiteration of commitment at the symbolic cross.
BRIDGE
Introduction of the bridge.
And stand up for the One who gave everything
Commitment to stand for the One who sacrificed everything.
Stand up because You deserve all of me
Standing up as a tribute to God who deserves complete devotion.
Not gonna give up, I'm not gonna give in
Determination to persist and not yield to challenges.
And if it takes all I am
Willingness to give everything for the cause.
CHORUS 1
Reprise of the first chorus with a reference to Jesus.
Jesus, I will stand
Explicit commitment to stand for Jesus despite potential challenges.
I'm not ashamed, I've considered the cost
Restating the lack of shame and acknowledging the cost.
I'll stand right here at the foot of the cross, and stand
Final reaffirmation of standing at the symbolic foot of the cross.
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