This song all came out of the book of Titus (& the vast majority of it from Titus 3). Just like the book that provided it's content, this song wrestles with the stresses of this life and glories in God's grace which freely saves us, and then fuels us on to live for the sake of His glory despite the circumstances that may befall us.
lyrics
Verse 1:
We submit as pilgrims passing
Through this devastated land
Longing for a home that's promised
By the One with pierced hands
Showing love to one another
Even those who may oppress
For we all were foolish villains
But by grace we are in Christ
Pre-Chorus:
For when Your kindness and Your love appeared, oh God
Chorus:
You saved us!
Not based on our deeds
Your mercy
For our pardon pleads
The Spirit
Has washed and renewed
All who trust in Christ for eternal life
For You saved us!
You saved us!
Verse 2:
The rebellious and religious
Still seek to assail Your Church
May Your perfect Truth reprove them
May the Gospel make them pure
By Your grace You’ve made us righteous
Bound with Christ we’ve been made heirs
Blessed with hope of life eternal
And now nothing can compare
Verse 3:
May Your love forever drive us
To dispense Your Holy Word
So that all who trust in Jesus
May live boldly for You, Lord
Help us flee from pride and factions
May our words be full of grace
Guard our hearts from all distractions
Through us, show the world Your face
credits
from My Surety Stands,
released May 6, 2014
Lisa Kelly: BG vocals
James Murray: BG vocals
John Benitez: Drums
Cole Garrett: Bass
Travis Ham: lyrics & music, lead vocal, guitars, keys
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