We Test Every Voice, 1 John 4 16
1 John 4 16
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(Verse 1) In a world of shifting shadows, Where so many voices call, We are searching for the pure light That will stand when empires fall. We won't wander in the darkness, We won't follow every sound, For the truth is in the Savior, Where eternal life is found. (Chorus) We test every voice by the Word of our King, We fix our eyes on the hope that You bring. For Jesus has come in the flesh to redeem, The Son of the Father, Almighty, Supreme! Your Spirit within us will lead us along, And Jesus, Your name is our victory song! (Verse 2) Every spirit that confesses Christ has come to make us whole, Is the breath of God Almighty Bringing life unto the soul. So we anchor in Your promise, And we hold to what is true, Every idol falls away now As we lift our praise to You. (Chorus) We test every voice by the Word of our King, We fix our eyes on the hope that You bring. For Jesus has come in the flesh to redeem, The Son of the Father, Almighty, Supreme! Your Spirit within us will lead us along, And Jesus, Your name is our victory song! (Bridge) There is no other name! There is no other Lord! Jesus, the Son of God, Forevermore adored! There is no other name! There is no other Lord! Jesus, the Son of God, Forevermore adored! (Verse 3) So we turn from our sin and we lay down our crown, At the foot of the cross where Your mercy poured down. We surrender our lives, Jesus, take total control, Be the Lord of our hearts, be the King of our soul! We accept You as Savior, we bow at Your feet, In the light of Your grace, our redemption complete! (Chorus) [Full anthemic drop, maximum energy, backing choir] We test every voice by the Word of our King, We fix our eyes on the hope that You bring. For Jesus has come in the flesh to redeem, The Son of the Father, Almighty, Supreme! Your Spirit within us will lead us along, And Jesus, Your name is our victory song! (Outro) Jesus, Your name… Jesus, the Lord of all. We test every voice, We follow You alone. Amen, Amen.
Study notes
Main Themes and Message God's True Nature: Calling God "love" means His fundamental character is loving, benevolent, and relational. His ultimate proof of this love was sending Jesus Christ to save humanity. Knowing and Trusting Love: Believers must actively know, accept, and rely on (or "believe") this divine love in their daily lives rather than doubting it. Abiding (Living) in God: To "abide" or live in love means making God's love your permanent spiritual home. When you love others, you share in God's presence, and He actively lives and works through you. Removing Fear: When people truly understand and dwell in God's unconditional love, it removes their dread of judgment and replaces it with deep peace and confidence.