[Verse 1] Words like arrows, pierce my soul Twisted meanings take their toll "We love you," they say with a smile But their judgments pile mile after mile [Chorus] I'm tired, so tired of the fight Defending myself day and night Their voices echo, won't give me peace Lord, I'm begging for sweet release [Verse 2] They try to silence, cut out my tongue My words twisted 'til the battle's begun Fighting myself in this war they create Trapped in a maze with no escape [Verse 3] "Sinner," "Backslider," the labels they throw "Unschooled," "Stupid," how little they know "Shameful," "Failure," it cuts like a knife "Liar," "Idiot," - is this my life? [Repeat Chorus] [Bridge] I'm holding on, by a thread so thin Eyes on Jesus, but my sight grows dim Faith flickers like a candle in the wind Lord, please help me begin again [Verse 4] Their voices ring in my weary ears Drowning out hope with all my fears But I won't let their words define The person I am, this heart of mine [Repeat Chorus] [Outro] Lord, give me strength for one more day To rise above what others say Though I'm exhausted, I'll stand tall In Your love, is where I fall
