Evil lurks in the headlines, whispers in the night, A thief who comes to steal, to kill, destroy the light. Not flesh and blood we fight, but powers in the air, The world that pulls us under, the flesh that leads to snare. The enemy above, ancient liar from the start, But I hear the Captain calling: “Stand up, take heart!” He twists the truth, plants doubt like seeds in fertile ground, Accuses in the morning the thoughts he whispered down. The world says “Conform!”, the flesh cries “Indulge!”, The devil schemes destruction in the shadows where he prowls. But greater is the One who lives in me, I won’t be overcome—victory’s my decree! Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power… Put on the full armor of God, stand against the dark! Belt of truth around my waist, no more living a lie! Breastplate of righteousness, guarding this heart of mine, Feet fitted with the gospel peace, ready for the fight! Take up the shield of faith to quench the fiery darts, Helmet of salvation, protect my thoughts and heart! Sword of the Spirit— the Word of God I wield, In Jesus’ name, we overcome the field! Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome with good— By the blood and the cross, in His strength I stand! Devil, you’re defeated! (Your lies won’t hold me!) World, you have no power! (My eyes are on the King!) Flesh, you’ve been crucified! (I walk in the Spirit free!) Jesus is my armor—victory belongs to me! Short accounts with Heaven, confess and be made clean, Soak in the living Word, let His truth reign supreme! We stand! We fight! In the armor of light! No weapon formed against us shall prosper in the night! How can I resist evil in this battle for my soul? By the power of the risen Lord, I’m made whole! Overcome with good, let His glory be told, In the name above all names—Jesus, we hold! Stand firm! Stand strong! The darkness has to flee— For the rest of my life, I’m marching free!
