Chris Tomlin - Romans 16:19 Lyrics

This is a short scripture song built directly on Romans 16:19 and the verse that follows it. The repeated call to "Be excellent in what is good" and "Be innocent of evil" sets out a simple pattern of discernment, with wisdom about good and purity about wrongdoing placed side by side.

The chorus then moves to the promise in the next verse, that the God of Peace will crush Satan underfoot. Repetition makes the words easy to memorise, which suits a song meant for teaching and group singing rather than extended storytelling.

Because the lyrics stay close to the biblical text, the song works as a musical way to remember Paul's closing counsel to the Roman believers. The promise of victory is paired with an instruction about daily conduct, so the song presents holy living and confidence in God's peace as belonging together.