Disciple - Radical Lyrics
Lyrics
Till the day I die
Till the day I die (Isaiah 46:4)
Till the day I die I'll be a Radical (Romans 6:6-13; Mark 8:34-38)
It's easy to find one that will compromise (Matthew 24:12)
But it's not easy to find one that's willing to stand (1 Corinthians 10:12)
The road to hell is wide (Matthew 7:13)
But to heaven it's One Way, One Truth, One Life (John 14:6)
That's why we're not ashamed of the Name of Jesus (Romans 1:16)
And we don't care if the whole world sees us (Matthew 5:14-16)
From our chains He has set us free (Galatians 5:1; Romans 8:2)
And I could never repay what He has given to me (1 Peter 1:18-19)
I've been radically loved (John 3:16; Romans 5:8)
I've been radically changed (2 Corinthians 5:17)
By His Grace I have been radically saved (Ephesians 2:4-5)
And I'll live my life no other way (Philippians 1:21)
Till the day I die
With my heart, with my soul (Luke 10:27)
Till the day I die I'll be a Radical
With my blood, with my bones (Acts 20:24)
Till the day I die I'll be a Radical
It's easy to find someone that's willing to die
But it's not easy to find someone that's willing to live (Galatians 2:20)
I want to walk in His footsteps even if the world hates me (Matthew 10:22; John
15:18)
Ready to love and not afraid to forgive (John 13:34-35; Matthew 6:14)
Never ashamed of the Name of Jesus (2 Timothy 1:8)
And yeah we want the whole world to see us (Matthew 5:14-16)
See He's alive burning in our hearts (Colossians 1:27)
Offering Mercy with outstretched arms (2 Corinthians 5:18-21)
Till the day I die
With my heart, with my soul
Till the day I die I'll be a Radical
With my blood, with my bones
Till the day I die I'll be a Radical
To my friends, to my foes
Till the day I die I'll be a Radical
With my heart, with my soul
Till the day I die I'll be a Radical
Not just my mouth, but let my hands speak the Glory of God
Not just my mouth, but let my hands speak the Glory of God (Matthew 5:16;
James 1:22-25)
Video
Disciple: RADICAL (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on September 23, 2014, as a powerful track from their album *Attack*, Disciple’s "Radical" is an anthem that cuts straight to the core of what it means to live an unwavering Christian life in a world often hostile to faith. The song is a passionate declaration of lifelong devotion, a refusal to compromise belief, and a challenge to embrace a truly transformative journey with Christ. It paints a picture of commitment not as a fleeting emotion, but as a deep-seated conviction that redefines one’s entire existence, echoing the very essence of discipleship.
The central theme of "Radical" is a profound vow: to remain steadfast in faith "till the day I die." This isn't merely a casual promise; it's a testament to the unchanging nature of God’s love and grace, mirroring Isaiah 46:4, where God promises to sustain His people through old age. The song’s call to be "a Radical" is further clarified by verses like Romans 6:6-13 and Mark 8:34-38, inviting believers to die to their old selves, take up their cross daily, and follow Christ without reservation. It highlights the stark contrast between those who easily compromise their beliefs, a sign of the fading love prophesied in Matthew 24:12, and the rare individual willing to stand firm (1 Corinthians 10:12). This firm stance is crucial because, as Matthew 7:13 reminds us, the path of least resistance is broad, but the way to heaven is singularly defined by "One Way, One Truth, One Life," as Jesus declares in John 14:6.
This unwavering commitment fuels an open, unashamed witness. The song proclaims a refusal to be silent about the "Name of Jesus," a boldness rooted in Romans 1:16, where Paul declares he is not ashamed of the Gospel. It shrugs off societal judgment, embracing the call to be a light for the world (Matthew 5:14-16), letting the truth shine without reservation. This freedom to speak and live openly comes from being liberated from the chains of sin and the law, as expressed in Galatians 5:1 and Romans 8:2. The song acknowledges that this freedom, bought at an incalculable cost (1 Peter 1:18-19), can never truly be repaid, fostering a deep gratitude that compels a life of devotion. The driving force behind such a radical life is the experience of having been "radically loved" (John 3:16, Romans 5:8), "radically changed" (2 Corinthians 5:17), and "radically saved by His Grace" (Ephesians 2:4-5). This divine intervention transforms everything, leading to a decision to live "no other way" than for Christ (Philippians 1:21).
The profound declaration of commitment recurs, extending beyond mere mental assent to encompass the entirety of one's being: "With my heart, with my soul" (Luke 10:27), and "With my blood, with my bones" (Acts 20:24). This paints a picture of total surrender, a life poured out for God. The song then makes a powerful distinction: it’s easy to find someone willing to die, but not as easy to find someone willing to *live* for Christ. This profound statement aligns with Galatians 2:20, where Paul articulates that it is no longer he who lives, but Christ living through him. This radical life means walking in Jesus’ footsteps, even when it draws hatred from the world (Matthew 10:22, John 15:18), and actively living out His commands to love and forgive (John 13:34-35, Matthew 6:14). It is a life characterized by a vibrant inner reality, where Christ is "alive burning in our hearts" (Colossians 1:27), leading to an outward expression of God’s mercy with "outstretched arms" (2 Corinthians 5:18-21), ministering reconciliation to a lost world. Ultimately, "Radical" is a call to holistic faith, urging us beyond mere words. It emphasizes that our actions, our "hands," must speak the "Glory of God" just as much as our "mouths," reflecting the teaching of Matthew 5:16 and James 1:22-25, which underscore the vital link between faith and works. This song is a powerful challenge to embody Christian belief fully, actively, and without reservation, inspiring a purposeful walk of faith until life’s very end.