Lyrics
Praise the Lord! Hallelu! I don't care what the devil's gonna do!
The Word in faith is my sword and shield,
And Jesus is Lord of the way I feel
Tho' the vict'ry shall not blossom,
'Tho there be no grapes up on the vine,
'Tho the olive tree shall cast its fruit and the field shall yield no grain to grind,
'Tho the flock shall all be scattered and there be no cattle in the stall,
The Lord is still my joy and strength and by His Word He'll change it all
Praise the Lord! Hallelu! I don't care what the devil's gonna do!
The Word in faith is my sword and shield,
And Jesus is Lord of the way I feel.
The Spirit of the Lord is here and He has anointed me
To tell the news to ev'ry one: He's come to set the captive free!
So, if you're broken hearted but tired of all those chains you wear,
The Lord is here to heal you now and bring the pow'r that holds you there.
Praise the Lord! Hallelu! I don't care what the devil's gonna do!
The Word in faith is my sword and shield,
And Jesus is Lord of the way I feel.
Video
Meaning & Inspiration
“Jesus Is Lord of the Way I Feel” joins defiant praise with confidence in God’s word. The chorus treats faith as both defense and declaration, refusing to let threatening circumstances determine worship. Its first verse draws directly from Habakkuk’s picture of failed crops, empty fields, and vacant stalls, yet retains joy in the Lord as strength. That contrast gives the song a sturdy theme: praise rests on God’s character rather than visible abundance.
The later verse turns toward freedom, healing, and good news for those held captive. Its language closely follows Luke 4:18, where Jesus announces good news, liberty, and restoration under the Spirit’s anointing. Habakkuk 3:17–19 supplies the clearest setting for the earlier images and for rejoicing amid loss. Together, these passages connect the song’s energetic refrain with biblical declarations of trust. The lyrics present faith not as denial of hardship, but as confidence that God remains the source of joy, strength, healing, and freedom.
Related Scripture
- Habakkuk 3:17-19 Habakkuk rejoices in God despite failed crops, empty fields, and absent livestock.
- Luke 4:18 Jesus announces good news, freedom for captives, and restoration under the Spirit’s anointing.