Foothills Collective - Life To The Lion Lyrics
Lyrics
It is finished, the death of the lamb
Gave life to the lion that roars in me
He is risen, the spirit of God
That conquered the grave has awakened me
The pain Jesus bore is now my robe of righteousness
A crown made of thorns is now the mark of victory
A tomb that is empty now defines my history
Your love put breath in my lungs
It is finished, the death of the lamb
Gave life to the lion that roars in me
He is risen, the spirit of God
That conquered the grave has awakened me
I can't explain the wonder of this mystery
How love took my place
Gave me holy power to proclaim
This grace that's making captive hearts believe
Your name is freedom for all
Your name is freedom for all
It is finished, the death of the lamb
Gave life to the lion that roars in me
He is risen, the spirit of God
That conquered the grave has awakened me
No, I'm not looking back, I set my sights on You
My past is in the past, my future lives with You
There is no other name that has the power to save us
Jesus, Jesus
No, I'm not looking back, I set my sights on You
My past is in the past, my future lives with You
There is no other name that has the power to save us
Jesus, Jesus
No, I'm not looking back, I set my sights on You
My past is in the past, my future lives with You
There is no other name that has the power to save us
Jesus, Jesus
It is finished, the death of the lamb
Gave life to the lion that roars in me
He is risen, the spirit of God
That conquered the grave has awakened me
The spirit of God that conquered the grave has awakened me
The spirit of God that conquered the grave has awakened me
No, I'm not looking back, I set my sights on You
My past is in the past, my future lives with You
There is no other name that has the power to save us
Jesus, Jesus
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Foothills Collective // Life to the Lion [Official Lyric Video]
Meaning & Inspiration
Foothills Collective’s “Life to the Lion,” released on April 20, 2020, is a powerful anthem born from the profound truth of the Gospel, celebrating the transformative victory of Christ’s resurrection. The song centers on the pivotal moment of the crucifixion and resurrection, presenting it not as an end, but as the ultimate catalyst for new life and spiritual awakening. The core message resonates with the Apostle Paul’s declaration in Romans 5:17, which speaks of those who receive God's abundant grace reigning in life through the one man, Jesus Christ. The lyrics beautifully illustrate this concept by referencing the “death of the lamb” giving “life to the lion that roars in me,” a vivid metaphor for the redeemed spirit empowered by God’s presence. This imagery directly connects to the Old Testament prophecy of Jesus as the Lion of the tribe of Judah (Revelation 5:5) and the New Testament portrayal of believers as more than conquerors through Him who loved us (Romans 8:37).
The narrative arc of the song meticulously traces the journey from sacrifice to triumph. The verses powerfully articulate the exchange that occurs at the cross: the pain Jesus endured becomes the believer's robe of righteousness, and the crown of thorns, a symbol of suffering, transforms into a mark of victory. This echoes Isaiah 61:10, where the prophet exclaims, "He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness." The empty tomb, the central tenet of Christian faith, is presented as the defining moment that reorients one's entire history, a testament to the power of God’s love, as the lyrics attest, "Your love put breath in my lungs." This sentiment aligns with the resurrection appearances described in the Gospels, where the disciples were filled with awe and renewed purpose, realizing the profound implications of Christ's victory over death. The inexplicable wonder of this mystery—how divine love took the place of humanity’s sin and granted holy power—is a recurring theme, directly referencing the redemptive work described in passages like 2 Corinthians 5:21: “For he made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.”
The repeated refrain, "He is risen, the spirit of God / That conquered the grave has awakened me," serves as a constant reminder of the spiritual rebirth experienced by believers. This awakening is not a passive state but an active empowerment, enabling the proclamation of grace that draws others to faith. The song explicitly states, "Your name is freedom for all," underscoring the universal offer of salvation found in Jesus Christ, as spoken in Acts 4:12: "Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved." The commitment to moving forward, articulated in the bridge—"No, I'm not looking back, I set my sights on You / My past is in the past, my future lives with You"—embodies the Christian call to discipleship and an unwavering focus on Christ. This resolute perspective is grounded in the conviction that Jesus alone possesses the power to save, a truth central to the entire Christian message, as affirmed in John 14:6, "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." Foothills Collective has crafted a compelling and scripturally rich declaration of faith, offering a profound meditation on the life-giving power of the resurrection and its transformative impact on the believer's identity and future.