Gold City - Mighty Army Band Lyrics
Lyrics
I'm fighting in a battle
As a soldier for the right
Against an evil force
That wars upon me day and night
My ancient adversary
Is walking to and fro
He searches for a way
To kill my body, mind and soul
But I'm an overcomer
In confidence I dwell
Since God forever saved me
From the raging fires of hell
His only Son begotten
And the cross of Calvary
Provided cleansing blood
That guarantees my victory
Let me enemies assail me
They can't touch this soul of mine
Let all hell encamp about me
They'll be crushed and cast aside
For no weapon formed against
This child of God will ever stand
I'm a blood bought member of
The Master's mighty army band
We're in the final stages
Of heaven's holy plan
God's pouring out His Spirit
Upon each and every man
So, Satan's working harder
To make us fall away
He's using anything
To keep our lives in disarray
We must remain protected
By the armor of the Lord
Be strong and be courageous
Taking up our shield and sword
Ten thousand evil armies
Will have to run and hide
They know they're all defeated
'Cause we're triumphant by design
Let me enemies assail me
They can't touch this soul of mine
Let all hell encamp about me
They'll be crushed and cast aside
For no weapon formed against
This child of God will ever stand
I'm a blood bought member of
The Master's mighty army band
Let me enemies assail me
They can't touch this soul of mine
Let all hell encamp about me
They'll be crushed and cast aside
For no weapon formed against
This child of God will ever stand
Ever stand
I'm a blood bought member of
The Master's mighty army band
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Mighty Army Band
Meaning & Inspiration
Gold City's powerful anthem, "Mighty Army Band," released on their 1999 album *Signed, Sealed, Delivered*, isn't just a song; it's a profound declaration of faith and spiritual warfare. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the believer as a soldier engaged in a relentless battle against an "evil force," an ancient adversary described as actively seeking to destroy one's body, mind, and soul. This imagery directly echoes biblical warnings about the devil's machinations, as seen in passages like Ephesians 6:11, which urges believers to "put on the full armor of God, so that you can stand against the devil's schemes," and 1 Peter 5:8, which advises, "Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour." However, the song masterfully pivots from the struggle to the assurance of victory. The believer is proclaimed an "overcomer," dwelling in confidence because of salvation secured through God's Son and the cleansing blood shed on Calvary. This core message resonates with Romans 8:37: "No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us." The lyrics further emphasize that no earthly weapon or even the forces of hell itself can touch the soul of a "blood bought member" of the "Master's mighty army band." This powerful affirmation finds its roots in Isaiah 54:17, which promises, "no weapon formed against you will prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and this is their vindication from me,' declares the LORD." The song captures a sense of urgency, speaking of being in the "final stages of heaven's holy plan" as God pours out His Spirit. This resonates with prophecies about the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in the last days, as foretold in Joel 2:28-29 and referenced by Peter in Acts 2:17-18. The lyrics acknowledge Satan's increased efforts to sow discord and lead believers astray, underscoring the vital need for the "armor of the Lord"—the shield of faith, the sword of the Spirit (which is the word of God), and the breastplate of righteousness, as detailed in Ephesians 6. The overarching message of "Mighty Army Band" is one of resolute triumph, a testament to the believer's divinely guaranteed victory, not through their own strength, but through their unwavering allegiance to the Master and the power of His atoning sacrifice. It's an inspiring call to stand firm, knowing that an overwhelming host of evil cannot stand against God's chosen warriors who are "triumphant by design."