Jeff and Sheri Easter - We're Not Gonna Bow Lyrics
Lyrics
We're Not Gonna Bow
In the days of old, three men were told
To bow before another
But they were bold and faith took hold
They said "We won't bow to any other
but the Lord"
They said "Our God is able, to deliver us somehow
but even if He doesn't, we won't bow"
It was a test of faith, trial by fire
In life or death but one desire
"Do what you will but know this now
No way, no how, we're not gonna bow"
The king with ire said "make a fire
Hotter then it's ever been"
And as a reprimand at his command
The soldiers threw them in
But they weren't afraid.
And when the king looked in he saw
The men no longer bound
He saw four men walking around
Help me take my stand, help me do what's right
Let my faith be strong, and my walk upright
The heat is on, the flames are high
No way, no how, we're not not gonna bow
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Meaning & Inspiration
Released in 2000 as a studio track on the EP of the same name, "We're Not Gonna Bow" by Jeff and Sheri Easter immediately resonates with a powerful declaration of unwavering faith. The song draws directly from the biblical account of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego as detailed in Daniel chapter 3. Their story, preserved in Scripture, is one of ultimate defiance against idolatry and absolute allegiance to God. When King Nebuchadnezzar commanded them to bow down to his golden image, under penalty of being thrown into a blazing furnace, their response was not fear, but a profound trust in their God. They stated plainly, "Our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king. But if not, be it known to you, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the golden image that you have set up" (Daniel 3:17-18). This is the core of the song's message: a commitment to stand firm in one's convictions, even when faced with immense pressure or the threat of severe consequences.
The Easter’s rendition breathes new life into this ancient narrative, transforming it into an anthem for contemporary believers. The lyrics, while recounting the historical event, serve as a clear parallel to the spiritual battles we face today. The "fire" and the "heat" described in the song are not merely literal flames but represent the trials and temptations that can push us to compromise our values and our devotion to God. The plea, "Help me take my stand, help me do what's right; Let my faith be strong, and my walk upright," is an honest acknowledgment of our human need for strength and guidance. It’s a prayer for the courage that Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego exhibited, reminding us that such boldness is not inherent but is a gift bestowed through prayer and dependence on the divine. The song powerfully articulates the sentiment found in Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through him who strengthens me," underscoring that our resolve is not our own but is empowered by God. The ultimate message is a resounding affirmation of loyalty to the one true God, echoing the conviction that no earthly power or threat can compel us to abandon our foundational beliefs. It's a call to spiritual resilience, a testament to the fact that true freedom lies not in bowing to external pressures, but in bowing only to the Lord.