Newsboys - Believe Lyrics
Lyrics
As I lay me down
Where do I begin
So simply complicated
The voice within
I hear it singing so clear
Invisible like the sound of the wind
We all know You are here
I just believe, I just believe it
And sometimes I dunno why
I gotta go with my gut again on this one
Not just a feeling
It's the reason
We know a line is crooked
'Cause we know what's straight
That little voice inside
As I lay me down
I confess
I'm a fool for You
No more, no less
And in this world turning gray
Strikes a chord when i say
There is black
There is white
There is wrong
And there is right
I just believe, I just believe it
And sometimes I dunno why
I gotta go with my gut again on this one
Not just a feeling
It's the reason
We know a line is crooked
'Cause we know what's straight
That little voice inside
There is no alibi
If it's not the truth it's
Falling for the truth again
Not by the wisdom of a man or a machine
This is not preference or
A taste that disagrees
The evidence of things unseen
The more you look
The more you'll see
I just believe, I just believe it
And sometimes I dunno why
I gotta go with my gut again on this one
Not just a feeling
It's the reason
We know a line is crooked
'Cause we know what's straight
That little voice inside
I just believe, I just believe it
And sometimes I dunno why
I gotta go with my gut again on this one
Not just a feeling
It's the reason
If there's ever been a time it's now
I hear that still small voice inside
I just believe, I just believe it
And sometimes I dunno why
I gotta go with my gut again on this one
I just believe, I just believe it
Video
Newsboys - We Believe (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Newsboys' powerful anthem "We Believe," released in 2014, stands as a vibrant declaration of core Christian tenets, designed to stir the soul and solidify faith in the unchanging truths of the Gospel. While the melody itself is undeniably uplifting, its true strength lies in its lyrical unpacking of the foundational beliefs that anchor the Christian walk, a testament to the band's enduring commitment to proclaiming their faith through music. The song eloquently articulates a comprehensive statement of Christian doctrine, moving through the essential elements of what it means to be a believer. It begins with the singular nature of God, echoing the Shema of Deuteronomy 6:4, "Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one," and extending that to the Trinitarian Godhead, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a truth fundamental to understanding God’s multifaceted nature. The lyrics then pivot to the divinity of Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, His sinless life, His atoning sacrifice on the cross for the redemption of humanity, and His glorious resurrection – the very bedrock of Christianity, as Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, "For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures." The song's progression continues to affirm Christ's ascension, His role as intercessor, and His promised second coming, mirroring the Apostles' Creed and the hope found in passages like Acts 1:11, "Men of Galilee,” they said, “why do you stand looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.” Furthermore, "We Believe" boldly proclaims the belief in the Holy Spirit, His indwelling presence, His empowerment of believers, and His role in sanctification, aligning with the Spirit's work described throughout the New Testament, from Jesus' promise in John 14:26 to the early church's experience in Acts. The message extends to the authority of Scripture, the reality of sin, the necessity of repentance, the forgiveness of sins through Christ's blood, and the hope of eternal life and bodily resurrection, all central themes that resonate with biblical teachings. The song's declaration of belief in the church, the communion of saints, and the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom provides a comprehensive and inspiring overview of Christian faith, serving as a powerful reminder and encouragement for believers to hold fast to their convictions and to share the good news with clarity and unwavering conviction.