Pat Barrett - Same Spirit Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
Death defeated eyes are opened
Jesus risen as He spoke it
Promise keeper paid our ransom
Oh to set us free
Yes to set us free
Verse 2
The old is gone now
Left behind
A new creation sanctified
Signs and wonders testify
To the power of Christ
To the power of Christ
Chorus
The same power
That conquered the grave
The same Spirit
That broke all my chains
From death to life
Is alive is alive in me
The same mercy
That's new every day
The same Spirit
That calls me by name
From death to life
Is alive is alive in me
Verse 3
Now our future filled with promise
Full surrender to love that holds us
Faith that moves is
Hope that leads us
Leads us to You
Leads us to You
Chorus
The same power
That conquered the grave
The same Spirit
That broke all my chains
From death to life
Is alive is alive in me
The same mercy
That's new every day
The same Spirit
That calls me by name
From death to life
Is alive is alive in me
Bridge 1
If it's freedom you want
There's freedom in His name
If it's wholeness you want
There's wholeness in His name
And there's only one
Strong enough to save
Bridge 2
And if it's peace that you want
There's peace in His name
If it's hope that you need
There's hope in His name
And there's only one
Strong enough to save
Bridge 1
If it's freedom you want
There's freedom in His name
If it's wholeness you want
There's wholeness in His name
And there's only one
Strong enough to save
Bridge 2
And if it's peace that you want
There's peace in His name
If it's hope that you need
There's hope in His name
And there's only one
Strong enough to save
Chorus
The same power
That conquered the grave
The same Spirit
That broke all my chains
From death to life
Is alive is alive in me
Chorus
The same mercy
That's new every day
The same Spirit
That calls me by name
From death to life
Is alive is alive in me
Video
Same Spirit
Meaning & Inspiration
Pat Barrett’s "Same Spirit," released on September 30, 2021, arrives as a profound declaration of the Holy Spirit's indwelling power and the transformative reality of faith. More than just a song, it serves as a theological anchor, reminding believers of the foundational truths of their salvation and the active presence of God within them. The message unpacks the incredible truth that the very power which brought Christ back from the dead is the same force at work in the life of every follower. It’s an anthem designed to ignite faith and deepen understanding of the divine inheritance available through Christ.
The song begins by immediately grounding its narrative in the ultimate victory of Christ, proclaiming "Death defeated eyes are opened, Jesus risen as He spoke it." This opening firmly establishes the resurrection of Jesus as the cornerstone of Christian belief, a truth found in Scriptures like 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, which states Christ died for our sins and was raised on the third day. Barrett continues by acknowledging Jesus as the "Promise keeper paid our ransom," referencing the atoning work on the cross that secured our freedom, echoing verses such as Mark 10:45 where Jesus states He came to give His life as a ransom for many, and Hebrews 9:12, which speaks of Christ obtaining eternal redemption. This sets the stage for personal transformation, moving from a grand theological statement to its direct impact on individual lives.
Verse two then articulates this personal transformation, stating, "The old is gone now, Left behind, A new creation sanctified." This reflects the powerful truth of 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new." The song emphasizes sanctification, the process of being made holy, and points to "Signs and wonders testify To the power of Christ," acknowledging that God’s active presence often manifests through miraculous expressions, as seen throughout the book of Acts and promised in Mark 16:17-18. This affirms that the power isn't merely historical but an ongoing reality.
The core of "Same Spirit" resides in its chorus, which powerfully connects past and present, divine and human. The declaration "The same power That conquered the grave, The same Spirit That broke all my chains, From death to life Is alive is alive in me" is a potent reminder of Romans 8:11, which asserts that if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit. This is not just a theological concept but an experiential truth, confirming that the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live free from the bondage of sin, fulfilling Galatians 5:1, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free." Furthermore, the chorus highlights "The same mercy That's new every day, The same Spirit That calls me by name," referencing Lamentations 3:22-23 where God's mercies are new every morning, and affirming the intimate, personal relationship God desires with each person, as echoed in John 10:3 where Jesus calls His own sheep by name.
Verse three shifts focus to the future and a posture of surrender. "Now our future filled with promise, Full surrender to love that holds us" speaks to the hope found in God's faithfulness, reflecting Jeremiah 29:11 and the security found in His unwavering love as described in Romans 8:38-39. The lines "Faith that moves is Hope that leads us" encapsulates the active nature of biblical faith (Hebrews 11:1) and the anchoring quality of hope (Hebrews 6:19), both continually guiding the believer towards God. This verse completes the picture of a life lived in alignment with God’s purposes, driven by faith, hope, and love.
The bridge serves as an impassioned invitation and affirmation, directly addressing the deep needs of the human heart: "If it's freedom you want, There's freedom in His name," "If it's wholeness you want, There's wholeness in His name," "If it's peace that you want, There's peace in His name," and "If it's hope that you need, There's hope in His name." Each line points unequivocally to Jesus as the sole source of these profound human desires. This section beautifully encapsulates the comprehensive provision found only in Christ, referencing truths like John 8:36 for freedom, Isaiah 53:5 for wholeness, John 14:27 for peace, and Hebrews 6:19 for hope. The repeated phrase, "And there's only one Strong enough to save," emphatically declares the unique and exclusive salvific power of Jesus, a central tenet of Christianity echoed in Acts 4:12, which states, "Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved." This direct, declarative language leaves no room for ambiguity, calling individuals to find their ultimate fulfillment in Him.
"Same Spirit" ultimately provides a powerful and biblically rich framework for understanding the profound reality of God's active presence in the lives of believers. It moves beyond simple spiritual sentiment to ground its message in the historical triumph of Christ and its current, tangible effects through the Holy Spirit. This song resonates deeply because it connects the grand narrative of salvation with the daily experience of faith, offering encouragement and a reminder of the indomitable power residing within every person who has embraced Jesus. It is a song perfectly crafted to uplift, inspire, and solidify a believer's identity in Christ, making it a powerful addition to personal worship and congregational singing alike.