Ransom - Sin Killer Lyrics
Lyrics
Slave to sin, doomed to die
Son of the morning fallen from the sky
You sweep the lands with
The broom of deception
Spreading the stench of your misconception.
But I know the One
Who came to destroy your works
Woe to you, my worst enemy
Chorus
"The Sin Killer"
That's what He came to do
"The Sin Killer"
Your time's almost through
"The Sin Killer"
He's gonna get you (Repeat 2 times.)
There's no mercy in your sting
Bitter aversion lays under your wings
You fit the arrow to the string
To shoot in the dark
At the upright in heart
But I know the One
Who came to destroy your works
Woe to you, my worst enemy
Chorus
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Ransom - Sin killer
Meaning & Inspiration
Ransom's "Sin Killer," released on May 9, 2013, delves into a profound spiritual battle, presenting a powerful narrative of overcoming the destructive forces of sin through the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. The song immediately confronts the nature of sin itself, personifying it as a fallen entity, a deceiver ("sweep the lands with the broom of deception") that corrupts and leads to spiritual death, echoing the stark warning in Romans 6:23 that "the wages of sin is death." The lyrics portray sin as a relentless enemy, its "sting" devoid of mercy and its aim to target the innocent ("shoot in the dark at the upright in heart"), reflecting the subtle yet pervasive nature of temptation described in passages like 1 Peter 5:8, which urges believers to be vigilant against the devil’s prowling.
However, the true heart of "Sin Killer" lies in its unwavering declaration of hope and victory found in Christ. The repeated affirmation, "But I know the One who came to destroy your works," serves as a powerful counterpoint to the dominion of sin. This is a direct reference to Jesus' mission, as stated in 1 John 3:8: "The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil's work." The chorus, with its powerful declaration, "The Sin Killer," crystallizes this message. Jesus is presented as the ultimate solution, the one who steps in to dismantle the power of sin and bring an end to its reign. His arrival is not just an intervention but a definitive act of conquest, a promise that the "time's almost through" for the dominion of evil. This resonates with the New Testament understanding of Christ's finished work on the cross, which secured victory over sin and death for all who believe (Colossians 2:15). The song inspires faith by reminding listeners that the struggle against sin is not a losing one; the "Sin Killer" has already won, and His power is available to transform lives, offering a path away from condemnation and toward eternal life through His sacrifice.