Skillet - We Walk As Lions Lyrics
Lyrics
Today we live, today we breathe
Today we know that we are strong when we are weak
Today we trust, we overcome
Take every chain that kept us slaves and throw em' off
We're not waiting for permission
We defy our inhibition
Like our middle name is "fearless"
Unafraid
If we're gonna fly, we fly like eagles
Arms out wide
If we're gonna fear, we fear no evil
We will rise
By your power, we will go
By your spirit, we are bold
If we're gonna stand, we stand as giants
If we're gonna walk, we walk as lions
We walk as lions
Today is ours, it's always been
Before we face the fight
We know who's gonna win
We live by faith and not by sight
We don't want safe and quiet
We don't wanna run and hide
This is not an intermission
It's our time, not gonna miss it
You've already called us fearless
Unafraid
If we're gonna fly, we fly like eagles
Arms out wide
If we're gonna fear, we fear no evil
We will rise
By your power, we will go
By your spirit, we are bold
If we're gonna stand, we stand as giants
If we're gonna walk, we walk as lions
We walk as lions
Oh, everywhere we go
The battle has been won
We know you've gone before us
So, we take it hard in faith
With every step we take
We know we'll rise victorious
If we're gonna fly, we fly like eagles
Arms out wide
If we're gonna fear, we fear no evil
We will rise
By your power, we will go
By your spirit, we are bold
If we're gonna stand, we stand as giants
If we're gonna walk, we walk as lions
We walk as lions
Video
Skillet - "Lions" [Official Lyric Video]
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on July 25, 2017, Skillet's "Lions" roars with a powerful declaration of faith and unwavering courage, presented as an anthem for believers facing adversity. The song's core message is deeply rooted in the biblical imperative to stand firm and unafraid in the face of opposition, drawing heavily from passages that speak of spiritual warfare and the strength found in God. The imagery of "walking as lions" immediately evokes the courage and authority bestowed upon those who follow Christ. This is vividly reflected in verses like Proverbs 28:1, which states, "The righteous are as bold as a lion," a stark reminder of the fearlessness that true righteousness instills. The song encourages listeners to embrace this boldness, to shed the shackles of fear and doubt that the world often imposes, and to walk with the confidence that comes from knowing they are not alone. This resilience in the face of overwhelming odds finds a profound parallel in Joshua 1:9, where God commands, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." The repeated affirmation of this divine presence is the bedrock of the song's inspiring call to action.
The narrative woven through "Lions" is one of transformation from vulnerability to unyielding strength, a journey that mirrors the believer's spiritual growth. It speaks to the shedding of past insecurities and the embracing of a new identity in Christ, one characterized by power and purpose. This resonates with the Apostle Paul's declaration in Ephesians 6:10, "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might," a foundational teaching on harnessing divine power. The song’s exhortation to stand tall and face challenges head-on is a direct echo of the spiritual armor described in Ephesians 6:10-18, encouraging believers to equip themselves with truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God. The very act of "walking as lions" implies a deliberate stride, a purposeful movement forward with conviction, reflecting the believer's journey of faith as a pilgrimage marked by steadfastness. This unwavering resolve is beautifully captured in Romans 8:37, which triumphantly states, "No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us." "Lions" therefore serves as a potent reminder that true strength is not innate but is a gift from God, empowering believers to overcome every obstacle with the fierce determination of a lion, walking in the light of His unfailing love and power.