Lyrics
Verse 1
You've been living in the shadows of your hurts and past mistakes
If you had the chance you'd like to try again
I too wish I could go back and change some things I've done
It's only by the blood of Jesus I can say
Chorus
I'm forgiven , I've been forgiven
Of the things that have brought me guilt and shame
Now I am free to live in victory
Those sins of mine are all behind
I've been forgiven
Verse 2
There's no need to be recall the times you've wondered from the Lord
If His cleansing flow has washed your sins away
So when satan reminds you of your past remind him of his future
He knows he'll never have the chance to say
Repeat Chorus Twice
Tag
Those sins of mine are all behind
Those sins of mine are all behind
I've been forgiven, I'm forgiven
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Meaning & Inspiration
I’m Forgiven centers on release from guilt through the saving blood of Jesus. Its verses acknowledge past failures without allowing shame to have the final word. The chorus answers regret with the declaration that forgiveness brings freedom and a new way of living. Rather than denying wrongdoing, the song places confessed sin behind the believer because Christ has cleansed it.
The second verse turns toward assurance when old memories return. Its contrast between accusation and cleansing closely reflects the New Testament picture of grace: sin is confessed, God forgives, and condemnation no longer defines those who belong to Christ. The repeated statement of being forgiven gives the song a clear testimony shape, moving from remembered failure to confidence in mercy. That emphasis makes the lyric suitable for worship centered on redemption, spiritual freedom, and gratitude for Christ’s sacrifice.
Related Scripture
- 1 John 1:9 God promises forgiveness and cleansing when sins are confessed.
- Romans 8:1 Those who are in Christ Jesus are no longer under condemnation.
- Revelation 12:10-11 Believers overcome the accuser through the blood of the Lamb.