The Word of God was never meant to be a decorative wall quote or a polite nod to tradition. It’s a sword—sharp, precise, and forged in holy fire. Sharpen the Sword is a rally cry to pick it up daily, wield it with courage, and refuse to water down the truth to fit the world’s comfort zones. This song is for the ones who are done playing defense in the faith fight.

Lyrics

Sharpen the Sword

Verse 1:In the quiet of the morning, I reach for Your Word,Not just to read it—I'm here to be stirred.No filter, no edit, no comfort disguise,Just the fire of truth cutting clean through the lies.

Pre-Chorus:It’s not a quote for the wall,Not a thought to make me feel tall—It’s a sword in my hand, forged by the flame,With power to tear down the strongholds of shame.

Chorus:Sharpen the sword, let it shine in the dark,Written in blood, it still leaves a mark.I won’t snip the truth to fit my plan—I’ll stand on the Word where the real fight began.Sharpen the sword—Your Word is alive,My weapon of faith, my reason to rise.

Verse 2:I’ve cut out the noise, turned down the spin,The Word doesn't change with the culture we’re in.It breaks what it must, then builds what will stand,It’s mercy and fire, straight from Your hand.

Bridge:When the lies come dressed in light,I’ll remember what is right.I won’t swing soft, I won’t swing blind—This truth is tested, battle-designed.

Chorus (repeat with layering):Sharpen the sword, let it shine in the dark…

Outro (chant-style):No redactions. No retreat.Truth is marching on my feet.Whole Word. Full fire.My God’s voice. My heart’s desire.Sharpen the sword. Let it be heard.I’m not ashamed of a single Word.

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