Unshackled

(Verse 1)

Good morning, God, another day begins

With a battle line drawn between the Spirit and my sins

This flesh is fighting, it's got a hold I know

A sweet escape they call it, but it just won't let me go

I chase the feeling, but the shadow starts to grow

And my defenses crumble when the toxin begins to flow

(Pre-Chorus)

It whispers secrets, drives me into the dark

Torn between the world and the truth that leaves its mark

I see the trap now, feel the chain around my soul

I need a hammer, God, to make myself whole.

(Chorus)

Unshackled, yeah, I'm breaking free

From the chains that the deceiver puts on me

No more hiding, no more shame, the fight is done

I'm your child, forgiven, I'm the walking, chosen son

This tug-of-war is over, I'm not of this world, you see

Unshackled, yeah, I'm finally free!

(Verse 2)

The bitter taste of letting go, separating from the lie

It was a monster, God, beneath a clear blue sky

Now cleanse this temple, wash the venom from my veins

No withdrawal, just your grace, to rise above the rains

I slipped again, let the old nature take the lead

But your forgiveness hits faster than the planting of a seed

No condemnation waiting, you decide before I fall

Your blood covers the moment, you're answering the call.

(Pre-Chorus)

He wants me shackled, whispers that I can't be fixed

He wants me guilty, in the moment I exist

But I hear your voice, telling me to rise above the fray

Gonna put on the full armor and walk with you today.

(Chorus)

Unshackled, yeah, I'm breaking free

From the chains that the deceiver puts on me

No more hiding, no more shame, the fight is done

I'm your child, forgiven, I'm the walking, chosen son

This tug-of-war is over, I'm not of this world, you see

Unshackled, yeah, I'm finally free!

(Bridge)

I love you, God, I was too wrapped up to see

My heart wasn't here, but now you're walking next to me

He's angry that I broke free so easily, I know

So I'll stay alert and sober, watch where my footsteps go.

Let's walk together today, you and me

Keep my focus on the kingdom, and the truth will set me free.

(Guitar Solo - Energetic, driving, with a melancholic, soaring lead)

(Chorus)

Unshackled, yeah, I'm breaking free

From the chains that the deceiver puts on me

No more hiding, no more shame, the fight is done

I'm your child, forgiven, I'm the walking, chosen son

This tug-of-war is over, I'm not of this world, you see

Unshackled, yeah, I'm finally free!

(Outro)

Walk with me, Son... (Fade out with final distorted chord)