Go On, Plagiarize
Verse 1
There’s a bestseller that’s heaven-sent
Penned by the Lord, not by accident
Every line is pure and true
And guess what? It’s written for me and you
Chorus
It’s the only book the Author said, “Go on, plagiarize”
Live the words, spread the truth, open up your eyes
Take it line by line, make the message yours
From the Genesis garden to Revelation’s doors
Verse 2
You can’t steal from the King of kings
He wants you to say the very same things
Love your neighbor, walk the walk
Don’t just read it—live the talk
Bridge
Copy the kindness, mirror the grace
Trace every smile from His embrace
If you’re gonna imitate somebody’s style
Choose the One who’s been loving all the while
Chorus
It’s the only book the Author said, “Go on, plagiarize”
Live the words, spread the truth, open up your eyes
Take it line by line, make the message yours
From the Genesis garden to Revelation’s doors
He Let Me In
Verse 1
I knocked on the door with dirt on my knees,
My hands full of fears and apologies.
I said, “I’m no saint, I’ve wandered too far…”
He opened the door and said, “Here you are.”
Chorus
I wasn’t quite worthy, but He let me in,
With a smile in His eyes and a heart full of grin.
He cleaned up my soul and erased every sin—
I wasn’t quite worthy… but He let me in.
Verse 2
I said, “I can’t sing and I sure can’t pray,”
He said, “Child, I’ve loved you since your first day.”
He tied up my shame with mercy and twine,
And carved out a seat at the table that’s mine.
Chorus
I wasn’t quite worthy, but He let me in,
With a robe and a ring and a feast to begin.
He danced through my doubt with a jubilant spin—
I wasn’t quite worthy… but He let me in.
Bridge
I thought I was lost, turns out I was known.
I thought I was trash, but He made me His own.
No gold in my pockets, no crown on my head—
But He traded His glory for my guilt instead.
Chorus
I wasn’t quite worthy, but He let me in,
He forgave, He restored, He called me His kin.
Now I live by His love, and I’ll die with a grin…
I wasn’t quite worthy…
But He let me in.
Final Chorus
I wasn’t quite worthy, but He let me in,
With a smile in His eyes and a heart full of grin.
He cleaned up my soul and erased every sin—
I wasn’t quite worthy… but He let me in.
Left Up To You
Verse 1
Put my hands to the work before me
Poured out my heart in all sincerity
Gave every drop from the strength I knew
Then set it down, knowing You’d see it through
Chorus
I gave my all, every heartbeat and move
Held nothing back, gave the best I could prove
I did all I could do
And the rest, I left up to You
Verse 2
On the narrow road that was mine to take
Measured each step for the difference it could make
The fruit’s not in my hands — it’s in wiser care
So I lay it down, knowing it’s finished there
Chorus
I gave my all, every heartbeat and move
Held nothing back, gave the best I could prove
I did all I could do
And the rest, I left up to You
Bridge
I will plant, I will build, I will run my race
With all my heart, by Your given grace
But the plan, the path, and the harvest too
Belong to the One who sees it through
Final Chorus
I gave my all, every heartbeat and move
Held nothing back, gave the best I could prove
I did all I could do
And the rest, I left up to You
Outro
And the rest, I left up to You
Even For The Ones Who Dropped The Shield
Verse 1
I was small, the night was heavy,
No one stood between the dark and me.
Learned to fight with my hands half-steady,
Built my walls where no one could see.
Chorus
How do I guard you now,
When you let the arrows through?
How do I hold the line,
When I’m still bleeding too?
I don’t understand the plan,
But I’ll still stand where I’m told to stand.
Even for the ones who dropped the shield.
Verse 2
Time rolls on, the lines get blurry,
The ones I blamed are looking frail.
The Book says love, the Word says mercy,
Even when my own heart rails.
Chorus
How do I guard you now,
When you let the arrows through?
How do I hold the line,
When I’m still bleeding too?
I don’t understand the plan,
But I’ll still stand where I’m told to stand.
Even for the ones who dropped the shield.
Bridge
Maybe this is how the healing starts—
Not in justice, but in guarding hearts.
Maybe the mercy I give away
Is the shelter I never got yesterday.
Final Chorus
How do I guard you now,
When you let the arrows through?
How do I hold the line,
When I’m still bleeding too?
I don’t understand the plan,
But I’ll still stand where I’m told to stand.
Even for the ones who dropped the shield.
Outro
Even for the ones… who dropped the shield.
Take The Narrow Road
Verse 1
There’s a road so wide, with a big parade,
Balloons and cheers in the bright sun’s shade.
Crowds keep running, side by side,
But they can’t see what’s on the other side.
Chorus
Take the narrow road, step in, step true,
It’s the way to life, it’s waiting for you.
The wide road is crowded, it leads you wrong,
The narrow road is where you belong.
Verse 2
The narrow path is twisty, tight,
Sometimes dark in the middle of night.
You can’t bring baggage, you travel light,
Just your heart, your hope, and God’s guiding light.
Chorus
Take the narrow road, step in, step true,
It’s the way to life, it’s waiting for you.
The wide road is crowded, it leads you wrong,
The narrow road is where you belong.
Bridge
At the end there’s a gate, oh the joy it will bring,
Where the angels dance and the saved ones sing.
It’s the path of peace, it’s the road to grace,
It’s the smile of God when you see His face.
Chorus
Take the narrow road, step in, step true,
It’s the way to life, it’s waiting for you.
The wide road is crowded, it leads you wrong,
The narrow road is where you belong.
Take the narrow road, step in, step true,
It’s the way to life, it’s waiting for you.
The wide road is crowded, it leads you wrong,
The narrow road is where you belong.
The wide road is crowded, it leads you wrong,
The narrow road is where you belong.
Swing That Hammer
Verse 1
Hammer swingin’, woodchips flyin’,
Workin’ hard, no time for lyin’.
Plans from Heaven, clear and true,
Measure once and see it through.
Board to board and nail to nail,
Faith don’t crack and love won’t fail—
Every cut is straight and right,
Built by grace in mornin’ light.
Chorus
Swing that hammer, let it go,
Build it high and watch it grow.
Truth is timber, love’s the glue,
The Carpenter’s work is in me and you.
Square it up, saw that line,
The Master’s plan is yours and mine.
Swing that hammer, let it go,
Build it strong and watch it grow.
Verse 2
Wood may splinter, nails may bend,
Still He works until the end.
Not for gold, not for show,
But for hearts that need to grow.
He sands the rough, He shapes the plain,
Joy in every stroke of pain.
Blessed the hands that work with care,
Blessed the souls who build and share.
Chorus
Swing that hammer, let it go,
Build it high and watch it grow.
Truth is timber, love’s the glue,
The Carpenter’s work is in me and you.
Square it up, saw that line,
The Master’s plan is yours and mine.
Swing that hammer, let it go,
Build it strong and watch it grow.
Bridge
Grip your tools, the day is here,
The voice of Jesus ringin’ clear.
Not just holdin’ what is true,
But buildin’ up the work to do.
Final Chorus
Swing that hammer, let it go,
Build it high and watch it grow.
Truth is timber, love’s the glue,
The Carpenter’s work is in me and you.
Square it up, saw that line,
The Master’s plan is yours and mine.
Swing that hammer, let it go,
Build it strong and watch it grow.
Outro
Swing that hammer… let it go!
Keep Me Strong
Verse 1
When truth feels lost in fear and doubt,
And all I’ve known is fading out,
The Spirit whispers, calm and clear,
“Remember what was said — I’m near.”
Verse 2
He strengthens me when I run dry,
When prayers are groans and spirits sigh.
He fills the cracks I cannot mend
With power no man’s hands can bend.
Chorus
Holy Spirit, breathe in me,
Speak the words I cannot see.
Lift my heart, my hope, my song,
Hold me steady, keep me strong.
Verse 3
When words won’t form, when thoughts are gone,
He carries all my cries along.
He plants in me what I can’t fake —
A peace that stills, a joy that aches.
Chorus
Holy Spirit, breathe in me,
Speak the words I cannot see.
Lift my heart, my hope, my song,
Hold me steady, keep me strong.
Bridge
He tells my soul, “You are God’s own.”
I walk in light; I’m not alone.
No voice, no shadow, no regret
Can steal the name I won’t forget.
Final Chorus
Holy Spirit, breathe in me,
Speak the words I cannot see.
Lift my heart, my hope, my song,
Hold me steady, keep me strong.
Outro
Holy Spirit… keep me strong.
He Shines In Me
Verse 1
I ran these streets, I chased that prize,
Thought I was king, but I lived in lies.
Gold on my wrist, weight on my soul,
Tryna fill that hole, but it left me cold.
They said, “You got it all, don’t stop!”
But I felt the fall when the pride got dropped.
That wide road looked like gold to me,
'Til I tripped on sin and fell on my knees.
“Enter through the narrow gate,”
Not for the fake, not for the hate.
Left that crew, climbed that hill,
Now I move with a higher will.
Chorus
Lift me up, restore my joy,
Broke my chains, no more decoy.
Gave me grace, gave me peace,
Now I rise, now I’m free.
Verse 2
Tried to fight with fists of steel,
Swore I’d win, but couldn’t heal.
Built my fortress, locked my heart,
But I broke down and fell apart.
“Put on the armor, stand and pray,”
Truth and love gon’ lead the way.
Took that Word, let it flow,
Now I walk in the light I know.
Bridge
Not my plan — not my way,
Had to stop — had to pray.
Told my pride — step aside,
Now I walk with God inside.
Chorus
Lift me up, restore my joy,
Broke my chains, no more decoy.
Gave me grace, gave me peace,
Now I rise, now I’m free.
Outro
I was lost, but now I see,
What He gave, He gave for me.
No more masks, I’ve been made new,
Standing strong and walking true.
Not perfect — but I believe,
Through fire and mercy, I receive.
I’m no longer who I used to be —
I’m the man He made in me.
Ten Ways To Hear
Chorus
Put down your phone, just let it be
Let it be, yeah, let it be
Clear your mind for eternity
Clear your mind, eternity
The good Lord’s callin’ you near
He’s callin’ you near!
Here’s ten ways… here’s ten ways to hear
Ten ways to hear — oh, yeah!
Verse 1
Listen expectantly — thunder might boom
Listen quietly — give His Spirit room
Listen patiently — His clock ain’t yours
Listen confidently — step through His doors
Listen dependently — lean on His hand
That’s five ways to hear — do you understand?
Chorus
Put down your phone, just let it be
Let it be, yeah, let it be
Clear your mind for eternity
Clear your mind, eternity
The good Lord’s callin’ you near
He’s callin’ you near!
Here’s ten ways… here’s ten ways to hear
Ten ways to hear — oh, yeah!
Verse 2
Listen openly — let go of your plan
Listen attentively — give all you can
Listen carefully — check it in the Word
Listen submissively — be ready to serve
Listen reverently — bow to His will
That’s ten ways to hear — now be real still
Bridge
When the world gets loud, and the feed scrolls fast
Scrolls fast… scrolls fast
His voice can be missed, and the moment passed
Moment passed… moment passed
When the Good Lord speaks, you gotta be in the zone
just gotta… put down your phone!
Final Chorus
Put down your phone, just let it be
Let it be, yeah, let it be
Clear your mind for eternity
Clear your mind, eternity
The good Lord’s callin’ you near
He’s callin’ you near!
Here’s ten ways… here’s ten ways to hear
Ten ways to hear — oh, yeah!
Neighbor and Stranger
Verse 1
The law was written, sharp and clear,
Yet mercy whispers to unknown near.
The face familiar, the face unknown—
Both are seeds the Lord has sown.
Chorus
Love your neighbor, welcome the stranger,
Hearts unguarded, free from anger.
Heaven’s gaze is drawn to see,
Where love fulfills the mystery.
Verse 2
Love the Lord with all your heart,
Love your neighbor, that’s the start.
Do no harm, but choose to heal,
For love is the law and love is real.
Verse 3
A shadowed guest may cross your way,
The weary soul at end of day.
Unseen, the messengers appear—
An angel’s voice falls soft and near.
Chorus
Love your neighbor, welcome the stranger,
Hearts unguarded, free from anger.
Heaven’s gaze is drawn to see,
Where love fulfills the mystery.
Bridge
Neighbor near and stranger far,
Both are loved by who You are.
In every face Your image shows,
A boundless love that overflows.
Final Chorus
Love your neighbor, welcome the stranger,
Hearts unguarded, free from anger.
Heaven’s gaze is drawn to see,
Where love fulfills the mystery.
Be Courageous
Intro
Be strong… and courageous…
Be strong… and courageous…
Verse 1
Moses is gone, now it’s my turn to stand
Cross over this Jordan to the Promised Land
From the desert sands to the far-off sea
Every place I step, You’ve given to me
Chorus
I’ll be with you!
You are faithful to the end
I won’t leave you!
You’re my Father, King, and Friend
Don’t be afraid… or discouraged…
I will follow where You lead
Be strong… be courageous…
Verse 2
No man will stand against me in the fight
You are my shield in the morning light
This Book of the Law on my lips will stay
Day and night it will light my way
I’ll be careful to follow every word You’ve said
Not to the right or the left, but the path ahead
Chorus
I’ll be with you!
You have brought me safe this far
I will guide you!
Don’t be afraid… or discouraged…
I will walk this narrow road
Be strong… be courageous…
Bridge
Consecrate yourselves, make ready your hands
The Lord will do wonders in the Promised Land
Remember the stones where the river ran dry
His power will lift you, His banner will fly
Final Chorus
Have I not commanded you?
Yes Lord, I will obey
Do not be afraid or dismayed!
You are with me every day
For the Lord your God is with you… wherever you go!
That’s the promise I will know
Be strong… be courageous…
Outro
Be strong… be courageous!
Be strong… be courageous!
Be strong… be courageous!
Be strong… and courageous… wherever you go
Bind Me To You
Verse 1
I thought that waitin’ meant sittin’ still,
Cold feet on the floor, no fire, no will.
But You said qavah, twist, bind, weave tight,
Strands of my soul with Your Spirit’s might.
Chorus
Bind me to You, like the cords of a rope,
Tension and strength, and the twist of hope.
I don’t just sit, I rise and renew—
When I wait on the Lord, I’m bound to You.
Verse 2
You’re not slow—no, You’re drawin’ me near,
Training my heart and tuning my ear.
Not idle at all—You’re braidin’ my thread,
Till I fly on Your wind where the eagles are led.
Chorus
Bind me to You, like the cords of a rope,
Tension and strength, and the twist of hope.
I don’t just sit, I rise and renew—
When I wait on the Lord, I’m bound to You.
Bridge
I will mount up on wings, like the eagles that climb,
I will run and not faint in His perfect time.
So I bind to the Vine, hold the cord in my hand,
‘Til His Spirit says “Go” and I rise where I stand.
Final Chorus
Bind me to You, like the cords of a rope,
Grace is my anchor, love is my hope.
I’ll run and not faint, I’ll walk and be true—
For I wait on the Lord, and I’m bound to You.
Outro
Bound to You… bound to You… bound to You…
The Loving Father
Intro
Ohhh… let me tell you a story… about a Father’s love!
Verse 1
Left his home — pockets full of pride
But his soul was empty inside!
Ran so far — went too deep
Nights grew cold, and he couldn’t sleep!
Verse 2
Brother stayed — worked the land each day
But his heart got hard along the way!
Counted rules — but he missed the truth
The Father’s love is for all His youth!
Chorus
Who’s gonna meet you?
The Living Lord!
Who’s gonna robe you?
The Loving Lord!
His mercy’s strong!
Forever-more!
His grace goes on!
Forever-more!
Verse 3
Father runs — arms open wide
No more shame, no need to hide!
Wipes each tear — calls a feast
For the lost, the low, the great, the least!
Bridge
I’ve been the lost one!
Lost one!
I’ve been the proud one!
Proud one!
Now I’m learning!
Learning!
To be the loving!
Loving!
The loving Father!
The loving Father!
The loving Father!
The loving Father!
Final Chorus
Mercy is calling!
Mercy is calling!
Grace is unending!
Grace is unending!
Love everlasting!
Love everlasting!
His arms are open!
His arms are open!
Breakdown
Arms open wide!
Arms open wide!
Arms open wide!
Arms open wide!
Arms open wide!
Arms open wide!
Outro
Leaning, leaning, safe and secure from all alarms!
Leaning, leaning, leaning on the everlasting arms!
Oh yes I’m leaning, I’m leaning — safe in His mercy, safe in His love!
Leaning, leaning, safe and secure from all alarms!
Leaning, leaning, leaning on the everlasting arms!
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Leaning on the everlasting arms!
Oh, I said—leaning on the everlasting arms!
Lyrics © 2025 Scott D. Radtke. All rights reserved.
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