Instructions
1-Lyfe Lyrics
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It's falsified they deny the fact that all can be saved
Jews and Gentiles alike y'all we're one and the same
Cause we're saved from the penalty that's after the grave
Don't be swayed by false teachin' from heathens with swift speakin'
Cause they're like ravenous wolves, they savage on sheep sleepin'
Attackin' while we're peepin', apostasy straight creepin'
Believe them and you're in danger you follow doctrines of demons so
Instead guard your flock and show 'em how to walk in the truth
Don't ever let anybody despise your youth
Be an example through your actions in everything that you do
What it is? (what it is?)
It's the Church (it's the church)
Listen In (listen in)
Put in work (put in work)
No more church corruption (Naw)
No more church distruction (Naw)
First Timothy (Yeah)
These are your instructions...
Writin' to Christians fullfillin' the Great Commission
While we're out upon the block callin' all the lost to repentance
Fulfillin' evangelism reguardless if we're in prison
Rep the risen 'til they listen we got a vision for missions
Rewriting the definition of doing our Father's business
We the witness to the paganist nations makin' a difference
Christ is the mediator who takes and changed our existence
Cause we've fallen from the state where He made us naked and sinless
The ransom was paid for men were depraved
The death and the grave couldn't hold Him, He rose in three days
The Ancient of Days crushed Him like a can under weight
To provide an escape route so that men could be saved
The sin that we crave left us feeling lonely and pain
While we was trapped in our transgressions like a rat in a maze
The sacrifice that Christ provided is the only way
If death were today remember me by spreading The Faith
What it is? (what it is?)
It's the Church (it's the church)
Listen In (listen in)
Put in work (put in work)
No more church corruption (Naw)
No more church distruction (Naw)
First Timothy (Yeah)
These are your instructions...
Now saints in these last days some will depart from The Faith
Follow deceitful teachings preached by the god's of this age
That's why I urge you to remain in the ways you've been trained
Provide a self-examination so that you won't be strayed
Beware of the wolf rockin' the sheep's fit
They deceive quick, able with fables and street myths
As the clock ticks so our condition gets more sick
Our condition is fallen so Christ gave us a free gift
For this end saints we toil and strive
Cause we set our hope and our worship on the God that's alive
Who's redeeming His people that's the reason He died
Christ is our satisfaction so in Him we abide
Last but not least these things I charge unto you
Pursue godliness and do it like He's callin' you to
Shepherd the flock continue teaching them in wisdom and truth
Until the day we meet again fam, Grace be with you
What it is? (what it is?)
It's the Church (it's the church)
Listen In (listen in)
Put in work (put in work)
No more church corruption (Naw)
No more church distruction (Naw)
First Timothy (Yeah)
These are your instructions...
These lyrics from 1-Lyfe's song Instructions address the issue of false preaching in the Church and advise Christians to guard against it. The opening lines urge the faithful to stay away from false gospel, which denies the universality of salvation. The message highlights that all Jews and Gentiles are saved from the penalty that follows death. The lyrics continue to urge believers not to be misled by heathens who speak persuasively but are like wolves ravaging the sleeping sheep, attacking them while they are unaware. They caution that false doctrine puts souls in danger and, instead, the flock should be guarded against idle conflicts and taught to walk in the truth.
The chorus of the song emphasizes that the Church must put in work and listen in to avoid corruption and destruction, and these are the instructions that come from First Timothy. The second verse talks about the Great Commission, calling on Christians to fulfill it by calling the lost to repentance, regardless of whether they face prosecution. The song also stresses the importance of taking on the paganist nations to make a difference, and how Christians have rewritten the framework of doing the Father's business. Christ is identified as the mediator who changed humanity's existence by providing a way for people to be saved.
In its concluding verses, the song encourages Christians to pursue godliness while instructing them to continue teaching wisdom and truth to the flock, and to be examples in all their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
To my fam in The Faith, stay away from a gospel that's fake
Stay away from false teaching and religious doctrines that are fabricated, and stick to the true gospel of Jesus Christ.
It's falsified they deny the fact that all can be saved
False teachings deny that all people, including Jews and Gentiles, can be saved through Christ.
Jews and Gentiles alike y'all we're one and the same
There is no difference between Jews and Gentiles in God's eyes, and we are all saved in the same way through faith in Christ.
Cause we're saved from the penalty that's after the grave
Through our faith in Christ, we are saved from the eternal punishment that comes after death.
Don't be swayed by false teachin' from heathens with swift speakin'
False teachings from non-believers with persuasive speech should not distract us from the truth of the gospel.
Cause they're like ravenous wolves, they savage on sheep sleepin'
False teachers and their teachings can be harmful and destructive to those who are unaware or not paying attention.
Attackin' while we're peepin', apostasy straight creepin'
False teachings can be insidious and spread quickly through a community or church, leading to apostasy or falling away from the faith.
Don't get caught in idle talk and disputes
Avoid getting into meaningless arguments or debates that can distract from the true message of the gospel.
Instead guard your flock and show 'em how to walk in the truth
Focus on teaching others the true message of the gospel, and guide them to follow Christ's example in their daily lives.
Don't ever let anybody despise your youth
Don't let anyone discredit or underestimate your ability to live out your faith, regardless of your age.
Be an example through your actions in everything that you do
Set an example for others through the way you live your life, and let your actions reflect your faith.
Writin' to Christians fullfillin' the Great Commission
This message is intended for Christians who are fulfilling their calling to spread the gospel and make disciples of all nations.
While we're out upon the block callin' all the lost to repentance
Christians should actively seek out those who are lost and in need of salvation, encouraging them to turn away from sin and repent.
Fulfillin' evangelism reguardless if we're in prison
Even if we face imprisonment or persecution for our faith, we should continue to share the gospel and fulfill the call to evangelize.
Rep the risen 'til they listen we got a vision for missions
We should continue to proclaim the gospel message of Christ's resurrection until people hear and respond, and work towards our vision of spreading the message to others around the world.
Rewriting the definition of doing our Father's business
Through spreading the gospel, we are redefining what it means to do God's work and follow His will.
We the witness to the paganist nations makin' a difference
Through our evangelism and sharing of the gospel, we are making a positive impact on those who do not yet know Christ.
Christ is the mediator who takes and changed our existence
Christ is the one who brings us into a new life and relationship with God, serving as a mediator between us and the Father.
Cause we've fallen from the state where He made us naked and sinless
We have all fallen from the perfect state of being sinless that God originally intended, but through Christ we can be redeemed and restored.
The ransom was paid for men were depraved
Christ paid the price to set us free from our depravity and sinfulness.
The death and the grave couldn't hold Him, He rose in three days
Christ triumphed over death and the grave by rising from the dead after three days, demonstrating His power and authority over all things.
The Ancient of Days crushed Him like a can under weight
God the Father allowed Christ to be crucified as part of His plan for redeeming humanity, ultimately leading to the defeat of death and sin.
To provide an escape route so that men could be saved
Christ's sacrifice and victory over death provides a way for us to be saved and have eternal life through faith in Him.
The sin that we crave left us feeling lonely and pain
The sin that we desire and pursue only leads to feelings of loneliness and pain, as it separates us from God and leads to negative consequences.
While we was trapped in our transgressions like a rat in a maze
Our sins and wrong choices can make us feel trapped and stuck, as if we are going in circles and can't find a way out.
The sacrifice that Christ provided is the only way
Christ's sacrifice on the cross is the only way for us to be forgiven and restored to a right relationship with God.
If death were today remember me by spreading The Faith
If we were to die today, we should be remembered for our efforts to spread the gospel and help others come to know Christ.
Now saints in these last days some will depart from The Faith
Some people may fall away from the faith in these end times, due to false teachings and other distractions.
Follow deceitful teachings preached by the god's of this age
False teachings and worldly ideologies can be attractive and persuasive, but they do not align with the truth of the gospel.
That's why I urge you to remain in the ways you've been trained
We should continue to hold fast to the teachings and truth of the gospel that we have been taught and trained in.
Provide a self-examination so that you won't be strayed
We should examine our own beliefs and actions to ensure that we are not being led astray or distracted from the truth of the gospel.
Beware of the wolf rockin' the sheep's fit
We should be aware of false teachers and their persuasive tactics, as they can lead us away from the true message of the gospel.
They deceive quick, able with fables and street myths
False teachers can deceive people quickly with their engaging stories and beliefs that are not rooted in the truth of the gospel.
As the clock ticks so our condition gets more sick
As time goes on, our condition as sinners can become more and more corrupted and twisted, requiring us to constantly pursue sanctification.
Our condition is fallen so Christ gave us a free gift
We are all fallen and unable to save ourselves, which is why Christ gave us the free gift of salvation through His sacrifice on the cross.
For this end saints we toil and strive
Our ultimate goal and purpose as Christians is to spread the gospel and make disciples, regardless of the challenges and struggles we may face.
Cause we set our hope and our worship on the God that's alive
Our faith and worship is centered on the living God, who is actively involved in our lives and continues to work in and through us.
Who's redeeming His people that's the reason He died
God is in the process of redeeming His people and restoring them to a right relationship with Him, which is the reason why Christ died on the cross.
Christ is our satisfaction so in Him we abide
Christ is the only source of true satisfaction and fulfillment, so we should abide in Him and rest in His grace and love.
Last but not least these things I charge unto you
Finally, I impart these instructions and exhortations to you as a charge and reminder.
Pursue godliness and do it like He's callin' you to
We should strive to live a godly and righteous life, following the example and guidance that Christ has given us.
Shepherd the flock continue teaching them in wisdom and truth
We should take on the responsibility of shepherding and guiding others in their faith, teaching them the truth of the gospel and encouraging them to grow in wisdom and knowledge.
Until the day we meet again fam, Grace be with you
Until we are reunited in Christ, may the grace and love of God be with you and sustain you in your walk of faith.
Contributed by Abigail D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Wilkins777
Killer tune \m/
Chris Roxby
Not to be picky, but it's spelled destruction not distruction.