Fortress
Debora Sita Lyrics
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My strength is almost gone
Soon I'll be swallowed whole
Don't leave me here defenceless, I need Your lion's roar
To put my fear to fly, Your light to burn the night
I'm running to You, You're the safest place
Surround me like a fortress, enclose me with Your walls
Drown out the lies and judgement, lock up Your mighty gates
Your voice, my sole companion, and I'll cling to every word
You are my shield and shelter, Your truth my true defence
I'm held within Your perfect love
No weapon formed is stong enough, and
I'm running to You, You're the safest place
Surround me like a fortress, enclose me with Your walls
'Til I'm completely captured in the safety of Your arms
Drown out the lies and judgement, lock up Your mighty gates
Your voice, my sole companion, and I'll cling to every word
And ever my voice will sing Your praise
Ever my heart will know Your love, my soul is well here
Ever my voice will sing Your praise
Ever my heart will know Your love, my soul is well here
Ever my voice will sing Your praise
Ever my heart will know Your love, my soul is well
Surround me like a fortress, enclose me with Your walls
'Til I'm completely captured in the safety of Your arms
And drown out the lies and judgement, lock up Your mighty gates
Your voice, my sole companion, and I'll cling to every word
In "Fortress," Debora Sita sings about feeling vulnerable and alone in a difficult situation, possibly one related to mental health or personal struggles. The lyrics suggest a feeling of being trapped and overwhelmed by darkness and negativity, and Sita seeks refuge in the safety and strength of God's love. She compares this love to a fortress, a place of complete safety and security, where nothing and no one can harm her. Through the repetition of the chorus, "surround me like a fortress, enclose me with your walls," Sita emphasizes her need for this protection and safety.
Throughout the song, Sita also emphasizes the power of God's voice and truth, as she seeks to hear and cling to every word. She believes that God's love is the only true defense against the darkness and negativity in the world, and that with this love, she is able to sing His praises and find peace and safety. The song ends with the repetition of the line, "ever my voice will sing your praise, ever my heart will know your love, my soul is well," emphasizing Sita's faith in God's protection and her willingness to continue to rely on His love and strength.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm out here in the war zone, the dark is closing in
I am in a difficult situation where there are many uncertainties and fear is growing.
My strength is almost gone
I am almost losing hope and courage.
Soon I'll be swallowed whole
If nothing changes, I will be consumed and defeated by my circumstances.
Don't leave me here defenceless, I need Your lion's roar
I need Your power to help me fight and defend myself from those who want to cause me harm.
To put my fear to fly, Your light to burn the night
I need You to give me strength and light to overcome my fear and the darkness that surrounds me.
I'm running to You, You're the safest place
I am seeking refuge in You because You are the only one who can provide safety and protection.
Surround me like a fortress, enclose me with Your walls
I want You to protect me entirely, leaving no room for danger and doubt.
'Til I'm completely captured in the safety of Your arms
I want to be held securely in Your embrace, where no harm can reach me.
Drown out the lies and judgement, lock up Your mighty gates
I need You to silence the voices of those who criticize and condemn me and close off all entrances that cause me harm.
Your voice, my sole companion, and I'll cling to every word
I only need to hear Your voice which I trust and obey.
You are my shield and shelter, Your truth my true defence
I know that You will protect me from anything evil and lies with Your truth as my weapon.
I'm held within Your perfect love
I am secured completely with Your unconditional love and care.
No weapon formed is stong enough, and
I know that nothing can harm me with You by my side.
And ever my voice will sing Your praise
I will continue to worship You with all my heart and soul.
Ever my heart will know Your love, my soul is well here
I feel complete and healed with Your love and grace.
Contributed by John P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.