Overcome
New Life Worship featuring Ross Parsley & Desperation Band Lyrics

The opening lines of “Overcome” speak of Christ's position in heaven, seated above all, and the love of the Father. The reference to “Destined to die” is a straightforward statement about Christ's purpose on earth, but it also emphasizes the gravity of the sacrifice that was made on the cross. The following line, “Poured out for all mankind,” reinforces the idea that Christ's death was not for any favored group, but for everyone. The mention of Christ's sinless nature is a reminder of the immaculate perfection that was lost in Adam and regained in Christ. The concluding statement of this section, that Christ suffered as if he sinned, is a powerful assertion of the solidarity that Christ has with humanity, which also reveals the depth of his commitment to our redemption.

The chorus of “Overcome” is a powerful proclamation of Christ's sovereignty, as it speaks of his authority and every victory as his own. The use of the second person form of address, “Yours”, is significant because it reinforces the idea of surrender and submission to Christ. The two lines of the chorus are repeated twice, reinforcing the essential nature of the assertion, and demanding a response from the congregation.

The second verse of “Overcome” is an extension of the first. The opening line places the power of God in Christ's hand, emphasizing Christ's authority and the submission of power to the Father's plan. The line “You're sending us out” is significant as it suggests a commissioning of the congregation by Christ, conveying the idea that Christians are agents of the Gospel. The reference to “Light in this broken land” once again reinforces the idea that we live in a fallen world, and that Christ followers are meant to be a sign of hope and redemption. The final statement “We will overcome” is a triumphal proclamation, framed by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony.