Sleeping Giant are resolute in their goal to reach as many people as possible with their message of repentance; but their music is anything but single-minded. The diversity of sound on their debut Dread Champions of the Last Days is striking, and listeners will find the bands ability to morph seamlessly from one track to the next to be unforgettable.
Covenant
Sleeping Giant Lyrics
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The lyrics of "Covenant" by Sleeping Giant speak of the pain that one experiences in life and how having someone, specifically God, by their side can provide them with a sense of comfort and ease the burden of that pain. The song also speaks of making a covenant, a promise or agreement, to give one's heart to God and to trust him with their life. This covenant is seen as something unbreakable, as the lyrics state, "Not just an oath something I break I'd no sooner split my heart, Father Preserve Us." The song emphasizes the intimacy of the relationship between the singer and God, with the repeated lines "Your heart is mine" and "My heart is yours."
The lyrics can be interpreted as a prayer or declaration of faith, with the singer reaffirming their commitment to God despite the hardships they face in life. The word "Covenant" is used as a strong symbol of this commitment and trust, representing a bond that cannot be broken.
Overall, "Covenant" is a powerful song that speaks to the struggles of life and the importance of having faith in God to get through those struggles. It emphasizes the idea of a deep and unbreakable bond between God and his followers, and the comfort and strength that can be found in that relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Though this pain is life's reality.
Despite the hardships of life, this pain is a reality that cannot be ignored.
You're by my side, its right where the lord says you oughta be.
You are always by my side, just where God intended you to be.
Your heart is mine. You declared the word, covenant.
Your heart belongs to me, and you have made a solemn, unbreakable vow.
Your heart is mine. I'll never forget.
I will never forget that your heart is mine, and that we have made a covenant together.
Though all this pain is my reality, I'm by your side it's right where I feel my honored destiny.
Despite the pain I feel, I know that standing by your side is my true destiny and honor.
My heart is yours I declared it all Covenant
I have declared that my heart belongs to you, and that our bond is an unbreakable covenant.
My life is Yours Never Forget it.
My life belongs to you, and I will never forget it or take it for granted.
A word of truth in my spirit and I ask you take part.
I have a deep conviction in my heart, and I ask you to join me in this covenant.
Not just an oath something I break I'd no sooner split my heart, Father Preserve Us.
This is more than just a promise or oath that can be broken. I would sooner tear my own heart apart than break this covenant. Lord, please protect us.
Your Heart is Mine Covenant. Your Heart is My Heart. Never Forget
Our hearts belong to each other, and we have made an unbreakable covenant. We must never forget the depth and importance of our bond.
Contributed by Amelia A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.