Stephen the Levite is living proof that God rewards and provides for those … Read Full Bio ↴Stephen the Levite is living proof that God rewards and provides for those who step out on faith and follow His call. Originally born in Southern California, Stephen the Levite met muzeONE at Bible College where they joined Redeemed Thought. Sensing God’s leading them to re-locate in Philadelphia, they packed up MuzeOne’s car and travelled cross-country to the East Coast, where they were immediately embraced by the Holy hip-hop community. In 2005, RT independently released their debut album, “Truth, Beauty, Goodness”, a rich blend of underground west coast lyricism and Biblical depth. In 2006, Stephen the Levite hooked up with Lamp Mode and dropped his solo project, “To Die is Gain”, a critically-acclaimed lyrical masterpiece. Future plans include receiving hate mail for making controversial statements about false teachers as well as starting a Christian hardcore thrash metal band.

To Resist from Darkness
Stephen the Levite Lyrics

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Steve: This here is the fight of my life, stick near and abide in the light
Fifth gear in the mind when I write, (slow it down)
Pencil to the paper this, sin still in my nature gets
Concealed but the Maker still, (knows I'm foul)
Press through like a bull dozer, sweat truth like a pull over
Trek through I don't pull over, (homeward bound)
We try to endure this race, rely on the Lord for strength
He guides implores His saints (hold it down)

Pro- pain when the pressure comes, proclaimin' the Blessed Son
No shame I'ma rep' Him dunn (boldness found)
No swayin' I die to the 'I', obey and abide in the vine
No shakin' the eyes of Divine (scopin' down)
We know who opposes us, Sheol and the globe of lust
These both but the most is us (cold and proud)
We focus our eyes on the Christ, He knows what our climate is like
Bestowin' a prize for the fight, (golden crown)
...so hold it down (hold it down)
...so hold it down (hold it down)
...so hold it down (hold it down)
(Hold it down) hold it down... for the golden crown

(Hold it down) cause our hope is found (hold it down)
Yo we' homeward bound (hold it down) c'mon hold it down...

Overall Meaning

In the song "To Resist From Darkness" by Stephen the Levite, the lyrics depict the fight against sin and darkness. The artist talks about the pressure, pain, and struggle that comes with sin still being present in his nature, but he chooses to press through, sweat truth, and trek on, relying on the Lord for strength. He acknowledges that opposition will come from the world and the prideful nature within, but he chooses to focus his eyes on Christ, knowing that He understands the climate of the struggles he faces. The chorus reminds us to hold it down for the goal of receiving the golden crown and for the hope we have in Christ to guide our journey.

This song displays a clear message about the spiritual battle Christians face and the need to continually resist darkness. It highlights the need to rely on God's strength and guidance to hold true to one's faith. The lyrics are introspective and honest about the struggle with sin and the need for God's help in overcoming it.

Line by Line Meaning

This here is the fight of my life, stick near and abide in the light
I am in the midst of the greatest struggle of my existence, so I will stay close to what is right and true

Fifth gear in the mind when I write, (slow it down)
My thoughts are racing as I write, but I need to take a step back and slow down

Pencil to the paper this, sin still in my nature gets, Concealed but the Maker still, (knows I'm foul)
As I write, I acknowledge the sin that still exists in my soul, even if it's hidden from others, but God is aware of it

Press through like a bull dozer, sweat truth like a pull over, Trek through I don't pull over, (homeward bound)
I will push forward with force and intensity, expressing the truth with everything I have while not letting anything hold me back from my ultimate goal

We try to endure this race, rely on the Lord for strength, He guides implores His saints (hold it down)
As we run this race, we must be strong and hold on, trusting in God to empower us and help us persevere

Pro- pain when the pressure comes, proclaimin' the Blessed Son, No shame I'ma rep' Him dunn (boldness found)
Even when things get tough and the pressure is on, I will boldly proclaim my faith in Jesus Christ with no shame or fear

No swayin' I die to the 'I', obey and abide in the vine, No shakin' the eyes of Divine (scopin' down)
I will not be swayed by my own selfish desires and will die to myself, choosing to obey and remain connected to Christ. Nothing can shake the eyes of God watching over me

We know who opposes us, Sheol and the globe of lust, These both but the most is us (cold and proud)
We are aware of the enemies that are against us, such as death and worldly desires, but our biggest obstacle is our own pride and coldness towards God

We focus our eyes on the Christ, He knows what our climate is like, Bestowin' a prize for the fight, (golden crown)
Our attention is fixed on Jesus, who understands the challenges we face. He will reward us for our perseverance with a crown of victory

...so hold it down (hold it down)
Therefore, stand firm in your faith and do not waver

(Hold it down) hold it down... for the golden crown
Hold on tight to your faith until the end, and receive the reward of eternal life

(Hold it down) cause our hope is found (hold it down)
Continue to hold on to your hope in Christ, knowing that He will see you through

Yo we' homeward bound (hold it down) c'mon hold it down...
We are on our way home to heaven, so hold fast to your faith until we make it there

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