Tenth Avenue North - The Struggle (with lyrics)

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Lyrics:
There’s a wreckage, there’s a fire
There’s a weakness in my love
There’s a hunger I can’t control
Lord, I falter and I fall down
Then I hold on to the chains You broke
When You came and saved my soul
Save my soul

Hallelujah
We are free to struggle
We’re not struggling to be free
Your blood bought and
Makes us children
Children, drop your chains and sing

So why, Lord, do I still fail
Do I wear thin
Why do I still give in to temptation
On my own, I am bankrupt
I don’t trust You or take You at Your word
What You’ve promised

Hallelujah, death is overcome
And we are breathing
Hallelujah, our stone hearts become
Flesh that’s beating
Hallelujah, chains have been undone
And we are singing
Hallelujah, the fire has begun
Can you feel it

Michael Donehey/Jason Jamison/Ruben Juarez III/Jeff Owen/Brendon Shirley

[bleh]

"The One the wind and waves obey is strong enough to save you." :)

-Tenth Avenue North

[JCloudsAnimeTalk]

There is no greater feeling in the world when you know that you are walking side by side with God, I cant explain it but it just feels beautiful

[Adano]

I haven been Christian for 3 years now. I never really took it seriously till one day my grandma got cancer. God gave me a dream that he healed her. And God did. since then I give God all my thanks. If your reading this just remember there is always someone who loves you and thats Jesus. God Bless everyone

[missionisagape]

Whatever you’re going through right now, remember that Jesus knows how you feel and sympathizes with your pain and weakness. He may not remove the anguish or change your situation, but He’ll always give you the grace to resist temptation, endure suffering, and grow in spiritual maturity.

[rhondabaroli]

Healing prayers for the ones that are struggling

[realmless]

As a autistic sixteen year old, I used to struggle with friendships. As a homeschooler, I didn't have the same social situations most people have. Nowadays I actually do have dozens of friends and one or two close friends. God has trained me in only a few short years to be able to walk into a room of strangers and leave behind a room of friends, all because he makes me strong enough to be social and be an example. That being said, I still struggle with talking to girls, I haven't had a girlfriend yet and have been rejected multiple times, so it does suck, and now the girls that seem to be my options are technically impossible, but God did give me a promise I would marry someone. So it hurts for now, I am trying to live as he would want me to, do as be says, and I simply don't have someone. But, I know what God said to me which is more secure than a vain promise of man. So, I follow him. So we are free to struggle, but not struggling to be free. You can even change, don't be afraid.

[esfd]

I am personally an atheist, but i can hear this bands passion for music and their religion, which is very inspiring regardless of what religious affiliation you are, i love this band.

[LiamWilkinstheoneandonly]

"Hallelujah,
We are free to struggle;
We're not struggling to be free."
I find that so powerful. We are blessed with free will, and I am so thankful to be free, with God by my side. The Evil One may tempt us and make us struggle, but God is the way to eternal happiness and the way to freedom.

[trevortomah]

Every day, 24/7, 365 times a day, the struggle continues on.

[savannahlevy]

I need God to help me stay with Him. Sometimes the wickedness of the world tries to drag me in with promises of wealth and fortune and fun times, but I need Him to keep reminding me that those are only temporary physical joys that will eventually die. God is FOREVER.

[christopherlionheartmusic]

I love how people can seek encouragement and give encouragement form complete strangers on here. Its so cool, because after all we are all brothers and sisters and we all need each other. I love you guys

[robinsueu]

Thank-you for being open to God using you all to touch others lives. I saw you in Ohio for the Struggle Tour and it was amazing. God was present!!!!

[bethanyleavitt]

Life is really hard, but walking hand in hand with God through the struggle makes it a million times easier! This song make me feel like I'm not failing at life even though I may be struggling with something. Thank you Tenth Avenue North for writing such an encouraging and Powerful song. Keep up the good work, God bless you.

[Support.Landoncool]

I don't know if you (Tenth Avenue North) reads these comments, but I just want to say THANK YOU!!! I don't have an amazing testimony or come back story....But the Lord talked to me through your music breaking me down so he could build me back up whole. I'd hear your songs in the weirdest places or ways one after another, like God kept tapping me to get my attention (1. Worn 2. You are more 3. Forgive me 4. BELOVED 5. The Struggle). Finally after a week I broke down and gave up everything sinful that was in my life. He has opened my eyes and set me free! I went around singing this song for months haha I love it. I've been a born again Christian for about 3 years now and have the Hope that God will shine his light through me and reach my husband. I finally got to see you @Soulfest last night with my son Landon whose 5yrs old. Anyways, thank you for playing this song, I wish I could have given you all a hug or said thank you in person, but hopefully you see this. Prayers and safe travels, for you and your families =]

[christinata]

This song consistently brings healing to my aching and wild heart. I love it!

[davidj.powell]

WoW!!! Yet Another AAAHHHSSSUUUMM Song By Tenth Avenue North. May GOD Always Bless Them & Their Music Ministry In Every Mighty Way!

[blairburrows]

I love how the prayer request are here and there are people willing to pray. This is Love.

[tylermckinley]

I know Jesus Christ lives. He has replaced my feelings of guilt with peace and comfort by the power of his Atonement. Without him I am nothing. He forgives, he loves, he protects, and he is here always. Reach out to him and he will be at your side. I know it.

[rebeccaperez]

Tenth Avenue North never ceases to amaze me!

[MJSJenkins]

You are not alone, God is with you. In Christ you are free to struggle, keep your head up.