The song “Break Every Chain” isn’t just a melody; it’s an anthem of liberation. At payoffsong.com, we delve into the stories behind powerful worship songs, and this one is no exception. When we recorded “Break Every Chain” for our album “By Your Blood,” we experienced something extraordinary. It felt as though the presence of God filled the studio, guiding our creation and imbuing the song with a tangible power.
This wasn’t just about crafting a catchy tune. “Break Every Chain” is rooted in the very mission of Jesus Christ, echoing the words of Luke 4:18: “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.” This scripture encapsulates the core message of the song: the freedom Christ offers is real, accessible, and meant to be shared.
The power we sing about in “Break Every Chain Song” is the very force that shatters the chains that bind us. These chains can take many forms – addiction, depression, doubt, lies – anything that holds us captive and prevents us from living in fullness. Crucially, this liberating power isn’t found in religious rituals or man-made traditions. It’s exclusively found in Jesus Christ.
The Apostle Paul, in Ephesians 1:19, speaks of this very power: “I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God’s power for us who believe in him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God’s right hand in the heavenly realms.” Romans 8:11 further emphasizes this, stating, “And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you.”
If the same power that resurrected Jesus resides within us, imagine the possibilities. This is the power that can break every chain, lifting us out of any bondage that seeks to define us. It’s a power that transcends our limitations and sets us on a path of true freedom.
Rachel Wilson, worship leader at Fuzed Worship, sharing the story behind the 'Break Every Chain' song
Jesus himself declared in John 8:32, “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” And what is this truth? Jesus clarifies in John 14:6, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” Jesus is the truth. The answer to breaking every chain isn’t found in fleeting fixes, but in turning directly to Jesus, the source of all freedom. He bore the weight of our sins, paying the ultimate price to liberate us from every shackle.
Through His name, we are freed from every chain that hinders us from walking in the fullness of His power and grace. In His name, we are positioned and equipped to rise as the army He has called us to be. He desires to break every chain, empowering us to become His ambassadors, ministering reconciliation to the world.
Our prayer, with “Break Every Chain” and every song we create at payoffsong.com, is that God’s power and presence will be undeniable in your life, just as it has been in ours. Embrace the freedom offered in Christ, rise up, and join us in becoming a mighty force for His glory, doing greater works in His name.
