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Encourage Yourself

By Donald Lawrence + The Tri-City Singers

2,650 views Jun 21, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Donald Lawrence and The Tri-City Singers' 'Encourage Yourself' is a gospel song about self-encouragement through faith during difficult times. The lyrics emphasize speaking God's word over one's life, declaring victory even when facing pressure or feeling weak. It draws on the biblical idea of encouraging oneself in the Lord, similar to David's example in 1 Samuel 30:6. The song repeats the message that no matter how one feels, speaking the word brings healing and strength. It is a declaration of faith and resilience, reminding listeners that they can overcome challenges by speaking God's promises over themselves.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

Verse 1:

Sometimes you have to encourage yourself.

Sometimes you have to speak victory during the test.

And no matter how you feel,

speak the word and you will be healed;

speak over yourself,

encourage yourself in the Lord.


Verse 2:

Sometimes you have to speak the word over yourself,

the pressure is all around,

but God is present help.

The enemy created walls,

but remember giants, they do fall;

speak over yourself,

encourage yourself in the Lord.


Bridge:

As I minister to you, oh I minister to myself,

life can hurt you so,

'til you feel there's nothing left.

(No matter how you feel),

(speak the word and you will be healed).


Speak over yourself.

Speak over yourself.

Speak over yourself.

Speak over yourself.


Vamp 2:

I'm encouraged.

I'm encouraged.

I'm encouraged.

I'm encouraged.


I'm encouraged,

I'm encouraged,

I'm encouraged,

I'm encouraged.


I'm encouraged.

I'm encouraged.

I'm encouraged.

I'm encouraged.


I'm encouraged,

I'm encouraged,

I'm encouraged,

I'm encouraged.


I'm encouraged.

I'm encouraged.

I'm encouraged.

I'm encouraged.


Ending:

(Speak over yourself),

(encourage yourself in the Lord).

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