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Occupy My Mind Oh Lord
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Jul 3, 2026 updated
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Ellsworth Quammie's 'Occupy My Mind Oh Lord' is a prayerful song asking God to fill the singer's thoughts and guard against sin. The lyrics describe spiritual warfare, with the devil trying to lead the heart astray, but express confidence in God's protection. The song echoes Psalm 19:14 in asking that words and meditations be acceptable to God. It also longs for God's love to saturate the soul and for readiness for heaven. The repeated plea to guide the heart and not be a 'devil's child again' emphasizes surrender and a desire for holiness.
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I don't want the devil in
he is working very hard
To fill my heart with sin
he shoots from every angle
with weapons great and small
But I know that thou art able
To shield me from them all
So help me to
Guide my heart lord
You are my best friend
I don't wanna be
A devil's child again x2
So let the words of my mouth
The meditation of my heart
Be acceptable in thy sight
Lord help me to live right
Saturate my soul oh Lord
With the frequence of your love
I Wanna be ready for the journey
To my home above
Help me to
Guide my heart lord
You are my best friend
I don't wanna be
A devil's child again
Help me to
Guide my heart lord
You are my best friend
I don't wanna be
A devil's child again
Occupy my mind Lord,
I don't want the devil in
he is working very hard
To fill my heart with sin
he shoots from every angle
with weapons great and small
But I know that thou art able
To shield me from them all
So help me to
Guide my heart lord
You are my best friend
I don't wanna be
A devil's child again
I don't wanna be
A devils child again
Not again, Not again