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Old Time Religion
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Aug 14, 2026 updated
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Song Meaning
New World Son's "Old Time Religion" challenges the idea that faith is outdated, insisting that God's Spirit is active and present today. The song emphasizes God's unchanging nature and eternal reign, inviting listeners to recognize His work in the present. It references the testimony of believers, from children to adults, who affirm Jesus' life and the reality of amazing grace. The lyrics also point to signs of God's activity and the urgency of the times. Overall, it's a lively declaration that the Christian faith is not a relic but a living, current reality.
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How can you call it old time religion
When it's right here and right now?
Ain't nothing old about God's Holy Spirit
He's the same today as yesterday
And evermore shall He be
He's gonna reign eternally
Go ask the children, young men and women
Ask them if my Jesus is alive
They're gonna tell you all about amazing grace
They're gonna let you know my King is in this place
How can you call it old time religion
When it's right here and right now?
I've got a watch on, I know what time it is
And I'm not the only one
Come on, try to say you haven't seen the signs
Come now, try to tell us that it's in our minds
Some folks will hear it, some eyes will see
Good thing it ain't all up to me
How can you call it old time religion
When it's right here and right now?
Ain't nothing old about God's Holy Spirit
He's the same today as yesterday
And evermore shall He be
He's gonna reign eternally
Go ask the children, young men and women
Ask them if my Jesus is alive
They're gonna tell you all about amazing grace
They're gonna let you know my King is in this place
How can you call it old time religion
When it's right here and right now?