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God Is Not a Secret
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Jul 20, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Newsboys' song 'God Is Not a Secret to Be Kept' is a bold declaration that faith in God should not be hidden or diluted for public acceptance. The lyrics reject the idea of making Christianity more palatable by downplaying its core message. The band insists that the cross and God's truth must be openly proclaimed, even if it offends. The song references the biblical idea that if believers remain silent, creation itself will cry out. It challenges listeners to consider whether their silence contributes to the rejection of Christ, urging them to speak boldly about their faith without compromise.
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You don't understand
This is not what you think it is
You don't get it, man
You want to boil it down to show biz
Your in-depth research shows:
Drop the God, emphasize the beat
I've heard that positive pop you dig--
I'd rather be buried in wet concrete
Take back your free advice
I don't accept
I will not play those games
God is not a secret to be kept
God is not a secret to be kept
You don't understand
I'm not talking multiple choice
You don't get it, man
If the cross offends you, find another voice
I am not running for office here
I won't keep it purposefully vague
I've heard New Age Life-force trip
I'd rather be dipped in bubonic plague
Take back your free advice
I don't accept
I will not play those games
God is not a secret to be kept
God is not a secret to be kept
If we keep silent
If we mass defect
These very rocks will scream
God is not a secret to be kept
God is not a secret to be kept
And would I wash my hands again?
Would I deny my savior when
He hung inside the public square?
Did not my silence put him there?