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Spirit Thing
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Jul 14, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
Newsboys' song 'Spirit Thing' describes the subtle, internal guidance of the Holy Spirit in a believer's life. The lyrics portray this influence as a 'holy nudge' that keeps the singer on track, guards their heart, and helps discern truth from falsehood. The song acknowledges that this spiritual prompting can be hard to explain but encourages listeners to let it work. It reflects on moments of stepping back from public platforms, recognizing that some divine matters are beyond human explanation. The overall tone is lighthearted yet reverent, celebrating the Spirit's quiet but persistent role in guiding and protecting believers.
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It's not a family trait
It's nothing that I ate
And it didn't come from skating with holy rollers
It's an early warning sign
It keeps my life in line
But it's so hard to define
Never mind
[Chorus]
It's just a spirit thing
It's just a holy nudge
It's like a circuit judge in the brain
It's just a spirit thing
It's here to guard my heart
It's just a little hard to explain
It pushes when I quit
It smells a counterfeit
Sometimes it works a bit like a teleprompter
When it's teleprompting you
I pray you'll let it through
And I'll help you with the how
But for now
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
I took the pulpit
Then backed down again
Some things in heaven cannot be explained
I took the soapbox
Then backed down again
Some things in heaven cannot be explained
I took the airwaves
Then backed down again
Some things in heaven cannot be explained
[Chorus]