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Forgiven
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Aug 17, 2026 updated
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Sanctus Real's song "Forgiven" is a powerful anthem about finding freedom from past mistakes and failures through God's grace. The lyrics express the struggle of being haunted by past wrongs and the feeling of not measuring up, but ultimately finding identity and worth in Christ. The song emphasizes that through Jesus, believers are forgiven and no longer need to carry the weight of their past. It speaks to the universal human experience of guilt and shame, offering hope and reassurance that God's love and forgiveness are greater than any failure. The message is both personal and relatable, encouraging listeners to embrace their new identity in Christ.
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Well, the past is playing with my head
And failure knocks me down again
I'm reminded of the wrong
That I have said and done
And that devil just won't let me forget
In this life
I know what I've been
But here in Your arms
I know what I am
I'm forgiven
I'm forgiven
And I don't have to carry
The weight of who I've been
'Cause I'm forgiven
My mistakes are running through my mind
And I relive my days in the middle of the night
And I struggle with my pain and wrestle with my pride
Sometimes I feel alone and I cry
In this life
I know what I've been
But here in Your arms
I know what I am
Well, I'm forgiven
I'm forgiven
And I don't have to carry
The weight of who I've been
'Cause I'm forgiven
When I don't fit in and I don't feel like I belong anywhere
When I don't measure up to much in this life
Oh, I'm a treasure in the arms of Christ
'Cause I'm forgiven
Oh, I'm forgiven
I don't have to carry
The weight of who I've been
'Cause I'm forgiven