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'Flashing Blade' by Dream On: Captivating Melodies Echoing Faith's Struggles and Triumphs in God's Promise


Dream On's 'Flashing Blade' is a song that calls to the heart of every believer. The song resounds with echoes of Christ's suffering at the cross and His triumph over death, offering an allegorical reflection on the struggles of the modern world, such as modern-day knife crimes. But amidst these struggles, each lyric resonates with a firm trust in God's plan, a prayer uttered in faith for the strength to overcome, and the hope for resurrection as Jesus did.

Dream On - Flashing BladeListening to 'Flashing Blade', one cannot but be captivated by its melodic rhythm, persuading us to engage in a profound spiritual journey. The lyrics are deeply moving, mirroring life's battles and our cries for divine intervention. Yet, in surrendering to God, 'Lord, take my body, and take my soul,' lies the profound truth of our faith – the willingness to place our life in His hands, trusting His unfailing love and promise of salvation.

As the flashing blade comes crashing down, we, too, crash at His feet in humility, leaning on His strength, comforted by His promise of a better place, a new realm where youth and lost ones unite, free from life's trials.

Let Dream On's 'Flashing Blade' stir your soul, embolden your faith, and be a gentle reminder that through the fiercest trials, the sweetest triumph awaits. God's love, as the refrain in our lives, is never in vain.

(Related scripture: 1 Peter 1:7, John 16:33, 2 Corinthians 5:17)

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  • SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/dreamon12345678910
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4I31uRmydVGf4l9FWui0ut
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You can listen to the track directly on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1yxpnXkaIREccH2nbawwI7

Here is a link to the video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2Uz1aZITdM

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