Casting Crowns - Waiting On The Night To Fall Lyrics






There's an old man living in the back of your woods tonight
You forgot he was even there, but you've never slipped his mind
Hes living off of scraps of you you never knew you left behind
And as the sun goes down, he rises with a smile

Hes waiting on the night to fall
The old mans coming to call
You don't see the writing on the wall
Hell never step out in the light
No, hes just biding time
And while you slumber, hes gonna come and take it all
Hes waiting on the night to fall
Hes waiting on the night to fall

He knows you have the answers, but Truth lies dusty on your shelf
And the sword that you could slay him with has become an ornament and nothing else
You could put him back down in his hole in the ground, but he knows you never will
Hes been around so long you got used to the smell

He knows hell never have your soul
But he will gladly rob you blind
While you're feasting at his table, hell tie your hands and numb your mind
Hell take you farther than you wanna go
Hell keep you longer than you wanna stay
And it will cost you more than you ever thought you'd pay

Hes waiting on the night
Hes waiting on the night to fall
The old mans coming to call
But you don't see, you don't see the writing on the wall
Hes waiting on the night
Hes waiting on the night to fall
Hes waiting on the night to fall





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  1. F.... ....

    The old man is what you’re doing wrong and you knows but you still do anyway! I’m so tired of this old man.😔

  2. H.... ....

    People need religion. They need hope in a world full of people who set out to destroy others. Religion seems to be the only lasting thing on earth that makes people believe in something better to live for. I believe in God because I was raised to. But there’s a reason people in desperate times choose religion and turn to God. Because it’s a last hope. So don’t tell people religion isn’t real, people don’t seem to see that when u take a persons religion you take their hope and everything they believe in just because you don’t believe it. The worlds only unfair because people make it like that. So don’t be another person who makes the world a worse place.

    The logic of this world raps around minds like a snake. Ruins things for so many people. Others use it as a weapon against others. So many people have lost their senses. I’m young and this world already feels hopeless. I would have been dead long ago if I didn’t have religion.

    God knows this.

  3. J.... S....

    Love this song message!!!

  4. I.... R....

    That is an incredible tree

  5. K.... T....

    This is just what I need to hear ii like a lot more

  6. B.... J....

    2000 YEAR OLD CLAIMS - STILL NEVER HAPPENING. JUST MYTHS IN THE MINDS OF INDOCTRINATED PEOPLE WITH LOW IQ's! CLAIMS THAT WILL NEVER BE SUBSTANTIATED!

  7. G.... E....

    There is still hope though right? How do we return to the light? I've been lost for so long I don't know what to do or where to go. There has to be some kind of hope though for those who have lost their way. We can't be lost for good I just don't want to believe it.

  8. J.... W....

    I remember the first time I heard this song, I was so creeped out. But I was creeped out because of how true it is. Now I realize even if it seems creepy like they're singing about Satan or sin, it's actually a very good warning to stay alert and on guard against the devil! 🙏🙏

  9. K.... M....

    How do we keep this from happening ? Always keep Jesus first in our lives, every day. Hide His word in our hearts. Keep Him the center of every part of our lives. Talk to Jesus all the time.♡
    JESUS LOVES US SO LETS JUST LOVE OUR JESUS♡

  10. T.... O....

    Who else was waiting for a creepy old man to pop up out of the bushes in the video?

  11. C.... (....

    "He knows you have the answers, but truth lies dusty on your shelf / And the sword that you could slay him with has become an ornament and nothing else / You could put him back down in his hole in the ground, but he knows you never will." Brothers and sisters in Christ, come unto god, and get rid of this old man who lies to you and tempts you with worldly things. Come unto God, and you will be saved.

  12. B.... A....

    One of my Favorite Songs that speaks into so much truth with all the stuff we're being exposed to.

  13. N.... E....

    Let us behave properly as in the day, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual promiscuity and sensuality, not in strife and jealousy. But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh in regard to its lusts. Romans 13:13-14 ♥ AN OLD INDIAN PROVERB:Two wolves living inside of you, One is black and one is white, one is the flesh,and one is the Holy Spirit. The one you that you feed the most will WIN!♥

  14. n.... e....

    This song makes me think and wakes me up! The words are so well put together! It’s a bit like watching a thriller movie. Brilliant!

  15. Q.... O....

    I remember being scared of this song when I was 10. But now that I'm a teenager, I see that it's so true. Especially considering that my dad and step mom and family on his side are not Christians.

  16. n.... e....

    This song is so impressive! I wish they did a video on this one!

  17. R.... k....

    Traducao pfavor

  18. F.... ....

    This about addition, sin, anything that hold you back from doing what you supposed to be doing with you life

  19. s.... m....

    Luv u guys

  20. j.... v....

    I like your songs 😀🌌🙂

  21. W.... V....

    Que louvor linndo....

  22. S.... T....

    I heard this at night when u was in a long bus ride, i own the whole album but never saw that song I was so creeped out at first but then I realized it was probably about Satan

  23. T.... G....

    At first I thought this might be a cover of Depeche Mode's song, but sadly found out its just some bland song that barely qualifies as easy listening radio.

  24. J.... B....

    That's has me crying it so true and tonight one of them nights

  25. B.... A....

    Very powerful music you guys keep doing what you're doing God bless you

  26. Y.... V....

    beautiful song God bless you casting crowns

  27. M.... C....

    There's an old man living in the back of your wood tonight I was pretty sure this meant the devil was waiting for the night to fall and the sword you could slay him with was the bible and in all way we can use it for good but then I got reading the comments and i dont know any more this song was probably ment to have different types of affection to the different types of people

  28. m.... m....

    this is such a beautiful song. I need to show this to my church 😍🙌🏽

  29. M.... f....

    dimais : )

  30. X.... N....

    look at the thrive challenge.this song is about addictions and bad habits. beautiful song. anytime I get an old craving this snaps me out.

  31. S.... o....

    This song hits hard...

  32. M.... c....

    Such a beautiful song

  33. S.... ....

    This song gave me the creeps😅

  34. D.... R....

    This gave me the chills, Well Done.

  35. t.... m....

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️casting crowns ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  36. S.... K....

    Not long anymore and our King is coming!❤️

  37. G.... K....

    +Elder Lyons you should make a Christian book, also i agree with everything you wrote

  38. P.... P....

    "The old man living in the back of your woods" is your flesh, the old man of sin within. the flesh is at enmity with God, and seeks to hinder you. too often, we give Satan far too much credit. there is a war within us, and the flesh can creep up unaware upon us, and take advantage of our weakness. there is another law within our members, warring against the law of our mind. our flesh is wretched, and seeks only self gratification. so many slumber under control of the flesh, and do nothing for Christ. we don't open our bibles, or fall on our knees before our lord. For many, we call him Lord, but do not give him deity of our lives. Pray, study, and fear no evil. God is with us, and no matter how terrifying the giant is outside, we have the Maker of the Universe, and we have the Victory! the night is far spent, and the day is at hand. therefore, let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. (Romans 13:12) Serve God with gladness, and look up, Jesus is coming again, and it may be today. God bless

    P.... P....

    I feel as though God as spoken to me through this song. Thank you casting crowns

    P.... P....

    Thank you alot I needed to hear this

    P.... P....

    Love this.. Well written! God is Great !

    P.... P....

    I came to the comments hoping someone would explain what this song meant. I only knew it sounded creepy lol but after reading your explanation of this great song now i totally understand. Thank you for taking the time to explain to us and God bless you.

    P.... P....

    Agreed. The old man is the evil one.

  39. 5.... ....

    A Very Good Song !!!

  40. m.... ....

    Isn't the old man our old selves that we were suppose to put away when we became new creatures in God? For me, I have not let go of that old person and I'm struggling to fully let go

    m.... ....

    +mkmgramirez
    You can only do that if you KEEP your eyes (focused) on Jesus, looking away from yourselves!!!! For HE is the Hope of glory within us, 
    not WE our own HOPE. HE CAN BE Himself IN you... (easy for HIM)
    It is HIS work IN you, not your own, we could never BE Jesus, HE can :) IN U!!!
    Just ask Him HEEEEEEEELP!!!!! PLease and bow down at His feet, lay it in His hands, as often as needs be. We keep it under, sitting ON it, IN Jesus.
    Looking at Jesus.
    Peter could only WALK on the water as long as He looked at Jesus!
    Not at circumstances or how am I doing?? D;
    Jude 24 and 25, this is the work JESUS will and IS doing IN us. Give over to Him,
    let go your clenched fist, trying to work it out yourself, just hindering HIM.
    ASK and THANK Him for help, always in all things. Dont be independent!
    For HE wants a CLOSE relationship with us from within! Not far away!
    And walk, not run with Him every day, always with u and within you, never away!
    Unless HE says RUN.... you dont need to. BLESS YOU : )

    m.... ....

    no, the song writers said the song was about addictions and bad habits.

    m.... ....

    Xryssyn Naru I prefer the flesh, old man interpretation.

    m.... ....

    mkmgramirez We all are, dear. You're no different from any other Christian. Only our King can break the hold the old man has on our hearts. Trust Him to give you the strength to fight your evil nature, and trust Him to forgive you when you stumble. He will always be with you, and no sin you or any others can commit will ever change that.

  41. z.... ....

    It makes me crazy happy that there are so many Christian comments

    z.... ....

    +gamerz8online It also makes me happy you double posted your comment. XD

    z.... ....

    Made me lose some brain cells to see that people actually still think Christianity is real, let alone a "loving God". Lmao

    z.... ....

    JOKE #11766 God is more real than you and me

    z.... ....

    Listen. People need religion. They need hope in a world full of people who set out to destroy others. Religion seems to be the only lasting thing on earth that makes people believe in something better to live for. I believe in God because I was raised to. But there’s a reason people in desperate times choose religion and turn to God. Because it’s a last hope. So don’t tell people religion isn’t real, people don’t seem to see that when u take a persons religion you take their hope and everything they believe in just because you don’t believe it. The worlds only unfair because people make it like that. So don’t be another person who makes the world a worse place.

    The logic of this world raps around minds like a snake. Ruins things for so many people. Others use it as a weapon against others. So many people have lost their senses. I’m young and this world already feels hopeless. I would have been dead long ago if I didn’t have religion.

  42. V.... C....

    what I believe this song is about satin is al ways fighting you tempting you and other things but he will never stop torturing you and he will all ways fight and you don't all ways fight back.P.S bless everyone

  43. M.... ....

    Thank you for this so special song. It is a warming for me! The music touches my soul and my mind!

  44. G.... &....

    This song has a different meaning to everyone. It's like a poem. Someone may get one meaning and another will get another meaning. So there's not only one meaning. There can be more than one meaning. Everyone is just trying to express their own personal meaning.

  45. R.... Z....

    John 10,10 ;The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

    Description:
    Mark Hall

    “This is a song about addiction, about someone that’s trapped by something they are hooked on. Addiction is like an old man who has got us in some way. Addiction is patient and [says], ‘If you want to be excited about Jesus this week, you go right ahead. I’ll just be right here. Run and sing your songs and do your thing and I’ll be here waiting.’ It seems like that with every record there is a warning song.”

    R.... Z....

    I like your interpretation but What I got out of it was when Christian falls into temptation and is not able to get out

    R.... Z....

    +Gage Price I got that too. Because it says "he'll never get your soul", my interpretation is that is about a Christian who is not prepare to fight temptation because he has his sword (bible) all dusty and he is not using it.

  46. L.... ....

    I have noticed something.. We like to listen to this song for example, song that is about an addiction (Mark Hall interpreted it like this, look it up).

    And we listen, we become aware of the danger of falling again in an old addiction like pornography for example, we like to listen and after listening to this song we may say: "Yea, the old man, we must be prepared, we must take our dusty Bible from our shelf, we have to handle the sword in order to kill the old man".

    For me the old man is the addiction as it is presented in the song but also the fleshy, worldy man which is also in every believer.

    But, it seems like so many times we like just to listen, to approve the message, to listen to it tens of times and then when we have to put it in practice we fail.. Ever happened to you? It happened to me.

    I`m not saying that this music is not ok, on the contrary, it`s a song of warning. There are also church messages inspired by the Holy Spirit that touch us and we like to listen but when we leave the church it`s like satan erase all our will, and we preffer to do the things of this world.

    Here is our problem, we think we can stand up but in the same time our relationship with God is weak, our Bible lay dusty on the shelf... Or without a strong relationship with God, without His Word, even if we are born again Christians, we will fail. (Romans 7:21-25)

    It`s not enough just to listen to a great music like this, one must also be close to God in order to be victorious against the old man who will be within us untill our body will also be redeemed, on that glorious day when Jesus will come to take His bride, the Church!

    So, let`s not feed the old man with the garbage of this world because, as the song says, the "old man" eats these "scraps" and gets stronger. Let`s keep him crucified as it was when Jesus saved us (Romans 6:6), let`s not take him down.

    We need a strong life of prayer and also we need His Word daily! Easy to say, a little bit more difficult to achieve, eh? Well, for us it`s impossible but all things are possible with Christ who strenghtens me (Philippians 4:13). So ask Him for help and live a happy life with God!

    Useful scripture:

    Romans 7:21-25

    "21 So I find this law at work: Although I want to do good, evil is right there with me.
    22 For in my inner being I delight in God’s law;
    23 but I see another law at work in me, waging war against the law of my mind
    and making me a prisoner of the law of sin at work within me.
    24 What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body that is subject to death?
    25 Thanks be to God, who delivers me through Jesus Christ our Lord!"

    Philippians 4:13

    "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

    Romans 6:6

    "6 ...knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that
    the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer
    be slaves of sin"

    L.... ....

    You talk to complete truth and i thank God for making me aware once more and since last week have been away from sin and praying, reading the Bible, waking up earlier than supposed to to pray to God and today i even fasted (i believe thats the correct word my main language is spanish) from 6 am till now 12 midday with my friend (for a while, she had to go to class and do chores) and i pray that God keeps giving me strength and keeping me doing all of this for days to come so I'm prepared every time sin, worldly behavior, and Satan try to get to me

  47. N.... G....

    this song is literally whatever you're going through. when you change in Christ the old man is supposed to die. but he never actually dies for most. he sits there waiting. if you are no longer depressed, one day something could happen. and because you didn't really change you're right back there. only God can kill the old man. not us. and when we don't let God take control we are basically saying "see you later" to the old man inside of us. when Christ lives in you there is no room for anyone else. if the old man is there it means you never really trusted Christ. but, all of you are right, it is all of those things. You interpret this song the same way you interpret bible verses. New meaning when you're going through something different every time.

    N.... G....

    The old man will never depart even if Christ is in us. He will be outside waiting to take chances. When we are dead or if Christ comes and we are in rapture, it will be over. Understand that bro.

  48. r.... h....

    Spot on Raymond

  49. R.... F....

    So glad when I wake up and find it was only a nightmare dream and Jesus is still with me!  I'm just dreaming and He promised and is faithful still! Halleluia!  Redeemed!

  50. B.... P....

    like this song!

  51. r.... ....

    I love this song so much

  52. S.... R....

    This song is about fighting with addiction.

    S.... R....

    +Shawn Robinson Mark Hall 
    “This is a song about addiction, about someone that’s trapped by something they are hooked on. Addiction is like an old man who has got us in some way. Addiction is patient and [says], ‘If you want to be excited about Jesus this week, you go right ahead. I’ll just be right here. Run and sing your songs and do your thing and I’ll be here waiting.’ It seems like that with every record there is a warning song.”

    S.... R....

    +kimberly hughes THIS song is about the devil its screams satan the thief the murderer the deceiver.

    S.... R....

    +kimberly hughes Yes... it is a warning... I agree there seems to be a song of warning on nearly every album, as there are also many in God's Word... I try to heed them and am not always successful... but I continue to put on God's armor and know in the end that in Christ I am victorious! Evil will not prevail. Anything that is not of God might be considered of Satan or evil... anything that takes the place of God in our lives could be considered an addiction, I suppose... whether it be alcohol, drugs, money, etc. Addiction or the Devil may wait... but I believe so does Jesus, with glorious and awesome patience and love, with His arms open wide to welcome us home if we repent and seek forgiveness and help in His Name. In Jesus' Holy Name let me believe the voice of Truth and not the lies of the ultimate deceiver. Amen.

    S.... R....

    Shawn Robinson you're exactly right. The old man in the song means drugs or whatever it is you are addicted to. I'm a recovering addict so I know this well. The old man is waiting for the night to fall so he can come back and swoop you up back in to addiction once again.

  53. R.... B....

    I believe the "old man living in the back of your woods is Satan," too.  He's going to show up in some form, whether it's addiction, flash backs of bad memories, whatever. Just remember that he's a dead horse, and he knows his time is short.  But don't let your sword of the Spirit become an ornament!!!

    R.... B....

    Romans 6:6 "knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin."
    This "old man" is not Satan. Satan is {an} enemy, he is not {the} enemy. God breathed holy breath into our lungs and with that same breath we spit in His face. If Satan has the power to "make me do it" then how much more does The Holy Spirit have to effect change in me?

    R.... B....

    Romans 6:6 "knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin."
    This "old man" is not Satan. Satan is {an} enemy, he is not {the} enemy. God breathed holy breath into our lungs and with that same breath we spit in His face. If Satan has the power to "make me do it" then how much more does The Holy Spirit have to effect change in me?

    R.... B....

    Romans 6:6 "knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin."
    This "old man" is not Satan. Satan is {an} enemy, he is not {the} enemy. God breathed holy breath into our lungs and with that same breath we spit in His face. If Satan has the power to "make me do it" then how much more does The Holy Spirit have to effect change in me?

    R.... B....

    +Raymond Nazimek Our sword of the Spirit is not the "holy breath God breathed into our lungs"--our sword of the Holy Spirit inside believers is the Word of God (Ephesians 6). And I'm saying what this song is saying is true. Satan waits until "night falls," he waits until we're weak to hit us with temptation, just as he waited until Jesus was weakened by hunger when he hit him with temptation. Jesus' sword was the Word, as it ours.

    R.... B....

    +Karen Reid I totally agree with you. And that is why we are suppose to meditate upon the word of God day and night so we can't fall into temptations.

  54. R.... L....

    Am I the only one who thought this song was talking about satan?

    R.... L....

    It is about satan
    It about he can get even at ur most vulnerable spots

  55. N.... P....

    Wow this song has left me at a lost for words, very powerful message, the old man is definantly always waiting to call.

    N.... P....

    @End Times Rider He's using symbolism the reason why the singer say's he's waiting on the night to fall is not because the devil doesn't actively tempt and mess with people day and night by "waiting on the night to fall" the singer means he's waiting for you to let your guard down and to be weak so he can come and drag you away from God. when the singer calls him an old man he's just describing the devil in a way that alot of people might understand basically using sort of an analogy likening the devil to an old man who is waiting for the right moment to bring you down and take "your treasure" the devil actively tries to destroy and bring people down he gradually brings them away from God one thing at a time.

    N.... P....

    @End Times Rider the word of God is filled with symbolism and analogies when they say Jesus was "the lamb of God" He wasn't an actual lamb of course and Jesus himself preached using parables which were filled with symbolism and analogies, but I can understand your point of view I do respect your way of thinking I personally like symbolism just because it can be a good method of teaching and or learning since it explains things in a different way and if done right can still project the truth. God bless .

    N.... P....

    Ok thank you for your input on the song, I know the bible has not described the devil as a old man but I know exactly wat the song is referring to,

    N.... P....

    But I do know this song is powerful and very meaningful I can definantly relate to it

  56. P.... G....

    No one is above the enemies attack on our life. That is why we need the power of the Holy Ghost to give you the power to fight against Satan.

    P.... G....

    @Paula Green Jesus fought Satan's temptations with, "It is written, it is written, it is written."  Satan laughs when we try to fight him, but he trembles when we pray, and he flees when our sword of the spirit is the Word of God.

  57. A.... b....

    The Best

  58. L.... Q....

    i like this song and think creepy because it is about Satan waiting to get you when you die and i like it because it warns you about Satan and how you can take him down with God.

    L.... Q....

    it's not about Satan at all. we have a bigger problem than Satan. He is a defeated foe. this song is all about our own personal tendencies to allow our old sinful habits to creep back into our lives. Satan didn't make me do anything, I choose sin over God and forget that I'm redeemed. I doubt it's your intention to diminish that but don't let blame be primarily on the devil and his cronies. we "Christians" do more damage than Satan with our watered down gospel anyways.

    L.... Q....

    it's not about Satan at all. we have a bigger problem than Satan. He is a defeated foe. this song is all about our own personal tendencies to allow our old sinful habits to creep back into our lives. Satan didn't make me do anything, I choose sin over God and forget that I'm redeemed. I doubt it's your intention to diminish that but don't let blame be primarily on the devil and his cronies. we "Christians" do more damage than Satan with our watered down gospel anyways.

    L.... Q....

    +Raymond Nazimek everyone has their own opinions on what they "hear" when they listen to music. Personally I agree with them

    L.... Q....

    +Raymond Nazimek I agree with you. We always blame the devil for EVERYTHING but sometimes it is our own fault not the devil. That is why as a christian we should be careful about the choices we make.

    L.... Q....

    Naromy Zlay totally agree. Most of the time it's our fault not the devil's.

  59. R.... I....

    This is my new favorite song.

  60. N.... H....

    Precious song amazing

  61. D.... W....

    THE SONG SCARED ME AT FIRST,THEN  THE MORE I LISTEND THE MORE I UNDER STOOD.THE SONG WAS WRITTEN  A RECOVERING DRUG ADDICT,I REALLY CAME TO UNDER STAND IT AS A RECOVERING  ALCOHOLIC. I GOT  LYRICS@GUITAR TABS AND CORDS.NOW I CANT STOP LISTENING TO THE SONG,BUT IT HURTS A LITTLE SOMETIMES THE TRUTH WILL DO THAT,I NEVER LOOKED AT THE THE SONG TELLS IT.BECAUSE THE OLD MAN IN MY WOODS WOULD LOVE TO TAKE ME BACK IN INTO HIS TABLE AND GET ME TO HAVE A DRINK WITH HIM,HE STILL STILL TRIES TO HIDE IN  BACK OF MY MIND.WHEN PEOPLE ASK ME HOW I SOBERED UP I SAY ONLY BY THE GRACE OF GOD I ALMOST DIED 3 TIMES, WAS IN A COMMA 52 DAYS ALL BECAUSE OF ALCOHOL.

    D.... W....

    I WANT TO CORRECT WHAT I SAID .THE SONG WAS WRITTEN ABOUT A DRUG ADDICT THAT WAS HAVING A PROBLEM.I THINK THE .THE LEAD SINGER WROTH IT ABOUT A STUDENT  OF HIS.

  62. M.... M....

    But with this being true, how sin is always waiting, with God on our side, his light, his glory never has to ever turn to darkness

  63. M.... M....

    This just brings tears to my eyes. This is so true.

  64. C.... M....

    I love this song at first i was like what the heck is this and then when it talks about how we could leave him (sin) but he knows we wont. I thought that was amazing because he knows that we are human and we make mistakes and that we love sin so much because it gets us want we want (for the time being) and then BAM! We're in these chains that we cant get out of and we're too stubborn to ask for help from God.

  65. C.... V....

    like a thief in the night 

  66. R.... P....

    I just love this one to pieces !!!!   Great falsetto Mark!

  67. n.... ....

    I read a few comments and was touched by how 'human' we all are. But what a difference God makes in people's lives. GOD IS ON OUR SIDE. The evil one may be close "like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour", but like the song encourages us to do, take up your sword "which is the Word of God". It is the only offensive weapon in the full armour of God (Eph 6). Stay close to Jesus (the Living Word). Cling to Him and He won't let go of you. Also feed on the Written Word, eat God's words (like Jeremiah); and let God change you. Only He can change us and deliver us from the 'old man' - we can't. Coming to Jesus is the first step - staying close to Him is what will and does transform our lives. May God bless you all!

  68. J.... R....

    We rely upon our true strength..God and Jesus Christ;and the holy will and word of God;the messages are an added bonus;but the word is are double edged sword;and Christ is our Savior always our rise above the fall.

  69. H.... W....

    BEST SONG EVER

  70. A.... K....

    I've been really confused with the meaning of this song. At first I though maybe it might mean additions, past regrets, ext... But then I thought it the man could be santain. I've tried to look for meaning but I haven't been able to find any.. Will someone help please

  71. A.... ....

    The "old man" in this song is the old you. That's why we must die to sin daily.

  72. V.... Y....

    Love this song so much. It's taking about, addiction.

  73. J.... ....

    I find it amazing how changing a single word, "on" instead of "for", gives the phrase a much darker and deeper meaning. "Waiting for the night to fall" means exactly that, waiting for it to be night-time. But "Waiting on the night to fall" (IMHO) means much more: "waiting on the night", that Satan is part of the night, of that darkness, that temptation; and "waiting to fall", that he is there waiting for us to be tempted to fall upon us (the word pounce comes to mind) with pain, anguish and destruction.

    We need more bands like Casting Crowns, their songs are filled with meaning and significance, something not that common in popular music these days..

  74. S.... R....

    Seems great for judas

  75. S.... B....

    this song means the devel is after you

  76. S.... ....

    I am married to an alcoholic and let me warn you folks, they don't call it spirits for nothing. Satan is after every soul he can claim & if he hurts a few Christians in the process, well, that just makes him happier.

    S.... ....

    Stay strong . Leave his sorry ass and turn to god for help . Praying for you .

    S.... ....

    I am already a Christian Harry.

    S.... ....

    Presumably but never the lesser you are better than he is worth

    S.... ....

    Harry,
    TY But he is going on 6 weeks sober & has given his life to Christ. Jesus still preforms miracles.

    S.... ....

    God Bless... :)

  77. B.... Z....

    love u castng crowns

  78. M.... A....

    1:30 in the song:  "He knows you have the answers, but truth lies dusty on your shelf... and the sword that you could slay him with has become an ornament and nothing else." I find this to be one of the most powerful lines of the song.  Satan knows that we all have a Bible, and God longs for us to take His Word with us and read it so that we can have a personal love relationship with him… but if it just sits there on a shelf, it is useless.  I read the Word of God every day of my life. I am a sinner because I am human, but I am a Christian.

    M.... A....

    Crazy..that's kind of last sunday's bible lesson in worship hour. Cool.

  79. M.... S....

    i so love the message brought out from this song................. all about preparedness!!!!!!!!! ~BEING PREPARED ALWAYS~

  80. M.... M....

    When I first heard the lyrics, I was kind of creeped. But at that moment I realised how they are telling the truth in this amazing song. It's scary how some of us (including me) are closer to Satan than we think we are. For me, sometimes, it's hard to 'believe' and while I try to pray as much as I can for help, the message brought by this song hit me even harder. I love Casting Crowns. They are amazing.

    M.... M....

    @Echo Frost the line goes something like: "the devil sometimes lets you live a happy life, because he knows you'll stay there. its like a prison, but the doors wide open. you can leave whenever you'd like, but you don't."

    M.... M....

    @Christian Aliperti Leave! Why don't you leave this prison? By ourselves we are weak and we can't do it. It is only possible in the strength of Jesus. He is our Tower of Strength and our Refuge. Don't let the evil one fool you and trick you into believing that you cannot leave. Leave your prison and enter the courts of the Lord with your eyes fixed on Jesus.

    M.... M....

    Evil fears God so when tempted there is always a way out, for God wants you to be tested for all of God's servants  have been but God and Jesus Christ is always  the answer you just need to give in to him accept his forgiveness.

    If we died with Him, we will also live with Him, If we endure, we will also reign with him
    2 Timothy 1:11-12 

    M.... M....

    Mr. Mysteryman that's y I ❤ this song

    M.... M....

    Same here bro

  81. �.... �....

    ИиЛЛДБ&''&'&.'ябББябБ'б'б''бю''я

  82. F.... B....

    Great song! I love the strings chord right on the word "smile" at 0:41. Pretty descriptive..

  83. B.... E....

    Beautiful reminder!

  84. N.... L....

    Old Man, that's another word for your flesh. Good song.

    N.... L....

    yes..the spirit is willing;but the flesh is weak.

  85. M.... B....

    I love this song and it is so true....addiction is very alive...and it is always waiting in the shadows.... ready to take over the mind....like the song says...waiting for the night to fall.

  86. g.... m....

    If people don't like or understand casting crowns, than you missing out, nobody does it like casting crowns! They are the best of the best & put true meaning in gods music, I turned on a lot of people 2 casting crowns, twitter & Facebook cuz people need 2 listen 2 gods message through their voice.....

  87. U.... L....

    And the message of the song is beware of homeless people because they might be Satan. Give them nothing, let them die, just to be safe. 

    U.... L....

    Whether you are being sarcastic or not, this is what the song means from the Casting Crowns website:
    “This is a song about addiction, about someone that’s trapped by something they are hooked on. Addiction is like an old man who has got us in some way. Addiction is patient and [says], ‘If you want to be excited about Jesus this week, you go right ahead. I’ll just be right here. Run and sing your songs and do your thing and I’ll be here waiting.’"
    This song is a warning for us, Christian or not, against addiction. Trust me when I say I've been there and it is not a good place to be. 

    U.... L....

    @Caleb Rodriguez I luv how you worded that, truth be told but this world is full of evil & a lot of people need help & guidance cuz how blind the evil 1 makes people, but I'm here trying my best 2 guide & bring people closer 2 god......

  88. C.... S....

    Hi,if you are using Facebook you can like our page "Christian Songs (All Genres)". We are posting there many songs by many christian artist so you can learn about new artists and you can also share your favourite artists and songs with us. God Bless :)

  89. L.... ....

    Satan cant have your soul if you are a Christian but he will try to get what is left: your mind and heart. I have experienced this lately, my mind was being twisted, I had questions, doubt, fear. he robbed me of my joy. I had anxiety when there is nothing to fear. I felt like I was chained down to the doubt and fear but now I am free. If you don't watch out the old man can sneak up on you when you least expect it

  90. G.... e....

    This is me, I have been running from Satan for a while now. This song describes what I have been going through, constantly having to fight him off without slipping up too much to let him have his way, many times getting a little too comfortable with him, only have to struggle even more to get back what I should be. I only want to say to anyone struggling with this, don't forget God, he can help a lot more than you can by yourself.

    G.... e....

    Don't run from Satan.  Turn around, plant your feet on the Word of God, and use it against Satan.  He cannot overcome the Word, but God's Word overcomes Satan.

    G.... e....

    @Tracie Toy
    yes but some times we need to run from temptation and other times plant our feet and confront our demons. we need to know the lessons that God teaches 

    G.... e....

    Stay close to Jesus and Satan will run from you.

    G.... e....

    (1 Peter 5:5-11) "In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because,
    “God opposes the proud
        but shows favor to the humble.”[a]
    6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. 7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
    8 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 9 Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings.
    10 And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. 11 To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen."

    God will strengthen you if you resist satan, but cast all your cares upon him, for he cares for you!

  91. l.... w....

    the truth is we have got used to some things like bad language on TV. It is like you don't even hear those words that you won't say

  92. s.... ....

    study *

  93. s.... ....

    @Melanie Chapman it shouldn't scare you if you are slwding to show yourself approve.

    s.... ....

    i will not let him in...i realize the Lord has my back....i'm no longer fearful...

  94. A.... S....

    this one gives me goosebumps all the time. This one, man i can tell God has been talking to them. This is exactly what has been going on at my parents place.  But also true for everyone else, devil comes in and you dont know or see how much he has taken over, if you let him. its scary

    A.... S....

    We have nothing to be afraid of when it comes to Satan.  If you read and study and stay close to God regularly, you'll see more and more that Satan is nothing compared to Who we serve.  We'll laugh at him when we see him.
    But, if you don't believe, or if you are an malnourished Christian, then you have something to worry about.

  95. M.... C....

    this truth scares me.....

    M.... C....

    you don't need to be scared! if you believe that there is a living god, he is always with you... 
    it is just a reminder to stay awake...

    M.... C....

    And to keep the metaphorical rooms of your heart clean.

  96. E.... F....

    Wow, this song really hits you hard the more you listen to it. Never realized how much the devil has taken over my life. A very powerful and emotional song, thanks Casting Crowns.

  97. A.... W....

    this hit me . i been slacking

  98. D.... P....

    A reminder that we have to be aware of that old man that still waiting for us.... amazing song!

    D.... P....

    Vayiyaaaaaa..... sorry es q entre el work y la Iglesia no me da break de nada. TkM saludos a la familia :D

    D.... P....

    Es mañana??!! OMG q rapidooo!!!

    D.... P....

    Esoooo es!! Pero vas a ir a la skool verdad?

    D.... P....

    Jajajaja ok... te va tirar huevosss buahahaha

    D.... P....

    No sabes q dia cumples??!!! Es en serio??!! Jajajaja

  99. J.... G....

    Klasse lied
    Unfassbar schön!!!!!!