"Tearing Down" is a bold and introspective anthem about spiritual deconstruction—not from rebellion, but from a deep desire for truth. The lyrics explore the emotional and spiritual battle of confronting long-held beliefs that don’t align with Scripture. It's about stripping away church traditions, denominational filters, and fear-based teachings in pursuit of the unfiltered truth found in the Word of Father.
The opening lines depict a personal awakening, where the singer once thought they had a solid grasp on truth, only to be shaken by internal conviction. The “house of doctrine” refers to teachings built by man—well-meaning perhaps, but fragile when placed under the lens of biblical scrutiny. The chorus becomes a war cry: "Tearing down what isn't true / Questioning what they called 'proof'". It challenges the listener to examine everything and let Scripture alone be the final authority.
Throughout the verses and bridge, the song makes a clear distinction: questioning isn’t doubt—it’s hunger for truth. It confronts the fear-based silence that often surrounds hard questions in religious communities. The breakdown hits hard, symbolizing the collapse of false walls and the burning away of deception.
This isn’t a song of despair—it’s one of rebirth. By the end, the message is clear: true faith doesn’t fear inspection. It invites it. And the motto becomes a rally cry for those awakening to the reality that if it’s not in the Word, it doesn’t belong. "Tearing Down" is for the seeker, the bold, the faithful questioner—and it calls every listener to rise by questioning everything.
I used to know, or so I thought
Truth wrapped tight in what I was taught
But whispers came from deeper ground
And shook the lies I’d built around
A house of doctrine, man-made rules
I bowed in fear, I played the fool
But now I’m peeling back the paint
To see what’s real, to break restraint
Tearing down what isn't true
Questioning what they called "proof"
If it can't stand in Scripture's light
Then let it fall—I'll win the fight
Tearing down, no more disguise
“Questions everything” is how we rise
They said don't ask, just trust and sing
But silence isn't questioning
So I search with fire in my bones
To test the truth, to own what's known
Tearing down what isn't true
Questioning what they called "proof"
If it can't stand in Scripture's light
Then let it fall—I'll win the fight
Tearing down, no more disguise
“Questions everything” is how we rise
I’m not rebellious, I’m awake
My soul is more than what’s at stake
I’d rather bleed for truth than rest
On pretty lies that fail the test
Walls will crumble, veils will burn
The only truth is what we learn
By wrestling light against the dark
With open hands and faithful heart
Tearing down what isn't true
Questioning what they called "proof"
If it can't stand in Scripture's light
Then let it fall—I'll win the fight
Tearing down, no more disguise
“Questions everything” is how we rise
If it’s not in the Word, it won’t stay
I’m tearing down, clearing the way