The Snare is Broken

“The Snare Is Broken” is based on Psalm 124, a song of deliverance for God’s people when escape seems impossible. From Israel’s rescue in the past to the final conflict over worship, the song reminds us that our safety is not found in human power, but in the Lord who made heaven and earth. When every earthly way seems closed, God can still make a way—and when the snare is finally broken, His faithful people will declare, “We have escaped!” *** THE SNARE IS BROKEN Song of Ascents #5 — Psalm 124 Lyrics by Zeres Vitto Copyright 2026 Zeres Vitto. All Rights Reserved. [Verse 1 — The Enemy Rises] Had the Lord not stood beside us When our enemies arose, They would swallow us in anger, Floods would rise and sweep us under. When the waves closed in around us, And no pathway could be seen, Still the Lord remained beside us— He would never leave His own. [Verse 2 — The Snare Is Broken] Like a bird caught by the hunter, We were trapped with no way out; Like the prey before the lion, There was nowhere left to run. But the Lord would not forsake us, He would not give us as prey; Then the snare was torn and broken— And the bird could fly away! [Chorus 1 — Our Help Is the Lord] WHEN RAGING WATERS RISE AROUND US, AND PHARAOH’S ARMIES CLOSE BEHIND, The God who made a path through waters Will make a way where none can see! OUR HELP IS IN THE NAME OF THE LORD— HE MAKES A WAY! WE SHALL BE FREE! [Verse 3 — Who Is Israel?] God once led His ancient people Through the sea and desert land; Now in Christ He calls all people From each nation, tribe, and tongue. Not by blood or earthly borders— Those in Christ become His own; Walking onward as His people, Pilgrims on the journey home. [Verse 4 — The Final Snare] Soon the world will face a choice: Whom will we obey and trust? When false worship is commanded, Will we follow God or man? Though the whole world stands against us, We will follow Christ alone— Keeping all that God commanded, Holding to the faith of Jesus. [Chorus 2 — Worship the Creator] WORSHIP GOD, THE GREAT CREATOR! KEEP HIS HOLY SABBATH DAY! When each voice demands our worship, We will stand upon His Word! Fear God and give Him glory— WORSHIP HIM WHO MADE US ALL! [Verse 5 — The Creator Delivers] When the darkest hour has fallen, When all earthly hope seems gone, Michael stands for all His people; God will not forsake His own. Every snare at last is broken, Every captive soul set free; Lift your eyes—the Lord is coming! Our Deliverer we shall see! [Climax & Appeal — Choose Today] WHEN THE WORLD DEMANDS YOUR WORSHIP, STAND WITH CHRIST—AND CHOOSE HIS WAY! FOLLOW ALL THAT GOD COMMANDS US! KEEP THE FAITH THAT JESUS HELD! WORSHIP GOD, THE GREAT CREATOR! STAND FOR TRUTH WHATEVER COMES! OUR HELP IS IN THE NAME OF THE LORD! THE SNARE IS BROKEN—WE HAVE ESCAPED!