I WON’T TAKE THE DEVIL’S BAIT
I ain’t gonna end up in a keepnet!
I won’t take the devil’s bait
I ain’t gonna end up in a keepnet!
I was made for the river not the keepnet!
I was made for the river not the keepnet!
I was made for the river not the keepnet!
I was made for the river not the pond….
O my soul has escaped
Like a bird from the fowlers snare
The snare is broken….
O my soul has escaped
Like a bird from the fowlers snare
The snare is broken….
We have escaped!
Godfrey Birtill
Song Meaning
A playful children’s song resisting temptation.
Biblical Message
Read James 4:7 alongside the lyric. The playful song turns from temptation.
Reflection
Which image or prayer in this song stays with you? Read James 4:7 and consider your response.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “I Won’t Take The Devil’s Bait” about?
A playful children’s song resisting temptation.
Which Bible passage connects with the song?
James 4:7 offers a starting point for reflection on its message.