Altar Ego Petra

"Altar Ego" by Petra, released in 1990, is a #Rock song that explores themes of identity, duality, and the struggle between one's spiritual self and worldly desires. The lyrics convey a battle against inner conflicts and the importance of faith. Musically, it features powerful guitar riffs and dynamic vocals, resonating with fans of Christian rock. Its introspective message has had lasting influence in the genre.

Based on Matthew 6:5,16, James 4:6

I can tell by the look on your face
It's another day of fasting
I can tell by the length of the shadow
That your face is casting
And you look both ways before you pray
Just to see who's watching you today

It's just your altar ego
And it's so hard to know
(You don't know)
Beneath the piety
The hidden vanity begins to show
It's just your altar ego, oh...
And you don't even know
(You don't know, ooh...)
And you won't even grow
'Til His Spirit strikes a blow
To your altar ego, altar ego
Oh-whoa...

You love to be seen by men
In all the public places
And you always pick the best of the seats
You've got the social graces
Can you be so proud
Of respect you've won
When your left hand knows
What your right has done

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