[Verse 1]
Through the years I’ve walked these roads,
Met ministries that felt like heavy loads.
But I don’t name names, don’t throw stones.
The Lord just keeps me tethered close.
A quiet tug upon my heart,
Pulls me back when the fires start.
Like Paul and Barnabas set free,
Sometimes you just depart in peace.

[Pre-Chorus]
’Cause my flesh wants the fight, wants the last word said,
But grace pulls the reins, turns my steps instead…

[Chorus]
I’m on a Leash.
Held back by mercy when I want to speak.
Yeah, on a Leash,
Kept from the fire when my pride grows weak.
The best way to shine in this world so bleak
Is lifting Christ, not naming enemies.
I’m on a Leash.

[Verse 2]
Spotlight shifts when we call out names,
And Christ is lost beneath the noise and blame.
I’d rather let this little site
Be a beacon glowing soft with light.
False teachers? Sure, there’s more than a few,
But calling them out? I’d never get through.
I trust the Lord to guard His sheep.
He knows their hearts, their wounds, their sleep.

[Pre-Chorus]
And a harsh word spoken can wound the weak,
So I stay steady when my instincts peak…

[Chorus]
I’m on a Leash.
Held back by mercy when I want to speak.
Yeah, on a Leash,
Kept from the fire when my pride grows weak.
The best way to shine in this world so bleak
Is lifting Christ, not naming enemies.
I’m on a Leash.

[Bridge]
Oh, let this place stay full of grace,
No chasing shadows, no endless debates.
I’d rather preach the love that frees.
Let Christ expose what darkness keeps.

[Final Chorus]
I’m on a Leash.
Held back by mercy when I want to speak.
Yeah, on a Leash,
Pulled toward peace when my temper peaks.
If truth is light, then let it be
A quiet song of charity.
I’m on a Leash…
So guide me.