Acapeldridge - I'll Live in Glory Lyrics
Lyrics
I'd like to stay here longer than man's allotted days
and watch the fleeting changes of life's uneven ways,
but if my Savior calls me to that sweet home on high,
I'll live with Him forever in glory by and by!
O yes I'll live in glory by and by
I'll tell and sing love's story there on high
There with my dear Redeemer no more to die,
O yes I'll live in glory by and by!
I want to be of service along this pilgrim way,
and lead the lost to Jesus as fervently I pray.
As day by day I travel, I'll keep Him ever nigh
and live with Him forever in glory by and by!
O yes I'll live in glory by and by
I'll tell and sing love's story there on high
There with my dear Redeemer no more to die,
O yes I'll live in glory by and by!
The end I know is nearing - by faith I look away
to yonder home supernal - the land of endless day.
I'll cling to Him forever and look beyond the sky,
and spend the endless ages in glory by and by!
O yes I'll live in glory by and by
I'll tell and sing love's story there on high
There with my dear Redeemer no more to die,
O yes I'll live in glory by and by!
Video
I'll Live in Glory
Meaning & Inspiration
Acapeldridge released "I'll Live in Glory" on September 29, 2017, immediately establishing itself as a moving and profound reflection on the Christian's ultimate hope. This song isn't just a tune; it's a declaration of faith, weaving together the transient nature of earthly existence with the eternal promise of life with Christ. It speaks to the universal human desire for permanence and peace, found not in this world, but in the divine assurance of a heavenly home, grounded deeply in Scriptural truth.
The lyrical journey begins with an honest acknowledgement of our fleeting time on earth. The desire to "stay here longer than man's allotted days" speaks to the natural human inclination to cling to life, even amidst its "uneven ways." This sentiment resonates with the biblical understanding of life's brevity, often likened to a vapor or a passing shadow, as seen in James 4:14, which asks, "What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes." Yet, the lyric quickly pivots, shifting focus from earthly longing to divine calling: "but if my Savior calls me to that sweet home on high, I'll live with Him forever in glory by and by!" This transition beautifully captures the essence of Christian hope, where the end of earthly life is viewed not as a termination, but as an invitation to an eternal dwelling, a place prepared for us by Christ, as promised in John 14:1-3, "In my Father's house are many rooms… I go to prepare a place for you."
The chorus, "O yes I'll live in glory by and by, I'll tell and sing love's story there on high, There with my dear Redeemer no more to die," serves as a triumphant affirmation of this eternal hope. It paints a vivid picture of heaven not as a quiet, static place, but as a realm of active worship and boundless joy, where believers will "sing love's story" to the Redeemer. This imagery aligns perfectly with the celestial worship described in Revelation 5:9-10, where a new song is sung to the Lamb, and Revelation 7:9-12, depicting a great multitude proclaiming salvation and glory to God. The profound comfort in the phrase "no more to die" echoes the ultimate victory over death promised in 1 Corinthians 15:54-55 and Revelation 21:4, where "death shall be no more." It's a powerful reminder that our future in Christ is marked by unending life, free from sorrow and decay.
The second verse introduces a vital balance between future hope and present purpose. While longing for glory, the believer is called to be "of service along this pilgrim way" and "lead the lost to Jesus as fervently I pray." This verse emphasizes that our anticipation of heaven doesn't negate our responsibilities here on earth; rather, it empowers them. Our life on earth is a "pilgrim way," a journey as strangers and exiles, as described in Hebrews 11:13, with a clear mission. This call to service and evangelism directly reflects the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20, urging believers to "make disciples of all nations." Furthermore, the commitment to "keep Him ever nigh" reinforces the importance of daily communion and abiding in Christ, a relationship essential for both service and spiritual strength, as Jesus taught in John 15:4, "Abide in me, and I in you."
Finally, the third verse culminates the song's message with a resolute gaze toward the future. "The end I know is nearing - by faith I look away to yonder home supernal - the land of endless day." This expresses a deep conviction in the certainty of eternity, a vision not based on sight but on faith, as articulated in Hebrews 11:1, "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." The "home supernal" is portrayed as a "land of endless day," echoing Revelation 21:23, where the city needs no sun or moon because the glory of God illuminates it. The unwavering resolve to "cling to Him forever and look beyond the sky" beautifully encapsulates the perseverance and eternal security found in Christ, ensuring that "no one will snatch them out of my hand," as John 10:28-29 assures us. "I'll Live in Glory" is more than a song; it's a spiritual anchor, reminding us that while our earthly sojourn is temporary and often challenging, our ultimate destiny is secured in eternal glory with our Redeemer. It inspires a profound sense of purpose in the present and unshakeable hope for the future, encouraging all who encounter it to live with an eternal perspective.