Acappella - When Morning Comes Lyrics
Lyrics
Trials dark on every hand, and we cannot understand
All the ways that God would lead us to that blessed promised land
But he'll guide us with his eye, and we'll follow 'till we die
We will understand it better by and by
Chorus:
By and by, when the morning comes,
When the saints of God are gathered home,
We will tell the story we've overcome
We will understand it better by and by.
Temptations, hiddens snares often take us unawares
And our hearts are made to bleed for some thoughtless word or deed
And we wonder why the test when we try to do our best
But we'll understand it by and by
Chorus (x2)
Scriptural Reference:
"You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand." John 13:7
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Acappella - When Morning Comes
Meaning & Inspiration
Released in 1990 on the album *He Leadeth Me*, Acappella's rendition of "When Morning Comes" offers a profound musical meditation on faith's enduring promise amidst life's undeniable trials. The song’s core message resonates with the universal human experience of navigating hardship and uncertainty, finding solace in the belief that a greater understanding awaits beyond our current comprehension. It acknowledges the very real struggles we face—the "trials dark on every hand" and the unexpected "temptations, hiddens snares" that wound us—yet it consistently points towards a hopeful resolution, rooted in divine guidance and ultimate redemption.
The scriptural undercurrent of "When Morning Comes" is powerfully articulated, particularly echoing the sentiment of John 13:7, where Jesus tells his disciples, "You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand." This verse serves as a cornerstone for the song's overarching narrative, assuring listeners that present confusion or pain is not the final word. The lyrics suggest a process of divine leading, a steady hand guiding believers "with his eye" through life's labyrinth. This imagery of divine oversight is reminiscent of Psalm 32:8, which promises, "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye upon you." The song posits that even when our efforts to "do our best" seem met with tests, and our hearts are wounded by thoughtless actions, there is a higher purpose at play. This aligns with Romans 8:28, a foundational verse for many facing adversity: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." The message isn't to dismiss current suffering, but to reframe it within a grander, divinely orchestrated plan that will ultimately lead to clarity and peace.
The chorus acts as the spiritual anchor of the song, painting a vivid picture of a future reunion and the retrospective understanding that will accompany it. "By and by, when the morning comes, when the saints of God are gathered home, we will tell the story we've overcome," it proclaims. This triumphant declaration speaks to a future state of grace and fellowship, where the fragmented pieces of life's journey will coalesce into a coherent and meaningful narrative. The concept of being "gathered home" evokes imagery found throughout Scripture, from the gathering of Israel to the final gathering of believers in Revelation 7:9: "After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb." In this future state, the present perplexities will dissolve, and we will indeed "understand it better by and by." This understanding isn't solely intellectual; it's a holistic comprehension, a recognition of God's faithfulness and the redemptive power that sustained us. The song, therefore, serves not just as a beautiful musical piece but as a deeply encouraging affirmation of faith, urging listeners to hold onto hope, trust in divine guidance, and anticipate the glorious clarity that awaits them in the eternal morning.