Disciple - Wait Lyrics
Lyrics
The end of all things is at hand (Luke 24:3-51)
Just a sign that the Lord is coming back again
Won't let my heart be filled with dread
In hope for You I will look and I will lift my head
For my redemption draweth nigh (Luke 21:28)
Soon to break out all upon the eastern sky (Matthew 24:27)
My heart and soul cry out
Even so come quickly Jesus, return for me (Revelation 22:20)
Come free us, O Jesus
Come for me
Come quickly!
Look in my mind
search inside me
I pray You'll find
I'm ready (Psalm 139:23-24)
Here I am, here I'll wait
For Your hand to take me away
We wait for the bridegroom's return
With our lamps in our hands ready to burn (Matthew 25:6,9)
We wait like the watchmen on the wall (Ezekiel 33:1-7)
For You to come and rescue and save us all
And You'll forever be our King (Luke 1:33)
With no more pain, no more sorrow death
Or crying (Revelation 21:4)
Our heart and souls cry out
Even so come quickly Jesus, return for me (Revelation 22:20)
Come free us, O Jesus
Come for me
Come quickly!
Look in my mind
search inside me
I pray You'll find
I'm ready (Psalm 139:23-24)
Here I am, here I'll wait
For Your hand to take me away
Here I am, here I'll wait
For Your hand to take me away
Take me away
Take me away
Take me...
Come free us, O Jesus
Come for me
Come quickly!
Look in my mind
search inside me
I pray You'll find
I'm ready (Psalm 139:23-24)
Here I am, here I'll wait
For Your hand to take me away
Here I am, here I'll wait
For Your hand to take me away
Video
Disciple - The Wait Is Over (Pseudo Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Disciple's "Wait," released on August 7, 2015, as part of "The Best of Disciple - Deluxe" album, stands as a profound declaration of unwavering faith and eschatological hope. The song immediately plunges into the biblical narrative of Christ's second coming, establishing a powerful and urgent tone centered on readiness and anticipation. It skillfully translates ancient prophecies into a contemporary anthem for believers, creating a space for reflection on personal preparedness for the Lord's return.
The narrative unfolds by acknowledging the prophetic signs of the times, referencing the concept that "the end of all things is at hand," a sentiment deeply rooted in Scripture, reminiscent of passages like 1 Peter 4:7. Yet, the song quickly shifts from any potential dread to a posture of hope, declaring a resolute refusal to let the heart be "filled with dread." This active choice to look and lift one's head in hope directly echoes Luke 21:28, which encourages believers to "look up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near." The imagery of redemption soon breaking out "all upon the eastern sky" vividly recalls Matthew 24:27, describing Christ's coming as unmistakable and globally visible, like lightning flashing across the sky from east to west. This initial section effectively sets the stage for a spiritual journey fueled by expectation, with the collective "heart and soul cry out" signifying a deep, shared longing.
The core of the song's message is encapsulated in its repeated plea: "Even so come quickly Jesus, return for me." This is a direct invocation of Revelation 22:20, John’s final prayer in the Bible, demonstrating an earnest yearning for the Lord’s swift return. The added cries of "Come free us, O Jesus, Come for me, Come quickly!" personalize this universal longing, emphasizing the desire for liberation from earthly struggles and the fulfillment of God’s ultimate promise of salvation. It’s a prayer born of both individual devotion and a collective cry for deliverance.
A pivotal moment in the song invites deep introspection: "Look in my mind, search inside me, I pray You'll find I'm ready." This section is a humble yet bold invitation for divine scrutiny, directly referencing Psalm 139:23-24, where David implores God to "Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts." It highlights the essential theme of personal purity and readiness, not as a state of perfection, but as a sincere desire to be found aligned with God's will. This individual accountability underpins the act of waiting, making it an active spiritual exercise rather than a passive observance.
The central commitment of the song is articulated in the line, "Here I am, here I'll wait, For Your hand to take me away." This declaration is a powerful stance of faithfulness, signifying not just patience but a present readiness to be transformed and brought into God's eternal presence. It's a surrender and an offering, anticipating the ultimate reunion with the divine. This phrase, repeated throughout, anchors the entire message in a posture of dedicated anticipation.
Expanding on the communal aspect of this waiting, the song draws upon profound biblical parables and prophecies. Believers are characterized as "waiting for the bridegroom's return, with our lamps in our hands ready to burn," an unmistakable allusion to the Parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25:1-13, particularly verses 6 and 9. This imagery underscores the critical need for continuous spiritual vigilance and preparedness, ensuring one's faith and deeds are ready for the Lord's unexpected arrival. Furthermore, the comparison to "watchmen on the wall" (Ezekiel 33:1-7) evokes the responsibility of believers to remain alert, aware of the spiritual landscape, and ready to sound the alarm, embodying a proactive and discerning approach to the signs of the times. The song beautifully culminates in the glorious promise of Christ as "our King" (Luke 1:33), reigning eternally, and the profound assurance that with His coming, there will be "no more pain, no more sorrow, death or crying," a direct quote from Revelation 21:4. This provides the ultimate comfort and motivation for the dedicated waiting, painting a vivid picture of the eternal joy that awaits.
In essence, "Wait" is far more than just a song; it's a spiritual exhortation, a prayer, and an anthem of hope for all who long for Christ's return. It skillfully weaves together numerous threads of Scripture, transforming complex theological concepts into an accessible and deeply moving call to personal and communal readiness. It inspires believers to live with purposeful expectation, grounded in the promises of God's Word, encouraging a life lived not in fear, but in eager anticipation of the day when Christ will indeed "take us away."