Greater Vision - Is It Just Me Lyrics
Lyrics
From the mount where he ascended Jesus wrote upon a cloud
to the place where sorrow's ended and celebration's loud
reunited with the father clothed in splendor by his side
where he waits to hear the words "my son it's time to get your bride"
(Chorus:)
Is it just me or does it seem that Jesus Christ is on his way?
Is it just me or could it be that it could happen any day?
Am i the only one who believes we're on the brink of eternity?
Is the church about to leave or is it just me?
War and strife have now abounded. Evil waits on every side
still the church is strong and grounded we will not give up the fight
for we listen every moment for a call from heaven's throne
if today is not the day my friend, i know it won't be long
(Tag:)
am I the only one who believes we're on the brink of eternity?
Is the church about to leave or is it just me?
Is the church about to leave - am I the only who believes?
Is the church about to leave or is it just me?
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Is It Just Me
Meaning & Inspiration
Greater Vision’s compelling anthem, "Is It Just Me," released on August 10, 2004, as part of their album *Faces*, dives deep into the fervent anticipation of Christ's return, resonating powerfully with believers who live with an eternal perspective. The song immediately sets a scene rooted in biblical narrative, describing Jesus’ ascension to heaven where, reunited with the Father, He awaits the divine command to "get His bride." This evocative imagery draws directly from Scripture, recalling Jesus' departure from the Mount of Olives as witnessed by His disciples, a moment chronicled in Acts 1:9-11. His present position, "clothed in splendor by His side," speaks to His glorified state and continuous intercession, as referenced in Hebrews 9:24, where Christ entered heaven itself to appear in God's presence for us. The poignant wait for the Father's instruction to retrieve His bride, the Church, powerfully mirrors the metaphor found in Ephesians 5:25-27 and Revelation 19:7, portraying Christ’s profound love and preparation for His people.
The heart of the song pulses within its recurring chorus, which poses the central question: "Is it just me or does it seem that Jesus Christ is on His way? Is it just me or could it be that it could happen any day?" This rhetorical query captures a widespread sentiment among Christians, a deep-seated conviction that the signs of the times are converging, pointing to the imminent fulfillment of prophecy. It's a personal reflection shared collectively, affirming the hope of 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, which vividly describes the Lord descending from heaven with a shout, the voice of an archangel, and the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ rising first, followed by living believers being caught up to meet Him in the air. The question, "Am I the only one who believes we're on the brink of eternity? Is the church about to leave or is it just me?" directly refers to this glorious event, often termed the Rapture, a moment of profound significance for which believers are encouraged to watch and be ready, as Jesus Himself promised in John 14:1-3, "I will come again and take you to Myself, that where I am, you may be also."
The second stanza acknowledges the tumultuous state of the world: "War and strife have now abounded. Evil waits on every side." These observations align precisely with the biblical prophecies concerning the latter days, where Jesus foretold in Matthew 24:6-7 of wars and rumors of wars, nation rising against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. Similarly, 2 Timothy 3:1-5 describes a time when men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God. Yet, in the face of such pervasive darkness, the song offers a profound reassurance: "still the church is strong and grounded we will not give up the fight." This declaration speaks to the unwavering faith and resilience of believers, who, armed with the full armor of God described in Ephesians 6:10-18, continue to stand firm against spiritual adversaries. The resolve to "listen every moment for a call from heaven's throne" underscores the constant state of readiness and watchful expectation mandated by Christ in parables like the ten virgins (Matthew 25:1-13) and His admonition in Luke 12:35-37 to be dressed for service and keep lamps burning. The song concludes this thought with steadfast certainty: "if today is not the day my friend, I know it won't be long," echoing the patient yet expectant heart of Revelation 22:20, where John pleads, "Even so, come, Lord Jesus!" This powerful expression of hope not only galvanizes the faithful but also serves as a potent reminder of the ultimate triumph promised to those who wait for Christ's glorious appearing.