Inspirations - Touring That City Lyrics
Lyrics
Chorus
Some morning you'll find me touring that city where the Son of God is the light
You'll find me there on the streets so pretty made of gold so pure and so bright
With Jesus the one who gave me the victory who led me across the divide
Some morning you'll find me touring that city, where with Him I will ever abide
Verse 1
Many times I have wondered about the sights of that city and all my eyes shall behold
I will see all the wonders when I enter that city, there forever be safe in His fold
Repeat Chorus
Verse 2
Here on earth we have troubles that to us seem so heavy, but in heaven no one will be sad
Mom and Dad will be singing, Heaven's praises will be ringing for the dearest friend I ever had
Repeat Chorus
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Inspirations- Touring That City
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on June 9, 2010, Inspirations’ "Touring That City" is far more than a simple tune; it’s a profound meditation on the believer’s ultimate hope and destination. The song doesn’t merely paint a picture of heaven; it invites us to contemplate the very essence of eternal fellowship with the Divine, offering a narrative that resonates deeply within the Christian experience. It speaks to the universal yearning for a home beyond earthly struggles, grounded firmly in the promises of Scripture.
The song’s core message centers on the anticipatory joy of entering the New Jerusalem, that glorious city described in the Bible. The opening lines immediately set a tone of hopeful expectation, envisioning a future where "the Son of God is the light." This imagery directly echoes the Book of Revelation, which declares that the heavenly city "has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and its lamp is the Lamb" (Revelation 21:23). It's a powerful reminder that Jesus isn't just a guide to this eternal dwelling, but the very source of its radiance and life. The description of "streets so pretty made of gold so pure and so bright" further aligns with Revelation 21:21, which speaks of the city's great street being "of gold, as pure as transparent glass," underscoring the ineffable beauty and purity awaiting those who believe.
Beyond the majestic scenery, the heart of the song rests in the personal relationship with Christ. "With Jesus the one who gave me the victory who led me across the divide" powerfully articulates the redemptive work of the Savior. This "victory" is a testament to Christ's triumph over sin and death, a victory freely given to all who trust in Him, as celebrated in passages like 1 Corinthians 15:57: "But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." The "divide" represents the chasm between mortal life and eternal glory, a boundary crossed only through His sacrificial love. The commitment to "ever abide" with Him in that city speaks to an unending, intimate communion, reflecting Jesus' own invitation to "abide in me, and I in you" (John 15:4), assuring believers of perpetual fellowship.
The verses delve deeper into this profound anticipation, moving from general wonder to specific comforts. The contemplation of "sights of that city and all my eyes shall behold" captures a common human curiosity about the unseen wonders of heaven, a place where joy and safety are paramount. To be "forever be safe in His fold" invokes the comforting imagery of a shepherd diligently caring for his flock, a motif found throughout Scripture from Psalm 23 to Jesus declaring Himself the "good shepherd" (John 10:11). This provides a deep sense of security and belonging that transcends any earthly experience.
The song thoughtfully acknowledges the present reality of suffering, stating, "Here on earth we have troubles that to us seem so heavy." This line resonates with the Christian understanding that this life is marked by trials, yet it immediately pivots to the ultimate promise: "but in heaven no one will be sad." This powerful contrast aligns perfectly with Revelation 21:4, which promises a future where God "will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away." The addition of "Mom and Dad will be singing, Heaven's praises will be ringing for the dearest friend I ever had" adds a deeply personal and touching layer. It speaks to the hope of reunion with loved ones in a place of pure worship, all centered on Jesus, the "dearest friend" whose love and sacrifice make it all possible. "Touring That City" ultimately serves as an anchor for the soul, drawing our gaze heavenward and reminding us that our ultimate destination is a place of unending joy, perfect peace, and eternal fellowship with our Savior.