Jeremy Camp - Better Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
I've screamed into the silence
And all I heard was doubt
I've prayed to see the sunshine
But 'the 'rain kept coming 'down
I've wrestled with the concept
That Your 'plans are always good
'Cause half the time it doesn't
Go the way I think it should
But You know things I never could, so
Chorus
If I never understand
Or ever see the promised land
If You don't answer my questions
On this side of Heaven
I'm gonna trust the way You work
When You don't rush to heal the hurt
My heart's still Yours forever
Even if it never gets better
Verse 2
I can't unlock the mysteries
'Cause I don't hold the keys
Can't look into the future
'Cause I don't see the way You see
Chorus
If I never understand
Or ever see the promised land
If You don't answer my questions
On this side of Heaven
I'm gonna trust the way You work
When You don't rush to heal the hurt
My heart's still Yours forever
Even if it never gets better
Bridge
Better, better, better
Better, better, better
So if You give or if You take
I will let You lead the way
Even if it breaks me
I'll go where You take me
Chorus
I'm gonna trust the way You work
When You don't rush to heal the hurt
My heart's still Yours forever
Even if it never gets better
Post-Chorus
Better, better, better
Better, better, better
Better, better, better
Even if it never gets better, even if it never gets better
Better, better, better
Even if it never gets better
Better, better, better
Even if it never gets better, even if it never gets better
Better, better, better
Even if it never gets better, I'll still trust in You
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Jeremy Camp - Better (Official Audio)
Meaning & Inspiration
Jeremy Camp’s song titled “Better,” which was released on May 17, 2024, arrives with the artist’s familiar voice carrying a message of hope and divine perspective, a consistent theme throughout his impactful career shaped by both profound joy and significant loss. While specific inspirations often remain personal, the title "Better" strongly suggests a narrative rooted in the Christian belief that with God, circumstances or internal states are made preferable, even in the midst of ongoing struggles. It speaks to the transformative power found in faith, not necessarily promising an absence of pain, but rather the presence of God making the journey, or the ultimate destination, undeniably "better." This mirrors the promise found in Romans 8:28, which assures us that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. The song seems to capture that powerful truth – that even when life feels broken or incomplete, God is actively at work, weaving a tapestry that is ultimately more beautiful and redemptive than we could create ourselves. This divine work isn't just about fixing external problems; it's deeply internal, aligning with verses like 2 Corinthians 5:17, which declares that anyone united with Christ is a new creation, the old having passed away and the new having come, indicating a profound change within that makes life inherently better from a spiritual standpoint. Furthermore, the theme resonates with the anticipation of a future hope described in Revelation 21:4, where God promises to wipe away every tear, and death, mourning, crying, and pain will be no more, for the former things will have passed away – the ultimate "better." Through compelling melodies and Camp's earnest delivery, the song serves as a reminder that our hope is anchored not in fleeting circumstances, but in the steadfast character and promises of God, who has the power to redeem and restore, making even the most difficult parts of our story serve a greater purpose, leading us toward something far "better" than we could ever achieve on our own, a truth echoed in Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me," implying that strength and ability to navigate life, and thus find a better perspective or outcome, comes from Him. The song encourages perseverance and trust, affirming that surrendering to God’s plan and presence leads to a life that is truly more abundant and ultimately “better,” not by worldly standards of ease, but by the richness of His grace and the assurance of His presence, a concept beautifully articulated in John 10:10 where Jesus states His purpose is to give life, and give it abundantly.