Lincoln Brewster - While I Wait Lyrics
Lyrics
Deep within my heart, I know You've won
I know You've overcome
And even in the dark, when I'm undone
I still believe it
I live by faith, and not by sight
Sometimes miracles take time
While I wait, I will worship
Lord, I'll worship Your name
While I wait, I will trust You
Lord, I'll trust You all the same
When I fall apart, You are my strength
Help me not forget
Seeing every scar, You make me whole
You're my healer
I live by faith, and not by sight
Sometimes miracles take time
I live by faith, and not by sight
Sometimes miracles take time
While I wait, I will worship
Lord, I'll worship Your name
While I wait, I will trust You
Lord, I'll trust You all the same
You're faithful every day
Your promises remain
You're faithful every day
Your promises remain
You're faithful every day
Your promises remain
You're faithful every day
Your promises remain
Though I don't understand it
I will worship with my pain
You are God, You are worthy
You are with me all the way
So while I wait, I will worship
Lord, I'll worship Your name
Though I don't have all the answers
Still, I trust You all the same
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Lincoln Brewster ~ While I Wait (Lyrics)
Meaning & Inspiration
Lincoln Brewster's "While I Wait," found on the 2018 *God of the Impossible (Deluxe)* album, delves into a profound theme of unwavering faith during periods of uncertainty and trial. The song's essence lies in its courageous acknowledgment of struggle coupled with a resolute commitment to worship and trust, even when circumstances are unclear. Brewster masterfully articulates a spiritual posture that echoes the timeless biblical principle of living by faith rather than by sight, a concept powerfully conveyed in 2 Corinthians 5:7. This isn't a song about instantaneous solutions or easy answers; instead, it's an anthem for the journey, recognizing that "sometimes miracles take time." The lyrics paint a picture of a believer whose foundation is unshakable, drawing strength from God’s presence and healing power, as reflected in passages like Psalm 23:4, which speaks of God being with us even in the valley of the shadow of death.
The narrative arc of "While I Wait" is one of surrender and steadfastness. Brewster articulates a deep internal knowing of God’s victory and overcoming power, even when personal circumstances feel overwhelming or "undone." This sentiment resonates with the assurance found in Romans 8:37-39, where nothing can separate believers from the love of God. The song’s central call to action – to worship and trust – is not a passive resignation but an active engagement with faith. It is a deliberate choice to honor God's name and to place confidence in His character, even amidst pain and unanswered questions. This active worship while waiting mirrors the faith of figures in Scripture who endured long periods of testing, such as Abraham waiting for the promised son, or David, who underwent years of persecution before ascending the throne. The repeated affirmation, "You're faithful every day, Your promises remain," is a powerful declaration of God's unchanging nature and covenant faithfulness, underscoring the assurance that His word is dependable, a truth woven throughout Scripture from the Old Testament to the New. Brewster’s lyrical exploration encourages listeners to find solace and purpose not in the resolution of their immediate problems, but in the enduring presence and unfailing character of God, who remains with them "all the way." This perspective transforms periods of waiting from passive endurance into opportunities for deep, transformative worship and unwavering trust in the Almighty.