Lyrics
I started out with Jesus at a very early age,
Yes, I've known Him nearly all of my life
I admit there has been times when I faultered along the way
But I'll keep trying some how I've got to make it in
I've got a charge on my life and I've got a job to do
And I can't stop until it's through.
I'm determined, I've got a made up mind.
I can't stand around wasting my time.
I'm gonna keep on working for Jesus
Everyday of my life, cause I've got heaven on my mind.
I don't have time to waste, criticizing someone else.
There are some things I rather leave behind.
And another thing, I don't have time to be bothered with he said, she said, that they said.
Because it's all I can do to keep my on self in line.
You see, I must work while it's day, because the night is surely coming
I'm going all the way
I'm determined, I've got a made up mind
I can't stand around wasting my time.
I'm gonna keep on working for Jesus
Everyday of my life, cause I've got heaven on my mind.
I can't understand how some people can move so slow.
Maybe they don't know just what time it is.
But you see, He's coming back and I know that it won't be long.
I've gotta be ready, for my starry crown, I want to hear Him say, hear him say well done
I'm determined, I've got a made up mind
I can't stand around wasting my time.
I'm gonna keep on working for Jesus
Everyday of my life, cause I've got heaven on my mind.
You can't talk about me, say what you wanna say
You can't stand around wasting your time.
While your talking, I'm gonna keep on walking
Cause I've got heaven on my mind.
I'm determined, I've got a made up mind
I can't stand around wasting my time.
I'm gonna keep on working for Jesus
Everyday of my life, cause I've got heaven on my mind.
I've got heaven I've got heaven oh heaven I've got heaven on my mind
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Meaning & Inspiration
Heaven On My Mind frames Christian faithfulness as steady work shaped by an eternal destination. The singer acknowledges past failures without allowing them to become an excuse for stopping. Instead, the repeated declaration of a made-up mind emphasizes perseverance, responsibility, and daily service to Jesus. Attention stays on the assigned charge rather than criticism, gossip, or comparison with other people.
Several lines closely echo biblical calls to faithful labor. The resolve to work while it is day recalls the words of Jesus in John 9, and the desire to hear well done reflects the commendation given to a faithful servant in the parable of the talents. The expected crown and the return of Christ add urgency, but the tone remains active rather than speculative. Heaven is not treated as an invitation to withdraw from present duties; it supplies the reason to complete them. Through recurring declarations and plain testimony, the song links hope of eternal life with disciplined conduct, readiness, and service in the present.
Related Scripture
- John 9:4 Jesus says that his works must be done while it is day.
- Matthew 25:21 The faithful servant is welcomed with the words well done.
- 2 Timothy 4:8 Paul describes a crown reserved for those who await the appearing of Christ.