Mark Bishop - That One's Easy Lyrics
Lyrics
I wake up in the morning, and I climb out of bed.
The world has somehow gotten crazier.
I just shake my head.
I worry for my children, all the things they'll hear and see
I guess that's the dad in me.
Things are really different from when I was a kid.
Seems like people knew their neighbors.
If we could help 'em, well we did.
Mom's and dad's would act like grown-ups for their daughters and their sons
No excuses; they just got it done.
Yeah kids ask crazy questions. They will open every door.
Like "why do people hurt each other?" and "why do countries go to war?"
And "Is there such a thing as true love?" Well that one always gets to me.
Cause that one's easy. That one's easy.
There are questions I can't answer, that only God would know.
"Why do children have to suffer?" "Why do broken hearts heal slow?"
"Why can't families stay together?" I've got questions of my own.
Yeah I've got questions of my own.
But if you ask me "Is there real love that can pick you off the ground?"
"Does anybody hear me praying? Is there an answer coming down?"
"And does anybody love me?" Of all the questions you could ask me,
That one's easy. Yeah that one's easy.
Is there a love that helps a family get through hard times when they come?
And when the pieces fit together, they're much greater than the sum.
Well there are questions without answers, oh, but that's not really one,
Cause that one's easy. That one's easy
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That One's Easy
Meaning & Inspiration
Mark Bishop’s "That One's Easy," released on May 20, 2014, as part of his album *This Is What It's All About*, serves as a poignant reflection on the complexities of modern life and the enduring simplicity of divine love. The song immediately captures the weary spirit of many navigating an increasingly chaotic world, opening with the familiar sentiment of waking up to a reality that feels "crazier" than yesterday. Bishop articulates a common parental concern, worrying for his children amidst the noise and confusion, a natural instinct rooted in the desire to protect and guide the next generation, echoing the wisdom sought for nurturing children as described in Proverbs 22:6. He wistfully recalls a bygone era, a time when communities seemed more connected, and basic responsibilities were met without excuse, a longing for stability that many can identify with in an ever-shifting society.
The narrative deepens as the song explores the profound questions that arise from both innocent curiosity and deep human suffering. Children, with their innate sense of justice, ask why people hurt each other and why nations resort to war—questions that have plagued humanity since its earliest days, reflecting the brokenness of the world described in Romans 8:22, where creation groans under the weight of sin. These inquiries about conflict find resonance with James 4:1, which reveals that strife stems from desires battling within us. Yet, amidst these difficult questions, Bishop highlights one query that stands apart: "Is there such a thing as true love?" For the discerning heart, this particular question, he asserts, is "easy."
Bishop then turns to the truly unanswerable questions, those mysteries that only God can fully comprehend: the suffering of children, the slow mending of broken hearts, and the pain of fractured families. These are the burdens that weigh heavily on the human spirit, prompting us to cry out like the psalmist in moments of distress (Psalm 34:18). Such suffering reminds us of Job's struggle and the ultimate sovereignty of God, even in inexplicable pain. However, the song swiftly pivots from these weighty unknowns to the core message of hope and assurance. If one were to ask about a love capable of lifting you from your lowest point, if prayer truly reaches a divine ear, or if anyone truly loves them, Bishop’s confident reply resounds: "That one's easy." This resounding affirmation speaks directly to the heart of the Gospel, where God’s immense love for humanity is revealed. John 3:16 declares that God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, providing a clear and unwavering answer to the question of ultimate love. The very act of prayer, and the expectation of a divine response, is a cornerstone of faith, as promised in Matthew 7:7, "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you."
The final verses powerfully underscore this central theme, proclaiming that the existence of a love strong enough to carry a family through adversity is not a mystery. This love is the binding force that makes the individual pieces of life, when brought together, far greater than their sum, illustrating the transformative power of divine grace. Colossians 3:14 reminds us to "put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony." This enduring love, which "bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things" (1 Corinthians 13:7), is the unwavering answer to life's deepest needs. Through all the chaos, the unanswered questions, and the personal anxieties, Mark Bishop’s "That One's Easy" offers a profound and comforting truth: the unequivocal, unwavering, and freely given love of God is the simple, powerful answer that stands firm, always within reach for those who seek it. It's a reminder that while many things in life remain complex, the truth of God's love is beautifully straightforward, a beacon of hope in a turbulent world.