Mark Bishop - You Get Back Each Single Moment Lyrics
Lyrics
If they could see all the things you've had to deal with
I believe that the world would be as proud of you as me.
I believe. Yes, I believe.
But how could they know
that a heavy heart would bring you down so low.
When through it all you never let it show.
And all along your faith was strong.
There were hard times, there were tough days
When you seemed to carry the weight
Of the whole world on your shoulders all alone
But if you think that no-one noticed,
God was watching and he promised
Every single prayer was brought before his throne.
So in the valley, at your limit
Every moment you were in it
You get back each single minute
You get back each single minute
You get back each single minute
All of your life when you think about the days
You spent in strife
Oh you didn't waste a single tear you cried
They were the keys to eternity
So when the tears come, when your heart breaks
And you can't give all that it takes
Every troubled day that's mounting
There's an angel somewhere counting.
You get back each single minute.
So in the valley, at your limit
Every moment you were in it
You get back each single minute.
You get back each single minute.
You get back each single minute.
You get back each single minute.
You get back each single minute.
You get back each single minute.
You get back each single minute.
Every tear shed for a loved one, every night you spent in prayer
Every kindness, every mercy is remembered over there.
You get back each single minute...up in heaven you'll begin it.
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You Get Back Each Single Moment
Meaning & Inspiration
Mark Bishop’s "You Get Back Each Single Moment," released on April 16, 2007, as part of his album *Abundant Sunshine*, stands as a profound testament to the steadfast, comforting presence of God amidst life's most arduous trials. This song serves not merely as a musical composition but as a lyrical sermon, articulating a message of divine remembrance and ultimate vindication for every unseen burden carried and every silent prayer uttered. It addresses those who have walked through valleys of deep sorrow and relentless challenge, feeling the immense weight of the world on their shoulders, often without recognition or understanding from those around them.
The song paints a vivid picture of someone enduring immense personal strife, detailing how a "heavy heart would bring you down so low," yet through it all, "you never let it show." This narrative resonates deeply, acknowledging the quiet battles fought daily, the personal crucibles that remain largely invisible to others. It speaks to the remarkable strength required to maintain an unwavering spirit even when "faith was strong" despite the outward appearance of calm. The lyrics assure that even if "no-one noticed" the monumental effort and silent suffering, there is a divine witness. This truth is beautifully mirrored in Scripture, reminding us that while humanity may only see the surface, God "searches all hearts and understands every intent of the thoughts" (1 Chronicles 28:9), and indeed, "the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth" (2 Chronicles 16:9).
The heart of the song's powerful message unfolds in its central promise: "You get back each single minute." This is not a casual sentiment but a profound declaration of God's meticulous justice and boundless grace. It suggests that every second of struggle, every moment of perseverance endured in the "valley, at your limit," is carefully recorded and will be eternally honored. The song emphasizes that "every single prayer was brought before his throne," a concept affirmed in Revelation 5:8, where the prayers of God’s people are depicted as incense offered before Him. Furthermore, the idea that "you didn't waste a single tear you cried" offers immense comfort, echoing Psalm 56:8, which assures us that God collects our tears and records them in His book. These are not tears shed in vain but rather precious tokens of a journey navigated with faith.
As the song progresses, it elevates these earthly trials beyond mere suffering, transforming them into "keys to eternity." This perspective is deeply rooted in biblical teachings that elevate suffering endured for Christ's sake, promising it contributes to an eternal weight of glory. Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 that "our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all," urging us to fix our eyes not on what is seen but on what is unseen. The imagery of "an angel somewhere counting" every troubled day powerfully underscores the meticulous divine accounting of our steadfastness, promising that no act of kindness, mercy, or moment of prayer is ever forgotten. Hebrews 6:10 directly states, "God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them." This divine ledger is not for condemnation but for commendation and ultimate reward.
The song culminates in the triumphant assurance that "up in heaven you'll begin it," signifying a glorious commencement of a new reality where all previous suffering is transformed into eternal blessing. This profound promise resonates with Revelation 21:4, which speaks of a new heaven and a new earth where God "will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." Mark Bishop’s song, therefore, is an enduring source of encouragement, affirming that every burden, every tear, every prayer, and every moment of perseverance is seen, valued, and meticulously recorded by a loving God, ensuring that nothing endured in faith will ever be in vain. It serves as a powerful reminder for all that our unseen battles are not unobserved, and our steadfastness will indeed yield an eternal, glorious return.