Marvin Sapp - My Testimony Lyrics
Lyrics
So glad I made it
I made it through
In spite of the storm and rain, heartache and pain
Still I'm declaring
That I made it through
See, I didn't lose
Experience lost at a major cost
But I never lost faith in you
So if you see me cry
It's just a sign that I'm
I'm still alive
I got some scars, but I'm still alive
In spite of calamity
He still has a plan for me
And it's working for my good
And it's building my testimony
[Chorus:]
So glad I made it
I made it through
In spite of the storm and rain, heartache and pain
I'm still alive to say
I made it through
I didn't lose
Experienced lost at a major cost
But I never lost faith in you
I'm so glad I made it
So glad I made it
I made it through
I made it through
[Chorus: 5 times]
So glad I made it
So glad I made it
I made it through
I made it through
Oohh
So glad I made it
So glad I made it
I made it through
Ooohhh, so if you see me cry
It's just a sign that I'm, I'm still alive
I got some scars, but I'm still alive
In spite of calamity
He still has a plan for me
It's working out
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Marvin Sapp - My Testimony (Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Marvin Sapp’s "My Testimony," released on October 28, 2011, as part of the WOW Gospel 2013 album, stands as a monumental declaration of faith and perseverance forged in the crucible of profound personal adversity. This song emerged during a period of unimaginable grief for Sapp, following the passing of his beloved wife, MaLinda Prince Sapp, in 2010. Rather than succumbing to the weight of his sorrow, Sapp channeled his raw experience into a powerful anthem that articulates the journey from deep loss to an unwavering trust in God’s unfailing grace, transforming personal pain into a universal message of hope and divine faithfulness.
The very essence of "My Testimony" is encapsulated in its opening lines: "So glad I made it, I made it through / In spite of the storm and rain, heartache and pain." This is not a casual sentiment but a triumphant cry from someone who has traversed the deepest valleys of life. It speaks directly to the truth found in James 1:2-4, which encourages us to "consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." Sapp’s declaration is a living testament to this, confirming that trials, while agonizing, can ultimately refine and strengthen faith, allowing one to emerge with a profound sense of having endured and overcome. His experience mirrors the apostle Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, "We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed."
The song courageously acknowledges the immense cost of survival: "Experience lost at a major cost / But I never lost faith in you." This line cuts to the heart of Sapp’s journey, recognizing that progress often comes with significant sacrifice and irreparable losses. Yet, in the midst of this profound admission, there is a resolute refusal to let go of spiritual anchoring. This echoes the steadfastness of Job, who, in the face of losing everything, declared, "The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised" (Job 1:21). It is a powerful reminder that even when circumstances strip everything away, the core of one’s belief in a sovereign God can remain unyielding, becoming a refuge and strength in times of trouble, as Psalm 46:1 assures us.
Perhaps one of the most poignant moments in the song comes with the lines, "So if you see me cry / It's just a sign that I'm, I'm still alive / I got some scars, but I'm still alive." This honest portrayal of vulnerability liberates those who believe from the misconception that faith negates sorrow or pain. Tears are not a symbol of weakness but a testament to having lived, loved, and battled. The scars mentioned are not blemishes but rather indelible marks of survival, akin to the resurrected Christ bearing the marks of His crucifixion as proof of His ultimate victory (John 20:27). They are evidence of having walked through the fire and the flood, emerging not unscathed, but intact, with God’s presence ensuring survival, as promised in Isaiah 43:2: "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you." Weeping, as Psalm 30:5 reveals, may indeed "stay for the night," but the morning of joy and testimony eventually arrives.
Ultimately, "My Testimony" pivots to its powerful conclusion, asserting: "In spite of calamity / He still has a plan for me / And it's working for my good / And it's building my testimony." This is the transformative core of the song, where personal suffering is recontextualized as part of a divine blueprint. It is a direct affirmation of Romans 8:28, which assures us that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." The trials are not random misfortunes but purposeful steps in a larger divine narrative, shaping character, deepening faith, and ultimately forging a powerful witness. This testimony, built through enduring hardship with God’s help, becomes a beacon of hope and encouragement for others, fulfilling the call to overcome "by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony" (Revelation 12:11). Marvin Sapp’s "My Testimony" is more than a song; it is a profound sermon in melody, a powerful and authentic declaration for anyone who has stared down adversity and, through divine grace, found the strength to declare, "I made it through."