MercyMe - Finally Home Lyrics
Lyrics
I'm gonna wrap my arms around my daddy's neck
And tell him that I've missed him
And tell him all about the man that I became
And hope that it pleased him
There's so much I wanna say
So much I want you to know
When I finally make it home
Then I'll gaze upon the throne of the King
Frozen in my steps
And all the questions that I swore I would ask
Words just won't come yet
So amazed at what I've seen
So much more than this old mind can hold
When I finally make it home
When I finally make it home
And the sweetest sound these ears have yet to hear
The voices of the angels
When I finally make it home
When I finally make it home
ohhh...
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Finally Home - MercyMe w/ Lyrics
Meaning & Inspiration
MercyMe delivered a profound spiritual journey with "Finally Home," released on November 20, 2007, as part of their album *All That Is Within Me (Deluxe Version)*. This song transcends a mere musical composition, serving instead as a contemplative anthem for the Christian believer's ultimate destination: heaven. It artfully captures the deep longing for an eternal dwelling, portraying a deeply personal and awe-inspiring vision of the life to come, grounding grand theological concepts in relatable human emotions and desires.
The initial verses of "Finally Home" paint a tender picture of a longed-for reunion with a deceased father, reflecting a universal yearning for connection and closure. The narrator anticipates embracing his father, sharing the story of his life, and hoping for approval. This imagery speaks powerfully to the human heart’s desire for reconciliation and the restoration of broken or paused relationships, a hope often found in the Christian promise of eternal life where "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore" (Revelation 21:4). While Scripture does not explicitly detail individual reunions in this manner, the essence of dwelling in perfect fellowship in God's presence certainly implies a joyful existence free from the sorrows of separation. This initial scene sets a deeply human and emotional foundation for the greater spiritual truths that follow, bridging the gap between earthly affections and heavenly aspirations.
As the narrative progresses, the focus shifts from human relationships to the divine encounter, moving into the glorious presence of God Himself. The lyrics describe an overwhelming moment of standing before "the throne of the King," where all earthly questions fade into insignificance, and the sheer majesty of the sight leaves one "frozen in my steps." This profound imagery resonates deeply with biblical descriptions of God's throne room, such as those found in Revelation chapters 4 and 5, where John is left speechless by the incredible scene of heavenly worship and the Lamb upon the throne. Isaiah also experienced a similar overwhelming encounter, proclaiming, "Woe is me! For I am lost; for I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!" (Isaiah 6:5). The song beautifully conveys the idea that the glory and presence of God will be so immense, so far beyond human comprehension, that our earthly concerns and intellectual queries will simply dissolve in profound adoration, as "what I've seen... is so much more than this old mind can hold." This speaks to the transcendent nature of God, whose ways are higher than our ways and thoughts higher than our thoughts (Isaiah 55:8-9).
The anticipation culminates in the "sweetest sound these ears have yet to hear," referring to the voices of the angels. This inclusion transports the listener directly into the heavenly chorus, joining countless angelic beings in ceaseless praise. Scripture often speaks of the angelic host worshipping God, from the "multitude of the heavenly host praising God" at Christ's birth (Luke 2:13-14) to the "thousands upon thousands, and ten thousand times ten thousand" angels surrounding the throne in Revelation 5:11-12, all proclaiming worthy is the Lamb. This vision of pure, unadulterated worship, a symphony of adoration, underscores the eternal purpose of all creation: to bring glory to God. "Finally Home" thus provides a powerful and inspiring glimpse into the promised eternal rest for believers, a home not merely of reunion, but fundamentally of intimate and overwhelming communion with the divine. It serves as a stirring reminder of the ultimate hope found in faith, encouraging hearts to fix their gaze on the eternal prize, knowing that one day, all promises will be fulfilled when we finally make it home.