The Afters - Find Your Way Lyrics
Lyrics
Don't believe, the bridge from you to me could somehow ever be washed away.
Don't give in. Don't start listening to voices whispering things I'd never say.
There is nothing you could do to make me turn my back on you.
You're never to lost to know where the road is.
It could be dark, you could be hopeless but I'll wait 'til you find your way.
You're never to far to be forgotten. Here in my heart, I hear you calling.
I'll wait 'til you find your way back home.
The hardest part is to just sit waiting. My heart breaking for you.
I stare at the space where I save your place knowing that someday I'll look at you.
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With my heart still hoping and my arms wide open, I'll never give up this fight.
I know we'll walk like we used to, and we'll talk like we used to. It's just a matter of time.
There is nothing you could do to make me turn my back on you.
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The Afters - Find Your Way - Lyrics
Meaning & Inspiration
"Find Your Way," a powerful anthem from The Afters' 2013 album *Life Is Beautiful*, resonates deeply with a message of unwavering love and steadfast hope, even in the face of separation and struggle. The song seems to spring from a place of profound empathy, painting a picture of someone patiently waiting for a loved one who has strayed or is going through a difficult time. The core of its narrative is the refusal to abandon hope, a sentiment echoed in biblical passages that speak of God's persistent love for humanity. The lyrics convey a resolute promise: "There is nothing you could do to make me turn my back on you." This unshakeable commitment mirrors the divine assurance found in Romans 8:38-39, where Paul confidently states that nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. The bridge, often a place of transition or vulnerability in a song, here serves as a plea against doubt, urging the listener not to succumb to harmful whispers or despair, much like the counsel in Hebrews 12:15 to not fall short of the grace of God and to prevent bitterness from taking root.
The song's central theme revolves around the idea that no one is ever too lost or too far gone to find their way back. The recurring refrain, "You're never too lost to know where the road is," speaks to an inner compass, a divine spark that, though perhaps dimmed, remains within. This speaks to the truth that even in our darkest hours, God's presence and guidance are accessible. Isaiah 41:10 reassures us, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." The waiting described, "I'll wait 'til you find your way back home," is not a passive resignation but an active stance of persistent love and belief in the possibility of return. This patient anticipation aligns with the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15, where the father's readiness to welcome his son back unconditionally underscores the boundless nature of forgiveness and redemptive love. The imagery of "arms wide open" in the chorus powerfully evokes Christ's sacrifice and his open invitation to all who are weary and burdened, as stated in Matthew 11:28. The steadfast hope that "we'll walk like we used to, and we'll talk like we used to. It's just a matter of time" is a testament to faith in the restoration of relationships, a divine promise of renewal and reconciliation. This echoes the promise of new beginnings and restored communion found in Revelation 21:4, "He 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." The enduring message of "Find Your Way" is one of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of a love that never gives up, a love that faithfully waits for the return of the lost sheep, reflecting the very heart of God.