The Afters - Well Done Lyrics
Lyrics
What would it be like
When my pain is gone
And all the worries of this world
Just fade away
What will it be like
When You call my name
And that moment when I see You
Face to face
I'm waiting my whole life
To hear You say
Well done, well done
My good and faithful one
Welcome to the place
Where you belong
Well done, well done
My beloved child
You have run the race
And now you're home
Welcome to the place
Where you belong
What will it be like
When tears are washed away
And every broken thing
Will finally be made whole
What will it be like
When I come into Your glory
Standing in the presence of a Love
So beautiful
I'm waiting my whole life
For that day
I will live my life
To hear You say
Well done, well done
My good and faithful one
Welcome to the place
Where you belong
Well done, well done
My beloved child
You have run the race
And now you're home
Welcome to the place
Where you belong
What will it be like
When I hear that sound
All of heaven's angels crying out
Singing holy, holy, holy are You Lord
Singing holy, holy, holy are You Lord
Singing holy, holy, holy are You Lord
Waiting my whole life
For that day
Until then I'll live
To hear You say
Well done, well done
My good and faithful one
Welcome to the place
Where you belong
Well done, well done
My beloved child
You have run the race
And now you're home
Welcome to the place
Where you belong
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The Afters - Well Done (Official Lyric Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on August 24, 2018, as a single titled "Well Done," The Afters deliver a profoundly moving contemplation on the ultimate hope for every follower of Christ. This song transcends mere musical entertainment, acting as an anthem of eternal aspiration, focusing intently on the glorious culmination of a life lived in faith. It paints a vivid picture of the believer's journey ending not in silence, but in a divine welcome, offering deep encouragement to those navigating the complexities and struggles of earthly existence.
The core message of "Well Done" centers on the profound anticipation of meeting Jesus face-to-face and hearing His affirming words. The lyrics explore a longing for a future where suffering ceases, worries dissipate, and every broken aspect of life is finally restored. This yearning echoes the biblical promise in Revelation 21:4, which assures us that in the new heaven and new earth, God "will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away." The Afters tap into this universal desire for ultimate peace and healing, making the song incredibly resonant for anyone burdened by life's trials.
A central pillar of the song's message is the deeply personal encounter with the Divine, an experience described as seeing Him face-to-face. This vision speaks to the hope found in 1 John 3:2, "Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is." The Afters capture the magnitude of this moment, imagining the believer's reward, a theme directly drawn from the parable of the talents in Matthew 25:21 and 23, where the master declares, "Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord." The song beautifully expands on this, personalizing the address to "My good and faithful one" and "My beloved child," emphasizing the intimate, loving relationship God desires with His people.
The imagery of having "run the race" before finally being "home" is a powerful biblical metaphor for a life of Christian perseverance. Paul’s declaration in 2 Timothy 4:7-8, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness," finds its musical expression here. The song reassures that the arduous journey of faith has a definitive end – not just an ending, but a welcoming into "the place where you belong." This echoes Jesus’ promise in John 14:2-3, "In My Father’s house are many mansions... I go to prepare a place for you... I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also." It speaks to an inherent sense of belonging that only true home can offer, a permanent rest in God's presence.
Furthermore, the song’s exploration of tears being "washed away" and "every broken thing" being "made whole" touches upon the restorative power of God’s redemptive plan. It implies not just the absence of future pain, but the healing of past wounds, aligning with the spirit of Isaiah 61:1-3, where God sends His messenger "to heal the brokenhearted...to comfort all who mourn." The vision extends to entering God's glory and standing in the presence of a "Love so beautiful," reminding us of Psalm 16:11, "In Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore."
The bridge of the song elevates the listener to a glimpse of celestial worship, envisioning "all of heaven's angels crying out, singing holy, holy, holy are You Lord." This directly references the throne room scenes in Revelation 4:8 and Isaiah 6:3, where seraphim ceaselessly proclaim God's holiness. It broadens the personal welcome into a grand, cosmic affirmation of God's majesty, reminding us that our ultimate belonging is within the eternal chorus of praise. The commitment to "live my life to hear You say" those two powerful words, "Well done," transforms the song from a passive reflection into an active call to purpose, aligning with Colossians 3:23-24, "Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men... knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ." "Well Done" is a profound and moving reminder of the Christian's ultimate hope, an inspiring call to live faithfully, eagerly awaiting the glorious homecoming and the ultimate affirmation from our Creator.