The Digital Age - I Can See It's Coming Lyrics
Lyrics
Today, we embark on a journey
which will lead us farther
than our eyes can see
to a place that is closer than our skin
where we will soar higher
than dreams can take us
hope will be our wings
joy, our light.
Oh, we have been
Soon we'll live
Love is found
Look to the sky
Angels fly
Hovering 'round
And I see
It's coming
The final tear
The final cry
I can see
It's coming
The end of night
Abandoned life
Soon will rise
We'll rise
We'll rise
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I Can See It's Coming...
Meaning & Inspiration
The Digital Age, in their 2016 release "I Can See It's Coming" from the album *Galaxies*, unveiled a powerful anthem on October 28th that transcends typical worship music. This composition is not merely a song; it's a profound declaration, a journey through spiritual longing and the fervent anticipation of God’s ultimate promises. The band masterfully crafts an atmosphere of hopeful expectation, inviting everyone to step into a narrative of faith that looks beyond the immediate present towards an eternal future.
The core message of "I Can See It's Coming" immediately establishes a vision of a transcendent spiritual journey. The lyrics describe embarking on a path "farther than our eyes can see," yet leading to a destination "closer than our skin." This paradox perfectly captures the essence of faith, echoing Hebrews 11:1, which defines faith as the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen. It speaks to a relationship with the Divine that isn't dependent on physical sight but is deeply intimate and internal, much like Paul's words in Acts 17:27-28, reminding us that God "is actually not far from any one of us; for in him we live and move and have our being." The song then promises an ascent "higher than dreams can take us," powered by "hope will be our wings" and "joy, our light." This imagery directly calls to mind Isaiah 40:31, where those who hope in the Lord "will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles," finding divine empowerment for life's challenges, while Jesus, as the light of the world in John 8:12, dispels all darkness with His joy.
Following this invitation to a higher calling, the composition acknowledges a past state with phrases like "Oh, we have been," subtly suggesting a prior existence marked by struggle or incompleteness. This is contrasted with the resounding declaration, "Soon we'll live," signifying a coming season of true life, a spiritual rebirth found in Christ, aligning with the promise of Romans 6:4 to "walk in newness of life." The subsequent affirmation, "Love is found," anchors this new life in the foundational truth of God's unconditional love, a love so profound that, as Romans 5:8 states, "God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." This transformation is not a distant concept but an experienced reality for those who embrace faith.
As the narrative progresses, the song turns its gaze skyward with "Look to the sky / Angels fly / Hovering 'round." This vivid imagery evokes a sense of constant divine watchfulness and the ever-present reality of the spiritual realm. Hebrews 1:14 confirms that angels are "ministering spirits sent out to serve those who are to inherit salvation," providing a comforting reminder of God's unseen army working on behalf of believers. This celestial presence builds anticipation, drawing the listener towards the song's ultimate revelation—the "coming" of a new era.
The heart of "I Can See It's Coming" lies in its profound eschatological hope, a fervent expectation of Christ's return and the complete renewal of creation. The repeated declaration, "And I see / It's coming," is not a prediction born of human speculation but a conviction rooted in divine promise. It speaks of a future where there will be "The final tear / The final cry," echoing the glorious assurance of Revelation 21:4: "He will wipe away 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." This passage promises an end to all suffering and sorrow, a complete redemption from the brokenness of this world.
The song continues to amplify this vision with "The end of night / Abandoned life / Soon will rise / We'll rise / We'll rise." "The end of night" signifies the triumph of light over darkness, a biblical theme powerfully articulated in John 1:5, where "the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." "Abandoned life" can be interpreted as the old self, dead in sin, which is discarded for the glorious new life found in Christ (Ephesians 2:1, Colossians 2:13). The culmination, "Soon will rise / We'll rise / We'll rise," is an unwavering proclamation of the resurrection, the ultimate victory over death promised to believers. This powerful declaration resonates deeply with 1 Corinthians 15:52, which speaks of the dead being "raised imperishable" at the sound of the last trumpet, and John 6:40, where Jesus Himself promises to "raise them up on the last day." It is a testament to the hope that one day, all who believe will be transformed and ascend into eternal life with Christ, leaving behind the limitations and pains of this earthly existence.
In its entirety, "I Can See It's Coming" serves as a stirring call to unwavering faith and joyful anticipation. The Digital Age offers not just a song, but a prophetic message of hope, grounded firmly in scriptural truth. It encourages every soul to embrace the journey of faith, to find solace in God’s present love, and to fix their gaze on the glorious future that is assured for those who trust in Him. This track becomes a powerful reminder that while we may walk by faith and not by sight, the ultimate reality of our redemption is not only certain but also visibly approaching.