The Hoppers - Count Me In Lyrics
Released: 01 Jan 2012
Lyrics
When I first heard about it I said I really doubt it
I can't stand for something sure to fall
but my view of Heaven faltered one night at the alter
Now I have a home beyond those walls
Chorus
When those Heavenly gates swing open count me in
You can count on meeting me again
I will plant my brand new feet upon those golden streets
When they count me up down here I'll live again
When those Heavenly gates swing open count me in
I received His invitation without one hesitation
I said yes with tears upon my face
Jesus asked the worst of sinners to be His guest for dinner
At His table now He's saving me a place
Video
Count Me In
Meaning & Inspiration
The Hoppers' rendition of "Count Me In," released in 2012 on the album *Count Me In - Sound Tracks Without Background Vocals*, is a powerful declaration of unwavering faith and the glorious hope of eternal life. The song masterfully captures the transformative power of a divine encounter, moving from initial skepticism to profound conviction. The narrative begins with personal doubt, a relatable human experience where the idea of something "sure to fall" was met with resistance. However, this personal journey takes a pivotal turn, described as a faltering "one night at the altar," a moment of surrender and profound spiritual realization. This experience fundamentally shifts the perspective, leading to the assurance of a "home beyond those walls," a clear allusion to the heavenly dwelling promised to believers. The central theme, powerfully articulated in the chorus, is an eager anticipation of eternity. The imagery of "Heavenly gates swing open" signifies the moment of entering God's presence, and the repeated affirmation, "count me in," is not merely a passive acceptance but an enthusiastic embrace of salvation. The promise of meeting again and planting "brand new feet upon those golden streets" speaks to the restoration and fulfillment found in the afterlife. The profound truth resonates that even in earthly struggles, a life lived in faith is a life that will "live again" in the eternal perspective. The second verse beautifully illustrates the gracious nature of God's call. The singer recounts receiving an invitation, accepted "without one hesitation" and met with tears of joy, signifying a deep emotional response to God's love. The powerful comparison of Jesus inviting "the worst of sinners to be His guest for dinner" directly echoes His ministry, as seen in passages like Luke 15:2 where He welcomed sinners and ate with them, demonstrating His inclusive love and desire to redeem all. The final line, "At His table now He's saving me a place," directly reflects the hope found in John 14:2-3, where Jesus assures His disciples that He is going to prepare a place for them, so that where He is, they may also be. This song is a testament to the personal, yet universal, journey of finding peace and assurance in Christ's redemptive work, painting a vivid picture of a believer eagerly awaiting the fulfillment of God's promises, rooted in Scripture's assurance of eternal life and God's boundless grace.