Third Day - Make Your Move Lyrics
Lyrics
I'm looking around here for some kind of miracle
I'm looking around here for some kind of sign
I gotta believe there's a rhyme and a reason
For the faith that you find
I gotta admit that there's something I see in you
I know it is something deep inside
But nevertheless, still I can't help but wonder
Would you really even care if I ever said goodbye?
Well, goodbye
Well, you've got love and I've got time
Won't you make a move before I change my mind, yeah?
And I want to believe it's true, I'm listening close
Won't you make your move now?
I know that there's more to life than I've ever known
I feel it down deep inside my heart
And I am here now to find what you're believing
And to know who you are
And if you care to share a minute of your time with me
Tell me now because I am hoping that I can believe
Give me a reason to trust what you're telling me
Lord knows I need it now, won't you show me how?
Well, you've got love and I've got time
Won't you make a move before I change my mind, yeah?
And I want to believe it's true, I'm listening close
Won't you make your move now? Make your move now
I'm looking around here for some kind of miracle
I'm looking around here for some kind of sign
I gotta believe there's a rhyme and a reason
For the faith that you find
Well, you've got love and I've got time
Won't you make a move before I change my mind now?
And I'll give you a chance to say
Everything you want before I walk away
Well, I want to believe it's true, I'm listening close
Won't you make your move? Yeah
Make your move now
Won't you make your move?
Go ahead and make your move now
Video
Make Your Move
Meaning & Inspiration
"Make Your Move," a standout track from Third Day's 2010 album *Move*, delves into a profound spiritual longing, presenting a powerful plea for authenticity and decisive action in faith. The song opens with a raw acknowledgment of searching for something more, a "miracle" or a "sign," reflecting a deep-seated human desire for tangible evidence of God's presence and purpose, much like the Israelites cried out for direction in the wilderness (Exodus 14:10-12). The narrator admits to seeing something "deep inside" another, hinting at a divine spark or a potential for belief, yet wrestling with the uncertainty of whether that potential will be realized. This internal dialogue mirrors the struggle of discernment, the process of recognizing God's hand even when it's not overtly displayed, echoing the wisdom found in Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages trusting in the Lord with all one's heart and leaning not on one's own understanding.
The central theme revolves around a critical juncture, a moment of decision where one party holds "love" and the other holds "time," creating an imperative to "make your move." This isn't merely a romantic overture but a spiritual invitation to commit to a path of faith. The narrator is at a point where patience is waning, the threat of "changing my mind" signifying the potential for disillusionment or turning away from the spiritual pursuit. This urgency is underscored by the repeated call to "make your move now," a direct challenge to embrace the truth and act upon it. The lyrics express a fervent desire to believe, to find a "rhyme and a reason" for the faith being offered, and to understand "who you are" in a deeper, more meaningful way. This resonates with Jesus' own teaching in John 14:11, where He urges belief based on His works, and later in John 14:15, where He states, "If you love me, keep my commands," emphasizing that love for Him is demonstrated through obedience.
As the song progresses, the narrator articulates a yearning for more than the superficial, recognizing "there's more to life than I've ever known" and feeling it "down deep inside my heart." This inner stirring is a universal aspect of the spiritual journey, the innate knowledge that God has placed eternity in our hearts (Ecclesiastes 3:11). The plea for the other to "share a minute of your time" and "give me a reason to trust" is not a demand but a vulnerable exposition of the need for genuine connection and verifiable truth. The desperate cry, "Lord knows I need it now, won't you show me how?" encapsulates the humbling admission of dependence on divine guidance. This echoes the prayer of the Psalmist in Psalm 25:4, "Make me know Your ways, O LORD; teach me Your paths," and the earnest petition in Psalm 119:133, "Order my steps in Your word, and let not iniquity have dominion over me." Ultimately, "Make Your Move" is an inspiring call to action, urging individuals to move beyond hesitation and embrace the transformative power of decisive faith, recognizing that in moments of spiritual crossroads, a clear and committed step forward is often the path to profound discovery and genuine belief.