We Are Messengers - A Thousand Times Lyrics
Lyrics
Do you remember all
Those lonely nights
When He took the wrongs
That you couldn't make right
And every tear that you cried
Every broken prayer you prayed
He turned it for good
He let's nothing go to waste
You can count on that
You know what He's like
You've seen him do it a thousand times
Yeah even in
The dead of night
There's never been a morning when the sun don't rise
He'll never let go, you know that it's true
He's still that good and He's still got you
You can count on that
You know what He's like
You've seen Him do it a thousand times
Do you remember when
You felt ashamed
When you couldn't get free
From the mistakes that you made
And He met you with His Kindness
Compelled you with Grace
So if you wanna come home
He'll show you the way
You can count on that
You know what He's like
You've seen him do it a thousand times
Yeah even in
The dead of night
There's never been a morning when the sun don't rise
He'll never let go, you know that it's true
He's still that good and He's still got you
You can count on that
You know what He's like
You've seen Him do it a thousand times
Again and again
You'll see Him do it a thousand times
Again and again
You'll see Him do it a thousand times
He made His mercies new
Cause He knew we'd forget
All the things He's done
And just how good He is
He's a faithful God
Every word is true
And He always does
What He says He'll do
You can count on that
You know what He's like
You've seen him do it a thousand times
Yeah even in
The dead of night
There's never been a morning when the sun don't rise
He'll never let go, you know that it's true
He's still that good and He's still got you
You can count on that
You know what He's like
You've seen Him do it a thousand times
Again and again
You'll see Him do it a thousand times
Again and again
You'll see Him do it a thousand times
Video
We Are Messengers - A Thousand Times (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
We Are Messengers' song "A Thousand Times" delivers a powerful message of reassurance rooted in the consistent character of God. The lyrics invite listeners to reflect on past experiences of hardship, loneliness, shame, and mistakes. It prompts a remembrance of how, even in moments of deep struggle and brokenness, a higher power intervened, taking "wrongs that you couldn't make right" and turning them "for good." This initial contemplation sets the stage for the central theme: the unwavering reliability and redemptive nature of this divine force, emphasizing that "He lets nothing go to waste."
The core of the song lies in the assertion that this pattern of redemption and faithfulness is not a rare occurrence but something observed repeatedly, "a thousand times." This phrase acts as a powerful metaphor for a wealth of historical and personal evidence demonstrating this consistent nature. The lyrics draw a parallel with natural phenomena, stating that "even in the dead of night, there's never been a morning when the sun don't rise," illustrating an undeniable, predictable truth about the universe that mirrors the song's claim about the divine. This constancy is presented as a foundation for trust, reinforcing the message that "He'll never let go" and "He's still that good and He's still got you."
Expanding on the challenges faced, the song touches upon feelings of shame and being trapped by past errors. It highlights a response characterized by "Kindness" and "Grace," portraying a welcoming stance towards those who wish to "come home." This aspect underscores a message of unconditional acceptance and guidance back to a place of belonging. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the central idea: the ability to "count on that" reliability because "You know what He's like," having witnessed His consistent action time and again. The emphasis isn't just on past acts but also on future expectation, stating "You'll see Him do it a thousand times again and again."
The song further explains the necessity of this consistent grace by acknowledging human forgetfulness. It suggests that "He made His mercies new cause He knew we'd forget all the things He's done and just how good He is." This reflects a foundational belief in a daily, fresh outpouring of compassion designed to counteract human tendency towards doubt or amnesia regarding past blessings and interventions. This divine nature is described as a "faithful God" whose "every word is true" and who "always does what He says He'll do," presenting a picture of absolute dependability. The release of the song, including its official music video on January 12, 2024, serves to bring this timeless message of hope and reliability to a contemporary audience facing their own unique struggles, reminding listeners through its melody and lyrics that the historical pattern of faithfulness continues.