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Getting My House In Order
John P. Kee Lyrics


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Maybe I'll see You very soon
I want to see Your face
Your presence I felt so many times
Caused me to live my faith

Though there are times
When I long for my heavenly home, my heavenly home
I'm getting my house in order
So I'll be ready when He comes

Overall Meaning

These lyrics are a reflection on the desire to see God and be in His presence. The singer acknowledges that they have felt His presence many times and that has strengthened their faith. While they long for their heavenly home, they also understand the importance of getting their earthly affairs in order so that they will be ready when the Lord returns.


The phrase "getting my house in order" is often used to mean putting one's affairs in order before passing away. The singer seems to be using it in both a literal and metaphorical sense. They may be taking care of practical matters like making a will or organizing their possessions, but they are also taking spiritual steps to prepare themselves for meeting their Maker.


Overall, these lyrics convey a sense of urgency and a desire to be ready for the next life. The singer recognizes that they don't know when they will see God, but they want to be ready whenever that time comes.


Line by Line Meaning

Maybe I'll see You very soon
I am hopeful and optimistic that my tie with the divine will be restored soon


I want to see Your face
I desire to be in the presence of the almighty


Your presence I felt so many times
The divine's influence has been evident in my life on numerous occasions


Caused me to live my faith
The knowledge of the divine being has served as a guiding force for me to live a righteous life


Though there are times
At instances like these


When I long for my heavenly home, my heavenly home
When I yearn for my final destination, my home in the afterlife


I'm getting my house in order
I am making efforts to put my life in order and lead a good life


So I'll be ready when He comes
To be prepared for when the almighty comes




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@juleskainmusic

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@bwalechime1554

Jules!! Your tutorial brought me here! I am shocked that I don't know this song! I have literally heard everything John P Kee, and I mean everything... So this is a very welcome and pleasant surprise..!! JPK!!!! ❤

@juleskainmusic

@@bwalechime1554 this is awesome! Yes, this is from 1988 one of his early recordings with the Edwin Hawkins conference, John used to incorporate this song in his live concerts in the late 80s 🙌🏾

@reesey5270

I have been trying to find this song for twenty years. I am thankful for the person who put this out here. I love this song. We must get our house in order because He is coming very very soon. He that will come, shall come and will not tarry. Thank you again.

@NardoFree2

THIS SONG TAKES ME BACK AT LEAST 20 YRS.

@djslim7554

OMG another great one from the Seminar...I sung with the choir this year...was a great year....

@tugcalumni

I am in a total state of euphoria, I always loved this song..thank u for posting...

@azmusic1548

Total Euphoria....

@ebonydiva8242

The very first song I fell in love with by John P. Kee! #myfavoritealltimegospelsinger

@kjamz4u

This was and still is the greatest album of all times John P. Kee,Lashun Pace,JC White, Keith dobbins great combination

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