Just the Same
2nd Chapter Of Acts/Phil Keaggy Lyrics
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I know you've been stumblin', trying not to fall.
I can feel your sorrow, I can share your pain.
I can hear the questions exploding in your brain.
Walking in the shadows, feeling all alone
Looking for the answer, rolling every stone.
Tears that run in silence and laughing in a game,
I know we're much the same.
Much the same, much the same this way.
Much the same, much the same this way.
Miles may lay between us,
And rivers where the bend,
But near you is a brother,
In whom you can depend.
So share the weight with others,
And call upon His name.
Don't try to bear the load alone
'Cause Jesus took the blame.
And He's just the same, just the same today.
And He's just the same, just the same today.
The lyrics to “Just The Same” by 2nd Chapter Of Acts/Phil Keaggy are about being lost and searching for guidance in life. The first verse portrays a sense of desperation, with the singer feeling trapped and overwhelmed. They can sense the pain and confusion felt by someone else, and understand the thoughts and doubts whirling around in their mind.
The second verse continues to describe this sense of loneliness and isolation, trying to find answers by any means possible. The emotions range from deep sadness to trying to put on a brave face and hiding behind fake laughter. The chorus then hits, with the repeated line of “Much the same, much the same this way.” Despite the physical distance between one another, the singer wants the listener to know that they are not alone in their struggles. They offer themselves as someone the listener can rely on, urging them to reach out to others and to lean on Jesus.
The song’s message is clear: no one has to go through challenges on their own. Though the exact details of each person’s life may differ, they all share a common bond of facing difficulty, and reaching out to others for help is a necessary step to overcome. The repeated line of “just the same” emphasizes the shared humanity of everyone, regardless of their differences.
Line by Line Meaning
Locked into a corner, up against a wall
Feeling trapped and helpless, with no clear way out of a difficult situation.
I know you've been stumblin', trying not to fall.
Understanding that you're struggling and trying to keep going despite the challenges.
I can feel your sorrow, I can share your pain.
Empathizing with your emotions and wanting to support you through your struggles.
I can hear the questions exploding in your brain.
Recognizing that you have a lot of doubts and fears and that they're overwhelming you.
Walking in the shadows, feeling all alone
Feeling isolated and disconnected from others, even when surrounded by people.
Looking for the answer, rolling every stone.
Searching for a solution to your problems and leaving no stone unturned in your pursuit of answers.
Tears that run in silence and laughing in a game,
Experiencing both sadness and joy in life, often hiding pain behind a facade of happiness.
Though my eyes can't see you, I know we're much the same.
While we may look different and have different circumstances, we share common struggles and emotions.
Miles may lay between us, And rivers where the bend,
Physical distance may keep us apart, but other obstacles also make it hard to connect.
But near you is a brother, In whom you can depend.
We have a brotherhood in Christ that provides support and reliability despite geographic barriers.
So share the weight with others, And call upon His name.
Don't bear this heavy burden alone. Use your faith to connect with others and seek help.
Don't try to bear the load alone 'Cause Jesus took the blame.
Jesus suffered so that we don't have to bear our struggles alone. We can lean on him and on each other.
And He's just the same, just the same today.
Jesus is always here for us, just as he was in his time on earth. He is constant and unchanging in his love for us.
And He's just the same, just the same today.
Jesus is always here for us, just as he was in his time on earth. He is constant and unchanging in his love for us.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BUCK HERRING, PHILIP T. KEAGGY
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