4Him disbanded in 2006 to pursue individual careers of ministry and music. They have released 11 studio albums which have produced 24 number one singles.
Since 2006 Andy Chrisman, Mark Harris, Marty Magehee and Kirk Sullivan have all released a solo album.
This Time
4HIM Lyrics
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Why is this aching so familiar?
I must confess, I long for You more
Strange as it seems
I'm faithlessly bored
Oh, Lord, You know I'm tired
Of playing the prodigal
'Cause it's been so long
Since my words broke through
It's been so long
Since I found a way to touch You
But maybe this time
These words I pray will make their way to You
So I'll wait a little longer
Maybe this time
I'll trust You for the answers that I need
And resign myself to believing You love me
This time, maybe this time
Your reply sounds of mercy and peace
This is why I'll wait for You, Lord
One whisper of love is well worth the wait
So I'll keep praying watching and waiting
For one word from You
Lord hear the prayer from this prodigal
Oh, it's been so long
Since my words broke through
It's been so long
Since I found a way to touch You Lord
But maybe this time
These words I pray will make their way to You
So I'll wait a little longer
Maybe this time
I'll trust You for the answers that I need
And resign myself to believing You love me
This time, oh
Oh, maybe this time
These words, I pray these make their way to You
So I'll wait, I'll wait just a little longer
This time
I'll trust You for the answers that I need
And resign myself to believing You love me
This time, maybe this time
The song "This Time" by 4HIM is a reflection on the long wait for a renewed connection with God. The opening lyrics express a confusion about the feeling of an ache in the heart that is both familiar and deeply piercing. The singer's faith has diminished, and they have grown bored with their spiritual routine. They see themselves as a prodigal, having strayed from their path and their relationship with God.
The chorus expresses the hope that this time, the singer's prayers will reach God and that they will genuinely trust in His love and receive the answers they need. The bridge reaffirms the faith that God's love and mercy will provide the affirmation the singer needs.
This song is a call for renewal and the need to wait patiently for the right moment to deepen one's connection with God. It is a thoughtful reflection on the challenge of faith during difficult times, and the importance of maintaining hope and perseverance.
Line by Line Meaning
What is this gently piercing my heart?
I am feeling a gentle but sharp pain in my heart and I am trying to understand what is causing it.
Why is this aching so familiar?
This feeling of pain is something I have felt before, and I am wondering why it keeps returning.
I must confess, I long for You more
I admit that I have a strong desire for You in my life.
Strange as it seems, I'm faithlessly bored
Although it is strange to say, I am feeling bored and lacking faith in my relationship with You.
Oh, Lord, You know I'm tired
I am feeling exhausted, and I know that You understand how I am feeling.
Of playing the prodigal
I am tired of the cycle of turning away from You and then returning like the prodigal son in the Bible.
'Cause it's been so long
It has been a while since I have felt a connection to You.
Since my words broke through
I can't remember the last time I felt like my prayers were being heard by You.
Since I found a way to touch You
It has been a long time since I have felt close to You or had a spiritual encounter.
But maybe this time
Although I have felt this way before, I am hopeful that things will be different this time.
These words I pray will make their way to You
I am hoping that my prayers will reach You and that You will hear my heart.
So I'll wait a little longer
I will be patient and wait for You to answer my prayers in Your own time.
I'll trust You for the answers that I need
I will put my trust in You that You have the answers that I need.
And resign myself to believing You love me
I will accept and believe that You love me, even when I may not feel like I deserve it.
Your reply sounds of mercy and peace
I am anticipating that Your response to me will be full of mercy and peace.
This is why I'll wait for You, Lord
I will continue to wait for Your response because I know it will bring me mercy and peace.
One whisper of love is well worth the wait
Even if I have to wait a long time for You to respond, hearing Your love in one small whisper will make it worth it.
So I'll keep praying watching and waiting
I will continue to pray, watch, and wait for Your response.
For one word from You
All I need is one word from You to know that You hear me and love me.
Lord hear the prayer from this prodigal
I am calling out to You, asking that You hear my prayer even though I have turned away from You in the past like the prodigal son.
These words I pray will make their way to You
I am holding onto hope that the words of my prayer will reach You and be heard.
This time, oh, maybe this time
I am hoping that this time things will be different and that I will feel a connection to You once again.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Neil Coomer, John R. Mandeville, Jay De Marcus, Blair Masters
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