Originally from Detroit, Michigan, the six original members were Keith Staten, Fred Hammond, Mitchell Jones, Karl Reid, Michael Brooks, and Michael Williams. In 1991 Staten and Brooks left the group and were replaced by Marvin Sapp, Maxx Frank, and Eddie Howard, Jr.. By 1994 Howard had left the group and Williams left a year later. Hammond also left to pursue a career with the group Radical For Christ. He was replaced by Montrell Darrett. By 2000, Marcus Cole and Chris Poole had taken the place of Sapp and Darrett on the group's last studio album. In 2002 Commissioned released a reunion album which brought back most of the group's former members and featured most of its greatest hits. The group performed live on stage during the 2002 Stellar Awards in Atlanta, Georgia.
(2) An urban Black gospel band with crossover appeal, Commissioned are an extremely evangelistic group in concert who put on such a dramatic show that the altars are routinely packed with repenters following their performances. Members Fred Hammond, Keith Staten, Michael Brooks and Marvin Sapp have all done many successful solo projects as well. They spent most of the '90s pursuing those careers, but found themselves back together in 2001 for a reunion tour and the first of another successful series of albums. ~ Bil Carpenter, Rovi
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Commissioned Lyrics
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Even in the church, so many's gone astray
Their living in a world of fantasy, blinded by the pressures of this high society
Fame and fortune is they're reward
They don't know that man's glory
Last for a season
They must know
What goes up must come down
Only what you do
For Jesus Christ will last
Everything else will fade
Like the future becomes the past
Only what you do
For Jesus Christ will last
Everything else will fade
Like the future becomes the past
They've gotta know
They must know (they must know)
They must know (they must know)
They must know (they must know)
They must know (they must know)
They must know (they must know)
Only what you do for Christ will last
Many dream their dreams
And set their minds to reach their goals
What will it profit a man
To gain this world and lose his soul?
A world of pride
Where people are forced to compromise
But in the end
They know they're never really satisfied
They've gotta know
The world only gives guarantees that will not last
Knowing not who holds the future,
Who holds the present or the past
On Christ the rock you must stand
For the ground where you are standing
Is nothing but sinking sand
Only what you do
For Jesus Christ will last
Everything else will fade
Like the future becomes the past
Only what you do
For Jesus Christ will last
Everything else will fade
Like the future becomes the past
Remember only what you do for Christ will last
Remember only what you do for Christ will last
Remember only what you do for Christ will last
The song "Only What You Do for Christ Will Last" by Commissioned sends a message about the temporary nature of earthly success and the importance of living a life of service to Christ. The lyrics work on multiple levels, from warning against the danger of getting caught up in worldly pursuits to emphasizing the enduring value of actions taken in the name of Christ.
The song describes a world that is obsessed with fame, fortune, and fleeting pleasures. In this world, people are blinded by the pressure to conform to the standards of high society, often with disastrous consequences. The lyrics urge listeners to focus on the eternal rewards of a Christ-centered life, reminding them that true success can only be achieved through service to others and dedication to God.
The message of "Only What You Do for Christ Will Last" is a timeless one that has resonated with listeners across generations. The song encourages listeners to resist the temptation to seek worldly rewards and prioritize their relationship with God, no matter the cost. Ultimately, it's a call to live a life of purpose and meaning, one that leaves a lasting legacy of faith and service to others.
Line by Line Meaning
Success has deceived the world today
People believe that success in this world is the ultimate goal, but it is not always true.
Even in the church, so many's gone astray
Even among churchgoers, many people have lost their way and have been led astray by materialistic desires.
Their living in a world of fantasy, blinded by the pressures of this high society
People are living in an unrealistic world, where societal pressure has blinded them from the true meaning of life.
Fame and fortune is they're reward
People are often striving for fame and fortune as their ultimate reward in life.
they don't know that man's glory last for a season
They fail to realize that worldly achievements and glory are temporary and short-lived.
They must know
It is important for everyone to know and understand this concept.
What goes up must come down
Everything in life has a cycle and nothing lasts forever, things go up only to come back down again.
Except when the Lord takes you on higher ground
However, when the Lord blesses you, He can elevate you even further beyond your imagination.
Only what you do for Jesus Christ will last
The only thing that truly matters in life is what we do for Jesus Christ, as that will have an eternal impact.
everything else will fade like the future becomes the past
All worldly things will eventually lose their value and fade away, just like time moves forward and the past becomes a distant memory.
They've gotta know
People need to understand and be aware of this truth.
Many dream their dreams and set their minds to reach their goals
Many people have their own dreams and aspirations and are determined to achieve them.
What will it profit a man to gain this world and lose his soul?
What good does it do for a person to gain all the riches of this world but lose their soul in the process?
A world of pride where people are forced to compromise
The world is filled with prideful people who feel forced to compromise their values in order to achieve success or fit in.
But in the end, they know they're never really satisfied
People ultimately realize that even after achieving worldly success, they are still not truly satisfied and fulfilled.
The world only gives guarantees that will not last
The world can only offer temporary guarantees and promises that will eventually fade away and lose their value.
knowing not who holds the future, who holds the present or the past
People do not know who holds their future, present, and past, but they should trust and have faith in God who is in control of everything.
On Christ the rock you must stand for the ground where you are standing is nothing but sinking sand
We should stand firmly on the foundation of Jesus Christ as the world and everything in it is constantly changing and unstable.
Remember only what you do for Christ will last
It is important to always keep in mind that everything we do for Jesus Christ will have an eternal impact and is the only thing that truly matters in life.
Contributed by Adrian R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.