Farther Along
Connie Smith Lyrics


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Tempted and tried we're oft made to wonder why it should be thus all the day long
While there are others living about us never molested though in the wrong
Farther along we'll know all about it farther along we'll understand why
Cheer up my brother live in the sunshine we'll understand it all by and by

When we see Jesus coming in glory when he comes from his home in the sky
Then we shall meet him in that bright mansion we'll understand it all by and by
Farther along we'll know all about it




Overall Meaning

The song "Farther Along" by Connie Smith is a gospel hymn that offers comfort and hope in the face of difficult and trying circumstances. The opening lines speak to the common human experience of feeling "tempted and tried" and wondering why we must endure such hardships. The second line presents a contrast between those who seem to live easy, trouble-free lives despite being in the wrong, and those who struggle despite trying to do what is right. The chorus provides a sense of reassurance that although we may not understand the reasons for our struggles now, we will eventually come to know and understand them "farther along". The final verse offers a vision of Jesus returning in glory and the hope of being reunited with him in a heavenly mansion where all will be made clear.


Line by Line Meaning

Tempted and tried we're oft made to wonder why it should be thus all the day long
We often question why we are faced with temptation and trials throughout the day.


While there are others living about us never molested though in the wrong
There are people around us who seem to be doing wrong but are not punished for it.


Farther along we'll know all about it farther along we'll understand why
In the future, we will have a better understanding of why things happen the way they do.


Cheer up my brother live in the sunshine we'll understand it all by and by
We should stay positive and enjoy life, knowing that eventually we will understand everything.


When we see Jesus coming in glory when he comes from his home in the sky
When Jesus returns in his full glory from heaven, we will see him.


Then we shall meet him in that bright mansion we'll understand it all by and by
We will meet Jesus and be with him in heaven, where we will have a full understanding of everything.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: J R BAXTER, JOHN STARLING

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