Maranatha
Jackie Hill Perry Lyrics

How long before the sky will crack?
When will the heavens open up and God will return to judge and redeem the world?

How long for time to buy us back?
When will God's plan of salvation be fully achieved and sin will no longer have power over us?

What’s the price of finding chiroprac?
What does it take to find the healing and restoration that we need?

What's the price to find the rifle that Emptied out inside the back and called it freedom
What have we given up in pursuit of our own version of freedom, and was it really worth it?

How long I gotta wait for them to calm the demons?
How long will it take for the brokenness and chaos in the world to be put at peace?

Inside the place that made the place to stay for legion
The world is a place that can feel like a home for evil forces and people, inviting them to stay and keep causing harm.

How long I gotta groan for when they pledge allegiance?
How long will we endure the negativity and wrongdoing that people often use to justify their loyalties, and how can we find justice?

Time out
Pause, reflect, and look at the bigger picture to find clarity.

How long I gotta pray for patience?
How long will it take to find the serenity and strength that comes from prayer, even in the midst of hardship?

How long I gotta pay for education?
How many resources and efforts will it take to acquire the knowledge and wisdom that we need?

How long I gotta debate with the racists?
Will there be an end to the harmful ideologies and actions that perpetuate discrimination and bigotry?

On both sides we both cry for better days
Despite our differences, we all share a longing for a more hopeful future and a world that is more just and peaceful.

Man could you ever pray for God to come back before the bullet came?
If we had the chance to know the future, would we pray for God to intervene and prevent the tragedies and violence that we witness?

Did you wanna have to die for us to say your name?
Do we appreciate and recognize God's sacrifice and love enough, or do we need something more drastic to bring us closer to Him?

Sandra you took the blame
A reference to Sandra Bland and the systemic injustice that led to her death in police custody, a reminder of the human cost of inequality and oppression.

We still hangin′ onto every word you said
The memory and impact of those who have been wronged or oppressed continue to resonate with those who care.

God we still strangers in this world you said was dead
We may feel like we don't belong in this world or that it has lost its value or purpose, but as believers we look forward to a new heaven and earth.

How long I gotta be afraid?
How long will we experience the fear and uncertainty that comes with living in a fallen world?

How long I gotta wrestle with my ways?
How long will we struggle and strive against our own sinful nature and desires?

How long I gotta wait for you to save?
How long will we have to wait for God's grace and intervention, and will we be ready when it comes?

Some family doesn't even know your name
There are still people who have not heard the good news of the Gospel or received the love and salvation that Christ offers.

I'm handling the blasphemy with grace
Amidst the challenges and attacks that come from the world, believers can find the strength and peace that comes from God's grace.

While standing on they grave
Even as we face the reality of death and loss, we stand firm in our faith and hope in eternal life.

How long before this body′s done away?
How long until we leave behind our earthly bodies and receive new, glorified bodies?

How long before this body can′t complain?
When we are in God's presence and have bodies that are free from sin and pain, we will no longer need to grumble or suffer.

How long before the body sees the face?
When will we be able to see God face to face and experience His love and glory in their fullness?

They kept him while they cried they had to say Maranatha
A reference to early Christians' use of the Aramaic word 'Maranatha' - 'Come, Lord' - expressing their hope and faith in Christ's return.

How long it take before the sky will crack?
The opening line repeated, emphasizing the longing and anticipation for Christ's return and the end of this world.

What’s the price to find the chiroprac?
Repeating the earlier line, asking again about the costs and efforts necessary for healing and restoration.

What′s the price to find your final lap and finish it?
What does it take to stay faithful and obedient to God until the end of our lives, and to finish the race well?

You paid blood and the witnesses clouding my space
Christ's sacrifice and the many witnesses of faith inspire and motivate believers, but the distractions of the world can make it difficult to focus on God.

How long 'til I′m out the way to lay aside
In order to fully embrace God and His plan, we need to let go of our own selfishness and pride, but it can be a difficult and ongoing process.

Find the race and run for it
As believers, we are called to live with purpose, to pursue righteousness and love and to remain faithful to God's commands.

Run Forrest while you lookin' behind
A humorous reference to the movie Forrest Gump, emphasizing the importance of keeping our eyes on the goal and not being distracted by our past mistakes or regrets.

Like your perfecter of faith
Referencing Hebrews 12:2, where Jesus is described as the 'author and perfecter of our faith', reminding us that our salvation and spiritual growth come from Him.

Ain′t run forward The Son's sure to come back just wait for Him
Even when we stumble or feel like we've lost our way, we trust that Christ will return and redeem all things, and we simply need to wait for Him.

The waves form when the page tore when The saints swore it gave 'em hope
The image of waves forming when a page is torn represents the chaos and uncertainty of the world, but believers find hope and strength in the testimony and example of the saints who came before them.

The same story he wrote He prayed for you he won′t Delay longer and Hope sustains don′t I know it
God's plan of salvation and redemption has been unfolding throughout history, and although it may seem delayed at times, we trust that His timing is perfect and that there is always hope for a better future.

It's hard to show it
Acknowledging the difficulties and struggles of holding onto hope and faith in a world that can feel overwhelming or unbearable at times.

How long I gotta bear it in faith?
How long will we have to endure the trials and tribulations of this world with faith and perseverance?

How long before you carry me weight?
When will we experience the relief and comfort that comes from God carrying our burdens and worries?

How long before they bury me? ...wait How long before you take me away?
Reflecting on the inevitability of death and the hope of eternal life, and wondering when God will call us home.

Might be night But the Son′s coming back Watch the time Keep yourself on track
The refrain repeated three times, emphasizing the certainty and nearness of Christ's return, and the need to stay vigilant and faithful while we wait.