Since his first solo project in 1983, Smith has become one of the most popular artists in the contemporary Christian music world, while also finding considerable success in the mainstream. Smith has frequently topped both Christian radio and Billboard charts and is often listed as one of the top keyboardists in rock and roll in Keyboard Magazine. Smith has sold more than 13 million records and has had 29 #1 hit songs. By 2005, he had garnered 14 gold records and 5 platinum records, 40 Dove Awards, an American Music Award and 3 Grammy Awards. He was also named one of People magazine's most beautiful people.
The Glory Songfacts reports that recorded with a 65-piece London orchestra, Glory is Christian musician Michael W. Smith’s seventeenth studio album and his second instrumental record. It was released November 22, 2011. His first instrumental album was Freedom, which was released November 21, 2000.
This Is Your Time
Michael W. Smith Lyrics
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But none of us would want to take
Faced with the choice to deny God and live
For her there was one choice to make
This was her time
This was her dance
She lived every moment
She swam in the sea
Drank of the deep
Embraced the mystery of all she could be
This was her time
Though you are mourning and grieving your loss
Death died a long time ago
Swallowed in life so that life carries on
Still it's so hard to let go
What if tomorrow
And what if today
Faced with the question
Oh what would you say
This is your time
This is your dance
Make every moment
Leave nothing to chance
Swim in the sea
Drink of the deep
Call on the mercy
Hear yourself praying
Won't You save me
Won't You save me
The song "This Is Your Time" by Michael W. Smith is a tribute to the students who lost their lives in the school shooting at Columbine High School in Colorado in 1999, particularly Cassie Bernall, who was reportedly asked by one of the gunmen if she believed in God, and answered "Yes," which led to her being shot. The first verse talks about how none of us would want to take a test like that, but Cassie had to make a choice to deny God and live or stand up for her faith and face the consequences. The chorus asserts that this was her time, her dance, and she lived every moment, leaving nothing to chance. She embraced the mystery of all she could be and didn't back down in the face of a life-threatening situation.
The second verse acknowledges the pain and grief of those left behind after such a tragedy, but reminds them that death has already been defeated by life and encourages them to let go and move forward. The bridge poses a question to the listener, asking what they would do if faced with the same life or death choice as Cassie. The final chorus is a call to action for the listener to embrace their own time and live fully in the moment, not taking anything for granted and relying on God's mercy and salvation.
Overall, the song speaks to the courage, faith, and tenacity of the Columbine victims and encourages listeners to live their own lives to the fullest in honor of their memory.
Line by Line Meaning
It was a test that we could all hope to pass
It was a challenging situation that we all wish to overcome.
But none of us would want to take
However, it is not something desirable or enjoyable to experience.
Faced with the choice to deny God and live
Having to choose between going against one's beliefs and staying alive.
For her there was one choice to make
In her case, the decision was clear and straightforward.
This was her time
This was her moment of truth.
This was her dance
This was her unique and personal path in life.
She lived every moment
She made the most of each opportunity that life presented her.
Left nothing to chance
She took control and made her own luck.
She swam in the sea
She explored the depths of her soul and the unknown.
Drank of the deep
She quenched her thirst for knowledge, wisdom, and experiences.
Embraced the mystery of all she could be
She accepted and celebrated the uncertainty and potential of her life.
Though you are mourning and grieving your loss
Even though you are in pain and sorrow due to your loss.
Death died a long time ago
Death lost its power and sting when Jesus overcame it by his resurrection.
Swallowed in life so that life carries on
Death is absorbed and transformed by the eternal and abundant life given by God.
Still it's so hard to let go
However, it is still very difficult to accept and release the grip of death on our loved ones.
What if tomorrow
What if you face a similar situation in the future.
And what if today
What if you face a similar situation in the present.
Faced with the question
Having to confront and answer the ultimate question of life.
Oh what would you say
What would be your answer or choice.
This is your time
This is your opportunity to decide and act.
Make every moment
Make the most of every second you have on earth.
Leave nothing to chance
Be proactive and intentional in shaping your life's direction and impact.
Call on the mercy
Ask for and receive the compassionate and forgiving love of God.
Hear yourself praying
Be aware of your own voice and heart as you communicate with God.
Won't You save me
Please, God, rescue and deliver me from the power of sin, death, and evil.
Won't You save me
Please, God, save me not only from death, but also for life in its fullest and holiest form.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: MICHAEL W. SMITH
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@raphaelbernardino4233
It doesn't matter the time, it doesn't matter the season, because whenever I hear this song, I cry.
@angiejones968
13 years and I'm just hearing this, I'm crying my eyes out. Sweet precious child.
@brendongeorge73
😊he is gaer and I love 💗 song 🎶 😊😊
@kevinmcdonald951
@@brendongeorge73 English please
@RagingInsomniac
Rip Cassie Bernall and every other student that died in the columbine shooting. Always remembered, never forgotten.
@stratigraphymajor8196
I LOVE YOU CASSIE
@riggthompson2648
I was 13 when that happened. I wonder now how Cassie’s and victim’s family are doing I hope they are doing good knowing there children is in heaven
@michaellovely6601
@@riggthompson2648 Despite the long shadow of grief and sorrow that looms over Columbine High School; the families of the thirteen lives lost that day are all doing their best to cope. Some survivors have turned their pain into purpose; for example, Kacey Johnson (née Reugsegger) is an advocate for bone and tissue donation. There are some tales from the Columbine High School tragedy that can give some people a reason to smile and believe in the good of humanity. Firstly; Frank DeAngelis stayed on as the principal of Columbine High School until the last group of students who had been in Preschool at the time of the shooting had graduated. A small group of former students have returned to the school as teachers; their names are Katie Tennessen, Mandy Cooke, Alise Steiner, Noelle Sudano, Chris Welsh, Brett O'Neill, and Zach Martin. Though the biggest surprise is that Rachel Scott's mother Beth Nimmo not only forgave but also met Dylan's mother Sue Klebold. In an interview with Hoda Kotb for the "Today" show on NBC; Beth explained that forgiveness isn't saying that it was okay that this happened, but forgiveness is instead giving yourself permission not to make this tragedy your life sentence. Before she met her; Beth said that she asked God what she was supposed to say to Sue, and God told her that she should ask Sue about who Dylan was before April the 20th of 1999. When Beth asked this question; she said that tears began rolling down Sue's cheeks because no one had ever asked her such a question.
@DavidOrtiz-dn3cr
Columbine students who died tragically will always be remembered.
@DavidOrtiz-dn3cr
@@michaellovely6601 It was surprised. God knew it and he knew what he was saying. That will never leave my mind. That will never be forgotten.