Another Time
Sandi Patty & Wayne Watson Lyrics
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Beyond the mortal dreams of man
Where every tear will be left behind
But it must be in another time
There'll be an everlasting light
Shining a purest holy white
And every fear will be erased
So, I'm waiting for another time and another place
Where all my hopes and dreams will be captured
With one look at Jesus' face
Oh, my heart's been burnin'
My soul keeps yearnin'
Sometimes I can't hardly wait
For that sweet, sweet someday
When I'll be swept away
To another time and another place
I've grown so tired of earthly things
They promise peace but furnish pain
All of life's sweetest joys combined
Could never match those in another time
And though I've put my trust in Christ
And felt His Spirit move in my life
I know it's truly just a taste
Of His glory in another place
Sandi Patty's song "Another Time Another Place" is a soulful, beautifully written reflection on the hope that we all hold inside of us for something greater beyond this earthly existence. The opening verse immediately sets the tone for the song, with the singer describing a place "beyond the mortal dreams of man." This otherworldly place promises to be one where pain and sorrow are left behind, represented symbolically by the tears that will be left behind. However, the singer acknowledges that this place must exist "in another time," suggesting an acceptance and patience in the prospect of it being a long way off.
The second verse describes this other place as containing an "everlasting light" that is pure and white. The use of light as a symbol of hope and purity is a common theme in many religions and could represent heaven or a utopia. The promise of all fears being erased implies a place of safety, security and peace. However, once again, the lyrics acknowledge that this place must be "in another place," a place that we cannot reach in our current reality.
The chorus then encapsulates the longing for a better place that we all feel at some point in our lives. The hope that one day we will be "swept away" to a place where all our hopes and dreams are "captured" with the mere glance of Jesus is a powerful message of hope and faith.
Line by Line Meaning
I've always heard there is a land
I have heard of a place beyond human imagination.
Beyond the mortal dreams of man
This place is beyond the comprehension of any human being.
Where every tear will be left behind
In this place, every sorrow or pain will be forgotten.
But it must be in another time
This place is not on this earth but awaits us in the future.
There'll be an everlasting light
This place will have a light that will never go out.
Shining a purest holy white
The light in this place will be pure and holy.
And every fear will be erased
All fears will be forgotten in this place.
But it must be in another place
This place is not here and cannot be found on earth.
So, I'm waiting for another time and another place
I am waiting for this place, even though I do not know when or where it will be.
Where all my hopes and dreams will be captured
This place will have every hope and dream that I desire.
With one look at Jesus' face
Gazing at Jesus in this place will fulfill everything.
Oh, my heart's been burnin'
I have been yearning for this place deep within my heart.
My soul keeps yearnin'
My soul continually craves for this place.
Sometimes I can't hardly wait
Waiting for this place can be difficult at times.
For that sweet, sweet someday
Looking forward to that sweet and wonderful day.
When I'll be swept away
I will be taken away when the time is right.
To another time and another place
To that special place beyond our earthly comprehension.
I've grown so tired of earthly things
I am tired of everything on earth.
They promise peace but furnish pain
Though material things promise contentment, they often deliver heartache.
All of life's sweetest joys combined
Even if I were to have all the sweetest joy in life combined, it would still not match this special place.
Could never match those in another time
This special place is more amazing than anything on earth.
And though I've put my trust in Christ
I believe and have faith that Jesus is the one who will take me there.
And felt His Spirit move in my life
I have experienced the Holy Spirit in my life, which gives me hope and peace.
I know it's truly just a taste
Although I have experienced the Holy Spirit, it is just a small portion of what this place has to offer.
Of His glory in another place
This place will be filled with His glory beyond what we can ever imagine.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: GARY LEE DRISKELL
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@jeffgrant6914
I've always heard there is a land
Beyond the mortal dreams of man
Where every tear will be left behind
But it must be in another time, oh, oh, ohThere'll be an everlasting light
Shining a purest holy white
And every fear will be erased
But it must be in another place, oh, oh, ohSo I'm waiting for another time and another place
Where all my hopes and dreams
Will be captured with one look at Jesus' face
Oh, my heart's been burning, my soul keeps yearningSometimes I can hardly wait
For that sweet, sweet someday
When I'll be swept away
To another time and another placeI've grown tired of earthly things
They promise peace but furnish pain
All of life's sweetest joys combined
Can never match those in another time, oh, oh, ohAnd though I put my trust in Christ
And felt His spirit move in my life
I know it's truly just a taste
Of His glory in another place, oh, oh, ohSo I'm waiting for another time and another place
Where all my hopes and dreams
Will be captured with one look at Jesus' face
Oh, my heart's been burning, my soul keeps yearningSometimes I can hardly wait
For that sweet, sweet someday
When I'll be swept away
To another time and another placeSo I'm waiting for another time and another place
Where all my hopes and dreams
Will be captured with one look at Jesus' face
Oh, my heart's been burning, my soul keeps yearningSometimes I can hardly wait
For that sweet, sweet someday
When I'll be swept away
To another time and another place
@russellnewton1229
This song will always be one of my all-time favorites. It always makes me homesick for heaven, to be with God for all eternity. What a retirement plan!
@BreezeeGreenz
I love it too. Songs from back then often had a lot of substance.
@daniellemoncrieffe7822
Amen 🙏🙌♥️🥰
@annafox9278
So well said
@sandradenmark7243
Yes...along with 'We shall behold HIMM.' I love Ms. Patti!!!
@rhodatacaldo4947
me too
@yemegirma5820
This song has been on repeat since I found my brother who died in his sleep. I praise God for the blessed hope and I long for the resurrection when Jesus returns to take us home. 1 Thessalonians 4: 16-18
@clintpostolka3756
I'm with you/Joint Heir
@scottcupp8129
My late fiancee and I used to sing this song. She sounded a lot like Sandi Patty. I know that I will see her again. I lost her in 1996, 3 years to the day before, I lost both of my parents to a car accident. I know I will see mom and dad and my Pamela again. Back then I was 24. I was beginning to show signs of schizophrenia when they were all alive. These days I battle schizophrenia and it is hard. I am so thankful that this life is just a temporary one and that Jesus promised us Eternal life. My heavenly Father gave me a perfect companion and he is in my life right now and I protect him and take the very best care of him. He has 4 legs, a soft fur coat and says meow :) He is a true gift. I still have the gift of music. I play keyboards and compose music for film and TV and carry on my family name. My only child passed away almost a year ago. Yeah my life has been interesting but I will always turn my eyes upon Jesus. If it were not for Him, I would be in an insane asylum. I am on disability and cannot work but I make it ok. Here is a link to my gofund me. Pray for me and if you decide to give to my campaign, be sure and pray about it first. https://gofund.me/b87424b1
God bless you all.
@danvander-ark1309
Praying for you!