Scratch
Shelly Moore Band Lyrics
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such a vapor of time
how can i think it's all mine
or just for me
a fleeting thing
My soul cannot rest here
there's always something more
round and round again in this so called circle of life,
but it's never the same so is it a circle or a line
ehhhhh
Father, help me wait for my full reward
remind my soul that it's not here yet
Father help me wait for my full reward remind my soul that it's not here
So what should be my delight?
They tell me to buy to satisfy what I need
They've got me feelin' alone
like this world is my home
when the most costly has been given for free
Father, help me wait for my full reward
remind my soul that it's not here yet
Father help me wait for my full reward remind my soul that it's not here
There will come a day
when you will say well-done
there will come a day
when you will say "well-done
good and faithful one"
Father, help me wait for my full reward
Father, help me wait for my full reward
remind my soul, remind my soul
Father, help me wait for my reward
Remind my soul that it's not here yet,
Father help me wait for my full reward,
remind my soul that it's not here
End
The Shelly Moore Band's "Scratch" is a song held together by the theme of the impermanence of life. The title "Scratch" is a nod to the true nature and meaning of an individual in the grand scheme of things. The lyrics convey the feeling of being just a "scratch on this line," momentarily appearing on the earth only to disappear into nothingness. The singer ponders how one can believe that life is something that belongs to them or is just for them when it is only temporary, like a "vapor of time."
The song's message is strongly grounded in the Christian perspective of life and the afterlife. The lyrics describe the struggle to wait for a heavenly reward that is yet to come, despite the constant urging of the current societal norms to seek immediate gratification by purchasing material possessions. The singer asks God to remind their soul that their true reward lies in the afterlife, and they should not get consumed by the temporary pleasures of this world.
Overall, the song is a contemplative and thought-provoking ballad that urges listeners to reflect on the transience of life and focus on the eternal.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm just a scratch on this line
I am just a small part of this world, insignificant in the grand scheme of things.
such a vapor of time
My time on this earth is short and fleeting.
how can i think it's all mine
I cannot believe that I am entitled to everything in this world.
or just for me
This world does not revolve around me and my desires.
a fleeting thing
Life is fleeting and temporary.
My soul cannot rest here
I am not content with the temporary pleasures of this world.
there's always something more
I am always seeking for something more significant and meaningful than what this world can offer.
that i'm striving for
I am striving for something greater than what I have currently achieved.
round and round again in this so called circle of life,
I am stuck in a continuous cycle of life, always repeating the same patterns.
but it's never the same so is it a circle or a line
Although life seems to be a repetitive cycle, it is always changing and unpredictable.
Father, help me wait for my full reward
I am asking for God's help to keep my focus on the ultimate reward in heaven.
remind my soul that it's not here yet
I need to remember that my true home is in heaven, not on this earth.
So what should be my delight?
I am questioning what should truly make me happy and fulfilled in life.
They tell me to buy to satisfy what I need
Society tells me that I need material possessions to be satisfied and fulfilled in life.
They've got me feelin' alone
The world's focus on materialism has caused me to feel isolated and disconnected from others.
like this world is my home
The world's false promises have caused me to believe that this earth is my true home, which is not the case.
when the most costly has been given for free
The most valuable gift of all (salvation through Jesus Christ) has been given to us for free, but we often overlook it in pursuit of worldly pleasures.
There will come a day
There will be a time in the future.
when you will say well-done
God will commend and praise us for our faithfulness and obedience to Him.
good and faithful one
We will be recognized as good and faithful servants.
Father, help me wait for my full reward
I am asking for God's help to keep my focus on the ultimate reward in heaven.
remind my soul, remind my soul
I need to repeatedly remind myself of God's promises and the true purpose of life.
Father, help me wait for my reward
I am asking for God's help to keep me patient as I wait for my reward in heaven.
Remind my soul that it's not here yet,
I need to remember that my true home is in heaven, not on this earth.
Father help me wait for my full reward,
I am asking for God's help to keep my focus on the ultimate reward in heaven.
remind my soul that it's not here
I need to remember that my true home is in heaven, not on this earth.
Contributed by Wyatt B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.