I found myself moved to tears as I watched a praise and worship team’s moving ‘I Can Only Imagine’ cover by the First Baptist Church of Clarksville. As they sang, it felt like heaven touched the earth as the lyrics ushered in God’s presence in the purple-hued sanctuary. It wasn’t the lights or the special effects that caught my attention; and it was the reverence the team had as they sang these powerful words:

‘Surrounded by You glory 

What will my heart feel

Will I dance for you Jesus

Or in awe of You be still’

The band and choir gave it their all, and as they sang, I couldn’t help but reflect on the questions the song invites us to consider: “What will it really be like to meet Jesus face to face? Will I fall on my knees, unable to speak? Or will I burst into praise, singing with every fiber of my being?”

That’s one of the reasons I love this song, it takes the focus off of us as we imagine what it’s like to meet God. We wonder what it will be like. And the anticipation of that day is indescribable. That’s what I love about this worship song, it pulls us out of the noise and distractions and directs our attention fully on Jesus. It strips away everything else–our worries, fears, problems, and even our own desires and fills us with the longing of God’s presence. 

Whether you’ve heard the song a thousand times or you’re just discovering it, I encourage you to let its message sink in. Imagine what it will be like to see Jesus, to stand in His glory, and to be finally home. Because one day, the imagination will become a reality—and I can only imagine how beautiful that will be.

Matthew 25:23 "His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful over a few things; I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord'"