| Stevie Wonder – They Won't Go When I Go Lyrics | 13 years ago |
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I believe that this song is a brilliant and heart-wrenching illustration of 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 in which the rapture of the church will occur. Believers in Jesus Christ will be taken to Heaven and those who, and I say this with agony, will be left here on Earth. That is why there is "weeping" in this song. This sudden catching away of the church at a time known only by God is why the artist mentions "when" instead of "where" -- to answer a previous comment. I believe Stevie Wonder also so skillfully uses the changing chord progression during the lyrics "I'll go where I've longed to go so long away from tears" to visualize an ascension into Heaven with the ground fading below. The song is somber, funeral-like, because it will be a tragic day for so many left behind. It is also so hopeful for those who look forward to a resting place with no tears, no more lying friends, painful pride or saddened eyes--Heaven. "Since my soul conceived all that I believe the Kingdom I will see" is the simple, but not easy, reason why he can say "along with Him (Jesus) I'll bide." If this song is speaking to you, read John 3:16 and 17 and decide for yourself. It's not about your religion, it's about your relationship with Jesus Christ who will be coming again soon. |
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