Although eternity is described here, I always felt the song wanted to communicate an even deeper meaning---that nothing we ever do will be good enough, and that the futility of wanting or trying to be "perfect from now on" is as immeasurable as eternity.
The music has a sad, longing feel to it, sort of a homage to the deep desire of some who desperately desire salvation and can never be assured of it.
Although eternity is described here, I always felt the song wanted to communicate an even deeper meaning---that nothing we ever do will be good enough, and that the futility of wanting or trying to be "perfect from now on" is as immeasurable as eternity.
The music has a sad, longing feel to it, sort of a homage to the deep desire of some who desperately desire salvation and can never be assured of it.