They say don't waste your time
You simply cannot find
An ounce of good within the heart of man
They say we've got to lay
In the bed we've made
And live this life without a second chance
But I'm inclined to say
There must be something more
[Chorus:]
We've been told that the heart is just too far gone to save
But Grace tells us another story
Where Glory sends hopelessness away
Oh, Grace tells us another story
They say: we cannot change
There is no other way
Get used to it cause this is all there is
They say: don't raise your voice
Cause we don't have a choice
We're dealt this hand so learn to live with it
Well I have to believe
There must be something more
[Chorus]
And though we may not understand
Why You'd give us another chance
We praise You who lets us start again
[Chorus]
Oh, the heart is not too far gone to save
Oh, Grace, tells us another story
Where Glory sends hopelessness away
Oh, Grace tells us another story
"Grace Tells Another Story" by MercyMe is a powerful song that speaks to the transformative power of grace in our lives. It challenges the notion that the human heart is too far gone to be saved and offers a different perspective, one that is rooted in the message of hope found in scripture.
From the very beginning of the song, the lyrics challenge the common belief that there is no good within the heart of man. It acknowledges that we make mistakes and often find ourselves in hopeless situations, but it also suggests that there is something more to our story. The song speaks to the deep longing within our souls to be redeemed and to experience a second chance.
One scripture verse that comes to mind when listening to this song is Romans 3:23-24, which says, "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus." This verse reminds us that we are all flawed and in need of God's grace. It is through His grace that we can be redeemed and have a new story written for us.
The lyrics of the song also challenge the idea that we are stuck with the consequences of our actions and that there is no hope for change. It suggests that we don't have to accept defeat but can instead believe that there is something more to our lives. This echoes the message of Jeremiah 29:11, which says, "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." This verse reminds us that God has a plan for our lives, one that includes hope and a future, even when we feel hopeless and stuck in our circumstances.
Throughout the song, there is a theme of grace overcoming hopelessness and bringing about transformation. It speaks to the truth that no matter what we have done or how far we have strayed, God's grace is greater and can change our story. This echoes the words of Ephesians 2:4-5, which says, "But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved." This verse reminds us that it is God's grace that saves us and brings us new life, even when we were dead in our sins.
In conclusion, "Grace Tells Another Story" by MercyMe is a song that challenges the common belief that the human heart is too far gone to be saved. It offers a message of hope and redemption, rooted in scripture, that reminds us of the transformative power of God's grace. It encourages us to believe that our stories can be rewritten, and that through grace, we can find hope and a future.
