“I Can Only Imagine” is an amazing gospel/christian song by MercyMe, released in 1999. They are gospel band that consists of lead vocalist Bart Millard, Robby Shaffer, Nathan Cochran and Michael Scheuchzer and Barry Graul.
It’s important to bear in mind that MercyMe is an American contemporary Christian music band founded in Oklahoma. The band were made up of talented, singers, songwriters and instrumentalists.
“I Can Only Imagine” is a beautiful Christian song about thinking of what it will be like to meet God in heaven.
The singer wonders how they will feel in God’s presence whether they will sing with joy, stand silently in awe or fall to their knees in worship.
This song expresses a mix of excitement, curiosity and peace. It shows a longing for a moment that is beyond human understanding.
Such a time when all the pain and struggles of life will be gone and only love and happiness will remain. The lyrics focus on the overwhelming beauty and glory of being with God.
The phrase “I can only imagine” means the singer doesn’t know exactly what heaven will be like but it fills their heart with hope and wonder.
The song invites me and you to think about our own relationship with God and the joy that comes from having faith in Him. Hallelujah!
