To unbelievers, UPPERROOM is all about Jesus. How would an outsider interpret the song? Lines 1-12: Functionally equivalent to Bridge. Rather, they should let their yes be yes and no be no (Matthew 5:37). See commentary on Chorus, lines 1 and 2, for the answer to UPPERROOM’s question.Īlso, line 4 is now how they should respond to a life laid down. Lines 1-7: UPPERROOM provides three examples of their willingness to respond to God that will move Him. Merriam-Webster defines wasting time as “a bad use of time”. Lines 6 and 7: This wording is unfortunate. Scripture tells us that by drawing near to God (see Chorus 1), God will draw near to them (James 4:8). Lines 1-5: UPPERROOM wants to experience God’s Presence and dwell in His house (Psalm 27:4). There’s a connection between prayer and God’s willingness that causes Him to be moved (2 Kings 20:1-11) from a broken and contrite heart (Psalm 51:17). Lines 1 and 2: What does it mean to “move God’s heart”? God’s mind was changed due to Moses’ plea (Exodus 32:11-14) and Jesus was moved with compassion (Matthew 20:34). Lines 1-8: Jesus is more valuable than anything else (Philippians 3:8-10), with unmatched beauty (1 Chronicles 16:29, Psalm 27:4, and Psalm 29:2). That goes against Jesus’ teaching on avoiding promises. There’s a major issue with Bridge, where UPPERROOM responds to their lives laid down by paying vows. How much of the lyrics line up with Scripture?Īlmost the entire song aligns with God’s inspired Word.
It’s as if God is a distraction for more important matters than their personal relationship with Him. But, is it? According to Chorus 2, UPPERROOM wastes their hours on God. UPPERROOM wants to stir His heart and bask in His Presence, willing to sacrifice their dreams and themselves to accomplish this goal. None is more pleasant or prized than Jesus. Note to new users: This is a different kind of review site! Read About the Berean Test and Evaluation Criteria prior to reading this review. They released twelve works, including:Īlso, check out my reviews of Getting Ready and Surrounded (Fight My Battles). UPPERROOM is a church-based band hailing from Dallas, Texas.
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