This coming April 20th, it will have been 19 years since the Columbine massacre that took so many lives.
Michael W Smith is one of my favorite artists and he wrote this song, I believe, about Cassie Bernall, one of the victims. It could also pertain to Rachel Joy Scott as well.
Faced with the choice to deny God and live, these two girls boldly said YES they believed in God and then were killed.
This song has so much meaning. Please take the time to read the lyrics and then listen to the song.
This Is Your Time
Michael W Smith
It was a test we could all hope to pass
But none of us would want to take
Faced with the choice to deny God and live
For her, there was one choice to make
This was her time
This was her dance
She lived every moment
Left nothing to chance
She swam in the sea
Drank of the deep
Embraced the mystery
Of all, she could be
This was her time
Though you are mourning and grieving your loss,
Death died a long time ago
Swallowed in life, so her life carries on
Still, it’s so hard to let go
This was her time
This was her dance
She lived every moment
Left nothing to chance
She swam in the sea
Drank of the deep
Embraced the mystery
Of all she could be
What if tomorrow
What if today
Faced with the question
Oh, what would you say
This is your time
This is your dance
Live every moment
Leave nothing to chance
Swim in the sea
Drink of the deep
And fall on the mercy
And hear yourself praying
Won’t you save me
Won’t you save me
This is your time
This is your dance
Live every moment
Leave nothing to chance
Swim in the sea
Drink of the deep
Embrace the mystery of all you can be
[Repeat]
This is your time
Amen!! To live is for Christ, to die is gain! Thank you for sharing those powerful lyrics! God bless you! Xx
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It’s a beautiful song with such a powerful message. I’m glad you liked it!
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Indeed it is!!! Of course! Its Michael Smith though! His songs always speaks to me.
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I agree! His songs are so great!
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Yup, they truly are a blessing to one’s life in Christ.
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Love Michael W. Smith! His songs are life! Thank you for sharing.
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I had no idea Michael W. Smith wrote a song for one of the victims. ❤ The lyrics are absolutely breathtaking. Thank you so much for sharing xx
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