Lyrics
By Bob Hartman
Authorship credit to Bob Hartman
Based on Rom. 13:11
Lyric based on Romans 13:11
One moment gone into the past
Reflecting on a moment that has passed
But here and now will never last
Emphasizing the transient nature of the present
You made the most of your design
Acknowledging the individual's unique design or purpose
You've walked alone
Describing a solitary journey
You held the line
Resolute perseverance, holding one's ground
That's when you know you've passed
Confirmation of passing the test when facing challenges
The test of time
Emphasis on enduring challenges and trials
The time has come, the time has gone
Reflection on the passage of time
The time is now, but not for long
Stressing the importance of the present moment
Before you take a second glance
Encouragement to seize opportunities
Redeem the time and take a chance
Redemption of time by taking risks
It's not too late to pass
Hopeful message that it's never too late to succeed
(Chorus)
Introduction of the recurring theme: the test of time
The test of time
Reiteration of the central theme
And the time is passing every moment that you take
Highlighting the continuous passage of time
The test of time
Defining the test as choices individuals make
It's the test of choices that you have to make
Elaborating on the nature of the test
It's what you're doin' and how you're livin'
Focusing on actions and lifestyle choices
It's how you're spending the time you're given
Emphasis on using time wisely
The test of time
Reaffirmation of the ongoing test of time
Tomorrow is a chance that may not come
Highlighting the uncertainty of the future
Today is still the day God gives us
Acknowledging the significance of the present day
To see things done
Encouragement to take action in the current moment
Your own test of time has begun
Emphasizing that everyone undergoes their own test of time
Time will slip away
Time slipping away as a recurring theme
Every moment passing by
Stressing the fleeting nature of every moment
The choices that we make will stand the test of time
Choices made will endure and be tested by time
Time will slip away
Repetition of the idea of time slipping away
Every moment passing by
Reiteration of the importance of choices in time
The choices that we make will stand the test of time
Continued emphasis on enduring consequences of choices
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