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Hurry Up and Wait
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Jul 16, 2026 updated
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MercyMe's song 'Hurry Up and Wait' encourages listeners to slow down and find rest in God's presence amidst life's chaos. The lyrics contrast the frantic pace of modern life with the invitation to pause, breathe, and release burdens. Drawing from Isaiah 40:31, the song promises renewed strength for those who wait on the Lord. It speaks to the struggle of trying to maintain control while feeling overwhelmed, offering a gentle reminder that true peace comes from surrendering to God's timing.
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Ninety miles a minute
Life's a circus and you're in it
Too afraid to admit it
You're spinning out of control
So keep going like you've got this
Keep smiling just to hide it
Keep moving not to notice
It's slowly taking its toll
The faster you can slow this down
To the rhythm of right now
The sooner you find your strength
So hurry up and wait
Rest your weary head for a moment
Hurry up and wait
Feel the burden lift off your shoulders
Hurry up and
Wait just a minute
Now that I got your attention
I think it's worth saying again
So I'm going to say it again
Say it again
The faster you can slow this down
To the rhythm of right now
The sooner you find your strength
So hurry up and wait
Rest your weary head for a moment
Hurry up and wait
Feel the burden lift off your shoulders
Hurry up and wait
We will run and not grow weary
We will walk and not grow faint
We will run and not grow weary
We will walk and not grow faint
Hurry up and wait
Rest your weary head for a moment
Hurry up and wait
Feel the burden lift off your shoulders
Hurry up and wait
We will run and not grow weary
We will walk and not grow faint
We will run and not grow weary
We will walk and not grow faint
Hurry up and...