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This Life
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Aug 14, 2026 updated
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MercyMe's 'This Life' is an uplifting Christian anthem that encourages believers to live purposefully for God. The song acknowledges that this world is not our permanent home, yet we are called to make the most of our time here. It emphasizes that every moment is an opportunity to let God's light shine through us. The lyrics speak of having heaven in our hearts and living each day to make God known. The chorus declares that this life was meant to shine, not just survive, inspiring listeners to rise and hold their heads high. It's a call to live with intentionality and hope, reflecting a biblical perspective on earthly life as a chance to glorify God.
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This is not my home
(this is not my space)
This is not my style
(this is notmy place)
Can't get comfortable
(cant get settled in)
Simply dont belong
(cant get used to this)
But im here right now
(I can hear you say)
Make the most of Me
(this wont go to waste)
If Im out of my mind
(yeah its all for Christ)
If Im making sense
(then get it right)
Every moment is a chance
To let your light break through
This life (oh oh oh oh)
This life was meant to shine
This life (oh oh oh oh)
This life was meant to shine
I dont have to stall
(I dont have to wait)
Dont have to bide my time
(till I make my escape)
Cuz heavans in my heart
(I wont settle for less)
I will lift your name
(by the life I live)
Every moment is a chance
To let your light break through
This life (oh oh oh oh)
This life was meant to shine
This life (oh oh oh oh)
This life was meant to shine
Its in my heart
Its in my soul
Ill live everday
Just to make you known
Cuz this life
This life was meant to
Meant to shine
Hold your heads up high
This is our moment to rise
We were meant to shine
Not just survive
Hold your heads up high
This is our moment to rise
We were meant to shine
Not just survive
This life (oh oh oh oh)
This life was meant to shine
This life (oh oh oh oh)
This life was meant to shine
Its in my heart
Its in my soul
Ill live everday
Just to make you known
Cuz this life (oh oh oh oh)
This life was meant to
Meant to shine
Its in my heart
Its in my soul
Ill live everday
Just to make you known
Cuz this life (oh oh oh oh)
This life was meant to
Meant to shine
Oh oh oh oh
We were meant to shine!