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I Can Only Imagine

By Phil Wickham

1,423 views Jul 13, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Phil Wickham performs a tender, acoustic rendition of the classic worship song 'I Can Only Imagine,' originally by MercyMe. The song reflects on the wonder of being in God's presence after death, imagining what it will be like to see Jesus face to face. It explores the awe and worship that will fill the believer's heart in that moment, questioning whether one will dance, kneel, or simply stand in silence. The lyrics convey a deep longing for heaven and the joy of eternal worship, drawing from the biblical hope of resurrection and life after death.

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I can only imagine what it will be like

When I walk by Your side

I can only imagine what my eyes will see

When Your face is before me

I can only imagine, yeah


Surrounded by Your glory

What will my heart feel?

Will I dance for You, Jesus

Or in awe of You be still?


Will I stand in Your presence

Or to my knees will I fall?

Will I sing hallelujah?

Will I be able to speak at all?


I can only imagine

I can only imagine


I can only imagine when that day comes

And I find myself standing in the sun/son

I can only imagine when all I will do

Is forever?forever worship You


I can only imagine, yeah

I can only imagine


Surrounded by Your glory

What will my heart feel?

Will I dance for You, Jesus

Or in awe of You be still?


Will I stand in Your presence

Or to my knees will I fall?

Will I sing hallelujah?

Will I be able to speak at all?


I can only imagine, yeah

I can only imagine


Surrounded by Your glory

What will my heart feel?

Will I dance for You, Jesus

Or in awe of You be still?


Will I stand in Your presence

Or to my knees will I fall?

Will I sing hallelujah?

Will I be able to speak at all?


I can only imagine, yeah

I can only imagine


I can only imagine

I can only imagine

I can only imagine

I can only imagine


I can only imagine

When all I will do

Is forever?forever worship You


I can only imagine

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