Many nights we’ve prayed
With no proof anyone could hear
In our hearts a hopeful song
We barely understood
Now we are not afraid
Although we know there’s much to fear
We were moving mountains long
Before we knew we could
There can be miracles, when you believe
Though hope is frail, it’s hard to kill
Who knows what miracles, you can achieve
When you believe, somehow you will
You will when you believe
In this time of fear
When prayers so often proves in vain
Hope seems like the summer birds
Too swiftly flown away
Yet now I’m standing here
My heart’s so full I can’t explain
Seeking faith and speaking words
I never thought I’d say
They don’t always happen when you ask
And it’s easy to give in to your fears (ohhh)
But when you’re blinded by your pain
Can’t see your way straight through the rain
A small but still resilient voice
Says hope is very near (ohh..)
There can be miracles (miracles)
When you believe (Lord, when you believe)
Though hope is frail (though hope is frail)
It’s hard to kill (hard to kill ohhh)
Who knows what miracles, you can achieve
When you believe, somehow you will (somehow somehow somehow)
Somehow you will
You will when you believe
You will when you
You will when you believe
Just believe.. in your heart
Just believe
You will when you believe…
Song Meaning
The song encourages hope amid fear and uncertainty through the possibility of miracles; it speaks of prayer but does not explicitly identify the God addressed.
Biblical Message
No Bible passage is quoted. Matthew 17:20 uses a mountain-moving image for faith, but it does not guarantee that every hoped-for miracle will occur.
Reflection
The lyric itself admits miracles do not always arrive on request, leaving room for both hope and honest disappointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main message of “When You Believe”?
The song encourages hope amid fear and uncertainty through the possibility of miracles; it speaks of prayer but does not explicitly identify the God addressed.
Which Bible passages connect with the song?
No Bible passage is quoted. Matthew 17:20 uses a mountain-moving image for faith, but it does not guarantee that every hoped-for miracle will occur.
When can this song be used in worship?
A hope-themed reflection, with care not to imply guaranteed miracles.