Absolutely a Brilliant heart warming Spiritual Song that even my own gifts singer daughter sang at the funeral of an amazing young Boy from her school. I loved and still love that young man today and I visit his grave regularly.

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“I Can Only Imagine”

isn’t just a movie, it’s an experience. It takes you on a journey with Bart Millard, the heart behind the iconic song.

The film strikes a beautiful chord, weaving together the power of music, the complexities of family, and the transformative strength of forgiveness. We see Bart grapple with a difficult childhood under the harsh thumb of his distant, alcoholic father, Arthur (played with a powerful vulnerability by Dennis Quaid). Music becomes Bart’s escape, a language that expresses the emotions he can’t quite voice.

The movie shines in its portrayal of their strained relationship. It’s raw, it’s painful, but it’s also laced with moments of tenderness that tug at your heartstrings. As Bart pursues his musical dreams, the film cuts between the present, where he struggles to write a new song, and the past, where his relationship with Arthur reaches a breaking point.

Then comes the turning point. Arthur’s life takes an unexpected turn, forcing him to confront his demons and seek redemption. The journey towards reconciliation between father and son is a tearjerker, filled with raw emotions and powerful performances. J. Michael Finley, who portrays Bart, delivers a breakout performance, capturing the singer’s vulnerability and burgeoning faith.

But “I Can Only Imagine” isn’t all about tears. It’s also about the joy of music, the power of hope, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. The film is peppered with energetic performances by Bart’s band, MercyMe, culminating in a phenomenal recreation of the now-legendary song’s recording. As the final chords of “I Can Only Imagine” ring out, it’s a moment that will stay with you long after the credits roll.

This movie is more than just the story behind a hit song. It’s a testament to the healing power of forgiveness, the enduring bonds of family, and the universal language of music. It’s a film that will make you laugh, cry, and ultimately, leave you feeling hopeful and inspired.

Growing up in Greenville, Texas, Bart Millard suffers physical and emotional abuse at the hands of his father, Arthur. When Arthur becomes terminally ill, he finds redemption by embracing his faith and rediscovering his love for his son. Years later, Bart’s troubled childhood and mended relationship with his dad inspires him to write the hit song “I Can Only Imagine” as singer of the Christian band MercyMe.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Can_Only_Imagine_(film)

I Can Only Imagine is a 2018 American Christian biographical drama film directed by the Erwin Brothers and written by Alex Cramer, Jon Erwin, and Brent McCorkle, based on the story behind the group MercyMe‘s song of the same name, the best-selling Christian single of all time.^[4] The film stars J. Michael Finley as Bart Millard, the lead singer who wrote the song about his relationship with his father (Dennis Quaid). Madeline Carroll, Trace Adkins, Priscilla Shirer, and Cloris Leachman also star.

I Can Only Imagine

Song by MercyMe

I can only imagine
What it will be like
When I walk by Your side
I can only imagine
What my eyes would 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 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, yeah-yeah
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

Source: Musixmatch

Songwriters: Bart Millard