In time, they say, all wounds will heal But time alone would just reveal The measure of my best intent, How vainly it would all be spent; Empty boxes, if not for love. My prayer never would be heard The appeal denied without a word The throne room of my father's house Closed fast, just to keep me out, "no admission", if not for love Chorus: If not for love the godless would reign If not for love any light would be shadow But love was strong, revealed the plan Man's perfect god, god's perfect man A cross would stand alone, refused. A son blessed and not accused. The savior never sent, blind to the world's lament No forgiveness, if not for love.