38 Segundos
Amanda Ferrari
The Miracle of Faith: A Journey from Waiting to Healing
Amanda Ferrari's song '38 Segundos' is a powerful narrative about faith, patience, and divine intervention. The lyrics draw inspiration from the biblical story of the man who waited by the pool of Bethesda for healing. This man had been waiting for a long time, hoping for a miracle, but no one was there to help him when the waters were stirred. The song uses this story as a metaphor for the listener's own struggles and long periods of waiting for a breakthrough or a miracle in their lives.
The song emphasizes that the wait is over and that the miracle is imminent. In the biblical story, Jesus arrives and heals the man in an instant, without the need for the waters to be stirred. Similarly, Ferrari's lyrics convey that the 'Dono do milagre' (Owner of the Miracle) is present and ready to grant the listener's desires. The repetition of the phrase 'O Dono do milagre está aqui' reinforces the idea that divine presence is immediate and accessible, encouraging listeners to have faith and ask for what they need.
The song is a blend of hope and reassurance, urging listeners to believe that their time of waiting has come to an end. It speaks to the universal human experience of longing and the hope that sustains us through difficult times. By invoking a well-known biblical miracle, Ferrari connects deeply with her audience, offering a message of hope and divine intervention that is both comforting and empowering.