The concept of the song is to explore what it means to be a Christian; it’s designed to acknowledge that it can be very difficult to be a Christian. It sings of the relentless fight against sin, a sorrow you cannot explain, and the persecution we endure. The second verse in particular was inspired by a Christian brother who they were praying for who was going through a very difficult time, yet they could not understand why. The “but’s” in each verse signifies the promises we can hold on to and give us hope¹.

Mine are days that God has numbered
I was made to walk with Him
Yet I look for worldly treasure
And forsake the King of kings

But mine is hope in my Redeemer
Though I fall, His love is sure
For Christ has paid for every failing
I am His forevermore

Mine are tears in times of sorrow
Darkness not yet understood
Through the valley I must travel
Where I see no earthly good

But mine is peace that flows from heaven
And the strength in times of need
I know my pain will not be wasted
Christ completes His work in me

Mine are days here as a stranger
Pilgrim on a narrow way
One with Christ I will encounter
Harm and hatred for His name

But mine is armour for this battle
Strong enough to last the war
And He has said He will deliver
Safely to the golden shore

And mine are keys to Zion city
Where beside the King I walk
For there my heart has found its treasure
Christ is mine forevermore

Refrain
Come rejoice now, O my soul
For His love is my reward
Fear is gone and hope is sure
Christ is mine forevermore!

¹youtube.com/watch?v=r7Kd2Gi4-jA