We always talk about how bittersweet it is to watch our kids grow up—but we don’t talk enough about the ache of watching our parents grow older.

If you’ve ever felt like time is racing by—especially when it comes to family—Steven Curtis Chapman has just the song for you. His latest release, “Speed of Love,” is a heartfelt song inspired by his own mother.

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Chapman first shared this song last year on socials, but now it’s officially available for everyone to hear. The lyrics reflect on how quickly life moves and how easily we can take our mothers’ love for granted. Take a listen ⬇️

“You’re never gonna read about her in the headlines. Safe to say the world will never know her name. But I believe we’re gonna find when we meet at the finish line. Just how much the world was changed by the ones who chose to run this race.” | Steven Curtis Chapman “Speed of Love”

This isn’t a sad song—it’s a gentle reminder to pause, look around, and say thank you while we can. It’s about celebrating the everyday moments: the phone calls, the hugs, the meals, the prayers. It’s a nudge to appreciate the love that’s been there all along, moving at its own beautiful pace.

So this Mother’s Day, take a moment to listen to “Speed of Love,” send it to the mom in your life, and remind her—while you still can, that her love changed your world forever.

And if this day brings more pain than joy—if you’re grieving, struggling, or feeling the absence of a mother—know this: God sees you, He loves you, and He’s holding you close… at the speed of love.

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