Love and Time
A New Song of Warm Americana from the album "Plain Folk"
Welcome to the song page for the new single by Michael Anthony Milton. “Love and Time” is a new song written and recorded by Michael Anthony Milton (words and Music © 2025, Bethesda Music Group, BMI). The song is being released for the upcoming album Plain Folk. The single’s release date is May 6, 2025, and it will be released on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, iHeart, and all major music platforms. Learn more at the Love and Time distribution page. Links galore!
Love and Time – Official Music Video
Words & Music © 2025 Michael Anthony Milton (Bethesda Music Group, BMI
Love and Time is a heartfelt ballad by Michael Anthony Milton that reflects on the enduring nature of love and the providence of God in rekindling old friendships. This song speaks to those who have experienced loneliness, reminding them that love can endure despite distance and Time.—Bethesda Music Group, BMI
Our song page contains the following:
A Prayer of Dedication
The Song Story
Song and Official Music Video
Lyrics
Press Release
Song Details
Sheet Music
Streaming and Purchasing
More about the upcoming album “Plain Folk”
The Artist
Bethesda Music Group
A Prayer of Dedication
O Lord our God and heavenly Father, who didst send thine only-begotten Son, Jesus the Messiah, to fulfil all righteousness, that we might stand before thee; who didst suffer and sacrifice himself to pay for our sins, and who, by thy Holy Spirit, doth comfort us in our loneliness:
Grant, we beseech thee, that through this humble song, many may come to trust in thy sovereign grace, and that many lonely souls may be paired with a friend—be it old or new—in such wise that all may give thee honour and glory.
We beseech thee, for those who are lonely and long for fellowship, for those in pain who seek relief, and for those who are confused and seek clarity, that this little piece of music may, in some measure, reach into their lives and bring hope—a hope that is certain, as it is established by thy holy Scriptures.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Ghost, one God, world without end. Amen.
The Song Story
God’s Love in Friendship
There are moments in life when Time folds gently upon itself—when something long thought lost is returned, not as it was, but as it was meant to be. Love and Time was born from such a moment.
This song tells the story of human reunion and divine providence. It speaks to the loneliness many carry—the unanswered prayers, the lost connections, the ache for companionship. Yet, in the quiet of waiting and the long corridors of Time, God’s love does not falter. He even says, “God makes a home for the lonely” (Psalm 68:6 NASB).
Love and Time is for those who wonder if their story is over. It is a song for the waiting heart and a reminder that God’s love—sometimes mirrored in our friendships—endures through the years, the distance, and even the tears.
It is a a song about God’s faithfulness to those in need of a friend.
Love and Time Official Video
Lyrics
Love and Time
Words and Music © 2025 Michael Anthony Milton
Verse 1
They stood together
They spoke but never said a word
Two children, too shy
To say how they feel
The years would slip by
But love was there still
Verse 2
A misunderstanding
From a friend of a friend
So like young birds, they flew
And their patterns never crossed
Fifty falls and winters through
They met again through what they lost
Broken wings beneath the cross
Chorus
Doesn’t this prove love can endure
Through the distance and years?
Doesn’t it move you to see His hand
Through the sorrow and tears?
Through the sorrow and tears?
Instrumental
Verse 3
Sometimes, love is a marriage made in heaven
The two made one until the end
But sometimes love is lost
In Time recovered
In the voice of a friend
In the voice of a friend
Chorus
Doesn’t this prove love can endure
Through the distance and years?
Doesn’t it move you to see His hand
Through the sorrow and tears?
Through the sorrow and tears?
Coda
Two children too shy to say how they feel
The years would slip by but love was there still
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
By Bethesda Music Group | Dr. Rebecca Rine learn more@faithforlivinginc.net | faithformusic.com
New Song “Love and Time” by Michael Anthony Milton Offers Hope for the Lonely, Restoring the Enduring Power of Grace-Filled Friendship
TRYON, NC — Bethesda Music Group is pleased to announce the release of “Love and Time,” a new single from singer-songwriter, pastor, and retired Army Chaplain (Colonel) Michael A. Milton. This tender and poetic ballad speaks to the deep ache of loneliness and the healing balm found in friendship—rekindled, unexpected, and rooted in the grace of God.
Written in the quiet aftermath of a long-distance reconnection with a childhood friend, “Love and Time” transcends nostalgia. It reaches into the heart of those who feel isolated or forgotten, reminding listeners that the love of God, echoed in human relationships, does not vanish with the years. “Even through distance and sorrow,” Milton explains, “God often brings the right people back into our lives at the right time to show us that we are seen, known, and not alone.”
Anchored by Milton’s signature blend of folk storytelling and sacred reflection, “Love and Time” is a song for anyone at the intersection of memory and mercy, loss and rediscovery. With gentle instrumentation and heartfelt lyrics, the music draws listeners into a space of comfort, encouraging them to believe again in the enduring nature of God’s love—often revealed through the grace of human companionship.
The single is now available for streaming and purchase at: https://bethesdamusic.online/love-and-time.
About the Composer and Artist:
Michael Anthony Milton is a pastor, theologian, author, and recording artist whose work blends classical Christian devotion with Americana musical tradition. Dr. Michael A. Milton seeks to bring faith, healing, and beauty to a weary world through his ministry, writing, and music. Learn more at michaelamilton.com.
About Bethesda Music Group:
Bethesda Music Group is a ministry unit of Faith for Living, Inc., a North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Learn more at faithformusic.com.Contact for Media Inquiries:
Dr. Rebecca Rine, Assistant to Dr. Michael A. Milton
Email: learnmore@faithforlivinginc.net
Artist’s Channel on Spotify
Song Details
The Song Page for “Love and Time” is at https://bethesdamusic.online/love-and-time.
The Official Music Video for “Love and Time” is on YouTube at https://bethesdamusic.online/lt.
The Distributor’s Page for Love and Time is here: https://drmilton.live/LT-Dist.
A Podcast discussion of “Love and Time:”
Specifications
Title: Love and Time
Album: Plain Folk (to be released in Advent 2025)
Artist: Michael A. Milton
Musicians
Michael Anthony Milton, acoustic guitar, vocals
“I am proud of my fellow musicians. They love the Lord and desire to serve Him with their art. Please visit their pages and learn more about these incredibly dedicated artists.” - Mike Milton.
Jessie Morgan Soliday, fiddle, duet, and backing vocals
Mrs. Jessie M. Soliday, Fiddle and Vocals. Jessie is a believer and a church musician from Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
Engineer: Lucas Marques, Disruptor Audio
Alexey Samojlenko, acoustic lead guitar
Mr. Alexey Samojlenko is the acoustic lead guitarist and a Christian musician who lives in the country of Georgia—not the state!— a proud, southeastern European nation.
Song Data
Title: Love and Time
Composer and Performer: Michael Anthony Milton
Release Year: 2025
Label: Bethesda Music Group
Distribution: Distrokid
Genre: Inspirational / Folk / Americana
Length: 4:23
Publisher: Bethesda Music (BMI)
UPC: 199333324980
Streaming Link: On all major platforms or at the distributor’s page: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/michaelanthonymilton/love-and-time
All platforms will go live with the release on May 20, 2025
Cover Art for the Single:
A Short Description
A tender, story-driven song of grace, memory, and restored friendship, Love and Time by Michael A. Milton offers hope to the lonely and comfort to the waiting heart. This accessible lead sheet includes notation, lyrics, and chords—perfect for soloists, worship leaders, and acoustic performances. Purchase your sheet music at
Sheet Music
🎼 Now Available on Sheet Music Direct
Michael A. Milton’s heartfelt ballad Love and Time—a song of grace, memory, and restored friendship—is now available as official sheet music on Sheet Music Direct.
Ideal for vocalists, worship leaders, and acoustic musicians, this lead sheet captures the tender story of friendship rekindled and God’s faithfulness through the years.
➡️ View and purchase: https://drmilton.live/sm-lt
Share it. Sing it. Let the Music speak grace to someone who needs to hear it today.
Share it. Sing it. Let the Music speak God’s grace to someone in need today.
Streaming and Purchasing
Please visit our Distribution Page for details on music platforms and social media links.
100% of the proceeds of this song are received by Faith for Living, Inc., a North Carolina 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Corporation to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Please consider a gift to help support our ministry and pay our musicians, engineers, and production costs. Your tax-deductible gift means more than we could ever say.
The Artist
Michael Anthony Milton is a North Carolina pastor, theologian, author, Army Chaplain (Colonel, retired), and singer-songwriter. His music blends sacred themes with Americana warmth. His songs, including the heartfelt ballad “Love and Time,” reflect on grace, memory, and the enduring nature of love. Dr. Milton seeks to bring faith, healing, and beauty to a weary world through his ministry and music. — Bethesda Music, with some excerpts from McCain & Company, Nashville.
Bethesda Music Group
Bethesda Music Group is a ministry unit of Faith for Living, Inc., a North Carolina 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Learn more at faithformusic.com.
Contact for Media Inquiries:
Dr. Rebecca Rine, Assistant to Dr. Michael A. Milton
Email: learnmore@faithforlivinginc.net