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OOO.
You are my forever and my eternity.
1. I used to live alone,
But now I know the truth.
Even when I’m by myself,
I have a friend in you.
Refrain:
2. I held this heavy world
Upon my shoulders small.
But now you bear the load
And walk beside me through it all.
Refrain:
3. The evidence of love
Is not how much we say.
It’s offering our heart and hands
To give support and strength.
Refrain:
O you are my forever and my eternity.
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[‘Cause] you are my forever and my eternity.
You lift me from despair and make me all that I can be.
You love my body, mind and soul. With you I am complete,
‘Cause you are my forever and my eternity.
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Listen for the sound of an African grey parrot in this recording. 🙂
1. Every day I wake up breathing,
Thinking, knowing, hoping, being,
Every day I wake up me is good, so good.
Every moment I am living,
Praying, moving, doing, giving,
Every moment I’m believing in Your presence, Lord,
‘Cause it’s only in Your presence that I could.
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2. Every day I wake up growing,
Seeking, feeling, healing, showing,
Every day I wake up Yours is good, so good.
Every moment I am learning,
Finding, seeing, freeing, turning,
Every moment I’m receiving in Your presence, Lord,
‘Cause it’s only in Your presence that I could.
Refrain: (2x)
Lord, it’s only in Your presence that I could.
It’s only in Your presence that I could.
Lord, it’s only in Your presence that I could.
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O I know I couldn’t live without Your love,
And without the breath of inspiration sent from up above,
Your gentle peace and strength,
And Your amazing grace.
I need Your life to make mine any good,
‘Cause it’s only in Your presence that I could.
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Advent 2017 week 4.
On this Christmas Eve, I offer a song about the shepherds. The Good News was not brought to government officials, rich people, or anyone in power. It was brought to simple, humble folks who in faith, believed what they heard. May we be as the shepherds, not only believing the tidings of Christ’s birth, but truly taking them to heart and living each day for God’s glory. I wish you a blessed Christmas celebration and a joy-full New Year made possible by the Spirit within you!
Luke 2:8-20 (KJV)
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child. And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
Did They Pray? (Shepherd Song) – Lyrics
1. The shepherds heard the good news first.
Why do you think that could be?
Late at night with the moon for light,
Watching over their sheep,
Did they pray? (4x)
2. The angel came, and so afraid,
The shepherds wondered why.
But Christ the Lord, this day is born,
The Savior of mankind.
Did they pray? (4x)
3. When they heard the joyous word,
They believed what it said.
And making haste to Christ’s birthplace,
They found His manger bed.
Did they pray? (4x)
4. Now we have known and heard and shown
The glory of our God.
So with that sweet humility,
Let us take the path the shepherds trod.
Let us pray. (8x)
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This song with Celtic flavor is inspired by the Claddagh (see below) and Samhain, the Celtic New Year and beginning of Winter. We still celebrate this festival as Halloween on October 31.
I gave my friendship gratefully;
It blossomed as you cherished me.
And love came softly to my heart;
We blended from the very start.
My loyalty I promised you
In faithful trust and honest truth.
I thank our Lord and God above
For friendship, loyalty and love.
For only God could ever plan
The joining of our hearts and hands.
With Oneness brought to you and me,
We’re blessed beyond our sweetest dreams.
We live for all eternity
In friendship, love and loyalty.
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Behind the Song
For the past 7 weeks, I’ve been suffering after a muscular injury. I pulled my right arm so much that it still affects my back, neck, shoulder, arm, hand, and especially the fingers on that side. In fact, this is the first week I’ve been able to type more than a few words at a time. My faith, patience, and ability to do simple things have been tested beyond what I thought I could handle. And for a few weeks, I seriously questioned whether I would ever play an instrument or write a song again.
I have written 3 songs since this happened, when I usually write at least one every week. Recording and posting them was delayed, but at that point, rather delayed than not at all. Those songs are Centered in the Storm, Love You Like He Does,
and this one, which is truly a testomony and praise song for me. As the song says, “I am not my own.” I belong to the Lord of All, who has plans for us that we often don’t understand, and sometimes do not enjoy. 🙂
However, earlier in the year, during Lent, I wrote extra songs. This is also unusual. I’ve posted some of those in the past few weeks: Think of Me, It Took You,
and Virtuous Woman.
Until now, extra songs have been just that–extra. I was glad to have them, but they didn’t count toward my weekly commitment to write one new song. I.e. extra ones don’t mean I’m off the hook and don’t have to write one next week. 🙂 But the Lord knew more than I did, of course. I believe He gave me those songs to fulfill my commitment to music, even when I couldn’t play.
I’m sure my explanation falls short… But I pray you can understand the divine plan, the hope, love, faith, and healing in this experience. And I pray it helps someone else. I couldn’t share this song without sharing the experience, so may it be an encouragement to you!
Pray with Me
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your everlasting love. Thank you for your presence that is everywhere all at once. In everything I experience, you are there. Nothing happens without your consent, and I am never alone. Thank you for bringing me through this and showing me again what an awesome, wonderful God you are.
I pray that all those going through hard times today and any day, may know your strength and peace that passes all human understanding. I pray you give them comfort during hardship, faith through uncertainty, and love even during loss.
My heart fills with gratitude for those who show us your love, support, and encouragement each day. Thank you for Freddy, who has been strong when I couldn’t be, prayed without ceasing, and shown me your light when I could only find darkness. I pray you send such a spiritual support and inspiration to everyone going through a difficult time. Darkness cannot last forever, and you always send us light when we need it most. For this and each breath you give me to praise you, I am truly grateful.
Bless all your children, dear Lord, and may each one realize we are truly safe in your care. May your will be done in every life, so that we may give you all glory and praise.
In your service, through Christ I pray.
Amen.
Give back to You – Lyrics
1. You gave me my hands
To do your will
And the talents I have,
Your purpose to fulfill.
So when I cannot work,
When I’m feeling hurt,
I brush off the dirt,
Remember their worth,
And I give my hands back to you.
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2. You gave me my heart
To sing your song
And the love that I have
To pass along.
So when I hear no sound,
When I’m feeling down,
My heart is found
In your love that knows no bounds,
And I give my heart back to you.
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3. You gave me my mind
To think of you
And the knowledge I have
To share your truth.
So when I cannot see,
When I’ve lost the dream,
I reach deep in me,
Where you never leave,
And I give my mind back to you.
Refrain:
Lord, I give my hands,
My heart and my mind back to you.
Refrain:
For I am not my own.
I am yours to shape and mold,
To have and to hold,
It is true.
You are my strength,
And I give my thanks,
And my hands, my heart,
And my mind all back to you.
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Proverbs 31:10-13, 20, 25-31 (NIV)
Who can find a virtuous wife?
For her worth is far above rubies.
The heart of her husband safely trusts her;
So he will have no lack of gain.
She does him good and not evil
All the days of her life.
She seeks wool and flax,
And willingly works with her hands.
She extends her hand to the poor,
Yes, she reaches out her hands to the needy.
Strength and honor are her clothing;
She shall rejoice in time to come.
She opens her mouth with wisdom,
And on her tongue is the law of kindness.
She watches over the ways of her household,
And does not eat the bread of idleness.
Her children rise up and call her blessed;
Her husband also, and he praises her:
“Many daughters have done well,
But you excel them all.”
Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing,
But a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised.
Give her of the fruit of her hands,
And let her own works praise her in the gates.
Virtuous Woman – Lyrics
Refrain:
Lord, make me a virtuous woman,
Hard-working, caring, and kind,
Keeping a home for my family,
And living Your design.
1. Give me the talent to make
All that my hands can supply.
Grant me the Spirit to manage it well
And bring my husband pride.
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2. Cooking and planting to grow,
Nurturing children and seeds.
Lord, may I be a good wife to my husband
And gladly meet his needs.
Refrain:
3. May I have extra to share
And be giving and humble and meek.
For in this way I inherit the kingdom
And make my life complete.
Refrain:
Lord, make me a virtuous woman
Who is living Your design!
Dear Lord, Thank you for this day. Because of you I woke up this morning. Because of you I can feel the sun’s rays on my face this morning.
We have traveled many miles together, halfway around the world and back. You were by my side the entire way. For that I am forever grateful. You have been with me through the good times and surely the bad also, never forsaking me, just trying to show me the right path to take. For 17 years I have been In visual darkness, but you have shown me spiritual brightness. I now know that the only vision that I need Is the vision of your love. You have placed so many beautiful people In my life that no matter what trials and tribulations I face, I know that you will always be by my side.
Only you know what Is next for me In my life. I just pray that you will continue to make me a good person. Give me wisdom, courage, and compassion to always help others the way that they have helped me. Your love Is what makes every day worth living. God, bless the entire world!
Today is the Autumn Equinox, as well as International Day of Peace. World Peace is a noble goal; however, Peace begins with, and within each one of us.
On this International Day of Peace,
We cannot ask when all the wars will cease.
We must look with wisdom so deep inside,
Asking when in us will the Peace abide?
May we bless each day that we’re blessed to wake,
For the Peace we get is the Peace we make.
Any war outside is a war within,
But the Spirit fights for Its Peace again.
Every step so tiny and moment small
Is a piece of Peace, for one and all.
Though it may not manifest on this Earth,
Peace begins with us, for we give It birth.
For beyond the strife is a Spirit great
With a voice that urges us not to wait.
We must light it now with a flame so strong,
Making Peace the message we pass along.
On this International Day of Peace,
We cannot ask when all the wars will cease.
We must look with wisdom so deep inside,
And attend the flame of a peaceful life.
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I wrote these lyrics while I was fasting and praying for those affected by hurricane Irma last Sunday, 9/10/17. My prayers continue for those who were injured, who lost loved ones, and who are still without electricity and other things that have become essential. And may we all be thankful for all the good things and people in our lives, and not take them for granted.
Wind so wild and raging,
Rains are pouring down.
Let Your children rest in
The peace that’s Yours alone.
‘Cause You know all Your children
By name and so much more.
Please show Your grace and peace O Lord,,
Centered, centered in the storm.
News of devastation,
Everything at stake.
Still Your love is stronger
Than any storm that breaks.
‘Cause You know all Your children
By name and so much more.
Please show Your love and power,
Centered, centered in the storm.
“We don’t know Your purpose
Or understand Your ways.
Guide us and protect us;
Thy will be done,” we pray.
‘Cause You know all Your children
By name and so much more.
Please help us sing Your praises,
Centered, centered in the storm.
‘Cause You know all Your children
By name and so much more.
And life is for Your glory,
Even centered in the storm.
For You are centered in the storm.
Centered in the storm,
You are centered in the storm.
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A song of opening awareness, expanding consciousness, and gratitude. Love is always with us! But to recognize it, we must be open to it. On guitar, with my right pinkie and ring finger feeling much better. 🙂
1. I remember my life without You (2x).
The raging storm and clouds of hopeless blue.
2. Through the darkness came a single ray of sun.
Through all that darkness came a single ray of sun.
Your strong and tender Presence gave me one.
3. And all Your Love came pouring down on me.
All Your Love just came pouring down on me.
You paint my heart a rainbow pure and sweet.
4. OOO the rainbow of Your Love is all I see.
That precious rainbow of Your Love is all I see.
And saddest blue, it’s got no place with me.
‘Cause that precious rainbow of Your Love is all I see.
And saddest blue, it’s got no place with me.
Mystical Strings 
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