Saturday, November 10, 2012

Country Gospel Music: Alison Krauss - Jacob's Dream


55 “Where, O death, is your victory?
    Where, O death, is your sting?”

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Lyrics below




Jacob's Dream

In the spring of 1856 with the snow still on the ground
Two little boys were lost in the mountains above the town
The father went out hunting the boys had stayed behind
While mother tended to her chores they wandered from her side

The two had gone to follow him and lost their way instead
By dusk the boys had not been found and fear had turned to dread
200 men had gathered there to comb the mountain side
The fires were built on the highest peak in hopes they'd see the light


William-Adolphe Bouguereau 
Song of the Angels (1881)


Oh mommy and daddy why can't you hear our cries
The day is almost over, soon it will be night
We're so cold and hungry and our feet are tired and sore
We promise not to stray again from our cabin door


Now Jacob Dibert woke one night from a strange and erie dream
He saw a path between two hills near a dark and swollen stream
He told his wife he saw the boys huddled close beside a log
For two more nights the dream returned this vision sent from God

Oh mommy and daddy why can't you hear our cries
The day is almost over, soon it will be night
We're so cold and hungry and our feet are tired and sore
We promise not to stray again from our cabin door


a thousand men had searched in vain the west side of Bob's creek
But Jacob's wife knew of this place and said to travel east
With a guide to take him there, Jacob came upon the scene
And found the boys cold and still beneath the old birch tree



Oh mommy and daddy, look past the tears you cry
We're both up in Heaven now, God is by our side
As you lay us down to rest in the presence of the Lord
Know that we will meet you here at Heaven's door

Oh mommy and daddy, look past the tears you cry
We're both up in Heaven now, God is by our side
And as you lay us down to rest in the presence of the Lord
Know that we will meet you here at Heaven's door


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Friday, November 9, 2012

Christian Music Video: Just As I Am - Rhema (A Little Girl With A BIG Voice)





Just 8 years old at the time of this recording, little gospel singer Rhema sings with conviction using an amazingly mature delivery and powerful voice.

She has already attracted a lot of attention appearing on television and making appearances at churches, non-profit organizations, charities, hospitals and special events.  


It hasn't all been smooth sailing for this precious little girl...she spent the first three weeks of her life in the hospital, and then sadly, lost her mother after a long battle with cancer in 2008.

If you'd like to find out more about this amazing little girl please visit her website:
http://www.rhemamarvanne.com/about.html


It's only fair to warn you to hold on to yer weave, yer hat or yer glasses at 2:30 to 2:45, when little Rhema hits and holds a high note that is truly awe inspiring!! 

Remember she was only 8 years old at the time of this recording!!

Lyrics Printed Below







Just As I Am - Rhema

Dear Lord, I’m on my knees again
I come to You, because You understand
I’ve tried so hard, but I just can’t change myself
That’s why I know I need Your help

So here I am
This is my plea
My only hope is your love for me
I’m reaching out, so desperately
Come take my hand
Take all of me
Just as I am




O Lord, You make what’s broken new
Why can’t I just learn to follow you
I wanna know You to feel You in my soul
I surrender all control

I am not afraid
To follow you where you lead me
I can leave the past behind me
I’m forgiven and I’m free
So here I am


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All images are screen captures taken from the video.



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