Beautiful Gospel Song: Just a Closer Walk With Thee - Mahalia Jackson

Just a Closer Walk With Thee · Mahalia Jackson

"Music-Only" video below commentary.

A few years before my mom and dad passed away, I made a 30 plus minute DVD for them — editing together old family pictures, 78 RPM records, and film clips — from their own baby photos, going forward through their childhood, teen and college years, to their meeting and romance, and up to their wedding and newlywed days just before the arrival of my oldest sister.

God's hand was in that project, because He gave me a lot of great ideas for it — including excellent and meaningful music that fit perfectly under the images and clips — and all I needed to do was select from what I already had on hand.

For example, a little while before making the DVD — I had recorded a niece-in-law's mother playing piano with powerful digital-audio recording software and professional microphones I had — and they agreed that I could use those recordings for future projects.  So I used several of those recordings and it added a nice touch to the DVD to have a family member's music on it.

For other music, I went through old 33 1/3 rpm LPs I had collected through the years and found perfect tracks for the video — and at that time I had a great turntable and excellent software that allowed me to convert them to digital files for use in my digital video editing software.

Mahalia Jackson - 1962
Photograph: Carl Van Vechten

That brings us to today's Gospel Music:

I had an old LP called, Mahalia Jackson Sings The Best Loved Hymns Of Dr. Martin Luther King — which had the song,  Just a Closer Walk With Thee on it.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahalia_Jackson

I've heard a lot of artists sing that old hymn, including several versions by her, but there is something wonderful about Mahalia's performance on this particular track.

The feel is breezy and light, and Mahalia sounds like she was in her element during its recording.

This version fit perfectly in my parent's video — and I think it contributed a LOT to making the entire DVD a hit with the family.

You'll find this wonderful Gospel track embedded in a "music-only" video below.



I pray Mahalia's music will Bless you — and that God will pour His Light, Love, Comfort, and Truth into your heart through it!

John 8:12

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Lyrics are found under the "music-only" video.
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Just a Closer Walk With Thee - Lyrics

 

Just a closer walk with Thee
Grant it, Jesus, Lord if you please
Daily walking close with Thee
Oh, let it be, dear Lord, let it be

Hallelujah

I am weak but thou art strong, oh, Lord
Jesus keep me from all wrong
I'll be satisfied as long
As I can walk, please let me walk
Lord close with thee

When my feeble life is o'er, help me, Lord
Time for me won't be no more
I want you to guide me gently o'er
To thy kingdom's shore

 Hallelujah 

Just a closer walk with Thee
Grant it, Jesus, Lord if you please
Daily walking close with Thee
Oh, let it be, dear Lord, let it be

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You Can Begin Your New Life With Jesus Right Now!

✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

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If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Bible Verses About Salvation Through Jesus Christ

1 John 1:5-7

Awesome Gospel Music: Selah - I Got Saved

Selah - I Got Saved - From Unbreakable

In 2017, the Christian vocal group Selah released their cover of the song I Got Saved from their "Unbreakable" CD.

The song's lyrics testify to the time in each Christians life, when the full realization of the wonderful and immeasurable gift of abundant Grace, Mercy, Forgiveness, and Love we are freely given by our Lord and Savior, Jesus the Risen King!

Below, you'll find a "music-only" video of the song.  Lyrics are both embedded in the video — and included under it as well.

As you listen, I pray God will pour His Spirit into your heart and life — and fill you with the knowledge of His abundant Mercy, Grace, and Love.

Psalm 117:11

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I Got Saved - Lyrics

There is a river of gladness
That pours from Emmanuel’s veins
This sinner was plunged
Beneath the flood and got saved

Since then I walk in forgiveness
All of my guilt was erased
The chains of the past
Are broken at last I got saved
Oh! I got saved

I’m undone by the mercy of Jesus 
I’m undone by the goodness of the Lord 
I’m restored and made right 
He got a hold of my life 
I’ve got Jesus 
How could I want more!

I’ve received nothing but goodness
I’ve tested and tasted Your grace
I was so lost 'til I fell at the cross
And got saved
Oh! I got saved

I’m undone by the mercy of Jesus 
I’m undone by the goodness of the Lord 
I’m restored and made right 
He got a hold of my life 
I’ve got Jesus 
How could I want more!
Bridge:

The love of God gave me His pardon
The love of God won’t let me stay the same
The love of God pulls me up higher
His will is stronger 
That’s why I got saved

I’m undone by the mercy of Jesus 
I’m undone by the goodness of the Lord 
I’m restored and made right 
He got a hold of my life 
I’ve got Jesus 
How could I want more!

I’ve got Jesus 
How could I want more!

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Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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You Can Begin Your New Life With Jesus Right This Moment!

✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

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If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Bible Verses About Salvation Through Jesus Christ 
 

Psalm 119:11

Great Old School Gospel Music: Blessed Assurance - Beverly Glenn

Screen Capture From Video
Cover Painting To Blessed Assurance
Album By Beverly Glenn

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Today's "music-only" video (found below) is a powerful and moving old school Gospel take on a traditional hymn — Blessed Assurance — recorded by Beverly Glenn in 1973.

Glenn's reverential performance is superbly accompanied by talented musicians on piano, guitar, bass and drums — and an excellent backing choir.

According to her website:

Beverly Glenn "composed 150 Gospel songs,  an anthem and a Christmas cantata for choir and chamber orchestra.  She has 10 albums to her credit as well as recognition in Ebony and Billboard magazines.  The cover of her "Take Me Higher" album was nominated for a Dove Award."

https://www.beverlyglenn.com/

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The lyrics to Blessed Assurance were written in 1873 by Fanny Crosby — Exactly 100 years before Beverly Glenn's beautiful recording of it!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fanny_Crosby

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blessed_Assurance
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Blind from infancy, Crosby "was a poet, lyricist, and composer. She was one of the most prolific hymnists in history, writing more than 8,000 hymns and gospel songs, with more than 100 million copies printed. 

She is also known for her teaching and rescue mission work. By the end of the 19th century, she was a household name." 

Additional short Bio on Fanny Crosby:

http://www.thearda.com/timeline/persons/person_83.asp

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If you don't already know Jesus as Lord—you can learn more about how to start your new life with Him below. ✝

Lyrics are included under the video.

John 6:35-40

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Blessed Assurance - Lyrics

      Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine
Oh, what a foretaste of glory divine!
I'm an heir of salvation, I've been purchase of God
   I've been born of His Spirit, I've been washed in His blood

      This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Savior all the day long
This is my story, this is my song
       Praising my Savior all the day long

    Perfect submission, all is at rest,
I in my Savior am happy and blessed
Every day I'm watching and waiting, I'm looking above
Filled with His goodness, Thank God I'm lost in Precious His love

      This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Savior all the day long
This is my story, this is my song
       Praising my Savior all the day long

All the day long!

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Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

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If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Bible Verses About Salvation Through Jesus Christ

Romans 5:6-8

Impossibly CUTE! The Detty Sisters - My Lord Is Taking Good Care Of Me

The video below features the Detty Sisters singing My Lord Is Taking Good Care Of Me.

These still very young sisters have a lot of talent, amazing voices and harmonies — and they are absolutely ALL adorable.

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They add the following description under their video on YouTube:



"We pray that this song will go forth and reach nations, blessing many people. We give God all of the glory!"

Amen, and amen, Detty Sisters!

Screen Capture From The Detty Sister's Video Found Below

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As you listen — May God richly Bless you and flood your life and heart with His abundant Mercy, Grace, and Love!

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If you don't already know Jesus as Lord—you can learn more about how to start your new life with Him below. ✝

Lyrics are included under the video



14 Bible Verses about God Being Our Refuge

My Lord Is Taking Good Care Of Me - Lyrics

I got up this morning and I started my day
God's mercy was with me all of the way
His goodness stayed close by to meet all my needs
My Lord is taking good care of me.

I'm never forsaken I'm never alone
One day I'm moving to my brand new home
I'm blessed beyond measure just look close you'll see
My Lord is taking good care of me

I'm counting my blessings as I journey along
Good friends a family and a place to call home
The church where I worship the bible I read
My Lord is taking good care of me.

When Satan comes tempting and he brings up my past
I tell him I'm forgiven and it's buried at last
The blood shed at Calvary now speaks for me
My Lord is taking good care of me.

I'm never forsaken I'm never alone
One day I'm moving to my brand new home
I'm blessed beyond measure just look close you'll see
My lord is taking good care of me.

Proverbs 14:26 - Photo: Porapak Apichodilok

Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

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If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Romans 8:38-39

Bible Verses About Salvation Through Jesus Christ

Awesome Christian Music: Beckah Shae - Heartbeat

Embedded below you'll find the awesome song, Heartbeat, from Christian singer / songwriter Beckah Shae.

According to her website, in 2005, "Beckah Shae and her husband, manager/producer Jack Shocklee, established Shae Shoc Records — and have since written, created and released 13 full studio projects together."

Her site offers the following additional information about her:

Beckah Shae - Screen Capture From The Video Below

In 2010 Shae began traveling and performing globally with several top charting radio singles — and along the way, earned numerous awards and accolades from the Christian Recording Industry, performed on the GMA Dove Awards, and was featured on The 700 Club,” “RevolutionTV,” JCTV, and TBN’s “Praise The Lord.

She has also collaborated with numerous multi-platinum album sellers, multiple Grammy Award winners, and hit co-writers and gospel legends including tobyMac — and her music has been used on movie and TV soundtracks.

Family roots have given Shae a deep connection, strong love, and support for Israel, and she has been to Jerusalem every year since 2012 to take part in and lead worship at the “All Nations Convocation."

Shae filmed the "impromptu" music video (found below) for her song “Heartbeat” off of her 2014 album “Champion.”

"I was in route to Jerusalem, literally asking God to forgive me for not preparing and making plans to film a video to this song. As soon as I showed up, the host shared with me about a couple from France who God spoke to on their way to Jerusalem at the same time, about helping me to film a video! I was amazed. We did this in two days with no plan. God had the plan all along."

Screen Capture From The Video Found Below With YouTube Comment (Insert)

God did indeed work to allow Shae to create a moving and powerful video — and comments under it on YouTube show that it is impacting lives and hearts and leading people to a closer walk with the Lord of life — Jesus the Messiah — the Risen King of Glory!

As you watch the video, may God also speak to your heart about His Wonderful, Abundant Mercy and Grace — and Bless, Comfort, and Heal you — in the mighty and powerful name of Jesus, the King of kings and Lord of lords!

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If you don't already know Jesus as Lord—you can learn more about how to start your new life with Him below. ✝

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Lyrics are included under the video





7 Bible Verses about Unity Among Believers

Yeshua is the the Hebrew name of the Messiah, translated into English as Jesus! *
https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/yeshua-deliverer-savior.html

Yahweh is the Hebrew name for God *

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Heartbeat  - Lyrics

And His Blood has Ransomed people for God!
From every Tribe and Language, people every Nation!
Where Warriors have fallen, there's a Resurrection comin'
It's your time to rise and shine
Oh wake up you Sleeping Giant!!

The Wounds of Injustice are being Healed by the Peace
Of * YAHWEH who's bringing us Power through Unity!
Where Warriors have fallen,
There's a Resurrection comin'
Dry Bones Dry Bones, come Alive
Yeah, Wake up you Sleeping Giant

Your Heartbeat!
I feel it, I feel it, Yeah I feel it!

* Yeshua, Bring us together!
Bring us together! Together we cry!

Out-out for Your Heartbeat!
Give us your heartbeat!

This is the hour to know who's side to stand by
Raise up a Standard in Battle for every fellow Tribe
Where Warriors are fighting, there's a Revival igniting.
Reserved for such a time
Yeah, arise you Blazing Fire

Brave Ones Stand firm and listen to your destiny
The rhythm of our Father moves with Victory!
Where Warriors are fighting, there's a Revival igniting.
Consume us Oh God
And arise, Blazing Fire!

Your Heartbeat!
I feel it, I feel it, Yeah I feel it!

Yeshua, bring us together!
Bring us together!
Together we cry!

Out-out for Your Heartbeat!
Give us your heartbeat!

Philippians 2:1-2

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Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

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If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Matthew 11:25-30 - Learn More About The Tree Of Life Version
Yeshua is the the name of the Messiah, translated into English as Jesus!

The Imperials - Be Still My Soul

According to an article by Sandra Brennan, The Imperials, have been recording and performing since 1964.

She adds:

"Over the years, 18 different singers have come and gone in the Gospel band, including such legends as Russ Taff, Paul Smith, and Gary McSpadden. Other Contemporary Christian Music pop performers such as Jonathan Pierce also got their start with the Imperials."

Some of the band's greatest popular success came in 1977, when at just 22 years of age Taff joined the band, and they recorded a number of highly regarded songs and albums with him from 1977-1981.

Today you'll find a "music-only" video embedded below of The Imperials' beautiful song, Be Still My Soul, with Taff on lead vocals, recorded in 1980.

Psalm 46:1-3 - Photo: Ray Bilcliff

Taff knows something about earthly trials and has spoken about his difficult childhood — sharing that his dad was a verbally abusive alcoholic and his mother beat him. 

Later he battled his own addiction to alcohol — and when combined with his childhood trauma — he felt far from the man God had called him to be.

Thankfully, God is faithful, and when Taff was at the end of his ropes, he discovered that God had been working in his life and he was ultimately set free from his emotional pain and addiction.

Read more and see an interview he gave about that here:

https://alltheangelsshoutedforjoy.blogspot.com/2020/01/singer-russ-taffs-testimony-from.html

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If you don't already know Jesus as Lord—you can learn more about how to start your new life with Him below. ✝

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Lyrics are included under the video




Be Still My Soul - Lyrics

Surrounded by the cares of life
Situations rise, they press against my soul
Desperate thoughts have blocked me in
Feels like I may lose control

A voice from somewhere inside of me
Brings comfort and fills my heart with courage
And lets me know everything will be alright

(I hear Him say)
Be still my soul and know that He is God
(He is God)
Stand quietly
He is the Lord
If God is for me who can be against me?
(He is God)
Be still my soul
He is the Lord

Teach me Lord to stay with You
When my emotions try to rule me
Remind me Lord of who I am
Show me what You want me to be

In His great strength and confidence
Knowing that You are with me
I'm not afraid of tomorrow
What waits ahead

(I hear Him say)
Be still, my soul and know that He is God
(He is God)
Stand quietly
He is the Lord

If God is for me who can be against me?
(He is God)
Be still my soul
He is the Lord

Be still my soul
He is the Lord 

He is the Lord!

Psalm 46:10-11- Photo: Ray Bilcliff

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Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

---------------------------------

If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Matthew 11:25-30 - Learn More About The Tree Of Life Version
Yeshua is the the name of the Messiah, translated into English as Jesus!

Eddie James- I Need You

Today's music , Eddie James- I Need You in the "music-only" video found below, is a soft and beautiful song filled with lyrics that cry out for the awesome Presence and Hand of God in our lives.

May it Bless you and flood your spirit and soul with the wonderful and awesome Grace, Mercy, Forgiveness, and Love of Jesus the Messiah — the KING of kings and LORD of lords!

Psalm 42:5 — Photo: Johannes Plenio

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Lyrics are included under the video




I need You - Lyrics

My soul longs, and even faints for You
My heart and my flesh cries out for the Living God
For the Living God

Incline Your ear
With trembling and tears I'm yearning
To the thrown of Grace
To seek Your face
I'm burning and longing for You

I need You
I need You
Nothing
No place
No one else will do

I need You
I need You
For You Satisfy the longing inside

I need You Jesus!

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Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

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If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Psalm 118:14

I Still Believe - The Call

A movie I saw recently had a snippet of the song I Still Believe by The Call.

Over the last couple of days it's been stuck in my mind — and its gritty lyrics about Faith and Belief in the face of ALL adversity has been in my thoughts.

Its "music-only" video and the song's lyrics are found under the following commentary.

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Now that a handful of companies own most of the media in the US — most radio stations tend to rely on national satellite feeds that recycle the same music "hits" over and over — so unfortunately a lot of what is heard on the radio sounds pretty much the same all across the US.

That's far cry from years ago when I lived in a mid-sized college town and listened to a great radio station there that allowed disc-jockeys to choose all the music they played.

So the DJs at that now defunct station might play a blues song, then something jazz leaning, and then a deep cut from a rock band, and so on — depending on their tastes and mood.

I was a Christian then but pretty undiscerning when it came to music, and I listened to and bought a LOT of the popular music of the day, even though most of it was at war with my values and beliefs — something I really didn't fully understand at the time.

Still, I longed for music that resonated with my Christian faith — so one day while listening to that free-form station I heard a song with lyrical images that came from the Old Testament.

The Walls Came Down, from The Call — drew from Joshua 6:20 as a theme — although there were also some lines about the politics of the day mixed in as well.

So when I considered their name, The Call (which is often used by Christians to indicate a life of service to Jesus) and Biblically leaning lyrics — it made me very curious about the band and I wondered if there were indeed any Christians involved with them.

Through the years, after The Call had "made my radar" — I'd occasionally hear their music on the radio and continued to feel that Christian themes were present in their lyrics.

This was all in a time long before the internet and one could just do a "search" to find out more about things — even so I became reasonably convinced that their songs were written by a Christian — and somewhere along the way I learned that the band's singer, bassist, and songwriter was Michael Been.

The Greatest Christian Albums of All Time Blog offers thorough look into Been and The Call's history — and reveals I wasn't the only one picking up on their Christian vibe — and an article there states emphatically that Been, who passed away in 2010, was indeed a Believer.

That blog reveals that Been had performed with secular rock heavy-hitters — and was involved with several early influential Christian Rock Albums/Bands — most notably the 2nd Chapter of Acts, and Barry McGuire.

The article elaborates that while their song, The Walls Came Down, had achieved radio air-play and heavy MTV rotation back in its day — the band had only one number one hit with their song Let The Day Begin < another awesome song with Christian themes running throughout).

In 1986, the band released I Still Believe, a song that vibrates with lyrics that address the often confusing turmoil of life, met head on by a deep unwavering Faith.

Been went home to be with the Lord in 2010 after suffering a fatal heart attack — but his music has made an impression on many.  In fact, comments under the blog article cited above, indicate that the band's music planted seeds in people's lives that ultimately led them to Jesus!

I pray that no where you are in your journey through life, that this post and music will Bless you and flood your heart, mind, and spirit with the abundant Grace and Mercy found only through Jesus the Messiah — the King of kings and Lord of lords!!

Luke 21

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I Still Believe - Lyrics

I been in a cave
For forty days
Only a spark
To light my way
I wanna give out
I wanna give in
This is our crime
This is our sin

But I still believe
I still believe
Through the pain
And through the grief
Through the lives
Through the storms
Through the cries
And through the wars
Oh, I still believe

I'm flat on my back
Out at sea
Hopin' these waves
Don't cover me

I'm turned and tossed
Upon the waves
When the darkness comes
I feel the grave

But I still believe
I still believe
Through the cold
And through the heat
Through the rain
And through the tears
Through the crowds
And through the cheers
Oh, I still believe

I'll march this road
I'll climb this hill
Upon on my knees
If I have to
I'll take my place
Up on this stage
I'll wait 'til the end of time
For you like everybody else

I'm out on my own
Walkin' the streets
Look at the faces
That I meet
I feel like I
Like I want to go home
What do I feel
What do I know

But I still believe
I still believe
Through the shame
And through the grief
Through the heartache
Through the tears
Through the waiting
Through the years

For people like us
In places like this
We need all the hope
That we can get
Oh, I still believe

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Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

---------------------------------

If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Enclosed by You · Josh White And Josh Garrels

Below you'll find the "music-only" video of Enclosed By You from worship leader Josh White and musician/singer Josh Garrels.

The song is a soft and gentle reminder of our Awesome God's faithfulness to us through our imperfection and failings as humans.

I pray as you listen, you will hear the Spirit of the Lord speaking His abundant Love, Mercy, and Forgiveness into your heart and life!

Hebrews 13:5-6 - Lion Photo: Alexas Fotos

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If you don't already know Jesus as Lord—you can learn more about how to start your new life with Him below. ✝

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Lyrics are included under the video.



Enclosed by You ·  Lyrics

Will You stay with me when I forget You're there?
Will you still love me when my love lingers elsewhere?

I hear you softly speaking secrets that enclose
Words that softly linger with sweet repose

"I will never leave you
Leave you waiting ‘round
'Cause I'm the one who's been waiting
For you to turn around"

How can I contain You when You contain everything?
The house of my soul is far to small still I must sing

I hear you softly speaking secrets that enclose
Words that softly linger with sweet repose

"I will never leave you
Leave you waiting ‘round
'Cause I'm the one who's been waiting
For you to turn around"

Enclosed by You
In close I see
I am in You and You are in me

John 14:27

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Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

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If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Jeremiah 29:11

Wrapped Up, Tied Up, Tangled Up In Jesus · Rev. Ernest Franklin

Happy New Year!

Hope you had a great 2019 and 2020 will bring you all the best!

It seems appropriate to begin this new year on this blog with the rousing Gospel, "music-only" video found below:  I'm Wrapped, Tied Up, Tangled Up In Jesus from Rev. Ernest Franklin.

No matter where you are on your earthly journey — there is nothing better we can do with our time than to get wrapped up, tied up, and tangled up in our Savior Jesus — the King of kings and Lord of lords! 

John 14:5-6
Photo: Lucas Pezeta

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If you don't already know Jesus as Lord—you can learn more about how to start your new life with Him below. ✝

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Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

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If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!

Matthew 5:14-16

The First Noel - David Archuleta

Hello brothers and sisters!

Christmas Day, a day when many Christians celebrate Jesus' birth, will soon be here.

For some, it is simply a time of sharing gifts and gathering with family — but for many Christians it is also a time of remembering Jesus our Savior — His humble, yet miraculous virgin birth in a manger — prophesied by scripture and declared by God's angels (Luke 2:8-20).

Indeed Jesus was and is the only Son of God (Psalm 2:7 - John 1:14), and is Himself God (John 10:22-30).

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So Christians celebrate Jesus' birth because we know that His sinless earthly life, death, and resurrection, paid in full perfectly and completely the price for our sin (Luke 24:36-48) — granting us Mercy, Forgiveness and eternal life with our God — where there will be no more tears, sorrow or pain! (Revelation 21:4)

So as we celebrate Jesus' humble earthly birth —we also celebrate the wonderful Blessing to all who believe in Him and His gift of Mercy and Grace! (John 1:12-13)

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Below you'll find a beautiful lyric-only video of The First Noel by David Archuleta.

In French, joyeux noel means “Merry Christmas.”

More on the meaning of Noel

Luke 2:8-20
Painting: William Henry Margetson (1861 – 1940) - The First Noel

Enjoy — and as you listen let God speak His Love, Comfort, Healing, and Blessing into your heart, mind, and spirit!

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If you don't already know Jesus as Lord—you can learn more about how to start your new life with Him below. ✝

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Lyrics are found embedded in the "music-only" video — and under it as well.




The First Noel - Lyrics

Noel

The first Noel the angels did say
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay
In fields where they lay keeping their sheep
On a cold winter's night that was so deep

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!

They looked up and saw the star
Shining in the east beyond them far
And to the earth it gave great light
And so it continued both day and night

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!

Born is the King!

Hallelujah! 

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!

Born is the King! 

Noel, Noel!
The angels did sing

Noel, Noel!
 
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Thanks for stopping by—
 
May God Richly Bless you!

Jesus is LORD!

Time is growing short!

Seek Him!

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✝   Romans 10:9-10

9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 

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If you've made this decision—believed it in your heart and confessed it with your mouth—let God speak to you by reading the Bible—and seek out fellowship with others who also believe.

Pour out your heart to God in Prayer (simply speaking to Him in reverence)—asking Him to reveal Himself to you and to provide for your needs.

Life in Jesus is the best decision you will ever make.

God Bless You!