tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16943711179589119582024-02-20T02:10:20.031-08:00Songs of EncouragementYukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-51878755292159105192011-10-26T16:18:00.000-07:002011-10-26T16:22:15.180-07:00Broken and Beautiful, by Mark SchultzI don't have much to say to this song. I'll let it speak for itself.<br /><br />Broken and Beautiful: Mark Schultz (Album: Broken and Beautiful)<br /><br />There's a businessman<br />There's a widowed wife<br />There's a smiling face with<br />A shattered life<br />There's a teenage girl with a choice to make<br />It's crowded here in church today<br /><br />And the preacher says as the sermon ends<br />Please close your eyes and bow your heads<br />Is there anyone in need of prayer<br />Jesus wants to meet you here<br />'cause we all fall short<br />We all have sinned<br />But when you let<br />God's Grace break in...<br /><br />[Chorus]<br />It's beautiful<br />Beautiful<br />Come as you are<br />Surrender your heart<br />Broken and beautiful<br /><br />Well he'd never been to church before<br />But he came today as a last resort<br />His world was crashing in<br />And he was suffocating in his sin<br /><br />But tears ran down<br />As hope rushed in<br />He closed his eyes<br />Raised his hands<br />Worshiping the God who can<br />Bring him back to life again<br /><br />[Chorus]<br /><br />Cause there's nothing more beautiful to God<br />Than when his sons and daughters come<br />Broken<br /><br />Alleluia<br />Alleluia<br />Come as you are<br />Alleluia<br />Alleluia<br />Come as you are<br /><br />[Chorus]<br /><br />Alleluia<br />Alleluia<br />Come as you are<br />(Come as you are)<br />Surrender your heart<br />Broken and beautiful<br /><br />Alleluia<br />Alleluia<br />Come as you are<br />(Come as you are)<br />Surrender your heart<br />Broken and beautiful<br /><br /><iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/XpbdK0q-FyY" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-52016047564033070292011-10-24T21:14:00.000-07:002011-10-24T21:21:22.599-07:00Blessings, by Laura StoryA lot has happened recently. Many tears have been shed over the past couple of weeks and questions as to why this all has to happen. It always seems so unfair and it hurts because of how hard it hear the news, the lies, and the truth of it all. It hurts even more because of the dreams we may have or the setbacks we face. It's hard to endure all of that when we don't why it has to happen now of all times. But I think we forget that the trials of this life are sometimes blessings in disguise.<br /><br />Blessings: Laura Story (Album: Blessings)<br /><br />We pray for blessings<br />We pray for peace<br />Comfort for family, protection while we sleep<br />We pray for healing, for prosperity<br />We pray for Your mighty hand to ease our suffering<br />All the while, You hear each spoken need<br />Yet love us way too much to give us lesser things<br /><br />'Cause what if Your blessings come through raindrops<br />What if Your healing comes through tears<br />What if a thousand sleepless nights <br />Are what it takes to know You’re near<br />What if trials of this life are Your mercies in disguise<br /><br />We pray for wisdom<br />Your voice to hear<br />And we cry in anger when we cannot feel You near<br />We doubt Your goodness, we doubt Your love<br />As if every promise from Your Word is not enough<br />All the while, You hear each desperate plea<br />And long that we'd have faith to believe<br /><br />Courtesy of lyricshall.com<br />'Cause what if Your blessings come through raindrops<br />What if Your healing comes through tears<br />What if a thousand sleepless nights <br />Are what it takes to know You’re near<br />And what if trials of this life are Your mercies in disguise<br /><br />When friends betray us<br />When darkness seems to win<br />We know that pain reminds this heart<br />That this is not, this is not our home<br />It's not our home<br /><br />'Cause what if Your blessings come through raindrops<br />What if Your healing comes through tears<br />And what if a thousand sleepless nights<br />Are what it takes to know You’re near<br />What if my greatest disappointments<br />Or the aching of this life<br />Is the revealing of a greater thirst this world can’t satisfy<br />And what if trials of this life<br />The rain, the storms, the hardest nights<br />Are Your mercies in disguise<br /><br /><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/4mmgV6mPvb0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-17808851189306693272011-10-14T18:34:00.000-07:002011-10-14T18:38:37.231-07:00Rescue Me, by Krystal MeyersLately, I feel like I'm a dog chasing my own tail at work. It's frustrating and I don't see a way out of it. The burdens that I take home with me keep me up, make me sick, and just weigh on my mind. I forget that I am never alone in this fight.<br /><br />Rescue Me: Krystal Meyers (Album: Krystal Meyers)<br /><br />Swallowing this hurt<br />Making it lie down<br />I'm my strongest ally, living life as I know how<br />I'm carrying the weight of a world that sold me out<br />I'm running with my eyes closed<br />Hoping you don't see this doubt<br /><br />I'm lost for words<br />I'm at a loss to tell you what I need<br />I know there's something more<br />God, help me to believe<br /><br />(Chorus)<br />And all this time<br />I thought the fight<br />The fight was only mine<br />I need to let you rescue me<br />I'm taking fire<br />I'm feeling tired<br />I'm tired of this fight<br />I need to let you rescue me<br /><br />I let it go to breathe<br />I can't take it anymore<br />I refuse to wake up one more time bleeding on the floor<br />I won't let myself hold back<br />I'll surrender what's inside<br />You become my healing tourniquet<br />So I can feel alive<br /><br />I feel so exposed<br />I'm afraid to lose total control<br />With nothing left to hold<br />You reach for me and wouldn't let me go<br /><br />(Chorus 2x)<br /><br /><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/jthz0ltkcWE" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-40462736333927338292011-10-10T06:46:00.000-07:002011-10-10T06:57:22.383-07:00Heart of Worship, Various ArtistsI remember them talking about this song on the radio once. The story still lingers with me, even to this day. The song was born from a moment where a church had lost its focus in worship. They had the lights, the musical instruments, and all of the gadgets to put on a good show. That's exactly what they were doing though. They were merely putting on a show. Somehow, they had lost their original focus and made it about all of the extra things, but not about God or the connection we have with God through our worship. They took away the extra stuff and just started to sing a cappella. It was them and God. Just as it should be.<br /><br />Life always gives us "extras." We always have something to do, something to look at, something to put our time and energy in to. Somehow, we train ourselves to think that we can't focus on God until ABC gets done. Or even during our worship time with Him, we think about all of the things that we still have to do. We lose the closeness to Him and have an empty session where we don't draw nearer to our Lord. We stay exactly where we are. We have to leave all of the "extras" at the door. It's hard to do, but it's what we need to do if we want to grow in Christ.<br /><br />Heart of Worship: Various Artists<br /><br /><br />When the music fades<br />All is stripped away<br />And I simply come<br />Longing just to bring<br />Something that's of worth<br />That will bless Your heart<br /><br />Bridge:<br />I'll bring You more than a song<br />For a song in itself<br />Is not what You have required<br />You search much deeper within<br />Through the way things appear<br />You're looking into my heart<br /><br />Chorus:<br />I'm coming back to the heart of worship<br />And it's all about You,<br />It's all about You, Jesus<br />I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made it<br />When it's all about You,<br />It's all about You, Jesus<br /><br />Verse 2:<br />King of endless worth<br />No one could express<br />How much You deserve<br />Though I'm weak and poor<br />All I have is Yours<br />Every single breath<br /><br />Bridge:<br />I'll bring You more than a song<br />For a song in itself<br />Is not what You have required<br />You search much deeper within<br />Through the way things appear<br />You're looking into my heart<br /><br />Chorus:<br />I'm coming back to the heart of worship<br />And it's all about You, <br />It's all about You, Jesus<br />I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made it<br />And it's all about You, <br />It's all about You, Jesus<br /><br />Chorus:<br />I'm coming back to the heart of worship,<br />And it's all about You,<br />It's all about You, Jesus<br />I'm sorry, Lord, for the thing I've made it<br />When it's all about You,<br />It's all about You, Jesus<br /><br /><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/HyzHHMriRqw" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-48594400129437151292011-10-05T06:24:00.000-07:002011-10-05T06:32:04.981-07:00Forever, by FireflightForever doesn't always compute in my mind. It's scary and exciting to think that even after death on this earth, I'll be up in Heaven. We all have our visions of what Heaven will be like, and I'm sure it will exceed any physical expectations we have of it. But forever seems like a long time. We can't even put a number on it because forever is exactly that, infinite.<br /><br />Christ died on the cross over two thousand years ago. He loved the people that lived then enough to die. However, this plan was made for everyone to come! Even as time has passed, His love has never failed us. He loved us over two thousand years ago enough to suffer that pain, and He loves us and our future generations forever.<br /><br />Forever: Fireflight (Album: Unbreakable)<br /><br />Sometimes I feel so cold<br />Like I'm waiting around all by myself<br />Loneliness gets so old<br />I'm in the lost and found sitting on the shelf<br />Been stuck for way too long<br />But I hear Your voice<br />You're who I'm counting on<br /><br />[Chorus:]<br />Oh, tell me You're here<br />That You will watch over me forever<br />Oh, take hold of my heart<br />Show me You'll love me forever<br /><br />I know that You can tell<br />When I start to let my hope fade away<br />I need to catch myself<br />Open my ears to hear You calling my name<br />Been fighting way too long<br />But I hear Your voice<br />You had me all along<br /><br />[Chorus]<br /><br />When I'm starting to drown<br />You jump in to save me<br />When my world's upside down<br />Your hands, they shake me and wake me<br /><br />[Chorus x2]<br /><br />Forever<br /><br /><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/HbJqsRSIoV4" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-49671595683283177352011-10-04T15:45:00.000-07:002011-10-04T15:53:19.961-07:00Oh, My Dear, by Tenth Avenue NorthI've listened to this song maybe thirty times in the past week. Every time I hear it, it stuns me. It's another reminder that nothing I've ever done comes in between me and Christ. He loves us the same yesterday, today, and forever. That will never change.<br /><br />Oh, My Dear: Tenth Avenue North (Album: The Light Meets the Dark)<br /><br />I called you up, you were in bed, could barely make out the words that you said <br />But you wanted to see me instead, so I got dressed <br />So I stepped out into the snow, and walked for a mile or so <br />Felt the rush of blood come from the cold, within my chest <br /><br />Well, you finally came to the door, and we talked for an hour or more <br />Until I asked if you would stay up until four, and you said that's fine <br />But you said "theres something I have to say, and I can't because I am just so afraid"<br />And so I held you as you started to shake, that night. <br /><br />Oh, my dear, I'll wait for you <br />Grace tonight will pull us through <br />Until the tears have left your eyes <br />Until the fear can sleep at night <br />Until the demons that you're scared of <br />Disappear inside <br />Until the guilt begins to crack <br />And this weight falls from your back <br />Oh, my dear, ill keep you in my arms tonight <br /><br />You slowly lifted your head from your hands <br />You said "I just don't think you'll understand <br />You'll never look at me that way again <br />If you knew what I did"<br /><br />And so your tears fell and melted the snow <br />You told me secrets nobody had known <br />But I never loved you more, even though <br />Now I know what you did <br /><br />Oh, my dear, ill wait for you <br />Grace tonight will pull us through <br />Oh, my dear, ill wait for you <br />Grace tonight will pull us through <br />Until the tears have left your eyes <br />Until the fear can sleep at night <br />Until the demons that you're scared of <br />Disappear inside <br />Until the guilt begins to crack <br />And this weight falls from your back <br />Oh, my dear, ill keep you in my arms tonight <br /><br />Until the tears have left your eyes <br />Until the fear can sleep at night <br />Until the demons that you're scared of <br />Disappear inside <br />Until the guilt begins to crack <br />And this weight falls from your back <br />Oh, my dear, ill keep you in my arms tonight <br />I'll keep you in my arms tonight<br /><br /><iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/XrET4KhgV58" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-88839769867329504932011-06-23T16:18:00.000-07:002011-06-23T16:45:42.022-07:00Fall to Pieces, by Krystal MeyersWhen I fall to pieces, I know where to turn. Sometimes, it's irritating that it takes me completely breaking down before I turn to the One who can save me. It doesn't matter where I am though as long as I turn to Him.<br /><br />Fall to Pieces: Krystal Meyers (Album: Krystal Meyers)<br /><br />All the twisted lies and<br />All the empty promises that let me down<br />All this time I've compromised<br />And tried to find the easy way out<br /><br />I'm letting go of all I've known<br />I never thought I'd say<br />"There's gotta be a better way"<br /><br />[Chorus:]<br />When everything around me<br />Falls to pieces<br />I've got something more in my life<br />When I'm broken I see<br />Only You complete me<br />Yeah without You by my side<br />I fall to pieces every time<br /><br />All my hopes and dreams and<br />All my selfish plans that crumbled in my hands<br />Made me realize I've gotta trust in something<br />Bigger than I am<br /><br />I'm standing strong when all goes wrong<br />It's gonna be ok<br />I've finally found a better way<br /><br />[Chorus:]<br />When everything around me<br />Falls to pieces<br />I've got something more in my life<br />When I'm broken I see<br />Only you complete me<br />Yeah without you by my side<br />I fall to pieces every time<br /><br />A flower that's fading<br />Disintegrating<br />You're patiently waiting for me<br /><br />[Chorus:] <br />When everything around me<br />Falls to pieces<br />I've got something more in my life<br />When I'm broken I see<br />Only you complete me<br />Yeah without you by my side<br />I fall to pieces every time<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/ZpcB4I_Q85g" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-20960768058672836972011-06-06T16:37:00.000-07:002011-06-06T18:46:53.554-07:00Esther, by EsterlynI first heard this song a few years ago. It was one of the most heart-felt songs I had heard in a while and quite different from the others performed that night. In the midst of all the hype for groups like Disciple, Kutless, and Stellar Kart, I still fondly remember this song. It came at a point where I was hurting because I didn't have a job or much money. It was a blessing that I even go to go to the concert.<br /><br />But God is good. He provides messages for us when we need them most.<br /><br />Esther: Esterlyn (Album: Lamps)<br /><br />He heals the broken hearted<br />He binds their wounds<br />He is Love<br /><br />He finds those forgotten<br />Those have been abused<br />He is Love<br /><br />He knows your name<br /><br />[Chorus]<br />A Father to the fatherless<br />A Healer of the brokeness you make<br />Beauty from the ashes<br /><br />A Helper to the helpless<br />A Fighter for the hopeless you Love <br />Those who are alone<br />Those who are alone<br />[echoes Those who are alone]<br /><br />[Second Verse]<br />He comforts the lonely<br />He hears their Cry<br />He is Love<br /><br />He holds the children<br />Through out the night<br />He is Love<br /><br />He knows your name<br /><br />[Chorus]<br /><br />A father to the fatherless<br />A healer of the brokeness you make<br />Beauty from the ashes<br /><br />A helper to the helpless<br />A fighter for the hopeless you love <br />Those who are alone<br /><br />[Bridge]<br />Gives us your Heart Lord help us Love the unseen<br />And give us your Eyes Lord help us Love those in need<br /><br />[Chorus]<br />You're a father of the fatherless<br />A healer of the brokeness you make<br />Beauty from the ashes<br /><br />You're a helper to the helpless<br />A fighter for the hopeless you love <br />Those who are alone<br />Those who are alone<br /><br />He knows your name<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/rVsNCyI8pBU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-44404725270459837042011-06-03T18:06:00.000-07:002011-06-03T18:18:58.268-07:00On My Own, by Barlow GirlRecently, I've been thinking about the phrase, "Let go and let God." It's always struck me as a silly phrase since God is always in control. However, He can't take control if we don't give Him that control in our personal lives. He controls everything around us, but we have free will. It's up to us to let Him into our lives. When we are baptized into the waters, we are washed away of the chains of sin.<br /><br />We've let go and let Him in. Yes, there will be times when we mess up and we need His forgiveness, but we're never far away from Him. It's sometimes amazing how we look back and say to ourselves, "Why didn't I give up control earlier? I would've saved myself a lot of time." It's true, but without those struggles, we wouldn't come to the point where we need God. Coming to the point where we say, "I can't make it on my own" is tough.<br /><br />It's something that I struggle with daily. I try to be all that I can be. I try to do what is right. However, there are a lot of times where I am not good enough to handle things on my own. Sin is more powerful than I. Free will is both "a gift and a curse." It causes us to choose God and causes us to stumble. But no matter at what point we decide we need God, He is there for us so we never have to handle anything on our own.<br /><br />On My Own: Barlow Girl (Album: Barlow Girl)<br /><br />I can't believe that I'm here in this place again<br />How did I manage to mess up one more time.<br />This pattern seems to be the story of my life<br />Should have learned this lesson by the thousandth time<br /><br />'Cause I promised myself I wouldn't fall<br />But here I've fallen<br />I guess I'm not as strong as I thought <br />All I can do is cry to You<br /><br />Chorus <br />Oh God You have to save me<br />You're my last and only hope<br />All my right answers fail me<br />I can't seem to make it on my own<br /><br />Always thought that I would be strong enough<br />What made all of them fall couldn't take me down<br />Yeah, did I think that I was above it all<br />I have learned that pride comes before the fall<br /><br /><br />I can't promise myself that I won't fall <br />'Cause here I've fallen <br />I know I'm not as strong as I thought <br />All I can do is cry to You<br /><br />Chorus<br /><br />On my own....<br />Yeah, yeah<br /><br />God you have to save me <br />Your my last and only hope<br />All my right answers fail me <br />I can't seem to make it on my own<br />on my own, on my own.<br />yeah, yeah, yeah.<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/tNW26pMe7aU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-3271626820619601102011-05-29T21:15:00.000-07:002011-05-29T22:53:01.458-07:00Out of My Hands, by Matthew WestThere have been many trials that I have had to overcome in my life. Many times, I couldn't think of a reason why they were happening. I cried myself to sleep on many nights, trying to figure out a reason why. I couldn't understand the pain I was going through or why I had to endure it. Very few things made sense to me during that time. I tried to make keep my life together, but it kept falling apart. I didn't know where to go or how to fix anything.<br /><br />One day I was blasing my iPod, in hopes to find some comfort in music. This one song started playing. It talked about how some things were out of my control and that we should give them up to God. He is the only one who can make sense of all of our troubles and use it to do His will. He has a plan for our lives. We're not supposed to make sense of it all. If we do, we lose sight of what God's will for us. It's hard to surrender control, but when we're surrendering to God, we're not losing anything.<br /><br />It's okay to say that it's out of hands.<br /><br />Out of My Hands: Matthew West (Album: Happy)<br /><br />There you go changing my plans again <br />There you go shifting my sands again <br />For reasons I don't understand again <br />Lately I don't have a clue <br /><br />Just when I start liking what I see <br />There you go changing my scenery <br />I never know where you're taking me <br />But I'm trying just to follow you <br /><br />It's out of my hands <br />It's out of my reach <br />It's over my head <br />And it's out of my league <br />There's too many things <br />That I don't understand <br />So it's into your will <br />And it's out of my hands <br /><br />There you go healing these scars again <br />Showing me right where you are again <br />I'm helpless, and that's where I start again <br />I'm giving it all up to you <br /><br />It's out of my hands <br />It's out of my reach <br />It's over my head <br />And it's out of my league <br />There's too many things <br />That I don't understand <br />So it's into your will <br />And it's out of my hands <br /><br />Move me, make me <br />Choose me, change me <br />Send me, shake me <br />Find me, remind me <br />The past is behind me <br />Take it all away <br />Take it all from me, I pray <br /><br />It's out of my hands <br />It's out of my reach <br />It's over my head <br />And it's out of my league <br />There's too many things <br />That I don't understand <br />So it's into your will <br />And it's out of my hands<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/TYST3RIcmWg" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-35404423197493720822011-05-19T18:30:00.000-07:002011-05-19T18:39:34.479-07:00Bring the Rain, by MercyMeLife wears me down. I get so frustrated over things I cannot control and have to work twice as hard to make up the difference. It's stressful, but it's the story of my life it seems. I try to handle it, but it gets the best of me all too many times. There rarely seems to be peace on those nights. I can't even relax or listen to music. It's all too much for me to handle. But we need those tough experiences to help us grow and achieve the plan God has for us.<br /><br />Even though we're beaten down and weary, sometimes we need to take a step back and breathe for a moment. God never gives us more than we can handle. Not only that, but if we have God on our side, we can handle anything that comes our way. He is our shelter and strength throughout it all. Even when we're in such a tired state, our attitude needs to change. We need to be able to say "God, I don't know what life is going to bring me today, but bring it my way because I know we'll handle this together". <br /><br />Bring the Rain: MercyMe (Album: Coming Up to Breathe)<br /><br />I can count a million times<br />People asking me how I<br />Can praise You with all that I've gone through<br />The question just amazes me<br />Can circumstances possibly<br />Change who I forever am in You<br />Maybe since my life was changed<br />Long before these rainy days<br />It's never really ever crossed my mind<br />To turn my back on you, oh Lord<br />My only shelter from the storm<br />But instead I draw closer through these times<br />So I pray<br /><br />Bring me joy, bring me peace<br />Bring the chance to be free<br />Bring me anything that brings You glory<br />And I know there'll be days<br />When this life brings me pain<br />But if that's what it takes to praise You<br />Jesus, bring the rain<br /><br />I am Yours regardless of<br />The dark clouds that may loom above<br />Because You are much greater than my pain<br />You who made a way for me<br />By suffering Your destiny<br />So tell me what's a little rain<br />So I pray<br /><br />Chorus<br /><br />Holy, holy, holy<br />Is the Lord God Almighty<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/e8HgAVenbUU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-68950287429100079872011-05-18T18:32:00.000-07:002011-05-18T18:39:45.026-07:00Place in this World, by Michael W. SmithLately, I've had to make a lot of tough decisions. Many things that have been happening in my life don't make sense to me. I think I have something figured out and then it gets turned upside down. I feel lost and confused, I don't know what to do. I try so hard to make the right choices, but I can't seem to find out where my place is in this world. I'm stuck between wanting to be an independent person and my own financial means.<br /><br />Even though I know there's a purpose for everything, I still can't help but ask why I have to be in this situation once more. I keep looking and hope that something will eventually become clear. However, I can't find God's plan looking through my eyes. I need His help.<br /><br />Place in this World: Michael W. Smith (Album: Go West Young Man)<br /><br />The wind is moving<br />But I am standing still<br />A life of pages<br />Waiting to be filled<br />A heart that's hopeful<br />A head that's full of dreams<br />But this becoming<br />Is harder than it seems<br />Feels like I'm<br /><br />Chorus:<br />Looking for a reason<br />Roaming through the night to find<br />My place in this world<br />My place in this world<br />Not a lot to lean on<br />I need Your light to help me find<br />My place in this world<br />My place in this world<br /><br />If there are millions<br />Down on their knees<br />Among the many<br />Can you still hear me<br />Hear me asking<br />Where do I belong<br />Is there a vision<br />That I can call my own<br />Show me I'm<br /><br />Chorus<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/LpXMnY_t03M" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-70783831257837072602011-05-17T17:24:00.000-07:002011-05-17T17:37:51.743-07:00You Know Where to Find Me, by Matthew WestAs our Father, Friend, Counselor, Comforter, and Keeper, God holds many titles. Though we don't always feel Him by our side, He is there. He's comforted us through our darkest times, led us through times of turmoil, and listened to all of our problems without complaint. However, we seem to take Him for granted.<br /><br />He is there no matter what and yet we blame Him when everything seems to go wrong in our lives, or when things we can't explain arise. No matter what we go through though, He promises that He is always by our side. We will always know where to find Him in our hour of need.<br /><br />You Know Where to Find Me: Matthew West (Album: Happy)<br /><br />I saw your sky fall down today <br />Suddenly turn from blue to gray <br />'Til one by one the raindrops <br />Turned to tears upon your face <br />Wish there was something I could do<br />Wish I could ease the pain from you <br />But I've never felt so helpless <br />It's like you're drowning right in front of me <br />And I'm reaching out but you can't see <br />There's something holding on to you so tight <br />So I guess this is all I'll say to you tonight <br /><br />If you ever need me <br />You know where to find me <br />I will be waiting <br />Where I've always been <br />If you ever need me <br />You know where to find me <br />I have never left you <br />I'm where I've always been <br />Right by your side <br />Right by your side <br /><br />If the whole wide world is on your back <br />If the strength you need is the strength you lack <br />If you're in a crowd but all alone <br />If you can't stay here but you can't go home <br />If you can't answer all the whys <br />'Cause you're too tired to reach that high <br />I want you to remember <br /><br />If you ever need me <br />You know where to find me <br />I will be waiting <br />Where I've always been <br />If you ever need me <br />You know where to find me <br />I have never left you <br />I'm where I've always been <br />Right by your side <br />Right by your side <br /><br />If the whole wide world is on your back <br />If the strength you need is the strength you lack <br />If you're in a crowd but all alone <br />If you can't stay here but you can't go home <br />If you can't answer all the why's <br />'Cause you're too tired to reach that high <br />I want you to <br />I need you to remember <br /><br />If you ever need me <br />You know where to find me <br />I will be waiting <br />Where I've always been <br />If you ever need me <br />You know where to find me <br />I have never left you <br />I'm where I've always been <br />Right by your side <br />Right by your side<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/CBRtfyRDfro" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-25864879564980961812011-05-16T20:29:00.000-07:002011-05-16T20:35:09.793-07:00House of Mirrors, by Tenth Avenue NorthLately, I've been struggling a lot with my body image and a lot of other personal issues. While at work one day, this song started playing and I was amazed that God knew exactly what I needed. I define myself too often by what the mirror reflects and not enough by what God thinks of me. It's going to be a struggle, but I need to throw the mirrors down and just let the fact that God loves, believes, and has set me free be enough.<br /><br />House of Mirrors: Tenth Avenue North (Album: Light Meets the Dark)<br />You can’t seem to see past your own reflection<br />Caught up in the halls of your introspection <br />And you’re staring at your mirror on the wall<br />Asking “who is the fairest of them all?”<br />‘Cause Lord I know, it’s not me<br />If only you could see <br />That you’ve already been set free<br /><br />Well come on, come on<br />Let’s throw our mirrors down<br />Yeah come on, come on<br />Let’s shatter the glass on the ground<br /><br />Well you say “hold on, if I could just try this one thing.<br />Well I know I can change and that would change everything”<br />But a house made of mirrors never helped you see any clearer<br />It’s yourself you can’t see past<br />And Lord, isn’t that just like me?<br />If only we could see, that He’s already set us free<br /><br />Well come on, come on<br />Let’s throw our mirrors down<br />Yeah come on, come on<br />Let’s shatter the glass on the ground<br /><br />Oh, oh<br />Freedom’s waiting for you now<br />So come on, come on<br />And throw your mirrors down<br /><br />Come on, if you’re tired take a step outside<br />You might find that you can forget about yourself tonight<br />Oh, come on if you’re tired of failed attempts to try<br />Freedom’s waiting when you look outside<br />Come on, if you’re tired take a step outside<br />You might find you can forget about yourself tonight<br />Yeah, come if you’re tired of your failed attempts to try<br />Freedom is waiting when you look outside<br /><br />Well come on, come on<br />Let’s throw our mirrors down<br />Yeah come on, come on<br />Let’s shatter the glass on the ground<br />Freedom’s waiting for you now<br />So come on, come on and throw your mirrors down<br /><br /><iframe width="480" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/JlqqlM-r6M8" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-5819621414471141832011-02-26T11:59:00.000-08:002011-02-26T12:19:35.587-08:00Bow the Knee, by Various ArtistsI remember when I first joined choir. It was a homeschool choir for Christians. It was after I went through a difficult time with my best friend. We were no longer speaking and everything in my life was different. I was hurt, angry, and barely holding on. My anger rested mostly with myself. I couldn't get past the fact that I had lost the one person I thought I could count on through anything in my life. I tried to find the answers, but I couldn't see them. Every day was difficult to go through and I excluded God from a lot of my life.<br /><br />Music was the one thing that I could rely on, but even then, it was not enough. I lost all passion and joy for something that I loved. I wanted to give up on everything. My mom tried to help me and put me in choir. I slowly started to get back the love that I had once felt for music. In the spring of that year, we sang this song. The lyrics were hard for me to swallow at first because I had done the opposite of this song. I fought so hard with what it was saying and what I should do. Eventually, I found comfort and peace in this song, something that had been rare for me to find.<br /><br />I hope you find peace and comfort in this song too. No matter what you're going through, there is hope for tomorrow and a God who loves us.<br /><br />Bow the Knee: Various Artists<br /><br />There are moments on our journey following the Lord<br />Where God illumines ev’ry step we take.<br />There are times when circumstances make perfect sense to us,<br />As we try to understand each move He makes.<br />When the path grows dim and our questions have no answers, turn to Him.<br /><br />Bow the knee;<br />Trust the heart of your Father when the answer goes beyond what you can see.<br />Bow the knee;<br />Lift your eyes toward heaven and believe the One who holds eternity.<br />And when you don’t understand the purpose of His plan,<br />In the presence of the King, bow the knee.<br /><br />There are days when clouds surround us, and the rain begins to fall,<br />The cold and lonely winds won’t cease to blow.<br />And there seems to be no reason for the suffering we feel;<br />We are tempted to believe God does not know.<br />When the storms arise, don’t forget we live by faith and not by sight.<br /><br />Bow the knee;<br />Trust the heart of your Father when the answer goes beyond what you can see.<br />Bow the knee;<br />Lift your eyes toward heaven and believe the One who holds eternity.<br />And when you don’t understand the purpose of His plan,<br />In the presence of the King, bow the knee.<br /><br /><br /><iframe title="YouTube video player" width="480" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/EuZltbXH9KQ" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-589884492268292742011-02-24T15:04:00.000-08:002011-02-24T15:21:58.459-08:00Always, by Building 429It's hard to see the good when everything around you is crumbling down. The blindness that our temporary problems cause cloud the glory of our Saviour and everything He's given to us. Our hurt and anger can cause us to lose sight of the future that we have ahead of us. Maybe it's that our lives haven't changed in years. We seem to be enduring the same pain as before. There seems to be no escape from the put that we're in. No matter how hard we try, we can't make it past a certain point. We're tired and weary and want to know why we're still here.<br /><br />Our lives were meant to be different. We have goals for ourselves, plans for a better future than the current place we're in. Yet, no matter what, it's not enough. We have things taken away from us for reasons we can't see. And we're left missing those tings dn wondering why this is happening to us. We're Christians, we have God on our side, but yet He feels so far away. We've tried hard to get ourselves away from the influences that bring us down, but find ourselves deeper than when we started. Nothing we do helps. So where is God in all of this?<br /><br />This song talks about how no matter the situation you're in, God is always there. It talks about how this person believes that our Saviour never fails. We often forget to believe that there is a better plan for us and that God is always there to help us. He's shaping our paths. We may miss the things we've lost. We may feel angry at a person, but He is still always there for us.<br /><br />Always: Building 429 (Album: Building 429)<br /><br />I was standing in the pouring rain one dark November night<br />Fighting off the bitter cold when she caught my eye<br />Her face was taut and her eyes were filled and to my surprise<br />She pulled out a photograph and my heart just stopped inside<br />She said, "He would have been three today. I miss his smile. I miss his face."<br />What was I supposed to say?<br /><br />But I believe always, always<br />Our savior never fails<br />Even when all hope is gone<br />God knows our pain <br />And His promise remains.<br />He will be with you always<br /><br />He was living in a broken world dreaming of a home<br />His heart was barely keeping pace when I found him all alone<br />Remembering the way he felt when his daddy said goodbye<br />Fighting just to keep the tears and the anger locked inside<br />He's barely holding on to faith <br />But deliverance is on its way<br /><br />'Cause I believe always, always<br />Our savior never fails.<br />Even when all hope is gone<br />God knows our pain <br />And His promise remains<br />He will be with you always<br /><br />Friend, I don't know where you are <br />And I don't know where you've been.<br />Maybe you're fighting for your life <br />Just about to throw the towel in, <br />But if you 're crying out for mercy <br />If there's no hope left at all<br />If you've given everything you've got<br />And you're still about to fall<br />Well hold on<br />Hold on<br />Hold on<br /><br />'Cause I believe always, always <br />Our savior never fails<br />Even when all faith is gone<br />God knows our pain<br />And His promise remains<br />Always. always<br />He will be with you always<br />He will be with you always<br />He will be with you<br /><br /><br /><iframe title="YouTube video player" width="480" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/BgC0NliAZYg" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-87130870787999399672011-02-19T11:42:00.000-08:002011-02-19T12:04:19.476-08:00What Life Would Be Like, by Big Daddy WeaveThis song has recently become one of my favorites. I've heard on the radio several times before and never thought much of it before. Now that I've paid more attention to it, I've found a fondness for it and the words that it's saying. The chorus is a reminder to me of what our God has done for us and how much He actually knows and cares. He didn't just do these things to show that He was God. He also did them because He loved people and wanted them to get better from their afflictions. He has given us everything. He holds nothing back from us. We are the ones who have withheld ourselves from Him.<br /><br />But in spite of everything, He still cares, knows, and wants us to be what we were meant to be.<br /><br />What Life Would Be Like: Big Daddy Weave (Album:)<br /><br />I wish I was more of a man<br />Have you ever felt that wa<br />And if I had to tell you the truth<br />I'm afraid I'd have to say<br />That after all I've done and failed to do<br />I feel like less than I was meant to be<br /><br /><br /><br />What if I could fix myself<br />Maybe then I could get free<br />I could try to be somebody else<br />Who's much better off than me<br />But I need to remember this<br />That it's when I'm at my weakest<br />I can clearly see<br /><br /><br /><br />He made the lame walk and the dumb talk<br />And He opened blinded eyes to see<br />That the sun rises on His time<br />Yet He knows our deepest desperate need<br />And the world waits while His heart aches<br />To realize the dream<br />I wonder what life would be like <br />if we let Jesus live through you and me<br /><br /><br /><br />What if you could see yourself thru another pair of eyes<br />What if you could hear the truth<br />Instead of old familiar lies<br />What if you could feel inside<br />The power of the hand that made the universe You'd realize<br /><br /><br />That He made the lame walk and the dumb talk<br />And He opened blinded eyes to see<br />That the sun rises on His time<br />Yet He knows our deepest desperate need<br />And the world waits while His heart aches<br />To realize the dream<br />I wonder what life would be like<br />if we let Jesus live through you and me<br /><br /><br /><br />Yeah, yeah<br /><br /><br /><br />All our hearts they burn within us<br />All our lives we've longed for more<br />So let us lay our lives before the one who gave His life for us<br /><br /><br /><br />He made the lame walk and the dumb talk<br />He opened blinded eyes to see<br />That the sun rises on His time<br />Yet He knows our deepest desperate need<br />And the world waits while His heart aches<br />To realize the dream<br />I wonder what life would be like<br />if we let Jesus live through you and me<br /><br /><br /><br />Yeah, yeah<br />Let Him live through you and me<br />Yeah, yeah<br /><br /><iframe title="YouTube video player" width="480" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/qdbPynNI9Xo" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-59173886014044449482011-02-07T20:41:00.000-08:002011-02-07T20:47:05.865-08:00Mirror, by Barlow GirlI have not felt good about myself this past week. I have felt far from beautiful, not just spiritually, but physically as well. The world defines us by how we look. We're all different in shapes and sizes. We're all different in shapes and how we look. However, we're all also beautiful. We may not feel it at that time, but we are beautiful. God made all things beautiful in His eyes and He finds no fault with us. He loves us no matter what we look like. He cares for us all the same.<br /><br />He won't leave us not matter what our physical appearance is. we define ourselves by physical beauty and by what the world counts as "beautiful", but we don't have to. God has made each of us in His image. He formed us perfectly and does everything He can to let us know that. The mirror doesn't define us. God does.<br /><br />Mirror: Barlow Girl (Album: Barlow Girl)<br /><br />Mirror, Mirror on the wall, Have I got it?<br />'Cause Mirror you've always told me who I am<br />I'm finding it's not easy to be perfect<br />So sorry you won't define me<br />Sorry you don't own me<br /><br />Who are you to tell me<br />That I'm less than what I should be?<br />Who are you? Who are you?<br />I don't need to listen<br />To the list of things I should do<br />I won't try, I won't try<br /><br />Mirror I am seeing a new reflection<br />I'm looking into the eyes<br />of He who made me<br />And to Him I have beauty beyond compare<br />I know He defines me (Yeah)<br /><br />Who are you tell me<br />that I'm less than what I should be<br />Who are you?<br />Who are you? (Yeah)<br />I don't need to listen<br />To the list of things I should do<br />I won't try, no, I won't try<br /><br />You don't define me (You don't define me) [x4]<br /><br />Who are you to tell me<br />That I'm less than what I should be<br />Who are you?<br />Who are you?<br />Yeah!<br />I don't need to listen<br />To the list of things I should do<br />I won't try, no, I won't try<br />Yeah<br /><br />Who are you to tell me<br />That I'm less than what I should be<br />Who are you?<br />Who are you?<br />Yeah<br />I don't need to listen<br />To the list of things I should do<br />I won't try, no, I won't try<br /><br /><iframe title="YouTube video player" width="480" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/dsptGe50J40" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-27433008387380684852011-02-07T20:30:00.001-08:002011-02-07T20:40:29.805-08:00Amazing Grace, My Chains Are Gone, Chris TomlinRecently, I've felt as though I've had things that are holding me back. It seems like the more I try to put myself out there and try to be real with people, the more I am afraid to do so. I try my best at work, at being sister, at being a girlfriend, at being a friend, at being a daughter, but it's not enough. My own fears and insecurities are my chains. They're holding me back from trying. I never want to be afraid to be myself. I don't want to hide who I am because the chains shackle me.<br /><br />The chains, however, don't define me or bind me. They are gone because Christ broke through them with His blood. I know all of this? So why is it that I still continue to let them hold me back? Why do I let them define me? Because I'm human. I can't do everything on my own. I need God's help through this. Chris Tomlin wrote about how our God and Saviour set us free in this song. It's a great reminded to me in my time of need.<br /><br />Amazing Grace, My Chains Are Gone: Chris Tomlin<br /><br />Amazing grace<br />How sweet the sound<br />That saved a wretch like me<br />I once was lost, but now I'm found<br />Was blind, but now I see<br />'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear<br />And grace my fears relieved<br />How precious did that grace appear<br />The hour I first believed<br /><br />(Chorus)<br />My chains are gone<br />I've been set free<br />My God, my Savior has ransomed me<br />And like a flood His mercy rains<br />Unending love, Amazing grace<br /><br />The Lord has promised good to me<br />His word my hope secures<br />He will my shield and portion be<br />As long as life endures<br /><br />(chorus)<br /><br />The earth shall soon dissolve like snow<br />The sun forbear to shine<br />But God, Who called me here below<br />Will be forever mine<br />Will be forever mine<br />You are forever mine<br /><br /><iframe title="YouTube video player" width="480" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Jbe7OruLk8I" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-75238915651184061032011-01-18T21:16:00.000-08:002011-01-18T21:24:58.371-08:00In Christ Alone, Various ArtistsThis song is one of my favorites. It has been a constant remind to me over the years that there is onky one place where hope and comfort comes from. There's only one God who can overcome death and keeps us from that very fate. No matter what you're going through, place your trust in Christ alone. He'll help you through each day. He'll give you the strength. He'll give you the hope. He keeps giving you a tomorrow.<br /><br />In Christ alone my hope is found<br />He is my light, my strength, my song<br />This Cornerstone, this solid ground<br />Firm through the fiercest drought and storm<br /><br />What heights of love, what depths of peace<br />When fears are stilled, when strivings cease<br />My Comforter, my All in All<br />Here in the love of Christ I stand<br /><br />In Christ alone, who took on flesh<br />Fullness of God in helpless Babe<br />This gift of love and righteousness<br />Scorned by the ones He came to save<br /><br />'Til on that cross as Jesus died<br />The wrath of God was satisfied<br />For every sin on Him was laid<br />Here in the death of Christ I live, I live<br /><br />There in the ground His body lay<br />Light of the world by darkness slain<br />Then bursting forth in glorious Day<br />Up from the grave He rose again<br /><br />And as He stands in victory<br />Sin's curse has lost its grip on me<br />For I am His and He is mine<br />Bought with the precious blood of Christ<br /><br />No guilt in life, no fear in death<br />This is the power of Christ in me<br />From a life?'s first cry to final breath<br />Jesus commands my destiny<br /><br />No power of hell, no scheme of man<br />Could ever pluck me from His hand<br />'Til He returns or calls me home<br />Here in the power of Christ I stand<br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/_ApS9W26eDs?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/_ApS9W26eDs?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-7812285854794709012011-01-17T21:14:00.000-08:002011-01-17T21:24:54.538-08:00For the Beauty of the Earth, Various ArtistsThis year in community choir, we're singing a variation of this song. We sang it a couple of years ago when I was in the regular choir and I didn't like the song at first. However, the more time I've had to reflect on the words, the more I love this song. It's a simple reminder that we need to praise God for all the things that He's given us. It can be from just Him providing us with a blanket to Him giving us a second chance at life.<br /><br />I hope you all remember this week the great things that God has given you. From your beauty, grace, and talents, I praise God that you are here and that He made you.<br /><br />For the Beauty of the Earth: Various Artists<br /><br />For the beauty of the earth,<br />For the beauty of the skies,<br />For the love which from our birth<br />Over and around us lies,<br />Lord of all, to thee we raise<br />This our grateful hymn of praise.<br /><br />For the beauty of each hour<br />Of the day and of the night,<br />Hill and vale, and tree and flower,<br />Sun and moon and stars of light,<br />Lord of all, to thee we raise<br />This our grateful hymn of praise.<br /><br />For the joy of human love,<br />Brother, sister, parent, child,<br />Friends on earth, and friends above,<br />Pleasures pure and undefiled,<br />Lord of all, to thee we raise<br />This our grateful hymn of praise.<br /><br />For each perfect gift of thine,<br />To our race so freely given,<br />Graces human and divine,<br />Flowers of earth and buds of heaven,<br />Lord of all, to thee we raise<br />This our grateful hymn of praise.<br /><br />For thy Church which evermore<br />Lifteth holy hands above,<br />Offering up on every shore<br />Her pure sacrifice of love,<br />Lord of all, to thee we raise<br />This our grateful hymn of praise.<br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/tMJSr9wFAHY?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/tMJSr9wFAHY?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-36131985751414974912011-01-14T11:05:00.000-08:002011-01-14T11:12:00.397-08:00More, by Matthew WestThis song is very precious to me. It is a great reminder about how God loves us more than anything else He created. I often forget that God loved me enough to send His son to die for me. I also forget that He continues to love me throughout everything I've ever done. He's already chosen us and paid the ultimate price for us. We could come from the worst of backgrounds, commit the vilest of sins and He would still love us.<br /><br />More: Matthew West (Album: Happy)<br /><br />Take a look at the mountain <br />Stretching a mile high <br />Take a look at the ocean <br />Far as your eye can see <br />And think of me <br /><br />Take a look at the desert <br />Do you feel like a grain of sand? <br />I am with you wherever <br />Where you go is where I am <br />And I'm always thinking of you <br />Take a look around you <br />I'm spelling it out one by one <br /><br />I love you more than the sun <br />And the stars that I taught how to shine <br />You are mine and you shine for me too<br />I love you <br />Yesterday <br />And today <br />And tomorrow <br />I'll say it again and again <br />I love you more <br /><br />Just a face in the city <br />Just a tear on a crowded street <br />But you are one in a million <br />And you belong to me <br />And I want you to know <br />I'm not letting go <br />Even when you come undone <br /><br />I love you more than the sun <br />And the stars that I taught how to shine <br />You are mine and you shine for me too <br />I love you <br />Yesterday <br />And today <br />And tomorrow <br />I'll say it again and again <br />I love you more <br />I love you more <br /><br />Shine for me <br />Shine for me <br />Shine on, shine on <br />Shine for me <br /><br />I love you more than the sun <br />And the stars that I taught how to shine <br />You are mine and you shine for me too <br />I love you <br />Yesterday <br />And today <br />And tomorrow <br />I'll say it again and again <br />I love you more<br /><br />I love you more than the sun <br />And the stars that I taught how to shine <br />You are mine and you shine for me too<br />I love you <br />Yesterday <br />And today <br />Through the joy <br />And the pain <br />I say it again and again <br />I love you more <br />I love you more<br /><br />And I see you<br />And I made you <br />And I love you more than you can imagine<br />More than you can fathom <br />I love you more than the sun <br />And you shine for me <br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/mITRKCDel44?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/mITRKCDel44?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-69627141868298466482011-01-07T21:08:00.000-08:002011-01-07T21:26:44.168-08:00Before the Morning, by Josh WilsonThis song has a lot of good memories attached to it. This past summer, I attended the CleanPlace Moot and we had a talent night. I selected this song to sing. I knew many people hadn't heard this song, but I knew it was one that people there needed to hear. I had one particular person that I wanted to hear this song.<br /><br />On CleanPlace, there is this one amazing girl. She's a college student who works so hard and does so much for those around her. She has a wonderful heart and a real passion for music. I know that she gets tired and discouraged throughout the year.<br /><br />There are many obstacles in our lives, but that doesn't mean we no longer have a reason to sing. We still have a reason to dream and hope. The pain that we expereince cannot compare to what god has in store for us. While it's hard to go through each day, we have to hold on to the light. 'Cause when we lose that light, we'll find it more difficult to find out way back toward it.<br /><br />So Elraen, whenever I play this song, I always think of you. I'm always praying for you and hope that you remember you have a reason. Don't ever give up. :)<br /><br />Before the Morning: Josh Wilson (Album: Life is Not a Snapshot)<br /><br />Do you wonder why you have to,<br />feel the things that hurt you,<br />if there's a God who loves you,<br />where is He now?<br /><br />Maybe, there are things you can't see<br />And all those things are happening<br />To bring a better ending<br />Some day, some how, you'll see, you'll see<br /><br />Chorus:<br />Would dare you, would you dare, to believe,<br />That you still have a reason to sing,<br />'Cause the pain you've been feeling,<br />Can't compare to the joy that's coming<br />So hold on, you got to wait for the light<br />Press on, just fight the good fight<br />Because the pain you've been feeling, <br />It's just the dark before the morning<br /><br />My friend, you know how this all ends<br />And you know where you're going,<br />You just don't know how you get there<br />So say a prayer.<br />And hold on, cause there's good who love God,<br />Life is not a snapshot, it might take a little time,<br />But you'll see the bigger picture<br /><br />Would dare you, would you dare, to believe,<br />That you still have a reason to sing,<br />'Cause the pain you've been feeling,<br />Can't compare to the joy that's coming<br />So hold on, you got to wait for the light<br />Press on, just fight the good fight<br />Because the pain you've been feeling, <br />It's just the dark before the morning<br />yeah, yeah,<br />before the morning,<br />yeah, yeah<br /><br />Once you feel the way of glory,<br />All your pain will fade to memory<br />once you feel the way of glory,<br />All your pain will fade to memory<br />memory, memory, yeah<br /><br />Would dare you, would you dare to believe,<br />that you still have a reason to sing,<br />'cause the pain you've been feeling,<br />can't compare to the joy that's coming<br /><br />Would dare you, would you dare to believe,<br />That you still have a reason to sing,<br />'Cause the pain you've been feeling,<br />Can't compare to the joy that's coming<br />Come on, you got to wait for the light<br />Press on, just fight the good fight<br />Because the pain you've been feeling,<br />It's just the hurt before the healing<br /><br />The pain you've been feeling,<br />Is just the dark before the morning<br />Before the morning, yeah, yeah<br />Before the morning<br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/oZDQzR8LK-c?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/oZDQzR8LK-c?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-21368161808687284052011-01-05T22:26:00.000-08:002011-01-05T22:35:06.746-08:00My Help Comes From the Lord, The MuseumI rarely hear this song on the radio, but when I do, I am always in awe of the lyrics, especially in the chorus. It always seems that I hear this song when I need the reminder the most. My help comes from the Lord. God is always there for me and He's always there to help me. He's the one who helps me and never wants to hinder me. He wants the best for me and wants me to succeed. I forget that all too often and I'm grateful for reminders like this to get me through each day.<br /><br />My Help Comes From the Lord: The Museum (Album: My Help Comes From the Lord)<br />When sorrows come and hope seems gone<br />You’re the Rock I rest upon<br />When waters rise and I can’t breathe<br />You’re the love that rescues me <br /><br />Out of the darkness<br />I lift up my eyes<br />Unto the hills<br />I feel my faith rise <br /><br />Chorus <br /><br />Maker of heaven, giver of life<br />You are my strength, my song in the night<br />My refuge, my shelter<br />Now and forevermore<br />My help comes from the Lord <br /><br />When I’m broken, scarred by sin<br />Death gives way to life again<br />When I suffer, when I’m bound<br />In You I’m free, in You I’m found <br /><br />Out of the darkness<br />I lift up my eyes<br />Unto the hills<br />I feel my faith rise <br /><br />Chorus <br /><br />Maker of heaven, giver of life<br />You are my strength<br />You’re my refuge<br />Now and forevermore <br /><br />Chorus <br /><br />My help comes from the Lord<br />My help comes from the Lord <br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/MecgrJvbk24?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/MecgrJvbk24?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1694371117958911958.post-37798620056273318142010-12-30T13:59:00.000-08:002010-12-30T14:24:24.806-08:00Homesick, by MercyMeOn December 28th, 2010, my uncle passed away. He struggled with cancer for ten years and went in his sleep. The song that immediately came to mind was "Homesick". The band had lost eight people close to them in six weeks. This song is more a reminder to us to bring us comfort. I remember crying the first time I heard this song because I knew that people needed to hear the song. I share this with you now as a reminder to myself that there's always hope.<br /><br />Homesick: MercyMe (Album: Various Albums)<br /><br />You're in a better place, I've heard a thousand times<br />And at least a thousand times I've rejoiced for you<br />But the reason why I'm broken, the reason why I cry<br />Is how long must I wait to be with you<br /><br />I close my eyes and I see your face<br />If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place<br />Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow<br />I've never been more homesick than now<br /><br />Help me Lord cause I don't understand your ways<br />The reason why I wonder if I'll ever know<br />But, even if you showed me, the hurt would be the same<br />Cause I'm still here so far away from home<br /><br />I close my eyes and I see your face<br />If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place<br />Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow<br />I've never been more homesick than now<br /><br />In Christ, there are no goodbye<br />And in Christ, there is no end<br />So I'll hold onto Jesus with all that I have<br />To see you again<br />To see you again<br /><br />And I close my eyes and I see your face<br />If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place<br />Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow<br />Won't you give me strength to make it through somehow<br />Won't you give me strength to make it through somehow<br /><br />I've never been more homesick than now <br /><br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/g3k1rJOQPdY?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/g3k1rJOQPdY?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object>Yukiohhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16312751368647258695noreply@blogger.com0