70’s Misc. Music Made New

How Long Ace eagerly anticipates Jesus’ return © 2001 by David J. Landegent

How long– until Your Kingdom comes? How long– until Your Kingdom comes?

Oh the End is a Blessed Invasion When You’re comin’ to claim the redeemed So I can’t help but offer petitions When I pray “Maranatha” and plead All the saints will be gathered ascending To greet You with singing and praise And there ain’t any use in pretending It could happen to us any day

chorus, interlude, verse 1, chorus How long? How long– until Your Kingdom comes? How long? How long– until Your Kingdom comes? How long? How long– until Your Kingdom comes?

We’ve Got to Get it on Again Addrisi Brothers need to find their first love © 2001 by David J. Landegent

Ooh, ooh, ooh~ ooh, ooh, ooh~ Ooh, ooh, ooh~ ooh, ooh, ooh We never talk – there was a time When there weren't enough words to pray We never come – but I remember When I couldn't keep myself away The thrill is gone, there's no desire Lord, You’ve GOT to send the fire

We've got to turn around again Trust in You forever Learn to love again You ARE the Way of Life O Lord, we’ve got to turn around again Live for You forever Call on You again To keep our faith alive

Ooh, ooh, ooh~ We never laugh We used to know so many happy songs We never live In the celebrative way that used to spur me on Once there fire in our lives In the dark, we used to shine

chorus

Ooh, ooh, ooh~ ooh, ooh, ooh~

Ooh, ooh, ooh~ Once there was fire in our lives In the dark, we used to shine

chorus twice…

Feelings Morris Albert lives by faith, not feelings © 2001 by David J. Landegent

Feelings – if I live by feelings Then I’ll soon forget– what’s – really a-bove If I’m – overlooking Your grace Then I’ll soon forget– what’s – really a-bove

Feel-ings – I’ve run my life by feelings But now– that I have met– You, Lord On You I can– depend Feel-ings – faith’s more than feel-ings Faith’s more than feel-ings You’re here in my heart

Feelings – here or not, I’m gon–na trust You Cuz really, Lord, Your Word– is so true You’re here in my heart

chorus a Feelings – here or not, I’m gon–na trust You Cuz really, Lord, Your Word– is so true You’re here in my life

chorus b twice…

Tighter, Tighter Alive & Kickin’ celebrates the one God © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

You are my God, Jehovah You know that I adore Ya You have given such a beautiful freedom Jehovah, You are the Lord God We won’t – ever let go now You’re our Savior and we’ll worship You only

Our Lord – our Lord Jehovah is one and holy We love Him so much with our heart and soul That’s our goal Our Lord – our Lord Jehovah is one and holy

Thrown away my idols Open up my eyes, and Just observe – all His commands~ Savior, You are the Lord God We won’t – ever let go now You’re our Savior and we’ll worship You only

interlude, chorus, verse 2

Third Rate Romance Amazing Rhythm Aces hear the Great Commission © 2001 by David J. Landegent

Standing on the Mount of Olives Near the time of Pentecost They were asking when the Kingdom comes He was telling His disciples of What God would do “God has called, you must tell them all The Good News of the cross By His po-WER you’ll talk about it When the Spirit of the Lord’s poured out You’ll tell the News” And then, Jesus – vanished from sight In the air He flew To the nations, go and share the News He said, “I’ll even be with you forever Yes, I’ll BE with you” To the nations, go and share the News

interlude Well, they TOOK to heart What Jesus remarked And they went to pray They went to Jerusalem They’re waiting for a Power within They’re waiting on the Lord Then they asked to– be blest And made a request – for the Spirit of life In ten days – they were set free – He blew – in like a breeze A po-wer from the Lord They kept saying, I’ve never really seen this kind of thing– before, Have you?” To the nations, go and share the News And they said, “What we have We’re comin’ to share– with you” To the nations, go and share the News To the nations, go and share the News To the nations, go and share the News

Rose Garden Lynn Anderson knows the value of suffering © 2001 by David J. Landegent

I beg your pardon He never promised you a rose garden Along with the sunshine There's gotta be a little rain some time

Though He takes, He’s gonna give So live and let Him, and let go~~ I beg your pardon

He never promised you a rose garden He could promise you things Like big diamond rings But you’ll find much better Hopes in what the Lord has ordered So you better think it over Well, if wishin’ would do Then dreams would come true We would hand you the world right now On a silver platter But what really matters

So smile in your trials and don’t be sorry God has the power to make you jolly God above is there for good times and for bad

chorus a, brief interlude

I beg your pardon He never promised you a rose garden He could take away gloom And promise you the moon But the Lord’s got a plan to mold you Your sufferin’– helps you grow It’s the ONE thing He wants you to know And when the water’s gettin’ deep You’re safe in His keep For the Lord always is present there To pull you out And I know what I’m talkin’ about

chorus baa…

Having My Baby Paul Anka thanks the compassionate Savior © 2001 by David J. Landegent

Compassionate Savior You’re the only Way I’m seein’ how much You love me Compassionate Savior You’re the only Way I’m seein’ what You’re thinkin’ of me

I can see it – Your grace is showin’ I can see it in Your eyes, I'm happy to know it

O compassionate Savior You're the Lord that I love And I love what You’re doin' to me Compassionate Savior You're the Lord that I love And I love what’s showin’ through me

You live inside me – my faith is showin’ Whoa, I see Your light, O Savior Now my faith is growin’ And I’m happy to know it

chorus 2

Didn't have to reach me Didn’t have to do it You came and sacrificed Your life And You came to do it, oh You came to do it

chorus 2

Compassionate Savior (compassionate Savior) You’re the only Way I’m seein’ how much You love me Compassionate Savior (compassionate Savior) You're the Lord that I love And I love what’s showin’ through me

Joy Apollo 100 sings Psalm 100 © 2001 by David J. Landegent

intro and 4 rounds of the theme

Shout – for joy – O all – the earth

2 rounds of the theme and some extra guitar break and sax break

Come bless the Lord, enter His gates And praise His name–

2 rounds of theme, descending strings 2 rounds of theme

Know– that– the Lord– is God– He– made us– and we– belong– Come– before– His courts– with praise– For– the Lord– is good– always!

Hold Your Head Up Argent meets Luke 21:28 © 1997 by David J. Landegent

No matter what, Don’t let it get you down, you can take it And if it hurts, Then you can call on Christ, you can make it

Lift your head up, oh Lift your head up, oh Lift your head up, oh Redemption is nigh (repeat)

He’s everywhere, Just open up your eyes to His moving And if you doubt, Repent and change the things that you’re doing

verse 2, chorus twice

The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down Joan Baez cries, “Babylon is fallen” (Rev. 17-19) © 2001 by David J. Landegent

Se-ven angels who came Here to pour ho-ly wrath on men They showed a vision again A harlot who lived in sin She’s a city, and full of pride All the merchants– needed her to survive The kings adored– her riches and wealth And how they cried– When they heard that harlot fell–

They cried– for fallen Babylon And all the world was weeping They cried– for fallen Babylon But all believers were singin’ They went – Lord, hallelu~jah Glory to God, and worship Him above

Babylon’s full of adultery Of splendor and luxury She’s so full of greed Hurt all the ones in need The incense, wine, and costly wood The silver– and material goods The cattle and sheep, the very best But they’ve forever– forsaken the way that’s blest

chorus If you’re hearin’ my story Heed the Lord’s commands And give the Father the glory And flee the rebel’s land Well, if you leave that scene, you’ll be saved Cuz the City is head–in’ for the grave When God comes to judge, the sinners weep When He COMES again, look up See the Victory

chorus

You Can’t Judge a Book by Looking at the Cover Long John Baldry judges not © 2001 by David J. Landegent

That’s nice, yeah, alright, hm-m With the drums now, yeah, alright, yeah Do it boys, yeah Aw you can’t judge an apple By looking at the tree You can’t judge the honey By looking at a bee

You can’t judge a daughter By looking at the mother You can’t judge a book by– looking at the cover

Well’a – can’t you see, oh wow How you misjudged me I know I – look’a like a stranger, but’a I’m your brother, well you Can’t judge a book by– looking at the cover

Now you – can’t judge the speckle With sticks in your eyes You can’t judge what’s folly If you think you’re so wise You can’t judge a sister By looking at the brother You can’t judge a book by– looking at the cover

chorus, interlude Well you, can’t judge a hymn by All the singers of the song You can’t judge the right, if You can’t tell the wrong You can’t judge with love if You’re looking down on others You can’t judge a book by looking at the cover

chorus No, you – can’t judge the needy By looking down your nose You can’t judge who is wrong by The way they wear their clothes You can’t judge all the lost When they’re lying in the gutter You can’t judge a book by looking at the cover

chorus I’m trying to get out of my cover now Before you start judging my book C’mon, c’mon, c’mon, c’mon C’mon, c’mon, c’mon, c’mon

Up on Cripple Creek The Band is full of Jesus freaks © 2002 by David J. Landegent

When Christ spoke up on the mountain You know– He said where to go From here to the nations on the edges Gotta let– the people know We’re all like missionaries Gotta tell the world the holy news He told us to evangelize It’s the very least we could do

I’m a Jesus freak – He sends me If I’m feelin’ weak – He mends me I just gotta speak – He defends me

I’ve been redeemed by the heavenly-sent Son Good News had just claimed me, To the nations I did go I went cuz I’m born again And I got all my brothers in tow God has shown his favor The vict’ry had been won So turn back– from sin and get back on track Turn now – to the Son

chorus I turned from all of my sinning, And I got a lotta blessings back The Lord– of love is givin’ me His grace I just had to laugh Now there's one thing in the whole wide world, I sure would like to see That's when my neighbors start to find Livin’ for eternity

chorus Now me and my mates were get-tin’ so slack We had been like stumblin’ blocks We said, “We can’t stay the way we’ve been No, we gotta walk the talk” Now, God just gave our heart a start So we got up– on our feet And the Lord, well He filled our empty souls We’ll take it to the streets

chorus, interlude There's a world out there callin’ FOR ya It’s a world that’s freezing cold But we’re walk–in’ on the road We’re tryin’ to save some souls So I guess, I’ll call out to the masses Tell em Christ– will come again And you know, deep down, I gotta tell ‘em To come and be forgiven of sin

chorus

The Last Song Edward Bear gives a final altar call on the last verse © 2002 by David J. Landegent

Even though the world’s asleep He leaves the Light~ on Hoping you’d wake up to know The way back home – yet today Though the years– went– by– Yet still His Light’s on This is hard for me to say But now’s the time, so don’t delay

It's the last call– the Lord’s invi–ting you It’s the last time so I’ll tell you

Just how much – He really cares This is the last call~ the Lord will give to you You can come into the Light And the Lord– is– there– Cuz He loves– you – oh yes, it’s true Yes, it’s true

All the times that you spent waiting Wandering from the Lord (the Lord) Always knew the time would come When you would start – to wonder why Now the time is here I don't know where you are (you are) So I’ll give you one more call But it’s the last time that I’ll try

chorus a – mmm

It's the last call– the Lord’s inviting you. It's the last call– the Lord’s inviting you. It's the last call– the Lord’s inviting you. It's the last call– the Lord’s inviting you…

My Angel Baby Toby Beau knows his only comfort in life and death © 2002 by David J. Landegent

I’ve seen trouble when something's just not right Grief and mourning – I’ve cried and cried all night You came and comforted this soul in plight

You healed my broken heart When I seek, then I will find You never will depart You have even changed my mind

And You're my– Holy Savior Yes, You're my– Holy Savior Oh, You're my– Holy Savior For the rest of my life

I can remember how it used– to be? Nothing was easy when I followed only me But now I’ve found Your love and now I find

You healed my broken heart You have even changed my mind chorus b, interlude, chorus a But you're my– Holy Savior For the rest of my life (Holy Savior) – the rest of my life– (Holy Savior – Holy Savior) The rest of my life (Holy Savior) – the rest of my life

Let Your Love Flow Bellamy Brothers becomes springs of living water © 1999 by David J. Landegent

There’s a reason – for the sunshiny sky And there’s a reason – why I’m feeling so high I turn to Jesus — cuz His love light shines all

around us You know He’s healin’ – heals you deep inside And He’s revealin’ — no, His love can’t hide And He’s appealin’ — through the darkest nights To your spirit

Just let His love flow, Like a mountain stream And let His love go, And the lost are redeemed And let His love show, And you’ll know what I mean, He’s the reason Let His love fly, like a bird on the wing And let His love bind you, to our King of Kings And let His love shine & you’ll know what I mean, He’s the reason

There’s a reason — for the warm, sweet nights And there’s a reason — for the candlelight Just turn to Jesus – cuz His love light shines All around us Be filled with wonder — at His holy grace Nothing will sunder — His love will embrace Just feel the thunder, as He shows His face, He won’t hold back

chorus twice

Stay Awhile The Bells are in awe of God’s love © 2002 by David J. Landegent

There is a love– so deep That holds– those who are down There is a love– that keeps Everywhere the lost are being found

Lord of earth– and heaven Lord of sea– and sky With awesome love, He has forgiven I’m blest to– know the Savior’s reconciled

He comes to– the world – from on High He drops His role as the Lord And He reaches for the lost, one and all In the darkness, He is searchin’ once more

chorus, interlude, chorus twice The Savior’s reconciled Yeah, it’s time for me to pray

Rainy Night in Georgia Brook Benton offers up a lament © 2002 by David J. Landegent

Hoverin' by my suitcase, Tryin' to find a warm place to spend the night Heavy rain fallin', Seems I hear Your voice callin' "It's all right."

A rainy night in Georgia, A rainy night in Georgia Lord, I believe it's rainin' all over the world I feel like it's rainin' all over the world

Neon signs a’flashin', Taxi cabs and buses passin' through the night A distant moanin' of a train Seems to play a sad refrain to the night

But it’s a rainy night in Georgia, Such a rainy night in Georgia Lord, I believe it's rainin' all over the world I feel like it's rainin' all over the world

How many times– I wondered I still– all out Your name~ No matter – how you look at it or think of it It's life and you just got to pray the same

interlude I find me a place in a box car, So I take my guitar to pass some time Late at night when it's hard to rest I bow my head down to my chest and I feel fine

But it's a rainy night in Georgia, Savior, it's a rainy night in Georgia Lord, I believe it's rainin' all over the world Kinda lonely, Savior It’s rainin’ all over the world

Rainin’, rainin’, rainin', rainin' Rainin’, rainin’, rainin', rainin' Rainin’, rainin’, rainin', rainin' Rainin’, rainin’, rainin', rainin' Rainin’ – all over the world

Fooled Around and Fell in Love Elvin Bishop fell from the Lord © 2002 by David J. Landegent

I must have told you of how I served the Lord I loved Him and I’d lean on His throne I said a prayer– and read the Bible through

The Word was like gold– to my soul

But then I fooled around and fell from God I fooled around and fell from God, Since I left the Savior I fooled around and fell – from God I fooled around and fell from God

interlude – oh– oh– interlude

Free – with the Lord, that's the way I used to be But since I left the Savior, sin’s got a hold on me

(Fooled around and fell from God) Ooh, sin’s got a hold on me now (Fooled around and fell from God) I– can't get back to the Savior (Fooled around and fell – from God) I can't stop fallin’ from God (Fooled around and fell from God)

(Fooled around and fell from God) I fooled around, I fooled around, I fooled around, I fooled around (Fooled around and fell from God) I fooled around, I fooled around And fell from God (Fooled around and fell from God) I fooled around, I fooled around, I fooled around, I fooled around (Fooled around and fell from God) I fooled around, I fooled around And fell from God…

On and On Stephen Bishop echoes Philippians 3 © 2002 by David J. Landegent

Though some will brag about it Of– their circumcision Find– their glory in the – Hebrew law Though– it’s true – I could boast like they can All– my righteousness could never - help me stand

Pressin’ on – yes, I’m climbin’ higher Energized by the Spirit’s fire Pressin’ on, on and on, on and on

My– credentials are just Tossed out as worthless I– will put ‘em in the – garbage can For the – great–est matter Is to know Jesus Christ In Him we’re righteous and justified

chorus Leave those – past times – all behind And strain toward what’s ahead Cuz the goal is – to know Him

Toward– the light, press on to win the prize~

brief interlude Want to – come to the Savior Get to know all I can Re–surrection power – helps me stand And the – fellow–ship of how He suffered for me Give Him my heart and follow His plan

chorus On and on, on and on, on and on On and on, on and on, on and on–

Train Train Blackfoot stop passing the buck © 2002 by David J. Landegent

That blame– game Passin’ the buck all around Blame– game Lord– get me off merry-go-rounds Oh, for those who make confession Lord– they’re heaven-bound Well, I’ll leave– ‘em here Let my iniquities all go Lord, I’ll leave– ‘em here Let my iniquities all go Well, the moment that I leave ‘em Lord– You’ll make me whole

interlude So goodbye– to the devil Make me, Lord– a holy man Goodbye– to– the devil Oh, make me, Lord– a holy man And I won’t pass the buck to others Lord– lead me in Your plan Oh– I won’t pass the buck to others Lord– lead me in Your plan Oh, take the blame, will ya

D.O.A. Bloodrock faces death with the Lord © 2002 by David J. Landegent

Laying here looking at the ceiling Someone lays a sheet across my chest Something warm is flowing down my fingers Pain is flowing all through my back I try to move my arm and there's no feeling And when I look, I see there's nothing there I seek the light of God though I am bleeding The Lord I know will hear my every prayer

I– remember I won’t die alone I look to the Lord in prayer I– remember I won’t die alone I look to the Lord in prayer

Then – I looked straight at Jesus standing His grace – and love is there for me He bends – and whispers something softly He says – my home waits for me

chorus Life – is flowing out my body I am going home in the Light The Lamb will welcome me, when I’m dying God in Heaven gives eternal life

chorus

Natural High Bloodstone loves the Lord © 2002 by David J. Landegent

Why shouldn’t I keep my mind On You all the time? And I just wanna know You (want to know You) Why shouldn’t I feel this way? Thinking about You ev-er-y day And I just wanna know You (want to know You) Sheltered by Your arms Shielded from every harm

And I’ll lift You on high, supernaturally high Lovin’ You, Lord, past the day I die Lift You on high, supernaturally high Loving You, Lord–

When You have anything to do Call me and I will do it for You And I just wanna know You (want to know You) Since I only have one life to give That life to You, O Lord, I give Forever, every day (want to know You) When I see You callin’ me My heart will repeat

chorus a, interlude I– will abide in You Do the things You want me to do If You just give the command (want to know You) Lord– You can make something Out of nothing And I just wanna know You (want to know You) Sheltered by Your arms Shielded from every harm

chorus a

Lift You on high, supernaturally high Lovin’ You, Lord, past the day I die Lift You on high, supernaturally high Loving, loving You chorus b

Montego Bay Bobby Bloom reads Romans 13: 8-14 © 1999 by David J. Landegent

We know that the time is short, the Lord’s at hand The ho-ur has come to follow His commands Awake from your slumber; walk the narrow way The night’s nearly over in the light of Day

Sing out: Halle-lujah, singin’ hallelu Halle-lujah, singin’ hallelu Walk in the light (light) Walk in the light of the Day Halle-lujah, singin’ hallelu

So treat others decent like a brother would And wear holy armor, leave the dark for good Avoid what the sinners do and stay awake You thirst to be living in the light of Day

chorus, interlude So love every neighbor, every chance you can For love is a debt you owe to every man Be clothed with the Savior; He’s the only Way And leave deeds of darkness for the light of Day

chorus Dance in the streets

Ride Captain Ride Blues Image become disciples by the Sea of Galilee © 1998 by David J. Landegent

Seventy-two disciples on a Galilean day Set off on a trip and here’s what they have to say, “Callin’ everyone to come along, followin’ the Lord We can give our lives away and be free once more” Few men heard them calling, few men came at all Cuz they were too busy hiding be-hind hardened

walls See the movement growing, out of the gospel seed Seventy-two men change the course of history

Guide, Jesus, guide, us in discipleship We’re amazed by the friends We have here on this trip Guide, Jesus, guide, us in discipleship On our way to a world That others have dismissed

interlude, verse 1, chorus aba

Hooked on a Feeling Blue Swede is Hooked on a Feeling of faith © 1999 by David J. Landegent

Hallelujah, to Jehovah Hallelujah, to Jehovah Hallelujah, to Jehovah Hallelujah, to Jehovah chorus a continues up to the chorus

I can’t stop believing, You’re inside of me Lord, I’ve come to realize, what You mean to me When You show me, that You are the Light You let me know, everything’s alright

I— know You’re revealing The Word I’m believing O Lord, Your love for me

Wisdom sweet as candy; The taste renews my mind Lord, You’ve got me thirsty, For Your presence – all divine Got the News from You, Lord, And I can see the cure I’ll just stay reflecting, on Your Holy Word Help me, good Lord, when You’re on the throne See me come, Lord, when You lead me on

chorus b, interlude, verse 3 (with chorus a), chorus b thrice

Beautiful Sunday Daniel Boone celebrates the sabbath © 2002 by David J. Landegent

Sunday morning, make a new start I‘ll meet my Maker, with hope in my heart Hey, hey, hey, it’s a worshipful day Christians gather, down on their knees Praisin’ Jesus, the captives are free Hey, hey, hey, what a worshipful day

Find new life – worship on Sunday And you’ll shine the light ev-er-y day When you say, say, say Say that you love– Him You~ will shine the light each and every day

People singing, changing inside Let’s give our hearts and pray to abide Hey, hey, hey, it’s a worshipful day We’ll press on and – follow the Son Makin’ Sunday – go on and on Hey, hey, hey, it’s a worshipful day

chorus twice Find new life – worship on Sunday And you’ll shine the light ev-er-y day…

You Light up My Life Debby Boone sings to the Light of the World © 1997 by David J. Landegent

So many nights, I’d sit by my window Waiting for someone to sing me his song So many dreams I kept deep inside me Alone in the dark, but now You’ve come along

Lord, You light up my life, You give me hope, to carry on You light up my days And fill my nights with song

Rollin’ at sea, adrift on the waters Could it be fin’lly, I’m turning for home Finally a chance to know God will love me Never again to be all alone

chorus twice Your love is strong, and your love is right Cuz You– You light up my life

Don’t Say You Don’t Remember Beverly Bremers reaches out to a backslider © 2002 by David J. Landegent

You wrote on the cover of your Bible “This is the only life – that will last Eter–nally, for al–ways Forever I’ll love the Lord” But forever went by so fast

Don't say you don't– remember Or– you could be – headin’ for hell If you say you don’t remem–ber How can– you go on living (How can you go on living) with yourself

In the past you always called the Savior (Savior) How could it be that you forgot His name? Before– you go, be ho–nest Jesus is the truth So– believe and you will be saved

chorus

Jesus always stays the same forever. Prodigals He will love – a little more Tonight– you see, He loves– you Forever we’ll praise His name He’ll make tomorrow worth living for

Don't say you don't– remember Or– you could be – headin’ for hell If you say you don’t remem–ber How can– you go on living (How can you go on living) Don't say you don't– remember Or– you could be – headin’ for hell If you say you don’t remem–ber How can– you go on living (How can you go on living) Don't say you don't– remember…

United We Stand Brotherhood of Man finds unity in Christ © 2001 by David J. Landegent

There’s no where in the world That I would rather be Than with you– and God And there’s nothing in the world That’s like a family Reconciled in God

For united we stand, divided we fall Oh we’ve been brought together By the Lord of all We’ll be together, forever, you and I For united we stand, divided we fall Although we’re many members God unites us all We’ll be together, forever, you and I

And if the world around you Falls apart, cheer up Cuz we’ll still be here~ And if the going gets too hard– along the way Just you, call out here

chorus twice…

Smokin' In The Boys' Room Brownsville Station starts a prayer group at school © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

How you doin' out there? Y'ever seem to have one of those days Where it just seems like everybody's gettin' on

your case – from your teacher all the way down to your best girlfriend?

Well, y'know, I used to have 'em just about all the time, but I found a way to get out of 'em.

Let me tell you about it! Sitting in the classroom, spirit starts to drag Dealin’ with the worldly stuff – just ain’t my bag The noon bells ring; you know that's my cue I'm gonna meet the boys on floor number two!

Prayin’ in the boys' room Prayin’ in the boys' room The teacher tried to stop me, Gave me the rules Said, everybody knows that Prayin’ ain't allowed in school.

A-checkin' out the halls Makin' sure the coast is clear Lookin' in the stalls No, there ain't nobody here Oh, my buddy Fang, and me and Paul To PRAISE God has surely brought new life to us

all

Prayin’ in the boys' room Prayin’ in the boys' room You’re never gonna stop me Not with your rules I’ve gotta right so I’ll be Prayin’ to the Lord~ in school interlude

I’m READin’ the WORD, in the school book store Claimed his promise, to serve the Lord IF you are lookin', for me all around I’ll be in pray-er, you know where I’ll be found

chorus b twice

Video Killed the Radio Star The Buggles witness David defeating Goliath © 2002 by David J. Landegent

He heard the scoffing giant challenging the Jews And so the shepherd boy, he knew just what to do And though he’s young, he came to show that God

is true (Oh-a oh) He took a slingshot and some pebbles from the

stream To face Goliath and undo his mockery & while the giant laughs, a pebble is released (Oh-a oh) – it hit his forehead (Oh-a oh) – the giant’s fallen

David has killed, the giant fell hard David has killed, the giant fell hard Overcame the mocker’s heart (Oh-a-a-a oh)

& so with God, we see the weak defeat their foes We hear the story, and it’s not so long ago When facing giants – the Lord will bring them low (Oh-a oh) – the last are first now. (Oh-a oh) – the first are last now.

David has killed, the giant fell hard David has killed, the giant fell hard God has caught him off his guard

Goliath’s beat and been disarmed Oh-a-aho oh, Oh-a-aho oh interlude

David has killed, the giant fell hard David has killed, the giant fell hard God has caught him off his guard Goliath’s beat and been disarmed Overcame the mocker’s heart People praise God near and far

Oh– the giant fell hard~ Oh– the giant fell hard~ David has killed, the giant fell hard David has killed, the giant fell hard David has killed, the giant fell hard David has killed, the giant fell hard

Oh– the giant fell hard~ David has killed, the giant fell hard David has killed, the giant fell hard Oh– the giant fell hard~ David has killed, the giant fell hard David has killed, the giant fell hard

White Lies, Blue Eyes Bullet warns against the devil’s temptations © 2002 by David J. Landegent

White lies, devil’s disguise He’ll guide and lead astray White lies, devil’s disguise Evil’s the game he plays

Well, he’s trying – hard to tempt you With his message AND– his lines Well, his offer’s – so inviting And his serpent’s EYE– begins to shine Oh, but look a little deeper And call the Lord in prayer And then you might be able To see what’s really there – it’s those:

chorus Don’t you ever – let him get to you Oh, the way– THAT he got to me Oh, the signs are – plainly written I just didn’t want to see Oh, he’ll deceive most anyone If you give him time I’m a living testimony That he’ll only make you blind – with the:

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Patches Clarence Carter testifies about depending on God © 2002 by David J. Landegent

I was born and raised down in Alabama On a farm way back up in the woods I was so raggedy, folks used call me, “Patches” Papa used to tease me ‘bout it Of course deep down inside he was hurt Cuz he’d done all he could My papa was a great ol’ man I can see him with a shovel in his hand, see Education he never had He did wonders when the times got bad The little money from the crops he raised Barely paid the bills we made Oh, life it kicked him down to the ground When he tried to get up, Life would kick him back down One day papa called me to his dyin’ bed Put his hands on my shoulders And in tears he said

He said, “Patches Just depend upon the Lord To pull the family through The Word of God is always true

Two days later papa passed away And I became a man that day So I told mama I was gonna quit school But she said that was daddy’s strictest rule So every morning ‘fore I went to school I fed the chickens and I chopped wood too Sometimes I felt that I couldn’t go on I wanted to leave, just run away from home But I would remember what my daddy said With tears in his eyes on his dyin’ bed

He said, “Patches, Just depend upon the Lord And try to do your best It’s up to God to do the rest”

Then one day a strong rain came And washed all the crops away And at the age of 13, I thought I was carryin’ The weight of the whole world on my shoulders And you know mama knew What I was going through Cuz every day I had to work the fields Cuz that’s the only way we got our meals You see, I was the oldest of the family And everybody else depended on me Every night I heard my mama pray

“Lord, give him strength to make another day” Four years have passed & all the kids have grown The angels took mama to a brand new home Lord knows, people, I shed my tears But my daddy’s voice kept me through the years

Sayin’, “Patches Just depend upon the Lord To pull the family through The Word of God is always true

Oh, I can still hear papa’s voice sayin’, “Patches, just depend upon the Lord And try to do your best It’s up to God to do the rest” I can still hear papa when he said, “Patches, just depend upon the Lord To pull the family through

Judy Mae Boomer Castleman tells the story of Joseph © 2003 by David J. Landegent

As a little child of tragedy It hurt when my momma died And when my daddy found out Just a short time later Well, he broke right down and cried And after that year, I was his pet My brothers were so enraged They decided to sell away me – as a slave Well, my daddy did a lot of sending us out And before he would say goodbye He’d tell ‘em to take care of their young brother I’m the apple of his eye And then one day they plotted my goodbye “Let’s sell him so he’s far a-way” They laughed at the boy, on his knees now As a slave

Just a slave, but the Lord had a way Of a’lookin’ after me Though my life– was darker, He lighted the night Got me so ready to lead

Well, one night while my master was gone His wife came to my room She said that she had to talk to me Cuz the master’s gonna be home soon She said, “You know I get so lonely and cold When your master is gone for days Oh, what a boy like you could do, for me today” Well, I told her that I’d never sin against the Lord And pulled away my hand How could I do such a wicked thing And then I turned away and ran

Her lust became an angry fire And she accused me of her own shame They threw me in the dungeon, as a slave

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Well, you know it’s only God’s providence That’s truly raisin’ me high The Pharaoh showed his favor – our God is good I even got to save my brothers’ lives But thinkin’ back now, I am filled with wonder To this very day It was Him turning sin into blessing, for a slave It was Him turning sin into blessing, for a slave

Give Me Just A Little More Time Chairman of the Board reaches a reluctant friend © 2002 by David J. Landegent

Give in to the Lord of your life (Give in to the Lord of your life) And your love will surely grow (Give in to the Lord of your life) repeat chorus a

Life's too short to make a mistake Let's think of the Father and hesitate Young and impatient we may be There's no need to act foolishly If you part, your heart won't forget it Years from now you’ll surely regret it

chorus a twice You're young – and you're in a hurry You're eager for life, but don't you worry You now want the best things in life But these things will hurt, without Christ Just look up and God will show How He’s gonna redeem when the Spirit blows

chorus a Pray for – His favor (Give in to the Lord of your life) Pray for – His favor (Give in to the Lord of your life)

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Up on that mountain Jesus climbed He climbed it to gather all of mankind The Lord atoned for all of our wrongs And the healing He has is, oh so strong I know you can make it – there’s no doubt You owe it to yourself to find it out

Just give in to the Lord of your life

And your love will surely grow

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Get it On Chase does its morning devotions © 2002 by David J. Landegent

I need– to listen I said I want– to listen I need you every minute of the day now Lord– hearin’ what You say Read the Word in the morning now I– love it when You shine Your light I said I love You every day and night now I need You all– of my life now You’re revealing what is right Read the Word in the morning now

I'm gonna tell You just what I'm gonna do I'm gonna read Words– from You Yes, I been a’reading and I just won’t quit I said, show me, Lord, that this is it Read the Word in the morning now

Aww – Reveal what’s gonna be true And reveal what I’m gonna need The Word’ll be from You to me – day after day

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I got to read the Word, I got to read the Word I gotta read it all, I gotta read it all Gotta read it all, gotta read it all Gotta read it all, said:

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Yellow River Christie is baptized in the Yellow River © 1998 by David J. Landegent

I rejoice that He took my place I’m forgiven, the price is paid I will not brag, but I have got to say The Lord delivers Put my sins down, the Lord has won Lift the Lord high, the time has come I’m bowing down to the Lord that I love The Lord delivers

(The) Lord delivers, (the) Lord delivers He’s in my mind and in my life (The) Lord delivers, (the) Lord delivers He shed His blood, took my place in love Got no time for old temptations, Got no time to lose

Tomorrow night you'll find me Singing that the Lord is good The Lord delivers

Spirit’s fire, filling up my mind I'm so glad that He gave me life Though I’d been gone for such a long time The Lord delivers I remember that God is good I can still see the cross of wood And I surrender to God as I should The Lord delivers

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Precious and Few Climax celebrates God’s gracious love © 2002 by David J. Landegent

Gracious and true is Jehovah, He truly cares He will renew and enlighten, that’s what He’ll do

And if you can't find your way back home, (Can’t find your way) You just call Him in prayer Cuz gracious & true is Jehovah, He truly

cares Jesus has you on His mind; His love is so rare Hear the Good News He’s revealing No one can compare

And if you’re lost in the fearful dark You just call Him in prayer Cuz gracious & true is Jehovah, He truly

cares

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(Gracious & true is Jehovah, He truly cares)

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Send in the Clowns Judy Collins submits to the King © 2002 by David J. Landegent

Once I was rich; now unprepared Quickly I fell to the ground Without a prayer Who wears the crown? I made a mess; none would approve Once I was tearing around Now I can’t move Who wears the crown? I once had a crown That’s when I stopped, locking the door

Finally knowing within that I wanted the Lord Needing repentance again from my cynical snares Mercy I find, calling in prayer You know my faults – my fault I fear I thought that You’d want what I’d want – Sorrowful tears And who wears the crown? You wear the crown O Father, draw near

interlude Once again rich – when You are near Losing my pride and my hate; losing my fear And You wear the crown That merciful crown O Father, draw near

I’m Not Lisa Jessi Colter shares her testimony © 2002 by David J. Landegent

I love Jesus, the Name that freed me Jesus saved me – years ago My life was confused His light brought Good News In the sunrise of Jesus’ grace

He is my morning light His smile chased off the night His love for me came – with each rising sun And when this sinner prayed His hand showed me the way I left my fears, all my lonesome tears Here, though I strayed for years Crying, “Je–sus, Je~sus”

chorus I love Jesus

Thunder and Lightning Chi Coltrane testify about God’s righteousness © 2003 by David J. Landegent

Ooh– what a good thing from God Oh– it's such a good thing from God I– will do Your commandments

Wonderf’ly righteous, oh yeah O Lord, You are righteous, ooh Wonderf’ly righteous And You're in control

I– thought my life was complete Look– what You've doin’ through me You’re– deserving our praises

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I went when You commanded it O Lord, You sent me there, yeah I wouldn't try to run from You, no You’re reaching everywhere

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I'm– really strong when I’m weak You make– me prepared when I speak I– can feel it happening

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Hot Rod Lincoln Commander Cody must decide: hot rod or true God? © 2003 by David J. Landegent

My pappy said, "Son, You're better really start thinkin’ If it’s God you’ll serve or that hot rod Lincoln”

brief interlude Have you heard this story of the hot rod race When Fords and Lincolns was settin' the pace. That story is true, I'm here to say I was drivin' that Model A. It's got a Lincoln motor and it's really souped up. That Model A body makes it look like a pup. It's got eight cylinders and uses them all. It's got overdrive, just won't stall. With a 4-barrel carb and a dual exhaust, With 4.11 gears, you can really get lost. It's got safety tubes, but I ain't scared. The brakes are good, tires fair. Pulled out of San Pedro late one night The moon and the stars were shinin' bright. We was drivin' up Grapevine Hill Passing cars like they was standing still.

brief interlude All of a sudden in a wink of an eye A Cadillac sedan passed us by. I said, "Boys, that's a mark for me!" By then the taillight was all you could see. Now the fellas was ribbin' for bein' behind, So I thought I'd make the Lincoln unwind. Took my foot off the gas and man alive, I shoved it on down into overdrive. Wound it up to a hundred-and-ten My speedometer said that I hit top end. My foot was glue, like lead to the floor.

That's all there is and there ain't no more. Now the boys all thought I'd lost my sense And telephone poles looked like a picket fence. They said, "Slow down! I see spots! The lines on the road just look like dots." Took a corner; sideswiped a truck, Crossed my fingers just for luck. My fenders was clickin' the guardrail posts. The guy beside me was white as a ghost.

brief interlude Smoke was comin' from out of the back When I started to gain on that Cadillac. Knew I could catch him, I thought I could pass. Don't you know by then we'd be low on gas? We had flames comin' from out of the side. Feel the tension. Man! What a ride! I said, "Look out, boys, I've got a license to fly!" And that Caddy pulled over and let us by. Now all of a sudden she started to knockin', And down in the dips she started to rockin'. I looked in my mirror; a red light was blinkin' The cops was after my hot rod Lincoln! They arrested me and they put me in jail. And called my pappy to throw my bail. And he said, "Son, You're better really start thinkin’ If it’s God you’ll serve or that hot - rod - Lincoln”

Gonna Fly Now Bill Conti presses on in faith © 2003 by David J. Landegent

Runnin’ hard now Pressin’ on now Runnin’ hard now

interlude Getting strong now Won’t be long now Getting strong now

interlude Look on high now Follow Christ now Look on high– high– high–

One Tin Soldier Coven warns against violent greed © 2003 by David J. Landegent

Listen children to a story

That was written long ago 'Bout a kingdom, on a mountain And the valley folk below On the mountain was a treasure Buried deep beneath a stone And the valley people swore They'd have it for their very own

Go ahead and hate your neighbor Go ahead and cheat a friend Do it in the name of Heaven Try to justify it in the end There won’t be any celebration Come the Judgment Day On the sorry morning after, hoo~ Empty sinners sent away

So the people of the valley Sent a message up the hill Asking for the buried treasure Tons of gold for which they'd kill Came an answer from the kingdom With our brothers we will share All the secrets of our mountain All the riches buried there Now the valley cried in anger Mount your horses, draw your sword And they killed the mountain people So they won their just reward Now they stood beside the treasure On the mountain dark and red Turn the stone and looked beneath it “Peace on Earth” was all it said

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Go Back Crabby Appleton calls a friend to repent © 2003 by David J. Landegent

You don’t know– me so well But it’s not– hard to tell That you know– in your heart– what is wrong But He’s draw–ing you near And He’s mak–ing it clear That He comes– with love– He’s God

I can tell you He’s got life– and love I can tell you that it’s true And you know– Jesus loves– me and you I think you’d better go back, Go back to your Savior, go back He’s the One who – really loves Go back, go back to His plan, I said go back He’s the One who – rules above Go back, go back to His plan I said go back, now, as fast as you can Go back - oh

Now you look– good to me Still the Sa–vior can see You’ve been shrink–ing from Him– all the time And you know– it’s not right When you slip– from the Light You pretend– your sin– is fine

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Go back to your Savior, go back — Go back, go back to His plan, I said go back – Go back, go back to His plan I said go back, now, as fast as you can Go back

Desiderata Les Crane gives words of godly advice © 2003 by David J. Landegent

Go peacefully amid the noise and haste, And remember the peace that abounds in Jesus. As far as possible without surrender, Be on good terms with all persons. Speak God’s truth quietly and clearly, And listen to others - Even the dull and ignorant, They too need God’s story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons They are vexations to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, You may become vain and bitter, For always there will be Greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy God refreshments and follow God’s plans. Keep interested in the Lord and fear However humble, serving’s a real possession In the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution in your business affairs, For the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is. Many Christians strive for high ideals, And everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection, Neither be cynical about love. For in the face of all aridity and disenchantment, It is as perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, Gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Find the strength of Jesus to shield you in sudden

misfortune, But do not distress yourself with imaginings - Many fears are borne of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, Be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the Savior’s Word. You’re blessed by the Tree and the Scars You’ll find His light will draw near And whether or not it is clear to you,

No doubt the Lord’s plan is unfolding as it should. Therefore, be at peace with God, Whatever He may lead you to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations, In the noisy confusion of life, Keep peace with your Lord. With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, It is still a beautiful world. Be joyful. Find life in Jesus.

Evil Woman Don’t Play Your Games with Me Crow resists the devil, who flees © 2003 by David J. Landegent

I see the look of evil in your eyes You've been filling me all full of lies Tomorrow will not change a shameful deed You will tempt someone else when you mislead

Evil devil, don't play your games with me Evil devil, don't play your games with me

Now I know just what you’re looking for You want me to blame it on the Lord I don’t want to be deceived like Eve Cuz you’ve been defeated by her Seed

Evil devil, don't play your games with me Evil devil, don't play your games with interlude

Wickedness lies in your twisted lips Your promised freedom’s like the crack of a whip Those who stray are given stones for bread You sure wish that you could see me dead

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Stand Tall Burton Cummings advises a tempted brother © 2003 by David J. Landegent

Never been this blue Never knew the meaning of a heartache But then again, you never lost your way before Somewhere down the road Maybe all your tears will find some meaning Adjust and think about the cross And give your doubt to the Lord

God calls, don't you fall~ For God’s sake, don’t go And do something foolish All you’re feeling right now Is silly human pride

Oh– God calls, don't you fall~ Don't do something you might regret later You're feeling it like everyone, It's silly human pride

Now you’re tempted by wrong, oh The devil’s touch will fool so many I just can't believe – you would throw it all away Sometimes late at night When there's nothing here Except the cross’s shadow The Savior gave His hands~ To help you find His Way

God calls, don't you fall Ah– for God sake, don’t go do something

foolish All you’re feeling right now Is silly human pride You got me down on my knees for you brother Oh God calls, don't you fall. Ah– don’t do something you’ll regret later You're feeling it like everyone, It's silly human pride The Lord is calling again

Rings Cymarron joins the praises of heaven & earth © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

Sing, sing, everyone sings Come and be fed, singin’ hallelujah We been worshippin’ Christ the Lamb Son of Man, the Savior of you and me

Christians worship Him, they’ve heard the call

Jesus Christ is Lord of all He brought us home; everyone laugh and sing Find His love; join together and sing

Sing, sing, nature sings; let the joy begin, Prai-ses happen when the water flows The mountains will resound, All the trees and clouds Will clap for glory while planets glow

Jehovah made a good creation Listen to its revelation, from God above; Singin’ for joy to come, when the curse is done Let the creatures sing

So sing, sing, angels sing Around the Son, around His throne of glory Sing, sing, rejoice and sing When the world is new Everybody will know the story

The Son will bring the Holy City I know the praises will be – more than pretty

In the End, O every knee will bend When He comes again Then together we’ll sing Oh– in the End O every knee will bend– (Knee will bend, knee will bend) When He comes again Then together we’ll sing, ah—

Chick-a-boom Daddy Dewdrop has an Easter dream © 2003 by David J. Landegent

Last night I had a crazy dream About a crypt and I asked to see it Oh, with news so good, oh could it be real? I looked where they buried Jesus Angels then appeared, in the garden It was after three days And they asked who I was seeking “Why do you look for your Lord He isn’t here among the dead?” I asked about the crypt But then they said to me:

Check the tomb, check the tomb Jesus has risen Check the tomb, check the tomb Our Lord has risen Check the tomb, check the tomb Jesus has risen Check the tomb, check the empty tomb

I found the burial cloth, inside the sepulcher But where had the body gone, from that tomb This holy angel sat and shouting out praises “Give God the glory and hallelu” He said, “Hey man, ain’t no jive, I’ll tell you, where the Lord went” And he looked at me, as pleased as could be And said these words But I wondered what he meant

chorus Ah, Jesus has risen Um – Jesus has risen He has risen, He has risen Oh yeah, He has risen – Jesus has risen now And outside the grave door, oh there He was And He will live forever, we know He’s risen from the grave So confess and be His child Our Lord this crypt could never hold

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Baby, Don’t Get Hooked on Me Mac Davis thanks the Lord for His goodness © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Lord, You've given that Book of new life And it’s startin’ to help me see I’ve been readin’ of the way You provide And nothin’s gonna worry me My true Defender, Lord, it’s You that I believe You’ve been giving to me all that I will need

Faithful Savior, You’re so good to me Faithful Savior, You’re so good to me Cuz all Your Good News, it just set me free Faithful Savior, You’re so good to me

Lord, You're a God who has reconciled And Your Word has been touchin’ me And I can tell I’m Your cherished child You’ve given way too much to me Lord, I let my life get tangled and confined But I believe You, I’ll abide upon Your Vine

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Candy Man Sammy Davis, Jr. extols Jesus’ miraculous power © 2004 by David J. Landegent

(Son of Man, O Son of Man) Alright, everybody, gather around The Son of Man is here What kind of help do you want? Need miracles, forgiveness, hope for problems Anything you want You’ve come to the right man because He’s the Son of Man. Who can make the dead rise (Who can make the dead rise) Bring them life anew (bring them life anew) Healing for the lepers With a miracle or two

The Son of Man (the Son of Man) Oh, the Son of Man can (the Son of Man can) The Son of Man can work a miracle of love You know, the Lord’s so good (Oh, the Lord’s so good)

Who can make the pain go (Who can make the pain go) Open blinded eyes (open blinded eyes) Tell the lame to run And make the bread be multiplied

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The Son of Man makes everyone who aches Better than their old condition Now you talk about a Great Physician You can even join His mission

Oh, who can make the storm go (Who can make the storm) Tell the wind to cease (tell the wind to cease) Casting out the demons And protect the ones in need

chorus ab Yeah, yeah, yeah

verse 3, chorus a

Yes, the Son of Man can work a miracle of love You know, the Lord’s so good (Oh, the Lord’s so good) The Son of Man, the Son of Man, The Son of Man (Oh, the Lord’s so good) The Son of Man, the Son of Man, The Son of Man (Oh, the Lord’s so good)…

I’ve Got the Music in Me Kiki Dee is full with the joy of the Good News © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Although there’s trouble in my life It won’t defeat or terrify I'm never frightened or worried, I know the Lord will provide I’ve been up (I’ve been up) I’ve been down (I’ve been down) When something gets in my way, I have found that God’s my life – there’s no doubt God will – make me – a way to get round it

I got the News within me I got the News within me I got the News within me chorus a again

They say that life is a hurdle (hurdle) But THAT ain't the WAY that I've found it. Gonna move in a straight line (ooh) Keeping my feet, firmly on the ground. I’ve been up (I’ve been up) I’ve been down (I’ve been down) But the Word of the Lord is a haven God’s my life – there’s no doubt Catch a hold of your blues and just pray them.

chorus aa Feel happy, feel good Gonna tell ya – I’ll tell the neighborhood Gonna fly like a bird on the wing

Hold on to the Master and – sing, sing, sing, sing Been up, been– down (been down) But the Word of the Lord is a haven God’s my life – there’s no doubt (He’ll never let you down) Catch a hold of your blues and just pray them.

chorus aaaa Although there’s trouble in my life None– can defeat or terrify I'm never frightened, I’m never worried, I know, I know the LORD– will provide

chorus aaa I got the News within me I got the News within me My God renews me – He renews me I got the News– yes – in me He’ll never let you down He’ll never let you down He’ll never let you down

Hey, hey, hey, hey chorus aacaca…

Rock & Roll Hootchie Koo Rick Derringer calls Christians to action © 1999 by David J. Landegent

Alright! Who is that person that you need to call Cuz you must share light with’a one and all For the old and the younger, make a joyful sound Gotta go, let ‘em know, spread the Word around

Got to go, do the truth (Got to go do the truth) Shine the candle, light the fuse (light the fuse) Got to go, do the truth (Got to go do the truth) Go on out and spread the news

We’ll preach to the nations havin’ ears to hear We’re callin’ ‘em back, to the Lord in prayer We are goin’ unabashed, all our fears are gone Give the people a warning like a fire alarm —

chorus Did somebody hear Jesus knockin’?

interlude The brothers all know what I’m talking about The way of Jesus our King will replace your doubt Give your life to the Christ and He’ll make you

anew

Come here, people, let me share Him with you

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(Got to go do the truth) They’re all tired of faded blues (Got to go do the truth) All of the nations need the news (Got to go do the truth) Shine the candle, light the fuse

Nadia’s Theme (Theme from “The Young & the Restless”) Barry DeVorzon sings Psalm 42 © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Why – are you downcast? And so disturbed – within – O my soul? Put – your hope in God For I will yet – praise Him – my God

For as a deer – will pant for streams So my soul’s thirsting after You The living God of truth When can I come and meet with You Within Your house

Tears – have been my food While people say – “Where is your God?”

But as a deer – will pant for streams So my soul’s thirsting after You The living God of truth When can I come and join the throng Within Your house

Deep – calls unto deep And all Your waves – break over me

But as a deer – will pant for streams So my soul’s thirsting after You The living God of truth When can I come and meet with You Within Your house

Put – your hope in God For I will yet – rejoice in Him

Right Place, Wrong Time Dr. John wrestles vainly with sin (Romans 7) © 2004 by David J. Landegent

I been in the right place But I must’ve had the wrong time I'd’ve said the right thing But I must’ve used the wrong line I been on the right trip But I must have used the wrong car My head was in a bad place

And I wonder what it's good for I been the right place But I must’ve had the wrong time My head was in a bad place And I'm having such a hard time I been tryin’ hard to figure out my own mind Don’t help to give myself a good talkin’ to each

time And who’ll break the chains– of my slavery? Who can cure – my immorality? I been in the wrong place And I’m missin’ all the right times I been in the right place But I must had been the wrong song I been in the right vein But it seems like the wrong mine I been in the right world But I seem wrong wrong wrong wrong wrong

interlude Slipping, dodging, sneaking, creepin’ Hiding out down the street See my LIFE – fakin’ out every-ONE I meet In my confu–sion, He’s makin’ Himself clear In the Savior’s way I go, to get on out of here The Lord had died in my place With the burden of my wrong crimes And I will live for my King For He pardoned all my wrong lines And now I’m on the right road Cuz He straightened all my wrong turns Now I know the right’s good Don’t follow the wrong signs Now I’m on the right trip Even though I got a wrong start My head is full of God’s grace It’s a wonder that I’m transformed

Love Grows Where My Rosemary Goes Edison Lighthouse praises the Spirit © 1999 by David J. Landegent

He’s worth more than money And sweeter than the honey The Spirit’s kinda wild and free

Oh, but love grows where the Spirit will blow And nobody knows like me

He lifts up the lazy, and people who are crazy The Spirit is a mystery

Oh, but love grows where the Spirit will blow And nobody knows like me

There’s somethin’ about His pow-er divine When He’s filling my mind

And He’s showing the way, hey He’s makin’ all the hardness to melt And He’s savin’ from hell So I just gotta say

Christ will come tomorrow And take away the sorrow I’ll be livin’ endlessly

Oh, but love grows where the Spirit will blow And nobody knows like me chorus, verse 3, and nobody knows like me…

I Hear You Knockin’ Dave Edmunds hears Jesus at the door of his heart © 1998 by David J. Landegent

I went away and left You long—time ago Now You’re knockin’ on my door

I hear You knockin’, won’t You please, come in I hear You knockin’, cleanse my heart, of sin

You begged me not to go, but I, said good-bye But now You’re in me, by my side

chorus, interlude I better get back on—bended knee Your kind of love is, good for me

chorus You found me way down and—destitute But You live in me—I’m renewed

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Sunshine Jonathan Edwards laments, but with hope © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Sunshine’s gone away today, I don't feel much like dancing Satan’s come and tried to ruin my life, Wants to be my master When he tells me I better get in line, Don’t hear what he's saying When I look up, the Father’s help I’ll find For Good News I’ve been praying

God will seek the lost – and find ‘em For Christ has paid the cost – He died then The dark can’t even o–vercome light It’ll scramble when He shines – Son shine! verse 1

Trials start to make me come in prayer

Faith is what I hope is growing The Savior of love restores, yes, He’s there Even when He ain’t showin’

chorus Sunshine, come on– back another day, The trials soon will be shrinking This old world, it’s gonna turn around By God’s help I’ll be singing

Magnet and Steel Walter Egan is drawn to the cross (John 12:32) © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

Hal~lelu, halle-lujah You foretold it, and You– let me know (hal~lelu) The crucifixion - put You– in control (hal~lelu) You were lifted, You’re draw–ing my soul,

(hal~lelu) — and I can't let go

(With You lifted high) – to do the Father’s will (With You lifted high) – the secret is revealed Your cross is a magnet and our world’s steel—

You’re exalted - my hope– and my song (hal~lelu) In Your weakness - You reign– and You’re strong

(hal~lelu) With a love that - forgave– all my wrongs

(hal~lelu) You forgave my wrongs

chorus, interlude + 3 hallelu’s, chorus

Your cross is a magnet and our world’s steel— Your cross is a magnet and our world’s steel—

Tell Her She’s Lovely El Chicano urge us to tell the world the gospel © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Tellin’ the world of God’s great love is Givin’ the world some hope Tellin’ the world of God’s great love is Givin’ the world some hope Tell ‘em – tell ‘em He loves them Tell ‘em – He knows how to suffer. People want to think that that They’re the only ones who really have no hope People want to think that that They’re the only ones who really have no hope People – are so beautiful to God. People – are so wonderful to God People want to think that They’re the only ones who really have no hope

Helpin’ the world to discover

Try to love one another. Waiting a little bit longer. Helpin’ the world to disco–ver, yeah~

Tell ‘em, God has a song. Sing out, sing out, all life long.

interlude People want to think that They’re the only ones who really have no hope

chorus a Tell ‘em – tell ‘em He loves them Tell ‘em – tell ‘em He loves them Tell ‘em – tell ‘em He loves them Tell ‘em – tell ‘em He loves them Tell ‘em – tell ‘em He loves them Tell ‘em – tell ‘em He loves them…

Rock On David Essex calls us to the Good Shepherd © 1998 by David J. Landegent

Give God, heart and soul, race on, ooh my soul Give God what He’s due, will you? Hey shout, hear the Good News Jump up and down in gospel shoes Give God, heart and soul, race on

And there is no need to fear God is among us here

Still lookin’ for the lost sheep, in His keep Over the world His eyes will sweep Don’t you know that His love is deep For the sheep, His sheep

interlude, chorus, verse 2 For the sheep, press on Press on, press on Give God, heart and soul, race on, race on

Wanna Kiss You All Over Exile celebrates the atonement © 1997 by David J. Landegent

When we all get to heaven Gonna join the choir All day I been praising the Savior He’s my one desire Gonna grab the joy of heaven Hold it next to me The saints are gonna fellowship It’s gonna last eternally, yeah Don’t know what I’d do without the Lord Don’t know where I’d be

He’s not just a counterfeit No, He’s everything to me Everytime I’m with my Savior Can’t believe it’s true When He laid out His arms And He died for me and you You can see it in His eyes, You can feel it in His touch You don’t have to say a thing Just let Him show how much He loves you, He seeks You (yeah)

Christ has made an atonement I’ll say it again Christ has made an atonement When He died for our sins When He died for our sins

Justified, sanctified, Glorified, lovingly saved me Here with me, near with me, Jesus is close to me daily He shows me, shows me everything that’s true Cuz Jesus knows me better than I do He loves you, He seeks you (yeah) — chorus

Happiest Girl in the Whole USA Donna Fargo thanks the Lord for marital blessings © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Shine on me Savior, walk with me Lord You gave THIS hallelujah day I’m the happiest girl in my soul– when I pray

Good morning Morning, Hello Sunshine Wake up Sleepyhead Why'd we move that Bojangle clock So far away from the bed? Just one more minute, that's why we moved it One more hug or two Do you love waking up next to me As much as I love waking up next to you? You make the coffee, I'll make the bed I'll fix your lunch and you fix mine Now tell me the truth, Do these old shoes look funny Honey it's almost time Now you be careful, gotta go I love you, have a beautiful day I’ll be the happiest girl in my soul– when I pray Sing hallelujah, thank you Lord For making him for me. And thank you for letting life turn out the way That I always thought it could be! There once was a time when I could not imagine How it would feel to say I'm the happiest girl in my soul– when I pray.

chorus three times…

Thunder Island Jay Ferguson joins in worship © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

Hallelujah, hallelu, hallelu, Singin’ to praise You chorus again

Hallelujah, sing hallelujah Love the Son, praise the Ho-ly One– Can You hear us now calling Your Name Each and every day It’s time to pray, trusting and abiding By Your love – You’ve been reconciling

chorus three times We’re givin’ glory ‘stead of bein’ some grumblers For we’ve seen Your pow’r and Your wonders For on that Day when the sky turned dark On the cross You died Hurt by the pain – Your blood was justifying You made atonement, You were reconciling

interlude You bore the cross – until the storm passed Easter morning, risen from the darkness Everybody’s walkin’ in Your new life– Your new

life So hallelujah, sing hallelujah Love the Son, praise the Holy One– Now ev’ry time we pray and ev’ry day Faith’s a little bit deeper I’ll remember the light of Your guidance By Your love – You’ve been reconciling

chorus two times You’ve been reconciling chorus five times

Beach Baby First Class motivated to witness by CA revivals © 2004 by David J. Landegent

(Hallelujah, hallelu) (Hallelujah, hallelu) Do you remember back in old LA (oh~) When Billy Graham came to preach & pray (oh~) Whatever happened, it was from the Lord Real renewal, it’s a miracle tale Remember how the hippies came to God (oh~) & many thought the Jesus freaks were odd (oh~)

They didn’t recognize it’s from the Lord The long-haired preachers with their pony tails.

Reach daily, preach daily, give ‘em your hand Give a message that they can remember Talk of the Lord, they will open the door Unto new life~ Reach daily, preach daily, heed the command Tell ‘em Christ is their Friend and Defender Servin’ the Son, we can tell everyone,

everyday

Ooh, they never thought of God as friend~ (Ooh, ooh) Ooh, until they heard the evidence (ooh, ooh) God be praised (O magnify the Lord) We’re amazed (O magnify the Lord) It’s no phase, so come today and be saved– (ah–)

interlude

(Tell the world, tell the world, tell the world now) (Hallelujah, hallelu) We couldn't stop the Lord’s amazing grace (oh~) We took the car and drove to San Jose (oh~) That's where we go for all our witnessing We give them hope about the King of Kings

chorus ab, interlude

Come – O come – and love – the Son Come – O come – and love – the Son Come – O come – and love – the Son Come – O come – and love – the Son (Tell the world, tell the world, tell the world now) (Hallelujah, hallelu)

Hallelujah, hallelu

Reach daily, preach daily Reach daily, preach daily Reach daily, preach daily, Tellin’ everyone

repeat last section seven more times…

O-o-o Child 5 Stairsteps look forward to heaven © 2000 by David J. Landegent

Ooh– child, things are gonna get easier Ooh– child, things'll get brighter Ooh– child, things are gonna get easier Ooh– child, things'll get brighter Some day, yeah We’ll live forever when the Kingdom has come Some day, when our load is much lighter Some day, yeah

We’ll walk in the ways of the Father and Son Some day, when the world is much brighter

verses 1, 2, interlude, verses 2, 1

Bow down, bow down (repeat)

Hocus Pocus Focus focuses on Psalm 117 © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Praise the Lord above, praise the Lord above Nations of the earth Praise the Lord above, praise the Lord above Extol Him with mirth There’s no greater love, there’s no greater love Endures evermore There’s no greater love, there’s no greater love Faithful is the Lord

Praise His name, unashamed

Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelu, Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelu, ah– guitar interlude, chorus a, flute interlude verse 1, chorus ab, verse 1, chorus a

All Right Now Free meets Jesus © 1997, 2004 by David J. Landegent

Oh~ There He stood – on the beach Preaching to the crowds at His feet He said, “Hey, take a risk, now maybe, maybe Risk yourself or heaven you will miss.” I said, “Hey~ what’s Your name, Rabbi?” Jesus smiled and asked me the same “Now don’t you wait – or hesitate Let’s move because the time is getting late” Oh

Come right now Come to Jesus, come right now Come right now Come to Jesus, come right now

I asked the Lord – for his grace Watching every move on His face He said, “Look, though you’re blameworthy I forgive so you won’t live in shame.” He said, “Don’t, don’t mull the past~ Don’t you know My love will last.” I said, “Love, Lord above, Now You’ve changed my life with Your love” Oh

chorus twice, interlude

Help me out Let me tell you all about it now

verse 2, chorus four times

I’ve Found Someone of my Own Free Movement: couple in conflict finds the Lord © 2004 by David J. Landegent

I got up this morning While I was having my coffee My woman came in – sat down by my side With joy in her eyes She said “I’ve a confession to make.” And I said, “Woman, speak what’s on your mind”

She said, “My soul has been made new By saving grace” I said, “I’m glad you found the Son I’ve found the Lord on my own” (Savior of my own~)

“All those lonely nights, you left me all alone Oh, then Jesus did call He called to me from His throne” I said, “Woman, I’m glad the Savior set you free And darling, that’s how Jesus found me” (That’s how Jesus found me)

chorus a I got up from the table I reached out and wiped the tears– from her face And we bowed down where we met Thanked the Lord for grace (Thanked the Lord for grace)

chorus aaa

Love Or Let Me Be Lonely Friends of Distinction present Christ to the lonely © 2004 by David J. Landegent

God – can help when you’re lonely With a love you can find– when you pray So don't defy – take the Savior’s way, please You will find, a love that will stay

God has given His love Cuz He wanted to wash away the gloom But He won’t force you, So He’ll leave it up to you To leave your lonely room chorus a again

Ooh~, hallelujah, hallelujah

Oh, you will – or either you won't now (Either you won’t now) It's up to you – I've had my say (You’ll have love when you pray) So take His love – God loves you completely Hey come on, come on walk His way

chorus aab – hallelujah Ooh yeah, my– Savior Ooh yeah, m-m-m-m-m-my Savior

chorus aab – hallelujah God– can help when you’re lonely God~ can help when you’re lonely God– can help when you’re lonely God~ can help when you’re lonely

chorus cc…

Goodbye Girl David Gates brings God’s comfort on his deathbed © 2004 by David J. Landegent

All our life together We’ve loved what Jesus gave But when the Savior takes me You must not slip away I know it's hard believin' The words you've heard before But listen, you must trust them just once more Cuz of heaven:

Goodbye– doesn't mean forever Let me tell you goodbye– Doesn't mean we'll never be together again If you wake up and I'm not there, I won't be long away For in life or death, the Holy Lord Is holding me and you

I know you've been shaken, Afraid to hurt again You fight the Father’s plan for me Instead of givin’ in But death won’t last forever, In heaven you will see That Christ arose for you and rose for me So remember

Goodbye– doesn't mean forever Let me tell you goodbye– Doesn't mean we'll never be together again Though I maybe soon WILL depart, The Spirit comforts hearts So believe and trust the Holy Lord Till we’re all home at last

Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue Crystal Gayle prays for God’s joy © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Don't know when– I've been so blue, Don't know what's – come all unglued O Lord, make me new O Lord, remake my “down life” new From Your light– I’ve been gone I just cry – all night long, Prayin’ unto– You O Lord, remake my “down life” new Tell me of Jesus, tell me of Christ Give me Your reasons, give me brand new life. Tell me You love me, and Lord, let me find In everything, O Lord, give me life I didn't mean– to treat You bad, Didn't know – just what I had, But, Savior, now I do – and

Lord, remake my “down life “ Lord, remake my “down life” Lord, remake my “down life” new chorus twice more

Hot Child in the City Nick Gilder urges urban evangelism © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Preachin’ – in the name of Jesus Christ Strangers comin’ back to be reconciled Offer hope to the world and tell what grace is Offer hope to the nations that will amaze them

God’s child in the city God’s child in the city Reconciled and so committed God’s child in the city

Tell them – the Good News and offer hope Bring joy, they all want to find a home People downtown are lost and unprepared When you go downtown, The lost need to know God cares, cares

God’s child in the city God’s child in the city Reconciled and so committed – yeah God’s child in the city interlude

Come on down and tell your neighbor

And talk of God’s love Come on down and help them learn of: Jesus’ love– God’s child in the city (God’s child in the city) A kind evangelist (God’s child in the city) God’s child (Reconciled and so committed) God’s child, reconciled (God’s child in the city) God’s child in the city (God’s child in the city) God’s child in the city (God’s child in the city) God’s child in the city (God’s child in the city) God’s child in the city (God’s child in the city)

Rock & Roll (Part 2) – Hey Song Gary Glitter celebrates true victory © 1997, 2004 by David J. Landegent

Hey – hey~ Hey – hey – hey – hey Christ – the Lord – has come Jesus Christ – the Lord – has come Jesus Christ – the Lord – will come again

— Amen — Amen — Amen Hey, ho, hey, hey

I – can do – all things Truly I – can do – all things Truly I – can do – all things through Christ

chorus a Hallelu, hallelu, hallelu, hallelu Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah Halle-lujah, halle-lujah Hallelujah~

chorus ab

Hold On Ian Gomm presses on in faith © 2004 by David J. Landegent

I've been drifting on the sea of heartbreak Tryin' to get myself ashore, For so long, for so long Listenin' to the strangest stories Wond’rin’ where it all went wrong For so long, for so long

But hold on, hold on, hold on to our Lord God So hold on, hold on, hold on our Lord God

I've been dreaming of a new tomorrow And waitin’ for the Lord to come For so long, for so long It’s the time– for revolution

I've got to be strugglin’ on For so long, for so long

chorus a Hold on to our Lord God–

interlude (Hold on, hold on, hold on– to our Lord God) (Hold on, hold on, hold on– to our Lord God)

Hold on to our Lord God– (Hold on, hold on, hold on– to our Lord God) chorus b four more times

Drift Away Dobie Gray celebrates new life © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Day after day I’d been confused So I looked for Your Light thru the pouring rain~ You know life’s a game that I hate to lose Was feelin' the strain, livin’ in shame, oh–

When I was weak, Lord, You freed my soul I used to be lost, but You made me whole To live Your way repeat chorus

Was starting to think that I'm wastin' time I didn’t understand the things I do The world outside looked so unkind I'm countin' on You~ to carry me through

chorus twice, brief interlude And now my mind is free I know the Spirit’s pleased to move me And when I'm feelin' blue The Savior’s comin' through to soothe me Thanks for the joy that You've given me I want You to know I believe I belong~ Livin’ a life of harmony You help me along~ makin' me strong

chorus four times

Now, now, now, now You Now You claim me Oh, claim me, yeah

Making Our Dreams Come True Cyndi Grecco dreams holy dreams for God © 2004 by David J. Landegent

We’re gonna make it Given a command, we’ll take it Jesus really rules, obey Him He’s gonna make our dreams come true Doing it God’s way Nothing's gonna turn us back now Straight ahead and on the track now He’s going to make our dreams come true Doing it God’s way

There ain't nothing we won't try Never heard the word impossible This time there's no stopping us We're gonna make it

On your marks, get set, and go now Got a dream and we just know now He’s gonna make our dreams come true And we'll do it God’s way, yes, God’s way Make holy dreams come true And we’ll do it God’s way, yes God’s way Make holy dreams– come true For me and you – for me and you

interlude

We’re gonna make it

verse 2, chorus, verse 3

And we'll do it God’s way, yes, God’s way Make holy dreams come true And we’ll do it God’s way, yes God’s way Make holy dreams– come true For me and you

Spirit in the Sky Norman Greenbaum confesses his sins & his faith © 1997, 2004 by David J. Landegent

When I die and they lay me to rest Gonna go to the place that’s the best When I lay me down to die Goin’ up to the Spirit in the sky

Goin’ up to the Spirit in the sky (Spirit in the sky) That’s where I’m gonna go when I die (When I die) When I die and they lay me to rest

Gonna go in His grace and be blest brief interlude

Hey yourself, you know that you must Gotta have a friend in Jesus So you know that when you die He’s gonna recommend you To the Spirit in the sky

Gonna recommend you to the Spirit in the sky (Spirit in the sky) That’s where you’re gonna go when you die (When you die) When you die and they lay you to rest You’re gonna go in His grace and be blest interlude

I have been a sinner, I know I’ve sinned But I gotta friend in Jesus So you know that when I die He’s gonna send me up To the Spirit in the sky

Gonna send me up to the Spirit in the sky (Spirit in the sky) That’s where I’m gonna go when I die (When I die) When I die and they lay me to rest I’m gonna go in His grace and be blest Go in His grace and be blest

Junk Food Junkie Larry Groce confesses his sin of gluttony © 2004 by David J. Landegent

You know I love that organic cooking I always ask for more And they call me Mr. Natural On down to the health food store I only eat good sea salt White sugar don't touch my lips And my friends is always Begging me to take them On macrobiotic trips – yes, they are Oh, but at night I take out my strongbox That I keep under lock and key And I take it off to my closet Where nobody else can see I open that door so slowly Take a peek up north and south Then I pull out a Hostess Twinkie And I pop it in my mouth

Yeah, in the daytime I'm Mr. Natural Just as healthy as I can be But at night I'm a junk food junkie Good Lord, have pity on me

Well, at lunchtime you can always find me At the Whole Earth Vitamin Bar Just sucking on my plain white yogurt From my hand thrown pottery jar And sippin' a little hand pressed cider With a carrot stick for dessert And wiping my face in a natural way On the sleeve of my peasant shirt – oh yeah Ah, but when that clock strikes midnight And I'm all by myself I work that combination On my secret hideaway shelf And I pull out some Fritos corn chips Dr. Pepper and an Ole Moon Pie Then I sit back in stuffin’ my own addiction With a gluttonous junk food high

chorus My friends down at the commune They think I'm pretty neat Oh, I don't know nothing about arts and crafts But I give 'em all something to eat I'm a friend to old Euell Gibbons And I only eat homegrown spice I got a John Keats autographed Grecian urn Filled up with my brown rice – yes, I do Oh, folks but lately I have been spotted With a Big Mac on my breath Stumbling into a Colonel Sanders With a face as white as death I'm afraid someday they'll find me Just stretched out on my bed With a handful of Pringles Potato Chips And a Ding Dong by my head

chorus

Shannon Henry Gross tells the story of Hannah (1 Sam. 1-2) © 2004 by David J. Landegent

With all her hopes at an end Hannah comes for prayin’ again No one can even begin to comfort He hardly knows what to say But Eli will bless her that day: “Jehovah will hear and grant you children”

Hannah, the Lord has heard And children you’ll receive He always loves to give His grace He is the Lord who lifts up Everyone who’s weak But justice will crush the proud of heart (ah–)

Hannah finds God is her friend And things will get better again No more of keepin’– it all inside her

And God wiped the tears from her eyes A child, a son will arrive She knows how much– Jehovah loves her

chorus

Justice will crush the proud of heart Ah–

Back When My Hair Was Short Gunhill Road finds the meaning of love © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Back when my hair was short I didn’t know the Lord Wore pointed shoes and big pants Drank till my eyes were red Hid Playboy ‘neath my bed Heard the DJ’s at the dance (When we danced, when we danced–) Back when I shirked the Lord I met some friends in court For stealing hubcaps from cars Chain smoking under the stars Played all night pinball in bars

And dreamed about love (love~) We were experts on love We talked our way all around it And even if we had found it We couldn’t respond

Later I changed my ways College and long-haired days Seeing three concerts a week An honest, but odd hippy freak Too busy reading to speak

Except about love (love~) We held rallies for love But no one knew what they stood for How many months were they good for The meaning was gone

Then when I met the Lord I opened up the door With God, I came back alive (Came back, came back alive) And what it takes to survive Wringing the truth out of jive

I’ll tell you of love (love) More than ever it’s love Call out in faith and you’ll find it And it’s the Lord that’s behind it He makes us belong

Now that I’ve met the Lord, I am no longer bored Open your heart and believe Gospel revealed to me, not just philosophy…

City of New Orleans Arlo Guthrie goes on an evangelistic train trip © 2004 by David J. Landegent

Riding to the city of New Orleans, Illinois Central Monday morning rail Fifteen cars and fifteen restless riders, Three conductors and twenty-five sacks of mail. All along the southbound odyssey The train pulls out at Kankakee Rolls along past houses, farms and fields. Passin' trains that have no names, Freight yards full of old black men And the graveyards of the rusted automobiles.

Good morning, America, how are you? Said, don’t you know The Lord has sent His Son? He’s the Name to call for saving and restoring Heed the call, be reconciled ‘fore the day is

done Preaching God’s name To the old men in the club car Makin’ a point and no one’s gettin’ bored Ask the railroad man who holds the throttle Give your will– humbly to the Lord And the sons of Pullman porters And the sons of engineers Ride their father's magic carpets made of steel Mothers with their babes asleep, Are rockin' to the gentle beat And the rhythm of the rails is all they feel

chorus Nighttime toward the city of New Orleans, Changing cars in Memphis, Tennessee. Half way home, we'll be there by morning Through the Mississippi darkness Rolling down to the sea. But all– the towns and people seem To need a God who re–deems But the peo-ple – still ain’t heard the News So the preachers preach of God again Evangelists will spread the Name The Name of the Risen Savior brings Good News

Good night, America, how are you? Said, don’t you know The Lord has sent His Son? He’s the Name to call for saving and restoring Heed the call, be reconciled ‘fore the day is

done

I Love Tom T. Hall expresses His love for God’s world © 2005 by David J. Landegent

I– love – little baby ducks, old pickup trucks Slow-movin' trains and rain I– love – little country streams, Sleep without dreams Sunday school in May and hay And I– love– Good News I– love – leaves in the wind, pictures of my friends Birds of the world – and squirrels I– love – coffee in a cup, little fuzzy pups Old TV shows and snow – And I– love– Good News I– love – honest, open smiles, kisses from a child Tomatoes on the vine and onions I– love – Jesus when He died, Jesus now alive Music when it's good and life And I– love– Good News

The Entertainer Marvin Hamlisch puts Psalm 48 to music © 2005 by David J. Landegent

We know God is a source of strength A ready Helper when troubles arise So in earthquakes we will not fear Or when planets fall down from starry skies Though the waters might roar and foam And highest mountains collapse in their swell There’s a river whose streams Make glad the city of God The holy place where the Holy One dwells The Almighty will stand by us The God of Jacob is like a fortress Come and see all Jehovah’s works Desolations He brought upon the earth And He’ll make all the warfare cease And make the weapons be gone, so there’s peace So be still and you’ll know The Lord alone, He is God He’ll be exalted across the whole earth

Our God is in this place And He’ll protect her gates – Our God will help by grace There at the break of day – The nations thrash and roar And they will fall for sure – And by the Holy Word He’s melting all of the world He is exalted evermore

verse 1

God is in this place – He’ll protect her gates – God will help by grace – At the break– of day – Nations thrash and roar – They will fall for sure – And by His own Word, He’s melting the world He is exalted evermore verse 2

He is exalted evermore He is exalted evermore

It Never Rains in S. California Albert Hammond reaches out to prodigal sons © 1999 by David J. Landegent

Got on board a west-bound 747 Didn’t think before deciding what to do All– your talk of opportunities, TV breaks and movies For you, didn’t come true

Can you hear the grace of Jesus, callin’ for ya Can you hear the love & kindness of the Lord His words of grace are callin’ for ya To bless and to warn ya They warn— get on board Out of work, you’re outta your head Out of self-respect, you’re outta bread You’re under-loved, you’re underfed You wanna go home His words of grace are callin’ for ya To bless and to warn ya They warn— get on board

Will you please return back home, The Father’s waiting He offers to restore your soul today He– will welcome and surround you No matter how He found you Make no mistake, make no mistake

chorus a

Here Comes the Sun Richie Havens anticipates Jesus’ return © 2005 by David J. Landegent

Is He comin’? It’s been a long, long lonely winter Is He comin’? It feels like years since He’s been here

Here comes the Son, here comes the Son

And I say – it’s all right He’s a’comin’, The smiles are returning to our faces He’s a’comin’, Though it’s been years since He’s been here

chorus, interlude He’s a’comin’, Ooh, I feel the sky will quickly open He’s a’comin’, Though it’s been years since He’s been here, oh~

chorus

Here comes the Son, here comes the Son Here comes the Son, here comes the Son And I say, it’s all right – it’s all right, O Lord, O Maranatha, it’s all right

Theme from “Shaft” Isaac Hayes issues a call to prayer © 2005 by David J. Landegent

lengthy intro When you’ve got problems thick That’s the time to seek the Lord quick (Ask!) – The Lord Christ Jesus the Man Well, He gave His life for His brother men (Ask!) – and He’ll listen Who's the Lord who won't cop out When there's danger all about (Ask!) – Right on Just seek in true faith and the bad’s– conquered (Don’t you doubt) I’m not tellin’ the half (God will listen) He can hear and understand But few will ask Him for assistance (Just ask)

lengthy conclusion

Never Been Any Reason Jesus gives his reasons for the cross to Head East © 1997 by David J. Landegent

Do you see any action? Do you have any friends? Would you like new direction Before I come again?

I’ve been walking beside you Since you’ve been able to see

I’ve always given you reasons For you to think about Me

Do you have any bad dreams? Did you fall in a trance? I am bridging the canyon Would you give Me a chance?

You’ve been talking in circles Since you’ve been able to cry You never had any reason For always passing Me by, yeah, yeah Gave my life, I laid it down for— mankind Given you forgiveness that’s Brighter than the sunshine Bringin’ you healin’ That’s gonna last a long time Gave my life, I laid it down for— mankind interlude

Have you ever been lonely? Do you have any fun? Do you ever think of Me Cuz I’m the only One, yeah

You never give Me no answer I’m always tellin’ the truth There’s always been many reasons For Me to think about you There’s always been many reasons There’s always been many reasons There’s always been many reasons chorus twice…

Hey There, Lonely Girl Eddie Holman witnesses to a lonely woman © 2005 by David J. Landegent

Hey there, lonely girl, lonely girl Let the Lord remake your heart like new Hey there, lonely girl, lonely girl Don't you know the Holy Lord loves you?

Ever since you broke your heart– You seem so lost Each time you pass my– way But now the Lord has got a~ plan He says, “Don’t cry,” He’ll take your tears away

Hey~ lonely girl, oh, lonely girl Let the Lord remake your heart like new chorus b

You think your life is on the skids You need a lift– to make your heart– fulfilled But once your sin is gone you’ll see That you can live– your life the way– God wills (The way God wills)

chorus ab

Don't you know the Holy Lord loves you~ You~–~, hey there, lonely girl, lonely girl Can’t you see…

Playground of My Mind Clint Holmes looks forward to heaven © 2005 by David J. Landegent

Sing hallelujah, give glory to God Sing hallelujah, sing it again Sing hallelujah, give glory to God Sing hallelujah now

When this old world gets me down And there's no love to be found I close my eyes and soon I find I go to heaven in my mind Where the child–ren laugh And the child–ren play And we sing– a song – all day~

I see the Lord God, I see the angels I see the angels sing hallelu I’m gonna be there, up in the heavens Someday I’ll be made new

In the wonders that I find Up in heaven in my mind In a world that’s s’posed to be, Close your eyes and then you’ll see Where the child–ren laugh And the child–ren play And we'll sing– a song – all day~

My Lord’s returning, some day from heaven Sing Maranatha, sing hallelu We’re gonna greet Him, give Him a welcome That's what we're gonna do

interlude, chorus ab sung during the following

Sing, little children Living in this world, don’t get left behind Happy little children Up in heaven you will find See– the little children See how they play, so happy Up in heaven you will find Sing hallelujah, hallujah, hallelu~jah Singin’ hallelujah, singin’ hallelujah, Singin’ hallelujah

Escape Rupert Holmes looks for a perfect church © 2005 by David J. Landegent

I was tired of my old church I’d been a member too long Like a worn-out recording Of a favorite song So while its saints were sleeping And acting like they were dead I made a private decision I wanted better instead

I wanna sing hallelujah And seek the lost in His name Cuz I’m NOT into rituals Or some le–galist claim Oh, I like praise that isn’t uptight With good news– of His grace Oh, that’s the church that I look for Can there be– such a place? brief interlude

I didn't think about my old church I know that sounds– kind of mean But me and my old church now Had fallen into the same old dull routine So I wrote to the paper Took out a personal ad And though I'm nobody's poet I thought it wasn't half bad

“You wanna sing hallelujah? And seek the lost in His name? If you’re NOT into rituals Or some legalist claim – I’d like to meet you by tomorrow noon The Corner Diner’s the place Start a church that’s on fire Get our plans– into shape” brief interlude

So I waited with high hopes When they walked in the place I knew their smiles in an instant I knew their ser-vice and faith It was my own church’s members And they said, “Oh, it’s you” And we laughed for a moment And I said, “I never knew

You wanna sing hallelujahs And seek the lost in His name With a zeal and devotion And a faith– unashamed If you like praise that isn’t uptight With good news– of His grace Oh, that’s the church that I look for

Let us be– such a place” brief interlude, chorus ab…

Want Ads The Honey Cone witnesses to a lonely person © 2005 by David J. Landegent

God has – life abundant and free Experience His love for sure If you accept the Lord, you’ll see – oh–

Gonna tell you what the Lord has You need a love that’s true Gonna tell you what the Lord has You’ll come to life anew

At home you find yourself, lost and all alone How sad and gloomy you feel, the thrill is gone You stay– up all night, lookin’ for some joy But listen to the gospel, listen to the truth Time to stop your cryin’ Tell ya what I'm gonna do

Gonna tell you what the Lord has When you’re in misery Gonna tell you what the Lord has The Lord will set you free

I spent my nights like you, cryin’ bitter tears Although I cried aloud, I thought nobody hears But then I called the Lord, to come into my life He’s living in my heart, we’ll never be apart Don’t think that I’m a fool I gotta share the news with you

Gonna tell you what the Lord has You need to hear the truth Gonna tell you what the Lord has You’ll find your life renewed

Extra, extra, read all about it God has – life abundant and free Experience His love for sure If you accept the Lord, you’ll see – oh–

interlude, chorus dab

But listen to the gospel, listen to the truth Time to stop your cryin’ Tell ya what I'm gonna do

chorus cb…

Popcorn Hot Butter sings an old hymn of praise © 2005 by David J. Landegent, adapted from C. Wordsworth’s 1862 “Songs of Thankfulness & Praise”

Songs of gratitude and praise Jesus, Lord, to You we raise Once revealed by heaven’s star That brought the wise men from afar Branch of David’s royal stem In Your birth at Bethlehem Word before the world began You’re God revealed to us in man God revealed at Jordan’s stream Prophet, priest and king supreme Once revealed in pow’r divine By changing water into wine Cana’s holy wedding guest Keeping to the last the best Word before the world began You’re God revealed to us in man God revealed in valiant fight Con-quer-ing the devil’s might Sins forgiven, the sick are healed Messiah and Lord, our God is revealed At the cross, it was fulfilled Ever bringing good from ill By the Word, Your Kingdom has come Begotten not made, eternity’s Son Stars shall fall and heavens fade Sun and moon shall dark be made Christ will shine and brighten the sky The nations will see Your glory divine All will hear the trumpet clear All will see the Son appear By the Word, Your Kingdom has come Begotten not made, eternity’s Son Praise– Him, everything on earth Praise– Him, Him of matchless worth Praise– Him, praise with joy and mirth Praise– Him, all you saints in church

verses 3, 4, 3 Songs of praise – songs of praise Songs of gratitude and praise

Neanderthal Man Hotlegs celebrates Genesis 1 © 2002 by David J. Landegent

God has created all men God has created our world He has created with love~ By His omnipotent Word

chorus three more times – chorus twice

He– made– every man – He– made– every man – Ah–

interlude, chorus three times

At Seventeen Janis Ian is beautiful in God’s eyes © 2005 by David J. Landegent

I learned the truth at seventeen That love was meant for beauty queens And high school girls with clear skinned smiles Who married young and then retired. The valentines I never knew The Friday night charades of youth Were spent on one more beautiful At seventeen I learned the truth.

And those of us with ravaged faces Lacking in the social graces Desperately remained at home Inventing lovers on the phone Who called to say, “Come dance with me” And offered on-ly fantasy It isn't all it seems – at seventeen.

A brown-eyed girl in hand-me-downs Whose name I never could pronounce Said, “Come to Je–sus and you’ll learn Of love that no one could– deserve Oh, He’ll give salvation and redeem, Offers everything you need With a guarantee of company And heaven for eternity

Remember those who win the game Lose the love they sought to gain So leave behind frivolity And dubious integrity For Jesus Christ will make you new In Paradise – you’ll see the truth Believe and you’ll receive – at seventeen interlude

He calls to us who knew the pain Of valentines that never came, And those whose names were never called When choosing sides for basketball. It was long ago and far away The Lord– of all would bear our shame And speak, “You’re beautiful indeed” To ugly duckling girls like me.

I was saved by grace right then in prayer And cast myself on Jesus’ care In joining others at the throne

I am no longer all alone He called and said, “Come, dance with me” In beauty, you’re My bride-to-be” He loves the girls like me – at seventeen

Vehicle The Ides of March veers heavenward © 1997 by David J. Landegent

Well, was a lonely stranger and a broken man Don’t you know, I drifted far I was hopeless, angry, til a crucified Man Came and told me of the way things are

You’re a miracle, Savior I’ll follow anywhere you wanna go You’re a miracle, Savior By now I’m sure You know That I love You, I need You, I’ll serve You and I’ll be Your child Great God in heaven, You know I love You.

Well, you know Christ was born beneath a star And He died on a cross of wood And then He rose on Easter morn You know He did it all for our good.

chorus – Oh, You know I do interlude, verse 1, chorus You’re a miracle, Lord You know that I love You, I need You, I’ll serve You and I’ll be Your child Great God in heaven, You know I love You.

If Loving You is Wrong Luther Ingram follows God in spite of opposition © 2005 by David J. Landegent

If trusting You is wrong, I don't wanna be right If being right means being without You I'd rather have You, Lord, in my life My Mom and Dad say it's a shame It's a downright disgrace But long as I got You by my side I don't care what the people say Your friends tell you – it’s no future In trustin’ Your holy plan If they’d just see You and Your glory They’d see and understand

If trusting You is wrong, I don't wanna be right If trusting You is wrong, I don't wanna be right

When I heard Your call So quickly I followed You

Knowing I got a wife and two little children Depending on me too And am I wrong to hunger For the happiness from above Know–ing I’m found and held, O Lord By Je–sus’ holy touch And am I wrong to give Your love To– a world in sin And am I wrong for trying to hold on To the message You placed within

chorus, interlude Am I wrong to give Your love To– a world in sin And am I wrong for trying to hold on To the message You placed within

chorus I don't wanna be right If it means being without You I don't wanna be right If it means – leaving Your light I don’t wanna be right If loving You is wrong…

Seasons in the Sun Terry Jacks anticipates heaven © 1999 by David J. Landegent

Goodbye to you, my trusted friend We’ve known each other since we were nine or ten Together we climbed hills and trees Learned of love and ABC’s Skinned our hearts and skinned our knees Goodbye my friend, it’s time to die The Lord above is waiting in the sky The heav’nly kingdom in the air Angel choirs everywhere Think of me and I’ll be there

We’ll have joy in the Son When the victory is won At the ending of time In the City; light will shine

Goodbye my loving family I was so thankful that you prayed for me You always taught me right from wrong In my heart you put a song Showed me how to get along Goodbye, my kin, it’s time to die The Lord above is waiting in the sky The heav’nly kingdom in the air Angel choirs everywhere Think of me and I’ll be there

chorus twice

Goodbye to all, my work is done You gave me love and helped me find the Son And everytime that I was down You would always come around And get my feet back on the ground Goodbye my church, it’s time to die The Lord above is waiting in the sky The heav’nly kingdom in the air Angel choirs everywhere Someday soon we’ll all be there

chorus four times…

The Rapper The Jaggerz try to wake up those who sleep © 1997 by David J. Landegent

The Lord—sure needs him But he’s only sleepin’ You’ll find him anywhere On a bus, in a bar, in a grocery store He’ll say, “Excuse me I’ve got no time to serve the Lord”

Nap, oh nap, oh nap They call him the napper Nap, nap, nap Will he miss the rapture?

So he starts his napping Hopin’ nothing will happen He thinks the Master Won’t be back, very soon, he forecasts it “There’s plenty of time The Lord’s coming is down the line”

chorus The Lord gave a mission But he has no ambition “What’s all the hurry There’s tomorrow—I need—my sleep” He’s got to wake from slumber Man, he’d better face reality

chorus

Chevy Van Sammy Johns finds true love © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

I sought the Lord – my spirits were saggin’ He came in– and took control I was tired – and my mind was a’draggin The Lord carried me, restored my heart and soul

I have known His providential care My Lord answers every prayer I woke up and welcomed His commands I started followin’ His holy plan

And that’s just what I need

Run the race~ to the cheering of angels Run on legs– by bowing down Better keep – your eyes on the Lord’s Son Better go– till you win the crown

chorus, interlude I’m pressin’ on– to the sound of the Lord’s call I must go– TILL I reach the end~ And what’s behind me – oh, I won’t let it bind me On the way I won’t be passing through again

chorus three times

Bluer Than Blue Michael Johnson warns against life without God © 2005 by David J. Landegent

After you go, You can catch up on your readin' After you go You’ll have a lot more time for sleepin' And without God looks like things Are gonna be a lot easier Life will be a breeze, you hope You think– that you’ll be glad, but it’s

Bluer than blue, sadder than sad God’s the only light Your empty heart has ever had Life without God is gonna be Bluer than blue

After you go You’ll have a lot more things you can covet After you go You’ll stay out all night long if you feel like it And when you're gone You can run in your own freedom And no one will ever hear you You think– that you’ll be glad, but it’s

chorus You don't have to miss no TV shows You can start your whole life over Change the numbers on your telephone But your life will sure be colder, and it’s

chorus Bluer than blue – bluer than blue

Chuck E’s in Love Rickie Lee Jones can’t figure out a reborn friend © 2005 by David J. Landegent

How come he don't come – take a peek with me Down at the theater no more And how come he turn off the T.V. And he wears that sign– for the Lord? Well, we – call and we call "How come?" we say Hey, what could make a boy behave this’a way? Yeah Well, he turned– from all the wine now And everytime, he ain’t cursin’ when he talks And it's true, it's true! He sure has acquired this kinda cool And inspired sort of joy when he walks What has happened to his old mean streak Yeah, if this ain't healthy, it is some kinda clean Fact is, he

Trusts Jesus’ love (yeah, yeah) Trusts Jesus’ love (oh, oh, oh) Trusts Jesus’ love (ah, ah) Trusts Jesus’ (love)

Well I don't believe what you're sayin' to me This is somethin' I've got to see Is he here? I look here in the pool hall Well, is he here? I look in the drug store Well, is he here? No – he don't come here – no more Well, I tell you what – I saw him He was sittin' behind us, wearin’ a shirt for Jesus And whatever it is – that he's got up his – sleeve Well, I hope it’s really contagious Why’d he change? And should we care? Oh, Christ, I think he even said– a– prayer Have you heard, all about the change Oh, he’s never gonna be the same With God’s Word, his hope is strong You– know he found love in the holy Lord And he belongs – won’t you come Trust Jesus’ love (yeah, yeah) Trust Jesus’ love (oh, oh, oh) Trust Jesus’ love (ah, ah) Trust Jesus, trust Jesus’ love~ Trust in His love, in His love~ oh, oh, oh With me

Rock Me Gently Andy Kim prays to the Lord © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

Lord, You’re good – Lord, You’re right And You are with me – You abide And we are waitin’ – anticipatin’ the time (The time, the time, the time) Seekin’ You – Lord, we remember Lord, our hearts make a – sweet surrender Beautiful are the feet – that bring the light

Mmm, make me fruitful, make me holy Mold me, Jesus; don’t let go Lord, I have never been loved like this before Savior, Savior, Make me fruitful, make me holy Mold me, Jesus; don’t let go Lord, I have never been loved like this before

O my Master, O my Savior Your Spirit moves and – drives the praises And on Your face – I see Your grace and love (And love, and love, and love) O Lord of Hosts, don’t let me go I need You, Savior – I love You, Lord You who made the sea and the stars above

chorus ab, interlude, chorus a without Mmm

Lord, You’re good; Lord, You’re right And You are with me, You abide

chorus b twice

Dancin’ in the Moonlight King Harvest goes to evening church © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

We worship God most every night When that ol' moon gets-a big and bright It's a supernatural delight Everybody's walkin’ in the Lord’s light Everybody here has seen the light No more dark, and no more night They thank the Lord; He gave them sight Everybody is walkin’ in the Lord’s light–

Walkin’ in the Lord’s light Everybody gives the Lord delight It’s such a supernatural sight Everybody's walkin’ in the Lord’s light

We’re havin’ fun in the Lord tonight In His plan, we shine the light

It's a supernatural delight Everybody is walkin’ in the Lord’s light

chorus, interlude, verse 2 Everybody’s: chorus twice Everybody’s: chorus twice…

He’s Gonna Step on You Again John Kongos warns against the devil © 2005 by David J. Landegent

Hey, believers, come a– Way from that Snake you know he Wants to take away your promised land Hey, good people, he just Want what you got, you know he’ll Never stop until he’s captured by God

Wants to stamp out your Fire He misshapes your desire Don’t you know that he can Make you forget God’s command

repeat chorus

His command, His command

Hey, believer, he got Phony plans, I tell you He’ll– make you a stranger in your land Hey, good people, he claims God’s on his side, he got a Double tongue – you’ll never think that he lie

chorus aab

He’s gonna sneak on you again He’s gonna sneak on you again He’s gonna sneak on you again He’s gonna sneak on you again He’s gonna sneak on you again He’s gonna sneak on you again He’s gonna sneak on you again

Hey believers, come a– Way from that Sake you know he’s Wants to take away your promised land Hey, good people, he claims God’s on his side, he got a Double tongue – You never think that he lie

chorus aab, interlude, chorus c…

Lotta Love Nicolette Larson can do nothing without God © 2005 by David J. Landegent

It's gonna take the Lord of love To change the way things are. It's gonna take the Lord of love Or we won't get too far So if you look in God’s direction He will make your life go right My Lord gives protection and guards your life~ It's gonna take the Lord of love To get us thru the night. It's gonna take the Lord of love To make things work out right. So if you’re anticipating The Lord will show up soon The Lord won’t keep you waiting in solitude~

interlude God’s the Lord of love God’s the Lord of love~

interlude It's gonna take the Lord of love To change the way things are. It's gonna take a lotta love Or we won't get too far. It's gonna take the Lord of love It's gonna take the Lord of love It's gonna take the Lord of love It's gonna take the Lord of love…

Falling LeBlanc & Carr plead to come back home to God © 2005 by David J. Landegent

I think of that winter, I was delivered And the snow was fallin’ down Warmed by the fire, Spirit-inspired When this missing soul was found

But I’ve fall–en – oh, I’ve fall~en I’ve fall–en – O Lord, from You

I think of that summer, I was forgiven You wrote my name in Your hand Leavin’ me never, You said forever Lord, don't let go of my hand

Cuz I’ve fall–en – oh, I’ve fall~en I’ve fall–en – O Lord, from You

The fall and the springtime Were like in between time You’re here, but then I went astray

Oh, I’m– just wantin’ to pray Won’t You please show grace

chorus b, interlude, chorus O Lord, from You – O Lord, from You

One Fine Morning Lighthouse anticipates the rapture © 2006 by David J. Landegent

One fine morning, Lord, we'll wake up Wipe the death from our eyes We’ll arise and feel the sunshine Then I know we'll realize When You come for Your people, Lord, we’ll fly– And on that mornin' when we wake up We’ll see Your face inside a cloud See You smile~ like a rainbow Hear Your voice above the crowds Calling, "Come now, my people,” and we'll fly–

Yeah, we'll fly~, yeah, we'll fly We'll fly~, yeah, we'll fly

And on that mornin' when we wake up We’ll know our life has been redeemed When unexpected, we are raptured The saints of God look up when You’re seen And everywhere we go we'll laugh and sing We'll bless You morning, noon and night And all the universe will smile on us And we know that the world is finally right–

chorus a

Yeah, we'll fly from the east, We'll fly from the west We’ll gather for praise at Your throne Yeah, we’ll fly from the north We’ll fly from the south And the planet will become Your home interlude We'll fly from the east, we'll fly from the west We’ll gather for praise at Your throne We’ll fly from the north, We’ll fly from the south And the planet will become Your home

Please Come to Boston Dave Loggins tries to run from God © 2005 by David J. Landegent

Please come to Boston for the springtime I'm stayin' here with some friends And they've got lots of room You can sell your paintings on the sidewalk

By a café where I hope to be workin' soon Please come to Boston, she said, “no” “Don’t run from what– you need”

And she said, "Hey ramblin' boy now won’tcha settle down? Boston ain't your kinda town Have faith in God And you won’t be roamin’ the streets Why not follow the plans Of the Man from Galilee

Please come to Denver with the snowfall We'll move up into the mountains so far That we can't be found And throw "I love you" echoes down the canyon And then lie awake at night Till they come back around Please come to Denver, she said "No” “Boy, don’t run from what– you need”

And she said, "Hey ramblin' boy why don’tcha settle down? Denver ain't your kinda town chorus b, interlude

Now this drifter's world goes 'round and 'round And I doubt that it's ever gonna stop But of all the dreams I've lost or found And all that I ain't got I still need to cling to – a Savior I can sing to Please come to LA to live forever California life alone is just too hard to build I live in a house that looks out over the ocean And there's some stars that fell from the sky Livin' up on the hill Please come to LA, she just said, “No” “Boy, don’t run from what– you need”

And she said, "Hey ramblin' boy why don’tcha settle down? LA can’t be your kinda town chorus

Why not follow the plans of the Man from Galilee

Brandy Looking Glass focuses on Jesus’ call of Andrew © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

There’s a port on a western bay And it serves a hundred ships a day Lonely sailors pass the time away And wonder what life’s for There’s a man in this harbor town And he works – till the fish are found Call him Andrew, let there be no doubt

Will he be fishin’ for life?

The sailors say “Andrew, it’s a fine world What a good life on the sea What more– could a–ny sailor – wanna be?

Andrew, fixin’ nets one day Saw a holy preacher come and walk his way He’s stoppin’ and He said his name He commanded Andrew “Come” He left – on that very day Droppin’ nets – he walked away Left his fishin’ gear, he couldn’t stay He heard his Lord say “Come”

The Savior said, “Andrew, I am callin’ (I am callin’) My disciple, you will be (I am callin’) Give your life, your ship and your sailing Up for me” (doo-doo-doo-doo…)

Andrew used to watch His eyes When He told His kingdom stories Saw Him heal the sick and make ‘em rise He saw the Savior’s glory And Andrew always shared the truth For he was a gen’rous man Andrew helps the rest to understand His life – is the Master’s now Andrew preaches from town to town He once was lost, but now He’s found He still can hear Him say

He hears Him say, “Andrew, I am callin’ (I am callin’) My disciple, you will be (I am callin’) Give your life, your ship and your sailing Up for me” (doo-doo-doo-doo…)

Pop Muzik M sings to the Lord a new song © 2006 by David J. Landegent

(God’s got – good music) (God’s got – good music)

Look up – bow down

chorus a Radio, video – boogie in the good race You’re livin' in the Lord’s love Forget about the rat race Up at the daybreak, singin’ for the Lord’s sake Awesome custom – true devotion

Singin’ out – God’s music Singin’ out – God’s music

(Glory hallelujah) This song is dedicated

(Look up to God) to the Lord who made it (Glory hallelujah) sing His praises (Look up to God) be elated

New York, London, Paris, Munich Everybody’s singin’ out – God’s music chorus ba

Singing in the subway, gonna let the light shine Singin’ to God above, psalms on the hit line Wanna be the Lord’s singer, Not just a hum-dinger Even if the song is slow Worship is the way to go

chorus b (Glory hallelujah) sing the melody (Look up to God) harmonizing freely (Glory hallelujah) God is the greatest (Look up to God) YOU know what I mean

Hit it – now YOU know what to say

(Singin’ out) singin’ out – God’s music (Singin’ out) singin’ out – God’s music chorus a

All around the world – wherever you are Stand on your feet, praise the Lord on high Praise Him in your car in the middle of the night Hallelujah, hal-le-lu~jah Hallelujah, hallelu Hallelujah, hal-le-lu~jah Hallelujah, hallelu Praise in the supermart – singin’ in the fastlane Listen to the countdown They're playin' God’s song again I’m gonna stay on track Until the Lord gets back Joyful music, we’ll be choosin’ it

chorus b (Glory hallelujah) it’s all around you (Look up to God) gonna surround you (Glory hallelujah) it’s all around you (Look up to God) hit it

chorus cba

Now – listen – Singin’ out – (God’s got – good music) Singin’ out – (God’s got – good music) Singin’ out – forever

chorus a

Do you read me – loud and clear

chorus a…

Torn Between Two Lovers Mary MacGregor must decide between God & money © 2005 by David J. Landegent

There are times– when we sinners Must confess what’s in our life Even though we know how much it’s gonna hurt Before I say another word, Let me tell you, “I’m untrue” And confess to you I’ve played the game of grabbing all I can I’ve been a greedy one And it’s money – that I loved And that surely means I loved God less But the goods of life possessed me And they seized my very will There’s just this empty place inside of me That money seemed to fill

Torn between two masters, livin’ like a fool Serving God alone or Mammon, I must choose Torn between two masters, livin’ like a fool Lovin’ ‘em both – impossible to do

You mustn’t be complacent Just because you have your wealth Is it your one real love – this stuff you have? And all the things you ever said To God, are they still true? For God and wealth can’t share your heart There’s only one to choose

chorus If your money claims you Then you’ll turn and walk away But with everything you must decide To follow God today

chorus…

Feels So Good Chuck Magione praises God with Psalm 113 © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Praise– the– Lord– O praise the Lord O let the name Of the Lord be praised both now And evermore From when the sun Rises up – till when it sets– Above the earth Above the heav’ns

The Lord is raised Who is like the Lord? The One enthroned on High Who stoops down to His people He lifts the poor from dirt and dust He lifts the needy ones who trust He seats them with the royal ones So let us praise– the– Lord–

long interlude, verses 1-3…

Everybody Plays the Fool Main Ingredient offers hope to the broken-hearted © 2005 by David J. Landegent

OK, so you’re heart-broken You sit around, mopin’, cryin’ and cryin’ You say, you even thinkin’ about dyin’? Well, before you do anything rash – dig this!

Though you’re feelin’ like a fool (this time) There’s hope from heaven; Jesus rules (Listen, people) The Lord can patch you up, fix you too (I ain’t lyin’) Heal what’s broke and make it new

Falling in love is such an easy thing to do, And there's no guarantee that the one you love Is gonna love you. Oh~ lovin' eyes they cannot see A way a person is gonna be Love runs deeper than any ocean, It clouds your mind with emo–tion.

Though you’re feelin’ like a fool (this time) There’s hope from heaven; Jesus rules (Listen, people) The Lord can patch you up, fix you too (I wanna tell ya) Heal what’s broke and make it new~ ooh~

So when you falter as the music starts to play And your ability to reason – is swept away Oh~ heaven on earth is all you see; You're out of touch with reality And now you cry, but when you do The Lord God’s around helping you get through

Though you’re feelin’ like a fool (this time) There’s hope from heaven; Jesus rules (Listen, people) The Lord can patch you up, fix you too (I wanna say it again) Heal what’s broke and make it new (Listen to me, people) Though you’re feelin’ like a fool (this time) There’s hope from heaven; Jesus rules (Up in heaven Jesus rules)

The Lord can patch you up, fix you too (Each time) Heal what’s broke and make it new (Listen, listen, people) Though you’re feelin’ like a fool…

Suavecito Malo sings praise to Jesus for new life © 2005 by David J. Landegent

Hal~lelu, hal-le-lu~jah Hal~lelu, hal-le-lu~jah

Never– I never knew a love till You gave me life – I never– no, no, yeah I never knew a love till You gave me life

The way that You brought me in the light The way that You make things go right Forever You're in my heart Lord, You're filling me to light the dark

Savior Jesus Messiah Savior Jesus revealin’ there’s a brand new life Savior Jesus Messiah – Savior Jesus

You’re healin’– You’re healing with a brand new life of truth – Cuz ever since the day I met You I knew that You would – make me brand new Now I sing to You each day Gonna walk upon Your Holy Way

Savior Jesus Messiah, I’ll follow You now Savior Jesus – O You gave Your righteous love Savior Jesus Messiah, You’re really true Savior Jesus, And You know, O Lord, I love You

I– need You Love You~, You~, You~, You– All I need is You If it weren’t for You, I don't know what I’d do Hallelu~jah, hallelu~jah Hal~lelu, hal-le-lu~jah

chorus a Cuz I know we'll always be In heaven, our destiny From here on we’re gonna see You’re the Light of love eternally

chorus c Savior Jesus Messiah – Savior Jesus Savior Jesus Messiah – Savior Jesus

Savior Jesus Messiah – Savior Jesus Savior Jesus Messiah – Savior Jesus Savior Jesus Messiah

Reflections of My Life Marmalade sees God at work even in trouble © 2006 by David J. Landegent

The changing – of darkness – to true light Reflected by the Christ – oh, how it fills my eyes I’m needing – from evil – and trouble Protection for my life – Lord, You can guard my mind

All my sorrows – end tomorrow Bring me back – to Your throne, Lord All my crying (all my crying), You are nullifying Bring me back – to Your throne, Lord interlude

He’s changing – arranging – He’s changing He’s changing– everything, Ah, everything around me The world is – a bad place – a bad place But God will give grace to live Oh, and I know I’ll survive

chorus – (oh~ I'm going home) – chorus…

As the Years Go By Mashmakhan finds love defined by Christ © 2006 by David J. Landegent

A child asks his mother, “Do you love me?” And it really means “Will you– protect me?” His mother answers him, “I love you” And it really means, “You've been a good boy” In the Word of Christ– true love has been defined At seventeen his girl says, “Do you love me?” And it really means, “Will you– respect me?” The teenage boy answers, “I love you” And it really means, “Can I make love to you?” In the Word of Christ– true love has been defined

Christ~ will love you – forever Christ~ will love you – forever interlude

At 65, his wife says, “Do you love me?” And it means, “I'd like to hear it again” Her husband says to her, “I love you” But it really means, “I love you till the end” In the Word of Christ– true love has been defined Now you're asking me if I love you And it really means, ”Will I marry you?

And I answer, “Yes, I love you” And it really means that I won't be untrue In the Word of Christ– true love has been defined

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Too Much, Too Little, Too Late Johnny Mathis finds hope in times of marital conflict © 2006 by David J. Landegent

It’s not over – God has a way Sorry, I got mad– I should–’ve prayed No reason it should end We– gotta start again today, today Yes, our love is– a gift from God He’s the reason for us– to hang on Although we didn’t agree There’s unity for you and me, And it’s clear~ to see

Too much is really at stake To say goodbye to you Too much is really at stake When we both vowed, “I do” No need for bringin’ an end to What God can renew He chose us, oh, He will show~ us Too much is really at stake To let our marriage end Too much is really at stake We’re lovers and we’re friends Too much is really at stake It doesn’t have to end Oh, He chose, He chose us

It’s not over, though the chips are down Many of our bridges tumbled down But God is on our side In Him we’re unified He chose us, (He chose us) He chose us

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Woodstock Matthews Southern Comfort journeys to heaven © 2006 by David J. Landegent

I came upon a child of God He was walking along the road When I asked him, “Where are you going?” This he told me: “I'm going toward the Kingdom Come I await the Son of– Man I’ll reach the Promised Land He came set my soul free”

Up in hea–ven, streets are golden And the Lord will bring us back,

Back to the Garden Then, can I walk beside you? I have come now to live for God And I feel the Lord above is soon returning And surely when the Lord appears And surely when He comes again Then I’ll greet the Great I AM For that I’m yearning

chorus By the time we got to heaven We were tens of millions strong Everywhere was a song, and a celebration And I dreamed I saw the angels Singing praises in the sky Praising God as prophesied from every nation

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Do You Want to Make Love? Peter McCann tells us not to play games with God © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Trust Christ – and you’ll find He fills the empty gloom Gives– life– new meaning – When His love breaks through Truly and fully – All the words He says are true Answer the question He would ask of you

Do you wanna please God Or do you just wanna fool around I guarantee it will bring you down If you try and fool yourself Do you wanna please God Or do you just wanna fool around You can take Him seriously Or stray without His help

Taste all – the freedom That the Savior has poured out News He’s – revealing Will bring freedom now The Lord shows – the true road And the Word of God is deep God’s made a promise He intends to keep

chorus If you want immortality You could find it so easily Will you trust and believe Will you look to the Christ – Or will you follow after lies?

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You Don’t Have to be a Star Marilyn McCoo: God works through ordinary people © 2006 by David J. Landegent

You don’t have to be a star You can come as you are, with just your heart And He’ll– take you in Though rejected and hurt, to Him– you’re worthy Though you– have much sin Now He don't need no superstar Cuz He'll accept you as you are. You won't be denied, cuz He’s– reconciled With His love, you’ll go higher

You don't have to be a star preacher, To be in God’s show You don't have to be a star preacher, To be in God’s show.

You know that nobody else could play the tune That God– wants to hear So stop your feeling so down, cuz now you’ve

found That He’s drawing you near – He loves you There'll be no cheering from the crowds, But the Lord – says that you count There'll be no parade, no TV or stage, But you’re loved past your– dying day

You don't have to be a star preacher, To be in God’s show You don't have to be a star preacher, To be in God’s kingdom kind of show. interlude

You don’t have to be a star You don’t have to be a star It’s not just “stars” who can shine The smallest ones count – in show–ing His love What does “celebrity” mean – if it don’t mean The Lord’s– number one?

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It’s a Crying Shame Gayle McCormack reads I John about love © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Love comes from the Lord If you call His name, you can love even more (Love from the Lord) chorus again

Readin’ John’s letter, I’m findin’ what’s better That God is love and love won’t end On the cross of Jesus Christ, atoning sacrifice It’s for everyone who falls in sin Now all has been forgiven by our own Savior Gave His life for you and me Now our hearts are right, for we’re justified So clean in Jesus’ sight It’s written in the letter:

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We gotta love each other As sisters and as brothers For Jesus surely leads the way We can only love because Jesus first brought love to us Love is really here to stay The cross of Jesus Christ is how grace is pictured You belong to Him al-ways If you see a need, then just intercede And a do a loving deed It’s written in the letter:

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Love comes from the Lord If you call His name, you can claim it Then you can claim it

Love is God’s command If you call His name, you can love every man (Love every man) Love just can’t be beat There’s no fear and shame But rather love is complete (love is complete) Oh– (Love is complete, love is complete) Let’s just love the Savior

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Morning After Maureen McGovern looks to the Lord in crises © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Our God will see us through disaster If we can hold on through the night We have a chance to find the Lord’s kind Let's keep on lookin' for His light Oh, can't you see Him in disaster? He’s walking with us through the storm Someday we’ll cross the bridge to heaven And find a place that's safe and warm It's not too late – the Lord is living With our God’s love– we can thrive It's not too late – not while He’ll living Let's lift our hands up to Christ Our God will see us through disaster

We’re moving closer to the Lord I know that He will end our sorrows And we'll escape the darkness We won't be hurtin’ any more–

Our God will see us through disaster (Our God will see us through disaster) repeat chorus five more times…

Do You Know What I Mean? Lee Michaels learns from the temptation of Jesus © 1998 by David J. Landegent

Been forty days in the wilderness Jesus fasting, the devil tempts Do you know what I mean? Do you know, know what I mean? Turn these stones here, into bread Jesus said “With God’s Word I’m fed” Do you know what I mean? Oh, do you know what I mean? Jesus brought to, the temple top Devil told him, “Why don’t you step off?” Do you know what I mean? Do you know, know what I mean? “Angels guard you, you’ll walk on air” My Lord would never, test God’s care Do you know what I mean? Oh, do you know what I mean? Then He said, “Though, you try to tempt me, and offer me more My allegiance, is to God as my Lord I will not veer, for the cross is my fate Gonna give myself for all the world Gonna die for all the world Gonna die in, their place He was tempted, yesterday He resisted, and showed me the way Do you know what I mean? Oh, do you know what I mean? Just resist the, devil’s deeds Just resist him, you know he’ll flee Do you know what I mean? Oh, do you know what I mean? Been forty days in the wilderness I just saw how, the devil tempts Do you know what I mean? Oh, do you know what I mean? I just saw how, Jesus stayed In the will of, God when He prayed Do you know what I mean? Oh, do you know what I mean?

Lord, help me

Music Box Dancer Frank Mills sings hymns of praise (Rev. 4-5) © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Amen! You – O Lord, are worthy of praise Glory, honor, wealth and power Unto Your name Amen! You – O Lord, are worthy of praise You have made the whole creation We are amazed Amen! You – O Lord, are worthy of praise Wisdom, honor, strength and power Unto Your name Amen! You – O Lord, are worthy of praise To redeem You came to be The Lamb that was slain

The church’s one foundation’s Truly Jesus the Lord She is His new creation By the water and Word From heav’n He came and sought her Just to make her His bride With His own blood He bought her And for her life He died

chorus ab I serve a risen Savior And He’s living today I know that He is with me And He’s with me to stay I see His hand of mercy And I hear His voice cheer And just the time I need Him Then I know that He’s near

chorus ab O Jesus I have promised I would serve to the end Be Thou forever near me, Be my Master and Friend I shall not fear the battle If You’re here by my side I follow on Your pathway If You’ll just be my guide I love to tell the story of the Savior above Of Jesus and His glory, yes, of Jesus’ great love I love to tell the story ‘cause I know it is true It satisfies my longing like no other can do

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Eres Tu Mocedades answers Pilate’s question © 2006 by David J. Landegent

The world has a question, “Is it true? is it true?” They’re hearin’ the gospel, but they’re doubtful They’re needin’ a reason if it’s true, if it’s true They need– to see– if it’s true They’re wantin’ an answer, “Is it true, is it true?” Is the Lord gracious, will He par–don? So give them a reason that it’s true, oh, it’s true They need– to see– that it’s true

What is truth? That’s how Pilate asked the question What is truth? Its name is Jesus Christ, our God (What is truth?) Yes, our Lord is the truth (What’s the way to find the answer?) He’s the Way and the Life, the Resurrection (What is truth?) He can live in you– ooh~ And He’s the only way to God

Now and forever, He’s the truth, He’s the truth The Son of God’s story let’s know Him Believe and you’ll be changed By the truth, by the truth You’ll see, you’ll see, that He’s true

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All the Young Dudes Mott the Hoople gives an altar call to street people © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Well, Billy rapped all night about his suicide How he’d kick it in the head when he was 25 Speed jive, don’t want to stay alive When you’re twenty-five & Wendy’s stealing clothes from Marks & Sparks And Freddy’s got spots From ripping off the scars – from his face Life is just a rat race Television news is crazy Tellin’ of juvenile delinquent wrecks Oh~ man, what’s on TV is on-ly – plastic I need to confess– I’m a Christian

(All) All you young dudes (hey, dudes) Hear the Good News (where are ya) Lose all your blues (stand up, come on) Hear the Good News All you young dudes (God wants to hear you) Hear the Good News (He wants to see you) Lose all your blues (He wants to talk to you) Hear the Good News (all of you)

Lucy looks sweet when she dresses like a queen But she can kick like a mule, She’s a real mean teen She’s needin’ love – oh yes, needin’ love And my brother’s back at home With his Beatles and his Stones He never got it off on that revolution stuff He’s a drag – too many snags He– drank a lotta wine and he’s wastin’ time Gonna face his past ahead Oh~ but the Lord is all around Because He isn’t dead– yeah– I’m a Christian

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All you young dudes (God wants to hear you) Hear the Good News (He wants to see you) Lose all your blues (He wants to relate to you) Hear the Good News All you young dudes (you dudes) Hear the Good News (Just hear the news come on) Lose all your blues (He wants to change you) Hear the Good News

All you young dudes (Hey you there – with the glasses) Hear the Good News (God loves you) Lose all your blues (God loves you at the cross) Hear the Good News

(Now you, listen in) All you young dudes (Now you, come on down cuz God loves you) Hear the Good News Lose all your blues (Just come up right here, come on, come on) Hear the Good News (come down, here you go) All you young dudes (I’ve wanted to tell you for years) Hear the Good News (seek the Lord) Lose all your blues (give him your will) Hear the Good News

Mississippi Queen Mountain follows the true King © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Jesus is the King, if you know what I mean Jesus is the King, He taught me everything

I finally found– His grace I found the one and only Way He’s a gracious Savior You know that Jesus is the King

Jehovah gave commandments His Word’s better than life While the rest of them dudes Were gettin’ their kicks All my sins were pardoned, I was findin’ life chorus a

The Savior, He asked me, if I’d be born again~ You know that I told Him, my life’s in His hands To seek a life that’s holy, be a branch on the Vine While the rest of them dudes Were makin' their friends All my sins were pardoned, I was findin’ life

interlude, chorus b Yeah, Jesus is the King

How Do You Do? Mouth & MacNeal witnesses to a friend in despair © 2006 by David J. Landegent

You just look so sad and blue Like you just wanna die You often wonder what is true And you’re unsatisfied But Jesus came to make you whole And gave His love to you And He’s got one solution that Will help you start anew

Let God renew, mm-mm He calls the lost to find the Way Just seek – His truth And then you will be unafraid Just love – the Lord And you’ll be saved by God today You’ll be – restored And you will thank Him everyday Hey, that’s what we’re living for repeat chorus, verse 1, chorus three tiems…

Midnight at the Oasis Maria Muldaur in the wilderness with Israel © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Midnight at the oasis Put complainin’ to bed God revealed that He’s gracious Traces – of providential bread Heaven's glory in full bloom Shinin’ just for us We all camp in the sand dunes Real soon – the water will start to gush

Come on, trust the Lord again

He’ll point out the way Come on, till the journey ends Till the journey ends

Moses has the answers For the Lord he speaks He gives the Lord’s commandments Handed – down on the mountain peak

interlude I know the desert’s a hard place We’re nomads one and all With miracles never ending God is sending – help when His name we call The Promised Land of milk and honey In time, He’ll provide And we won’t need more manna No, no – when we follow where He guides

chorus, verse 1 Oh, come on – oh, come on Ooh, yeah – oh~

In the Summer Time Mungo Jerry leads church at the beach © 1997 by David J. Landegent

In the worship time when our spirits are high You can stretch right up and touch the sky When the Lord is nigh, you got Jesus, you got

Jesus on your mind Lift His name, lift it high Go right and see that He is kind On the sabbath morn, celebrate with a meal On the sabbath morn, tell the Lord how you feel We all need a break, we all need a chance to really

come alive When the Sunday comes We are strengthened and renewed and fortified When forgiven, when I’m forgiven and free We love everybody; it’s the Lord that we please When the Lord is nigh, we start singing and get

down upon our knees We’re always happy God is greater than a man’s philosophy When the Spirit’s here, then it’s worship time Bring your gifts and bring your tithes And we’ll let our light so shine We all need the Word, we all need to hear God’s

wisdom for today He will speak to us, And we’re always glad to follow in His Way Sing along with us, praise the Lord with me Allelu-i-a, yeah, we’re hap-pap-y

Praise the Lord, for He’s the One we want to please

We’re always happy God is greater than a man’s philosophy

Wildfire Michael Murphey invites us to the Father’s family © 2006 by David J. Landegent

He came down – FROM the heavens In dark flat land, He shines And He came to make you God’s child He’s the Word that’s cru–cified And He rose to bring us life Oh, they say – He died for sinners And He came to save the lost And He came to make you God’s child Callin’ out to all Life is given at the cross

The Word calls you God’s– child The Word calls you God’s– child The Word calls you God’s~ child~

In the darkness of noon, it ended Three days la–ter He arose There isn’t no doubt How my life’s forgiven now For His light’s in my soul He’s coming for me I know If you’re God’s child, you know that you’ll go

You’ll be known as God’s– child You’ll be known as God’s– child You’ll be known as God’s~ child~

(You’re God’s– child), you’ve been invited (God’s– child), you gotta leave~ Your evil behind (You’re God’s child), get those false lines Right on out of your mind Come be God’s~ child…

I Can See Clearly Now Johnny Nash celebrates God’s presence © 1998 by David J. Landegent

I can see clearly now the Lord has come He has cleared all obstacles in my way Gone are the dark– clouds that had me blind It’s gonna be a bright (bright) bright (bright)

sunshiny day It’s gonna be a bright (bright) bright (bright)

sunshiny day I think I can make it now the Lord has come All of the bad feelings have disappeared He is the Savior I’ve been praying for

It’s gonna be a bright (bright) bright (bright) sunshiny day

Look all around there’s nothing but blue sky Look straight ahead, to Jesus who’s on high— I can see clearly now the Lord has come He has cleared all obstacles in my way Gone are the dark– clouds that had me blind It’s gonna be a bright (bright) bright (bright)

sunshiny day It’s gonna be a bright (bright) bright (bright)

sunshiny day

Love Hurts Jesus of Nazareth suffers on the cross © 1998 by David J. Landegent

Love hurts, love smarts, Love wounds, God’s heart On the cross, look up He’s strong, enough

To take a lot of pain, take a lot of pain Love that comes from God Never loves in vain Love hurts, ooh, love hurts

I’m young, I know But e—ven so I know a thing, or two I learned, the Truth

I really learned a lot, really learned a lot Love will sacrifice He gives you all He’s got Love hurts, ooh, love hurts

God forgives, our sinfulness Selfishness, our brokenness God reveals Himself to bless On the cross you’ll see

I know it’s very true, I know it’s very true Love was crucified, just to get to you Love hurts, ooh, love hurts, ooh love hurts interlude & then repeat preceding section

Big Yellow Tax Neighborhood supports Christian environmentalism © 2006 by David J. Landegent

They paved – paradise and put up a parking lot With a pink hotel, a boutique And a swingin’ hot spot

Don’t it always seem to go That you don’t know what you’ve got Till it’s gone They paved paradise and put up a parking lot Ooh, bop, bop, bop, bop

Ooh, bop, bop, bop, bop

They took all the trees, put ‘em in a tree museum And they charged the people A dollar and a half just to see ‘em

chorus ab Hey, farmer, farmer, put away the DDT now Give me spots on my apples But leave me the birds and the bees

chorus ab On Day Six, the Lord said TO this man I have given dominion Give the best care that you can

chorus aa They paved paradise & put up a parking lot…

Short People Randy Newman tells about Zacchaeus © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Short people like – Zacchaeus Short people like – Zacchaeus Short people like – Zacchaeus need love He had – little hands, little eyes He walked around tellin' great big lies He had – little conscience, And often he would cheat He couldn’t – see the Lord So he climbed up in a tree, but the

Lord loves those short people God loves those short people God calls those short people, “come here”

Short people are just the same as you and I (So look up on high) All men are sinners, so drop– your fool–ish pride (All can follow the Lord) Short people need – forgiveness Short people need – forgiveness Short people need – forgiveness and love The Lord’s – gonna be his guest, With Zach as host “I’ll come – to your house just to say hello” He’ll meet – all his friends, Who all cheat, cheat, cheat They will – listen closely to what Jesus preached He will – lead ‘em to repentance And change their little minds They’ll be forgiven – every time, for the

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Heaven on the Seventh Floor Paul Nicholas looks forward to heavenly worship © 2006 by David J. Landegent

(Whoa – hallelujah – hallelujah, hallelu~jah) Lookin’ up – to God on High Worship is the heart of our life (together, amen) Lookin’ up, I said, – “Amen” He is our Redeemer and Light I mean for – ever – yeah For it’s in – God we trust, our Great Creator Jesus is our Judge and our – Mediator

Heaven’s where we love the Lord (Sing hallelujah now) Heaven’s where we love the Lord (I wanna tell you) With the angels, all the saints adore The Holy Trinity for eternity (hey, hey, hey)

At the throne we sing our thanks Jesus is the Lamb and the Light (Forever – Amen) It’s our home for endless days Forever sing and shout in honor of Christ, forever The Lord’s our– gracious friend Our Hope and our Creator We’re given so much love by our – Mediator

Heaven’s where we love the Lord Heaven’s where we love the Lord (I wanna tell you) With the angels, all the saints adore The Holy Trinity for eternity (hey, hey, hey) (Up in heaven, hallelujah) (Up in heaven, hallelujah)

And as the music plays – for the Creator We know the Lord above is our – Mediator

Heaven’s where we love the Lord Heaven’s where we love the Lord With the angels, all the saints adore The Holy Trinity for eternity (hey, hey, hey) Up in heaven

(Heaven) heaven’s where we love the Lord (Up in heaven) heaven’s where we love the Lord

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I Like Dreamin’ Kenny Nolan thanks the Lord for liberty © 2006 by David J. Landegent

I like freedom, the freedom to do what’s right I like freedom, lettin’ the light– of Jesus shine Nothing weighs me down When walking in His light Got Him in my heart All the chains released That held me tight

I need the Holy Lord, I need His love divine I now belong, I’ve been redeemed by Jesus Christ Understand: The captives are re–leased at His command By our side, He binds our sin He’s giving you, your liberty With truth to set you free

chorus a We’re redeemed – now our love has grown I see us with God’s children, Round His holy throne Reconciled, we all surrender to the Lord above Blessed by love, the Word we share We walk by faith, we’re freed by truth Freed from every snare

I like freedom, the freedom to do what’s right We’re not bearing the load, of horrible sin Jesus has renewed our minds (I like freedom, the freedom to do what’s right) Seek the Savior who loves you (I like freedom – ooh) Oh– seek the Savior Don’t be in slav’ry all your life (I like freedom, the freedom to do what’s right) You need to – seek the Savior who loves you (I like freedom – ooh) Oh– seek the Savior You’ll be redeemed in His light (I like freedom, the freedom to do what’s right) Oh, seek the Savior who loves you

Cat Scratch Fever Ted Nugent is cured by faith © 1998 by David J. Landegent

Well, I don’t know where they come from But they sure do come I know they’re comin’ for me And I don’t know how they do it But they’re sharin’ the Word I know they’re doin’ it for free

They call ‘em true believers

True believers Well, the first time that they told me I was just ten years old Got it from some Christian next door Well, he said I was a sinner And the Lord is the cure Why don’t I trust in the Lord?

And join the true believers True believers And join the true believers True believers

The Lord is savin’ us He took my pain I got to ch-ch-change You know you gotta when ya, ya wanna pray It makes a sinner pray, pray I repent and pray

interlude Well, I prayed the sinner’s prayer When I folded my hands You know I want to believe And I know He made me whole When I told Him I was bad I know He died on the Tree

I joined the true believers True believers I joined the true believers True believers…

Put Your Hand in the Hand Ocean testifies © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

Put your hand in the hand Of the Man who stilled the water. Put your hand in the hand Of the Man who calmed the sea. Turn away from yourself And you can look at others diff'rently By puttin' your hand in the hand Of the Man from a Galilee.

Every time I look into the Holy Book I wanna tremble. When I read about the part Where a carpenter cleared the temple For the buyers and the sellers Were no diff'rent fellas than what I profess to be. And it causes me pain To know that I'm not the man that I should be.

chorus Mama taught me how to pray Before I reached the age of seven.

And when I'm down on my knees That's a when I'm close to heaven. Jesus paid the price with a big sacrifice The Father’s will to do And He showed me the love The kind it takes – to make us new

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Undercover Angel Alan O’Day testifies to the King of angels © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Yeah. yeah – Cryin' on my pillow, lonely in my bed Then I heard a voice inside me, & it gently said, Jesus is the true light, Savior who redeems And when I listened, He said, “See what I mean?”

I found love– He said, “Come unto Me” I said "All right!" He said "Love the Lord of glory”

He’s the King of angels, for eternity Forever He redeems the ones who will believe He’s the King of angels, The answer to my prayer He made me know that there’s a love for me To share (God cares) – yeah, God cares

Then when I surrendered, freedom arose (I discovered) Givin’ up my heart to Jesus, soon made me whole He said, “Go find the lost ones, Love them and then When you tell them what is right They’ll know I’m a Friend”

chorus abc Now you know my story, the Word is my light You gotta take Him in your heart For love that makes right He’s the King of angels, Jesus the Christ, Wasn’t for the angels that the Lord came to die

I found love– He said, “Come unto Me” I said "All right!" He’s said, “I’ll make you free” chorus a

He’s the King of angels, for eternity Forever He redeems the ones who will believe He’s the King of angels, The answer to my prayer He made me know that there’s a love for me

Love the Lord of glory chorus b…

Goodtime Charlie’s Got the Blues Danny O’Keefe wonders who will witness to Charlie © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Everybody's goin' away Said they're movin' to LA There's not a soul I know around Everybody's leavin' town Some caught a freight, some caught a plane Find the sunshine, leave the rain They said this town's a waste of time I guess they're right, it's wastin' mine

Stuck in his sin, stuck in his views Who’ll tell Charlie God renews? Who’ll tell Charlie God renews? interlude

Ya know my heart keeps tellin' me "You're not a kid at thirty-three" "Ya play around, ya lose your wife" "Ya play too long, you lose your life" I got my pills to ease the pain Can't find a thing to ease the rain I'd love to try and settle down But everybody's leavin' town

Stuck in his sin, stuck in his views Who’ll tell Charlie God renews? Who’ll tell Charlie God renews? Who’ll tell Charlie God renews?

A Little Bit of Soap Nigel Olsson offers hope to the hopeless © 2006 by David J. Landegent

The Lord’ll give you hope To wash away the teardrops on your face The Lord’ll give you hope – to move on Cancel all your sins and erase The pain in your heart – and your eyes That were formed in those lonely years The Lord’ll will give you hope To fully wash – away your tears, ooh The Lord’ll give you hope (Lord’ll give you hope) To wash away the sorrow deep within The Lord’ll give you hope (yes, the Lord will) To move on – let a brand new story begin He’ll take away the hurt – that you felt That were formed in the lonely years

The Lord’ll will give you hope To fully wash – away your tears

Now have you heard – the Lord of you and I Hears it when we cry – night and day? With just a Word – He’ll comfort you & bless And take you from this mess, take you– away interlude

Mmm, yes, the Lord’ll give you hope (Lord’ll give you hope) And take away your troubles eventually The Lord’ll give you hope (yes, the Lord will) To move on (yes, the Lord will) Wash away the memory Call His name – in the night He’ll erase all the lonely years The Lord’ll will give you hope To fully wash away your tears Oh, the Lord’ll give you hope (yes, the Lord will) – (Lord’ll give you) something that’ll – (Quickly wash away the tears) (Yes, the Lord will – Lord’ll give you hope) – (Quickly wash away the tears) (Yes, the Lord will) yes, the Lord’ll (Lord’ll give you) – something that’ll – (Quickly wash away the tears) (Yes, the Lord will) yes, the Lord’ll (Something that’ll) – (Quickly wash away the tears)…

Are You Ready? Pacific Gas & Electric asks an End-time question © 2006 by David J. Landegent

There's rumors of war Men dying and women crying If you breathe air, you'll die Perhaps you wonder the reason why But wait! Don't you worry A new day is dawning We'll greet the Son – and away we'll fly

Are you ready – to sit by His throne? Are you ready – not to be alone? Someone's coming to take you home And if you're ready, then He'll carry you home

(Are you ready – are you ready)

People say that He won't come And I don't know what say you But if He should, would you be the one? I've got a little question I'd like to ask you

chorus ab Brothers and sisters, I have many Comin’ around to praise the King

Now we belong, He’s makin’ us ready We’re singin’ our music to Jesus the King

chorus a, interlude, chorus a (Yes, I'm ready) Are you ready? (Yes, I'm ready) Are you ready? (Yes, I'm ready) I've got to know, yeah (Yes, I'm ready) You sound real good (Yes, I'm ready) Are you ready? (Yes, I'm ready) Gonna be sunshine again (Yes, I'm ready) And the flowers growing (Yes, I'm ready) Children playing (Yes, I'm ready) Gonna be all right (Yes, I'm ready) You've got to be ready (Yes, I'm ready) I know you're ready (Yes, yes, I'm ready) Say it loud one more time (Yes, yes, I'm ready) Oh, yeah (Yes, yes, I'm ready) Oh, yeah (Yes, yes, I'm ready) Sing it out louder (yes, yes, I’m ready)…

The Night Chicago Died Paper Lace celebrates Passover © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Cryin’ out to God – They were held by– the Egyptians Back when the Jews were slaves Back in the bad old days In the heat of a summer night~ When the Lord broke the Pharaoh’s will In the land of Egyptian pride~ Well, they talk about it still When the Lord upon the throne Said to Pharaoh, “Let them go” And He sent ten plagues in all But the Pharaoh only stalled

I heard the Pharaoh cry I heard him cry the night the firstborn died Brother, what a night it really was Every Israelite would learn to trust Glory be! I heard the Pharaoh cry I heard him cry the night the firstborn died In the morning light the people saw How the Lord of life did miracles Yes, indeed!

And the sound of the grieving rang~ Through the streets when the firstborn died But the people of Yahweh sang~ All because they’re safe inside They applied the blood of lambs On the doorways and the jambs So the angel passed right by And the folks inside didn’t die

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But the terror soon would fall~ When the midnight angel called – Then the Lord broke open wide All the chains of Pharaoh’s pride And the Jews were no more slaves And they left the land that day

The night the firstborn died (Hallelu, hallelujah to the Lord of life) The night the firstborn died In the morning light the people saw How the Lord of life did miracles Yes, indeed! chorus bb

I Think I Love You Partridge Family vainly resists God’s gracious call © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Hal–lelujah, sing hallelujah, hal–lelu~jah I'm sleeping And right in the middle of a good dream Like all at once I wake up From something that keeps knocking at my brain Before I go insane, I hold my pillow to my head And spring up in my bed Screaming out the words I dread: “The Father loves you” (the Father loves you) This morning, I woke up with this feeling I didn't know how to deal with And so I just decided to myself I'd hide it from myself And never talk about it And didn't I start to doubt it Till the knocking had resumed “The Father loves you” (the Father loves you)

“The Father loves you” So what am I so afraid of I’m afraid that I’m not sure of A love there is no cure for “The Father loves you” Isn’t that what life is made of Though it worries me to say That the Father wants to save interlude

I don’t know what I’m up against I don’t know what it’s all about I’ve got so much to think about – hey–

chorus Believe me, I really don't want to worry I only want to become happy And if the Father calls to me, I will

And I will be fulfilled If I just pray to God and love Him Yes, I think He’s made a case I will ask Him for His grace Cuz the Father loves me The Father loves you The Father loves you! (The Father loves you!) The Father loves you! (The Father loves you!) The Father loves you! (The Father loves you!) The Father loves you! (The Father loves you!)

Me and Mrs. Jones Billy Paul feels guilty about his adultery © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Me and Mrs. Jones– We got a thing– going on We both know that it's wrong But we’re too headstrong – to follow God now

Sinnin’ ev'ry day – at the same cafe, Six-thirty – I know, I know she'll be there Holding hands, breakin’ all God’s commands While the Lord God tells us we’re so wrong Me~ and~ Mrs., Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones

chorus Although we are– extra careful We’ll reap what we sow with our lies Cuz she's got – her own obligations And so, and so do I, Me~ and~ Mrs., Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones

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Well, it's time for us to be leaving, It hurts so much, it hurts so much inside, Now she'll go her way and I'll go mine, Tomorrow we'll meet The same place, the same lies. Me~ and~ Mrs., Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Jones

Band of Gold Freda Payne cries out in a lament © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Hear me, O God All that’s left is a strand of hope All that's left of the dreams I hold Is a strand of hope And the memories – of how it could be With You, Lord, still helping me

You brought me

To the shelter of salvation at Your holy throne A love I discovered I live – by Your promise now But to-night – I am filled with gloom I pray – I’ll find You soon I wait – in the darkness of my lonely room Filled with sadness, filled with gloom Hoping soon – that You’ll come Right through that door And help me like You did before

Hear me, O God All that’s left is a strand of hope All that's left of the dreams I hold Is a strand of hope And the dream of – how it could be With You, Lord, still helping me interlude

Oh– hear me cryin’

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Magic Pilot call us to rouse a sleepy world with the Light © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Go and show the Answer – you know Help them believe in the Lord The Answer – you know Help them believe in the Lord

Never been awake~, never seen a day break Sleeping in, they think it’s all so boring Stay all day in bed, darkness in their heads Got to rouse and waken with the Lord– of– light

chorus They run from sunny days, dream of far away Dreaming on their pillows in the morning Never been awake~, never seen a day break Sleeping in, they’re running from the Lord– of– light

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Gimme Dat Ding The Pipkins imitate Christ © 2001 by David J. Landegent

That’s right, that’s right, it’s better than true Cuz I have heard the gospel news I once was lost, couldn’t do a thing But now I’m saved: gonna imitate Him

Imitate, imitate, Him we’re gonna imitate Imitate Him, imitate, Him we imitate

Imitate Him, imitate, Him we imitate Yeah, we’re gonna imitate Him chorus

Oh on– our own, we’ll never grow Unless He dwells within us How else can anybody ever conquer– sinnin’ But if the Lord of heaven’s living in our hearts We’ve got the power to– be holy, set apart

Imitate (imitate), imitate (imitate) Imitate, imitate, He’s the One; we gotta imitate Him

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Which Way You Going, Billy? Poppy Family aims to follow Jesus © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Which way You goin' Jesus? Can I go too? Which way You goin' Jesus? Can I go with You? I really love You, Jesus, it’s for all time I know You love me, Jesus, with love divine I'm gonna listen, Jesus, and I ain’t lying I praise You gladly, Jesus, I’m glorifying

You showed me Your way My heart’s full of Your grace I am walking on Your way In You I know grace You showed me Your way My heart’s full of Your grace I am walking on Your way In You I’m whole

Which way You going, Jesus, I need to ask When Your light guides me, Jesus, I’m free at last I won't forget you, Jesus, for all my life I'll always love You, Jesus; You’re by my side

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Happy Days Pratt & McClain glorify the Lord all week © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Sunday, Monday, time to pray, Tuesday, Wednesday, time to pray, Thursday, Friday, time to pray, Saturday, time to pray Giving my week to You

This day I’ll glorify the Lord

Redeem the time (it’s time to pray) This day I’ll glorify the Lord Redeem the time (it’s time to pray)

In the sunshine, in the rain, I worship and sing out in His name He’s my Savior, Son of Man I’m gonna follow Jesus’ plan

chorus b Gonna praise Him, bowin’ down Tell everybody what I’ve found Worship God with all my friends Hopin’ the music never ends

chorus b, interlude, chorus ab Under grey skies, under blue There’s nothing that’s stoppin’ the Greatest News Makes us right, when we’re wrong Gotta be a’singin’ all week long

chorus b, verse 1, chorus b It’s time to pray to God divine (redeem the time) It’s time to pray to God divine (redeem the time) It’s time to pray to God divine (redeem the time) It’s time to pray to God divine…

Kiss An Angel Good Morning Charlie Pride shares the secret of abundant life © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Whenever I chance to meet, Some old friends on the street They wonder how does a man get to be this way I've always got a smiling face, Anytime and any place And every time they ask me why I just smile & say:

You've got to Join the angels in worship Exalt the Lord And think about Him all day long Join the angels in worship And stand against the devil Tell him, “just be gone”

People may try to guess, The secret of my happiness But some of them never learn That it's a simple thing The secret that I'm speaking of Is the power of the Lord above And the answer is in this song that I always sing

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Amie Pure Prairie League witnesses to Amie © 1999 by David J. Landegent

I can say to you the Truth will set you free For Jesus died to make you think And let you see Good News for yourself The Lord can rescue you from hell Your sin’s atoned You see the Lord will bless and keep you for His

own

Amen, yes our God is true I think, He will stay with you Reconciled, you’ll be stronger and renewed

Don’tcha think the time is right for you to find All the things that God prepared For you and all mankind ? Can you see – Which way you can live forever, not alone? It’s in heaven all is right and nothing’s wrong We’re gonna sing new songs for Him

chorus, interlude, chorus Now you’ve found the love of God, You’ve found the Way And all the things you thought before Just faded all away Can you see That the Savior lives in you and lives in me He’s forgiven us, I’m sure we both a–gree Won’t you pray with me and tell me

chorus twice I keep – talkin’ all about the Lord with you Talkin’ all about the Lord with you Wonder what He’s gonna do— I keep – talkin’ all about the Lord with you–

Black Betty Ram Jam celebrates the Body of Christ © 2006 by David J. Landegent

We’re that Body, understand? We’re that Body, understand?

The Body reconciled, understand? The Church unified, understand? Representing the Christ, understand? The Lord lives inside, understand? I said:

chorus, interlude, chorus Given gifts from God, understand? We all got a job, understand? We’re one, though many, understand?

And we do God’s bidding, understand?

chorus, interlude, chorus

We’re His feet and hands, understand? Each part of the plan, understand? Everybody can see, understand? All the parts we need, understand?

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You’ll Never Find Lou Rawls testifies to the incomparable Yahweh © 2006 by David J. Landegent

You'll never find – as long as you live Another god who’s – right and always– true You'll never find – no matter where you search Another god who’s like God – He cares for you For there is not another like Yahweh Oh, He’s the One who loves you And there’s no one else! No~ one else You'll never find – it'll take the end of all time Another god who helps you – hear good news You’ll never find – in sinnin’ or crime All the answers to prayer, freedom too Oh, I'm not tryin' to make you trust Yahweh But I know some how, some day, some way–

You are (you're gonna hear Him callin’) You're gonna hear God callin’ (You're gonna hear Him callin’) You're gonna hear God’s call (You're gonna hear God callin’) Don’t wanna miss Don’t gonna miss His call~ Whoa~ (you're gonna hear Him callin’) Wait on the Lord who’s known as Yahweh (You're gonna hear Him callin’) It’s the call of Christ (You're gonna hear Him callin’) Don’t wanna miss, Don’t wanna miss His call~

You'll never find – another love divine Another savior – with good– news You'll never see – till you will believe You'll keep searching and searching Your whole life through Oh, I don't wish you no bad luck or fate But there's no ifs and buts – or maybes

(You're gonna hear Him callin’) You're gonna hear God callin’ (You're gonna hear Him callin’) I know you're gonna hear God callin’ (You're gonna hear Him callin’) Don’t wanna miss Don’t wanna miss His call~

Whoa~ (you're gonna hear Him callin’) Wait on the Lord who’s known as Yahweh (You're gonna hear Him callin’) When He comes, let Him inside (You're gonna hear Him callin’) I know, I know That you are gonna hear His call Let me tell you that You're gonna hear His callin’ Yes, you’ll hear Yahweh (You're gonna hear Him callin’) He’s the Lord God I know, I know, I know That you are gonna hear…

You Can’t Change That Raydio preaches God’s eternal love © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Don’tcha know Jesus loves you He promised to always love you Cuz He thinks the whole world of you And you can't change that – no, no There's nothing you can do or say He brought you right back by givin’ you grace And His mind's made up that you’ll be saved And you can't change that

Cuz you’re the one the Lord will love And you can’t change that You’re the one the Lord redeemed And you can’t change that (You’re the one He loves) You’re the one the Lord will love And you can’t change that You’re the one the Lord redeemed And you can’t change that

You’re justified and you’re loved too You can change your telephone number And you can change your address too But you can't stop Christ from loving you No, you can't change that – no, no You can change the color of your hair And you can change the clothes you wear But you'll never change the way He cares No you can't change that

You’re the one the Lord will love And you can’t change that (You’re the one He loves) You’re the one the Lord redeemed And you can’t change that You’re the one the Lord will love And you can’t change that You’re the one the Lord redeemed And you can’t change that (Lost have been recovered)

You’re justified and you’re loved too By the Savior – woo) – No, you can’t change that (You’re the one He loves) Justified, and you can’t change that (You’re the one) You can change your telephone number And you can change your address too But you can't stop Christ from loving you No, you can't change that

Cuz you’re the one the Lord will love And you can’t change that (You’re– the one He loves) You’re the one the Lord redeemed And you can’t change that (You need the Savior) You’re the one the Lord will love And you can’t change that (You may change a dollar bill) You’re the one the Lord redeemed And you can’t change that (But I’ll tell you what you’ll find You won’t change the Word revealed) You’re the one the Lord will love And you can’t change that (He’s in my heart and He’s in yours too) You’re the one the Lord redeemed And you can’t change that (He lets me know, He lets me know His love is real) You’re the one the Lord will love And you can’t change that (You can’t, you can’t change His love, no) You’re the one the Lord redeemed And you can’t change that (Our Savior) You’re the one the Lord will love And you can’t change that You’re the one the Lord redeemed And you can’t change that…

Fool If You Think It’s Over Chris Rea warns us not to be like atheists © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Call His Name – see again God is love – and that is true A bless-ed fact – the Lord is comin’ back The Savior hears – He’s drawing near He reigns eternally – He’s better than a dream No more cryin’ – in that Day

Fools always think there’s no God They’re so full of pride~ Fools always think there’s no God Till they die–

If you’re wise, glorify His Name His Book says to look above Fools always think there’s no God But He’ll come

The unredeemed – such a tragedy They will not bow – but run away They’re full of pride – but so unsatisfied They don’t fear – though God is near

chorus a (Fools only think there’s no God) (Fools only think there’s no God)

Abide in Jesus Christ You’ll have a real good time No more cryin’ – in that Day

The Lord will come – for everyone It’s still today – so trust in Him and pray

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Games Redeye sees the truth about life © 2006 by David J. Landegent

See–– how they run Taking a ride on an everyday flight to nowhere Turning inside It's a great place to hide themselves away

But you know – yeah, you know Yeah, you know – yeah, you know You know what they're doing

Can't– they– see With Jesus they’ll find All the love and peace that bind us together Servin’ His purpose is eternity’s way to heaven

And you know – yeah, you know Yeah, you know – yeah, you know The Lord has revealed it interlude

You– praise– His Name Praise Him while you can Won’t you share it with the man behind you Make a joyful sound And repeat it all again if you want to

And you know – yeah, you know Yeah, you know – yeah, you know You know what He’s doing

Ah– ah– ah––

Walk on the Wild Side Lou Reed tells about the wages of sin © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Holly came from Miami, FLA Hitchhiked her way across– the USA. Plucked her eyebrows on the way Shaved her legs and then he was she, she says:

I paid – for that walk on the wild side Said, why did I – take a walk on the wild side

Candy came from out on the island, In the backroom she was everybody’s darling, But she always lost her head Even when she was nearly dead, she says

I paid – for that walk on the wild side, Said I paid –for that walk on the wild side. And the crazy world goes Do-do-do do, do-do-do Do do-do do-do do-do-do Do do-do do-do do-do-do Do do-do do-do do-do-do (Do do-do do-do do-do-do) (Do do-do do-do do-do-do) (Do do-do do-do do-do-do) (Do do-do do-do do-do-do do–)

Little Joe never once followed the Way For his vices now he pays and pays. A hustle here and a hustle there New York City is THE place where, he said:

I paid – for that walk on the wild side, Said just fools – take a walk on the wild side.

Sugar Plum Fairy came and hit the streets Looking for soul food and a place to eat Went to the Apollo, You should have seen him go down low, he said:

Why did I – take a walk on the wild side, Said, I paid – for that walk on the wild side. That’s right – yeah

Jackie was just– speeding away Baked her mind with drugs every day But her life, it did not crash Jesus came – changed her life fast, He said

I paid – for your walk on the wild side Said, I’ll save ya From your walk on the wild side And Holy Lord goes: I’m the Way, the Truth, the only Lord I’m the Way, the Truth, the only Lord I’m the Way, the Truth, the only Lord I’m the Way, the Truth, the only Lord chorus c again by background singers

(I’m the Way, the Truth, the only Lord) (I’m the Way, the Truth, the only Lord) (I’m the Way, the Truth, the only Lord) (I’m the Way, the Truth, the Life; I love you)

Life is a Rock Reunion calls us to look beyond golden oldies © 2006 by David J. Landegent

B.B. Bumble and the Stingers, Mott the Hoople, Ray Charles Singers Lonnie Mack and twangin' Eddy, Here's my ring we're goin' steady Take it easy, take me higher, Liar liar, house on fire Locomotion, Poco, Passion, Deeper Purple, Satisfaction Baby baby gotta gotta Gimme gimme gettin' hotter Sammy's cookin', Lesley Gore and Ritchie Valens, end of story Mahavishnu, fujiyama, kama-sutra, rama-lama Richard Perry, Spector, Barry, Archies, Righteous, Nilsson, Harry Shimmy shimmy ko-ko bop and Fats is back and Finger Poppin'

Build on the Rock, not the radio oldies Gotta look to the Father, Like the Bible told me repeat chorus a

FM, AM, hits are clickin' While the clock is tock-a-tickin' Friends and Romans, salutations, Brenda and the Tabulations Carly Simon, I behold her, Rolling Stones and centerfoldin' Johnny Cash and Johnny Rivers, Can't stop now, I got the shivers Mungo Jerry, Peter Peter Paul and Paul and Mary Mary Dr. John the nightly tripper, Doris Day and Jack the Ripper Gotta go Sir, gotta swelter, Leon Russell, Gimme Shelter Miracles in Smokey places, Slide guitars and Fender basses Mushroom omelet, Bonnie Bramlett, Wilson Pickett, stop and kick it

Build on the Rock, not the radio Build on the Rock, not the radio interlude

Arthur Janov's primal screamin', Hawkins, Jay and Dale and Ronnie, Kukla, Fran and Norma Okla Denver, John and Osmond, Donny

JJ Cale and ZZ Top and LL Bean and De De Dinah David Bowie, Steely Dan and Sing me prouder, CC Rider Edgar Winter, Joanie Sommers, Osmond Brothers, Johnny Thunders Eric Clapton, pedal wah-wah, Stephen Foster, do-dah do-dah Good Vibrations, Help Me Rhonda, Surfer Girl and Little Honda Tighter, tighter, honey, honey, Sugar, sugar, yummy, yummy CBS and Warner Brothers, RCA and all the others

chorus aa Listen – remember – gotta sing a new song Rock it, sock it, Alan Freed me, Murray Kaufman, try to leave me Fish, and Swim, and Boston Monkey, Make it bad and play it funky. (God can take you higher!) Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music Celebrate, celebrate, dance to the music…

Fresh as a Daisy Emmitt Rhodes rejoices in the Lord © 2001 by David J. Landegent

O Lord, You came from heaven Revealed the holy Way And I know that You’re here to help me I’m gonna get on my knees and pray

Talkin’ ‘bout You, Savior Lord, You know You’re worthy of praises Worthy of praises

The Word of God revealed it You’re sharing Your light to help You’re changing my old habits And I found a new life as well

chorus – Worthy of praises You do the things You do – very well You make me really love beyond my self You make me really love beyond my self– Don’t know how I’ll feel tomorrow Tomorrow’s another day My life will revolve about You You bore my cares away

chorus twice

The Most Beautiful Girl Charlie Rich tells a lonely friend to read the Bible © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Hey, won’t you trust and believe The most wonderful Word of the Lord Why don’t you read – from– the Bible, Bible Hey, Won’t you trust and believe The most wonderful Word That God gave to read Tell Him you’re sorry Tell Him you need a Savior Oh– won’t You tell Him that you love Him

You woke up this morning Realized what you had done You stood alone in the cold gray dawn And knew you lost your hope for love You lost your head and you said some things Now come the heartaches that the morning brings You know you’re wrong, you couldn't see You need the Lord’s gift of His mercy, so

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Song of Joy Miguel Rios rejoices in the Lord, using the hymn “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Come– sing a song of joy In worship of the Father Sing– sing a song of joy And praise the Lord together By– grace, our life is secure Our hearts were made pure by His mercy No– man must stand alone With hands stretched out before him Reach– out and take them in yours With love that endures forevermore Then– sing a song of joy God’s kingdom is expanding

Joyful, joyful, we adore Thee God of glory, Lord of love Hearts unfold like flowers before Thee Opening to the sun above Melt the clouds of sin and sadness Drive the dark of doubt away Giver of immortal gladness Fill us with the light of day

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Come– sing a song of joy, of Jesus and His glory Sing– sing a song of joy and tell salvation’s story With mighty voice let us sing

A song that will ring forevermore. Yes– sing a song of joy God’s kingdom is expanding

interlude, verse 2 All Thy works with joy surround Thee Earth and heav’n reflect Thy rays Stars and angels sing around Thee Center of unbro–ken praise

Lovin’ You Minnie Riperton thankful for God’s love © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Lord, it’s You– O Jesus, You’re so wonderful When I follow You– that’s all I wanna do Lord, it’s You– You’re more than just a dream come true Everything that I do – it’s out of love for You

Hallelujah, Lord; hallelujah, Lord Hallelujah, Lord; I love You, Lord~ What You do made me new, ah~

No one else can make me see The mercy that You bring Faith, I see, is wonderful I’m free to live each day forgiven

Lord, it’s You– who makes my life so wonderful And every day of my life– Is filled with love from You Lord, it’s You– I see Your fullness shining through And every moment it’s – true– O Lord, there’s love from You

chorus ab Cuz Lord, it’s You– O Jesus, You’re so wonderful And every day of my life– Is filled with love from You Lord, it’s You– I see Your fullness shining through And every moment it’s – true– O Lord, there’s love from You

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Something’s Wrong with Me Austin Roberts, falling into sin, asks for God’s help © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Something's wrong with me O Lord, I’ve acted so blind I need Your grace for everything I do And though– I have known You For a long, long time I often have forsaken Your truth

Lord, You saved my life

Although I often forget You Lord, You gave me grace That keeps me comin’ back to– You Lord, You got a hold of me The day that I met You Change what’s wrong with me Change what’s wrong with me

Yesterday I failed You When I strayed from Your love I said it didn’t matter to me But that’s a lie I’m livin’ And I pray to be found Cuz, Lord, with You is where I wanna be

chorus Lord, change what’s wrong with me Lord, please change what’s wrong with me Lord, change what’s wrong~ oh–

Lord, You saved my life Although I often forget You Lord, You gave me grace That keeps me comin’ back to– You Lord, You got a hold of me The day that I met You Change what’s wrong– chorus a…

Car Wash Rose Royce is about their Father’s business © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Ooh~ You might not ever get rich But let me tell ya it's better than bein’ a witch There ain't no tellin' who you might meet A movie star or maybe even a – Indian chief (Workin' for the Father) (Workin' for the Father, yeah) Come on and sing it with me (Father) – ‘bout your Father’s business now (Father, yeah) (Ooh!) Whenever the work gets kinda hard This ain't no place to be If you planned on bein' a star Let me tell you that God is good For the Lord of life is kind when you – Make a goof (For the Father) Glorify the Lord with me (Workin’ for the Father, yeah) Come on, ya'all and sing it with me (Father) Oooh oooh oooh (Father, yeah) (Work and work)

Well, the needs never seem to stop coming (Work and work) Je–sus helps you to keep running (Work and work) My– Father’s on the throne (Work) Keepin’ on, can't wait till it's time– to go home (Hey– do the Lord’s work today) Look up, and He’ll give you the grace Come on, and you can obey (Do the work, right away) (The Father) workin’ for the Father (Father, yeah) Come on, ya'all, let's sing it with me (Father) doin’ His business now (Father, yeah) glorify the Lord with me (Father) never seem to stop comin' What'd I say (Father, yeah) Je–sus helps you to keep running (Father) let me tell you, that God is good (Father, yeah) And the Lord of life is kind when you – Make a goof

Tell Me Somethin’ Good Rufus wants us to share God’s goodness © 2006 by David J. Landegent

The truth – is – more – than – just – feel–ing inside

We got – something that will sure 'nuff set their hearts – on fire

They refuse – to – put – anything before their pride

What we got – will – knock – their – pride aside

Tell them God is good (Tell them, tell them, tell them) Tell them Jesus loves them, yeah Tell them God is good (Tell them, tell them, tell them) Tell them all about it, yeah

“Got no – time” – is – what – they’re – known to

say We’ll make them wish – there were 48 – hours to

each day Problem – is – they – ain't – been – loved– like

they should What we – got – to – give – will – sure 'nuff do

them good

chorus Tell them God is good Oh, learn to love your neighbor, yeah Tell them all about it, yeah Tell them Jesus loves them, yeah

Tell them God is good Oh~ tell your neighbor, tell them Tell them Jesus loves them, yeah

Tell them something good Oh~ tell them, tell them, tell them

Tight Rope Leon Russell walks the straight and narrow © 2006 by David J. Landegent

I'm up on the tightwire One side’s nice and one is fire But it’s – not– a game, as you can see I’m up on the tight rope, One side’s hate and one is hope But the Lord is up ahead and callin’ me

And the wire seems to be The only place for me A comedy of errors and I'm fall~ing But the Lord has blazed a path Forgave me for my past I once was blind but now I– can – see

I'm up in the spotlight, it doesn’t feel right Oh, the – altitude seems to get to me. I'm up on the tightwire But my life is no funeral pyre Following the Lord for all to see

interlude, chorus b I'm up in the spotlight, it doesn’t feel right Oh, the – altitude really gets to me. I'm up on the tightwire But my life is no funeral pyre Following the Lord for all to see

Motorcycle Mama Sailcat takes the straight and narrow road © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Tell your daddy and your mama too. You got something better to do. Than stick around the house the rest of your life. You’re eighteen, you can follow His light.

We’ll leave the evil and darkness And bear the cross of Jesus Following God on the hard way

We won’t – be conforming to worldly views We’ll get respect from the ones who abuse We’ll be on the Lord’s side to the very last And if the world reviles, we’ll be steadfast

chorus

And surely if we preach Good News Someone’ll come along – and join with few We’re shinin’ like bright stars, a light in the dark We’re callin’ the people to flee from their evil

verse 1, chorus Following God on the hard way Following God on the hard way Come and praise His name

Smoke from a Distant Fire Sandford / Townsend Band chide a backslider © 2006 by David J. Landegent

You left the Lord, went away – from paradise You pulled the rug – right out from under your life I know where you’re going to I knew when you strayed from the Light Oh, your eyes have a mist From the smoke of the devil’s fire Oh, I was stung Should’ve seen it come a long time ago. When I realized the reality gave me a roll If things are the same Then explain why your faith is so cold And that mist in your eyes Comes from evil desires – in your soul You’re lyin’ & dyin’, your evil is gettin’ nowhere It don’t stack up, you’ll crack up, so back up The Lord still cares Don’t let this old world get you, or pull you down Don't you drown When your dream boat runs onto the ground

interlude I'd just like to know Are you sad with no God in your life You’re stuck in the past With your fast-flowing bitter-sweet lies. You'll face the after taste When you come home late some night. With your eyes all amist From the smoke of the de–vil’s fire. Oh your eyes have a mist From the smoke of devil’s fire. (Well your eyes have a mist From the smoke of the devil’s fire) Your eyes have the mist From the smoke of the devil’s fire. (Well, your eyes have a mist From the smoke of the devil’s fire) Oh your eyes have a mist From the smoke of the devil’s fire. (Mist in your eyes from the devil’s fire) Oh, your eyes have a mist

From the smoke of the de– the devil’s fire

Emotion Samantha Sang sings her lament to God © 2006 by David J. Landegent

I’m feelin’ so glum And the heartache lives on inside, oh Lord, You’re the One I’m clinging to I wanna see – Your light

But where are you now Now that I need You Tears on my pillow – wherever I go I cry me a river – when reading devotions You’re gonna see me fall apart In the words of a broken heart

It's just emotion that's taken me over Tied up in sorrow, lost in my soul But if You don't come down To comfort my sorrow Lord, have mercy Come to me, Lord, With Your Word to show the light Come to me, Lord With Your Word to make it right

Oh why, oh why, oh why – Lord, why? Come here by my side And be the kind of God You are But I’ve been alone, all by myself I’ve got to find a brand new start

chorus ab – oh why? – chorus ab Oh why, oh why, oh why? In the words of a broken heart

chorus b…

13 Questions Seatrain keeps their eye on Jesus, not theology © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Deep in the darkest hour of a very heavy week Three preachers did confront me, And I could hardly speak. They met me in a hurry, They left me tired and sore, And when I'm fit for wishing I hope they'll come no more. When I'm wishing, I hope they'll come no more~ Standing by the exit, with one eye on the door, I listened to them argue. I asked them, "Why? What for?" Exposing every error that’s theological They’re askin’ empty questions

Each one an endless hole. Empty questions, each an endless hole~

Focus on the one true Light Jesus the Lord of all~ You should believe the one true Light He’s the Lord of – one and all– interlude, chorus

Deep in the darkest hour of a very heavy week, Three preachers did confront me, And I could hardly speak. Exposing every error that’s theological They’re askin’ empty questions Each one an endless hole. Empty questions, each an endless hole~

Julie, Do You Love Me? Bobby Sherman hears from Peter (John 21) © 2006 by David J. & Ruth A. Landegent

Runnin’ away that night made me sad, Lord Yeah, it brings me down all right I was so stupid, denyin’ I knew Ya I’m cryin' all through the night

He said, “Do you, Peter, do you really love Me? You denied Me; that’s what you declared Do you, Peter, do you really love Me? Feed My sheep, and show them that you care”

In the Upper Room– together I declared– I’m on Your side But leavin’ You, Savior, was my real behavior The rooster– crowed and I– denied

chorus Jesus, You died– the day I left You Later on, You rose up from the grave And after this breakfast, You showed me acceptance Forgiven, I’ll follow every day

chorus twice…

Venus Shocking Blue visits Mt. Carmal © 1997 by David J. Landegent

Elijah on the mountain top Was setting forth a holy claim A contest of Yahweh and Baal And who would send the flame?

He’s done it, Jehovah has done it We’ll, He’s the Savior, Sent the fire, and Baal’s a liar

We’ll, He’s the Savior, Sent the fire, and Baal’s a liar brief interlude

His weapon was a simple prayer Mocking every idol threat Light in the dark night He was Got what no one else had

chorus a Hal–lelu, halle–lujah chorus ba

You Take My Breath Away Rex Smith celebrates Easter © 2006 by David J. Landegent

You – You rose up from the grave You’ve taken death away You're every song I sing You're the music that I play And You’ve taken death away– You – You rise, and we’re okay You’ve taken death away Like water from a stream On a sizzling summer day Lord, You’ve taken death away

There are words– for the wonder of a sunrise Only none of them will do–

For You – You’ve taken death away When You rose up from the grave– Lord, You’ve taken death away

interlude You – You’ve taken death away When You rose up from the grave– Lord, You’ve taken death away You’ve taken death away You’ve taken death away– You’ve taken death away– Lord– You’ve taken death away– O Lord– You’ve taken death away Lord– You’ve taken death away Lord– You have taken death away…

Help Me Make it Thru the Night Sammi Smith calls to God for mercy © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Lord of heaven, hear my prayer Make some room for when I call Show me mercy, I have sinned In the shadow of the Fall

Come and help me to abide Till I’m walkin’ in Your light Lord, I’m askin’ for Your time Help me make it through the night

I admit that I was wrong ‘N’ I denied Your holy plan Now the devil brings me sorrow Lord, tonight I need a friend

Yesterday has come and gone And tomorrow’s not so bright Lord, it's sad to be alone Help me make it through the night

interlude Lord, it's sad to be alone Help me make it through the night I don't want to be alone Help me make it through the night

Livin’ Next Door to Alice Smokie follows God into mission fearlessly © 2006 by David J. Landegent

We’ve been called – and surely we heard God gave His Holy Word –— to help us We took up the Bible, we looked inside And we could hardly believe our eyes All the big promises of God Were for helping our lives

We don't know where He’s leadin’, Or where we’re gonna go, The Lord has got His reasons So we’ll leave the status quo Oh, we’re leavin’ our fears And believin’ the Lord– will help us Chuckin’ our fears to follow His commands To follow what’s revealed Oh, we’ve got to take a stand Yeah, we’ve got to be true for we’re B’lievin’ the Lord– will help us

We look up to heaven – for light in the dark Found a forgiveness deep in our hearts —— He has helped us Now we trust in the Lord In the Lord on High And on the Savior, we fix our eyes All the big promises of Jesus Are for helping our lives

chorus When we cried out, and said how we felt Jesus said, “I know how to help” —— And He helped us He said, “You gotta move on, you can’t stay here

You know there’s a mission, so give up your fears As I promised you, I am near”

chorus Oh, we’ve got to be true for we’re B’lievin’ the Lord– will help us

Poetry Man Phoebe Snow rejoices in salvation © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Ooh yeah~ yeah~ yeah – ooh yeah You make me laugh Cuz your Light makes bright the night Your Word renews me – hallelujah Your gift is joy My life has been redeemed You gave it to me, yeah~ to me

Oh-oh, You’re my King and Lord You have saved my soul You're the Savior of man You make things all right, yeah-yeah chorus a

Your name is Jesus By Your cross I’m reconciled My life is bubblin’ – hallelujah When I am with You I gain a sacred kind of love Then I’m a, a child again, yeah~ a child again

chorus ba, interlude

You’re my King and Lord You have saved my soul You're the Savior of man You make things all right chorus a

So once again – it's time to sing Your song And so we call, O Lord of Life – hallelujah You give us hope now Hope’s that grace that helps us through each day To live this life, yeah, yeah, yeah, to live this life

Oh-oh, You’re my King and Lord You have saved my soul You're the Savior of man You make things all right chorus d again

Don’t Give Up On Us Baby David Soul appeals to a backslider © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Don't give up on the Savior Don't make the wrong seem right The future can be very bright You’re walking in the Lord’s light Sheltered by His arms – from every harm Don't give up on the Savior Don’t turn and say good-bye The Lord is working in your life Call on the name of Jesus Part of the chosen few Don’t give up on the Savior He’ll be there for you He brought you from the dark to light He made you right, so keep believin’ He’s still the One who loves you, even so Don't give up on the Savior Lord knows you’ve come this far Though the way of faith is hard The Lord is our Redeemer Who’s full of grace and truth Don’t give up on the Savior He’ll be there for you

interlude You’re walking in the Lord’s light Sheltered by His arms – from every harm

verse 2 Don't give up on the Savior Don't give up on the Savior

You’re Only Lonely J. D. Souther hears God’s call to the lonely © 2006 by David J. Landegent

When the world is ready to fall On your little shoulders, And when you're feeling lonely and small You need somebody to uphold you.

You can call out My name When you're only lonely, Now, don't you ever be ashamed, You're only lonely

When you need somebody around In the times that try you I’ll be there for you in your need And I'll be the last one there beside you.

So you can call out My name When you're only lonely. Now, don't you ever be ashamed You're only lonely

(You’re only lonely, you’re only lonely) (You’re only lonely – ooh–)

verse 1

So don't you ever be ashamed, You're only lonely. Ah~ you can call out My name When you're only lonely

(You’re only lonely) When you’re only lonely (you’re only lonely) Oh, it’s no crime~ if you call to Me each time, oh~ (You’re only lonely) oh~ (you’re only lonely) I am surely there for you– When your life has come unglued (You’re only lonely – you’re only lonely) So if you need Me (you’re only lonely) All you gotta do is call Me. (You’re only lonely – you’re only lonely) (You’re only lonely – you’re only lonely)

Spiders and Snakes Jim Stafford recounts the Fall © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Oh, the Serpent was very shrewd Said, “You wanna know some other food?” Well, Eve said – “Yes, I do” He said, “I know what can help you know Though God has said you gotta leave alone Makes you wonder” – she said, “Me too” And so they took a stroll Wound up down by a dangerous grove And he said, "Do what you want to do Don’t be silly, you can be like God Never dyin’ and you’ll know it all” He was talkin’ to her And he said, "This fruit’s for you"

She said, “Why don’t I follow the Snake? This fruit’s got what it takes To change me – it’s good for food Why don’t I follow the Snake? This fruit’s got what it takes – to change me Oh, I wanna be god, don’t you?”

Well, the Serpent said, “Girl, you will not die God made it up, and it’s just a lie So just go– for it” – she said, “It looks good” So – she ate right there and then And brought the fruit to have her husband join in They did what’s evil – like some fools They would try to hide for awhile

When they did wrong, they were defiled Then God said, “Come on over here” They were nervous as you might guess They’re makin’ excuses for makin’ a mess And God said, “Let’s make this perfectly clear”

He said, “Why did you follow the Snake? This fruit’s got what it takes To turn you – into some fools Why did You follow the Snake? This fruit’s got what it takes – to turn you From the life I had planned for you”

Moonlight Feels Right Starbuck calls us to choose life with God © 2006 by David J. Landegent

My sin~ messed me up, without directions I floundered when I went astray I finally turned to God and made connections He quickly helped me find the way I’m readin’ in the Bible my devotions And droppin’ on my knees to pray I’m learning faith is more than just emotion The Spirit guides me all the way

Choose life – new life Choose life – new life

Just lay back and observe the constellations And watch the moon smilin’ bright The hand of God is seen in all creation The southern stars reflect His light You say you wonder if the Lord made all this Listen to the forests sing They testify the Father really exists He makes the tide rise again

chorus, interlude You see the sun come up on Sunday morning And watch it fade the moon away I guess you know they’re giving you a warning Cuz when they’re gone, it’s too late for faith Start readin’ in the Bible for devotions And droppin’ on your knees to pray You’ll see that faith is more than just emotion The Spirit guides you all the way

chorus twice…

Afternoon Delight Starland Vocal Band shines the light © 1999 by David J. Landegent

Gonna light a candle, gonna shine the light Gonna bring the Holy Lord delight My motto’s always been “when it’s right, it’s right” We’re shinin’ like the stars in a cold dark night

Make— everything a little clearer

In the light of day And— we know the light is always Gonna chase the dark away

Livin’ by the Spirit and the Spirit’s might Hearts are soarin’ and we’re gonna bring the Lord

delight On the Cornerstone together, Lord, our hearts unite And the thought of sharin’ truth is getting’ so

exciting

By shining the light, bring the Lord delight Bring— bring the Lord delight, Bring— bring the Lord delight

Salt your conversation, speakin’ so polite And give a reason for believin’ that the Lord is

right Oh, you got to get a fishin’ for the fish to bite They’re comin’ to the Kingdom to the Lord’s

delight — chorus, interlude Be— waitin’ for the Savior while the world goes

round We— can tell it to the nations ‘fore the Son comes

down

repeat verse 2, chorus Bring— bring the Lord delight Bring— bring the Lord delight

War Edwin Starr protests warfare © 2006 by David J. Landegent in only a few spots

War – hoo – yeah What is it good for – absolutely nothin’ Unhuh War – hoo – yeah What is it good for – absolutely nothin’ Say it again, y’all War – hoo – look out What is it good for – absolutely nothin’ Listen to me

Oh– war – I despise Cuz it means destruction of innocent lives War means tears to thousands of mothers how When their sons go off to fight and lose their lives

I said war – hoo – good God, ya’ll What is it good for – absolutely nothin’ Say it again War – whoa~ What is it good for – absolutely nothin’ Listen to me War – it ain’t nothin’ but a heartbreaker War – Friend only to the undertaker

Oh– war is an enemy to all mankind

The thought of war blows my mind War has caused unrest Among the younger generation Induction, then destruction, who wants to die?

Oh– war – hoo – good God, ya’ll What is it good for – absolutely nothin’ Say it, say it, say it War – hoo – oh yeah – hoo What is it good for – absolutely nothin’ Listen to me War – it ain’t nothin’ but a heartbreaker War – it got one thing, that’s the undertaker

Oh– war has shattered Many a young man’s dreams Made him deserted, bitter and mean Life is more than fighting factions And waging war these days War can’t give life, it can only take it away

Oh– war – hoo – good God, ya’ll What is it good for – absolutely nothin’ Say it again War – hoo – whoa~ Lord What is it good for – absolutely nothin’ Listen to me War – it ain’t nothin’ but a heartbreaker War – Friend only to the undertaker

Peace, love and understanding tell me Is there no place for them today They say we must fight to keep our freedom The Lord know there’s got to be a better way

Oh– war – hoo – good God, ya’ll What is it good for – you tell me – nothin’ Say it, say it, say it, say it War – hoo – good God, ya’ll What is it good for – absolutely nothin’…

Stuck in the Middle with You Stealer’s Wheel are fools for Christ (1 Cor. 1) © 2000 by David J. Landegent.

Well, He chose the ones who were not so wise PhilosoPHERS will sure– be surprised I’m aware the cross for them is a snare But the Lord accepts the simplest prayer

Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right Here I am, lovin’ the scandalous truth

Yes, I’m – lovin’ the scandalous truth But some stumble on the Word of Good News It’s so hard for them to trust in His grace Losin’ control, they think - IT’S a disgrace

chorus a Well, He’s gathered all the nothin’s

And rejected all the self-made men It’s the fools that God is callin’ Take it as a fact that they believe~, believe~

Tried to make some sense of it all But sinful minds are made dull by the Fall Is it smart to cast yourself on the Lord? I don’t think you should be stallin’ anymore

chorus a, interlude, chorus b, verse 1, chorus a Yes, I’m – lovin’ the scandalous truth Lovin’ the scandalous truth Yes, I am – lovin’ the scandalous truth

Everything is Beautiful Ray Stevens preaches against racism © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Jesus loves the little children, All the little children of the world Red and yellow, black and white, They are precious in his sight Jesus loves the little children of the world

Everything is beautiful in its own way Like a starry summer night Or a snow covered winter's day Everybody's beautiful in their own way Under God's heaven The Lord’s gonna show the way

There is none so blind as he who will not see We must not close our minds, We must let all folks be free For every hour that passes by You know the world gets a little bit colder It's time to realize that beauty lies In the eyes of the Beholder

Everything is beautiful in its own way Like a starry summer night Or a snow covered winter's day Ah– sing it children Everybody's beautiful in their own way Under God's heaven The Lord’s gonna show the way

We shouldn't care about the length of his hair Or the color of his skin Don't worry about what shows from without But the love that lives within We gotta get it all– together now If we trust in the Lord for light Just take a little time To get on the Lord’s side, my friend He’ll straighten it out in your mind

chorus bb…

My Maria B.W. Stevenson thanks God for salvation © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Hallelujah Lord, You know I have come a long, long way I’ve been longin’ to see You When You’re around You take my blues away Hallelujah It’s Your light opens up my eyes You’re the one Redeemer Built a highway – to the skies

Halle~lujah, halle~lujah, hallelu

Hallelujah There were some blue and some low times Just my thoughts about You bring back My peace of mind And You’re my Savior You’re a miracle worker for me You set my soul free Like a ship sailin' on the sea You are the sunlight When the – skies are grey You treat me so right, Savior Take me away

chorus twice

Gold John Stewart © 2006 by David J. Landegent

When the lights go down in the California town, People are in for the evening. I jump into my car and I throw in my guitar, My heart beatin' time with my breathin'

Bringin’ them the message Reachin’ every soul There's people out there And they really need the Lord

Well my buddy Jim Bass He's a’workin' pumpin’ gas, And he makes two fifty for an hour. He's got rhythm in his hands As he's tappin' on the cans, Sings rock and roll in the shower.

chorus a Oh, every boy and girl Needs the message of the Lord Each can belong for the savin’

Bring the Word for free with a sacred melody The story of Christ will awaken

chorus a, interlude, chorus a, verse 1, chorus aa

People out there, well, they really need the Lord People out there, well, they really need the Lord

interlude

People out there Well, they really need the Lord (Need the Lord) chorus bbbbb

Brother Louie Stories fight prejudice © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Some are black – as the night Others are whiter than white, Orientals, natives and Hispanics Prejudice will never be right Don’t be bad, do what’s good Welcome all to your neighborhood When around the throne We’ll see all colors and nations Praise the Lord, God is so good

Don’t be racist in your beliefs Don’t be racist in your remarks Don’t be racist in your own deeds God made every person to love interlude

Take a stand – in the light Knowing what's wrong from what's right. Around the throne, we’ll sing with every nation That’ll be a wonderful sight Listen now to Dr. King Listen to his wondrous dream Ain't no diff'rence if you’re black or white, Brothers, you know what I mean.

chorus, interlude, chorus twice

I Can Help Billy Swan hears God’s promise to help © 2006 by David J. Landegent

If you got a problem, don't care what it is You need a hand, I can assure you this I can help – I’ll protect from harm – I can help

Oh My promise is good – to do you good

Let Me help It's a fact that people get lonely, ain't nothing new But I’ve come to be your Savior To take away your blues Let Me help – I can help your need – let Me help

chorus a

When you go to sleep at night You’re always so safe in my keep Shining the light I’ll guard you from everything – that you fear

Don't forget My promise, all you gotta do is call You know how I feel about you, I can do everything and more, let Me help You’re a child with a Father, I can help

chorus a, interlude, chorus b, verse 3, chorus a

Indiana Wants Me R. Dean Taylor seeks God when attacked by Satan © 2006 by David J. Landegent

When the devil wants me Lord, I’m callin’ in prayer When the devil wants me Lord, I’m callin’ in prayer I know I have You – to talk to

I’m a man who is needin’ life that You give You showed me the righteous way But I tried– to doubt You Now I am lost and lonely here without You Out there the devil’s cunning I’s gettin’ so tired of running

chorus ab It hurts to see the man that I've become For You knew my misery The more I turned from Your command But now I seek Your smiling face, Your loving hand I pray, O Lord, I could see You, Your throne, and know that You’ll save me

chorus a – chorus b I hope this prayer finds it's way to You Forgive me, Lord, for the shame I've put You through and all the tears In Your love is a cov’nant that erases fears Your light is shining around me O Lord, it looks like You found me

chorus aba

My Belle Amie Tee Set pours out praise to God © 2001 by David J. Landegent

My Lord and King You made the world and the sun And the sky and the deep blue sea My Lord and King On the cross that You bore There You bought for me mercy

You were the answer to all my questions Before I knew I want to tell You that I adore You And always do That You amaze me by calling me now To start anew My Lord and King, I will fol-low You

Let the bells ring – let the birds sing You became my substitute and drew near~ Let the bells ring – let the birds sing In Your plan all our sin is cleared~ In Your plan all our sin is cleared

My Lord and King You made the world and the sun And the sky and the deep blue sea My Lord and King And by the blood I was bought You’re the only friend for me

chorus ab, verse 1, chorus a My Lord and King, I will fol–low You

I’d Love to Change the World Ten Years After meets the World-Changer © 1997 by David J. Landegent

Everywhere there’s—adversaries Obituaries—tell me where is sanity? Flip the switch—seek the Lord Make a diff’rence—evermore

I’d love to change the world Lord, I don’t know what to do So I’ll follow after You

Reformation—Bible reading Jesus bleeding—still He’s pleading, comin’ for me Life is funny—skies are sunny Devil’s cunning—God is stunning Eternally

chorus, interlude Welcome children—no excuses Substitution—His solution

Flip the switch—seek the Lord Make a diff’rence—evermore

chorus

The Boys are Back in Town Thin Lizzy waits for Jesus’ return © 2001 by David J. Landegent

Guess who might be back today The bright-eyed Lord who will rule the day We’ll be changed, by the things He’ll say The first are last and LAST are praising They’ve been asking if You’re comin’ down When it’d be, and where You could be found I told them You’d be wearing A crown Judging all the tribes and nations

The Lord is comin’ down The Lord is comin’ down – The Lord is comin’ down~ The Lord is comin’ down The Lord is comin’ down The Lord is comin’ down The Lord is comin’ down The Lord is comin’ down interlude

You know that once you’ve viewed the hand of

God Every night you’d call to the Lord, seekin’ what

He’s got And when I tell you He’s so good, & loves you lots You’ll see Him redeeming On the cross takin’ the sinners’ place Well, the Lord forgave and we live in His grace Can’t– wait to see Him face to face When He comes we’re gonna go – forgiven

chorus ab, interlude Spread the word around Guess who’s comin’ down — Just spread the word around — Christ arrives at the Father’s will All the prophe-CIES fulfilled The world will know, the saints are thrilled They’ll rejoice in the light, they head to heaven The judgment of the Savior blasting out the world

of wrong The signs are getting stronger, it won’t be long It won’t be long till Jesus comes Until the Lord is here again

chorus a

The Lord is comin’ down The Lord is comin’ down – The Lord is comin’ down The Lord is comin’ down He’ll soon be back, He’ll soon be back

interlude The Lord is comin’ down He’s comin’ down, I hope you know – The Lord is comin’ down

Toast and Marmalade for Tea Tin Tin proclaims amazing grace © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Go– to God, He’ll make you free Save you from your misery His love is there for you All the grace that Jesus gave You are loved with saving grace By the Son who’s in the skies You’re sinless in His eyes By the grace that Jesus gave

verse 2, verses 1- 2, verses 1-2…

Let Her In John Travolta surrender to Jesus’ call © 2006 by David J. Landegent

I'm different today, hey-hey Somethin' He said has stuck in my head And I can't get away

Gonna let Him in Gonna let Him in, hmm Gonna let Him in my life

You know what I find, I find A look at His grace and there isn't a trace Of doubt in my mind

Gonna let Him in Gonna let Him in, hmm Gonna let Him in my life Let Him in my life

Gonna open up– after so long Gonna open up– after so long With my feet stuck on the ground And my head against the wall, I've been called~ And I can't answer why, why~ Somethin' inside and it can't be denied And I'm ready to try

chorus ab

Gonna let Him in, oh~ Gonna let Him in my life Let Him in my life~ chorus c

Smiling Faces Sometimes Undisputed Truth learn that all have sinned © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Smiling faces sometimes Pretend to be your friend Smiling faces show no traces Of the evil that lurks within

Smiling faces, smiling faces sometimes They don't tell the truth Smiling faces, smiling faces Tell lies~ and I got proof

interlude

Let me tell ya: the truth is in the eyes Cuz the eyes don't lie, amen Remember – a smile is just a frown Turned upside down My friend – so hear me when I’m saying

chorus a Beware, beware of the handshake That hides a snake, Can you dig it, can you dig it I’m a’tellin’ you, beware Beware of the pat on the back It just might – hold you back Jealousy (jealousy), misery (misery) Envy (envy) – I tell you, all have sinned in life

No one’s righteous, no one’s righteous inside We don’t tell the truth No just others, not just others Tell lies – it’s in you too

Your enemy – is in your own heart Nobody really seeks the Lord Don’t let your conscience or your status fool ya Take my advice, there’s sin inside of you, yeah

No one’s righteous, no one’s righteous inside We don’t tell the truth But God is gracious, God is gracious in Christ He’ll forgive you

Just When I Needed You Most Randy VanWarner finds comfort in grief © 2006 by David J. Landegent

WHEN I’m in mourning, I Stare out the window, and I Struggle for something to say It’s hard to explain, but I hope in the Lord Lookin’ for mercy and grace And I trust You more than I Trusted before and now Lord, You’re my comfort, I know

Lord, You– helped me, Just when I needed You most — Helped me, just when I needed You most.

When I’m in mourning, I Stare out the window, and I Think about sweet memories I've read all the letters that I once had sent The pictures of my history I need You more than I Needed before, and now Lord, You’re my comfort, I know

chorus a, interlude, verse 1 Now I love You more than I Loved You before, and now Lord, You’re my comfort, I know

Lord, You– helped me Just when I needed You most Oh yeah, You– helped me Just when I needed You most You– helped me Just when I needed You most.

Sweet Mary Wadsworth Mansion responds to Jesus © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Up, we’re lookin’ up to You, God Up~ we’re lookin’ up to You, God Up~ we’re lookin’ up to You, God Up~ we’re lookin’ up to You, God, up~

Lord Jesus sent a letter to me He said to come to Him, and follow right away “The broken-hearted will find love" Though you’re all– alone – follow today”

Please carry me, till I’m home Till I’m home with You, yeah Please carry me, till I’m home, Lord Take me, Jesus, with You

Lord Jesus in that letter to me He said, “I’m callin’ you, so follow right away” And now I’ve got to stop and pray I will approach His throne~ Lord, I believe

chorus b Check it out and change your heart today Check it out and change your heart today Check it out He’ll carry you till you’re home Carry you home and Check it out and change your heart today Check it out and change your heart today Check it out He’ll carry you till you’re home Up, we’re lookin’ up to You, God Up~ we’re lookin’ up to You, God Up~ we’re lookin’ up to You, God Up~ we’re lookin’ up to You, God

Lord Jesus has a smile on His face You know He’s happy to see me Walkin’ on His way My only hope is Jesus the Christ The one and only way To become truly redeemed

chorus bc…

The Right Time of the Night Jennifer Warnes sees God’s glory in the heavens © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Sun goes down on a silky day Quarter moon walkin' thru the Milky Way

Oh, up in the heavens See the lights revealing the truth~ All the lights brighten the night The stars are winkin' above All the lights brighten the night, revealin’ God

Stars are talkin’ when the shadows fall Our Lord’s callin’ and we feel so small

chorus ab Our God’s true – we believe Tell you, that’s the way the Bible Always said it should be God is good – God is kind Let’s be glad, He truly shines

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Dueling Banjos Eric Weissberg celebrates Psalm 136 © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Singin’ a new song – singin’ a new song Give your thanks to God for He is good Give your thanks to God for He is good His love endures forevermore Love endures fore’er Give your thanks to the God of gods~ Give your thanks to the God of gods~ Give your thanks to the Lord of lords~ Give your thanks to the Lord of lords~ He alone made the whole creation He alone made the whole creation Singin’ a new song – singin’ a new song Give your thanks to God for He is good Give your thanks to God for He is good His love endures forevermore His love endures forevermore

interlude He rescued us from slavery Rescued us from slavery For the Lord is Almighty For the Lord is Almighty Opened up the stormy sea Opened up the stormy sea Brought the Pharaoh to his knees Brought the Pharaoh to his knees Gave to us a land of peace Gave to us a land of peace Give your thanks to God for He is good Give your thanks to God for He is good His love endures forevermore His love endures forevermore

Keep on Smilin’ Wet Willie calls us to rejoice in trials © 2006 by David J. Landegent

Well, you – say you've got the blues Got holes in both your shoes, yeah Feel alone and confused Got to keep on smilin', just keep on smilin' Yeah, you're – you’re ‘bout to go insane Cuz your life is such a pain And you think that you're to blame Try to keep on smilin’, just keep on smilin'

Keep on – smilin' thru the rain God will ease the pain~ You’re growin’ with the changes Till the Son comes back again

Keep on – smilin' thru the rain God will ease the pain~ You’re growin’ with the changes When singin’ this refrain

Goin’ through a hard and lonely day The Lord is hearin’ what you pray, yeah He’s there in trials anyway You gotta keep on smilin', Brother, keep on smiling Say you – you’re doin’ what you can Gonna change from pity now to Jesus’ plan, yeah Try to put your life with His hands Just keep on smilin', keep on smilin'

chorus b, interlude You're just hangin' out – and you fall apart And you're wonderin' – why it gets so dark If you’re believin’ – then you’ll go far

Smile on through the rain God will ease the pain Growin’ with the changes Till the Son comes back again Keep on smilin' (smilin’), smilin' (smilin’) Laughin’ (laughin’), laughin’ (laughin’)…

You’re the First, the Last, My Everything Barry White praises the Lord © 2006 by David J. Landegent

The First, the Last, the King of Kings And the answer to – all my needs You’re the Son, the Lamb, my Guiding Star My God so wonderful – that’s what You are I know – there’s only – only one like You The One Way – the Source of grace– too You're all I'm living for Your love endures forevermore, The First, You’re the Last, the King of Kings With You – I've found – new songs to sing A love so new only You – could bring Can’t believe it’s true You have revealed the way You're like a first morning dew On a brand new day I see – so many ways that I Can love you Lord~ in death or life You're my reality, yet it’s not just a~ dream You're the First, the Last, the King of Kings

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I know – there’s only – only one like You The One Way – the Source of grace– too Lord, You're my reality, it’s not just a~ dream You're the First, You’re the Last, The King of Kings

My Baby Loves Lovin’ White Plains celebrates the love of Jesus © 2000 by David J. Landegent

My Savior above – gives mercy and love And He’s got what it takes For the world to renew it My Savior above – gives mercy and love And He’s got what it takes For the world to renew it

I was LONE-ly once in this great big world (This great big world–) Just a nowhere man without a Lord (Just a nowhere man–) When I knelt to pray, then He showed the Way (Then He showed the Way–) And He called to me, and now I say:

chorus a He’s the ON-ly Lord, who is really good (Yes, the Lord is good–) I’m believing in His love upon the cross of wood (The cross of wood–) All my sorry fears – seem to fly away (Seem to fly away–) And He called to me, so now I say:

My Savior above – gives mercy and love And He’s got what it takes for me

No more lonely nights Waiting for the telephone to ring No more lonely days My Savior’s taken care of everything I'm telling you, people

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Love Story Theme Andy Williams sings of the glory of the gospel story © 2006 by David J. Landegent

���Where do I begin To tell the story of how great a love can be The gospel story that is older than the sea The simple truth about the Lord who died for me Where do I start With the cross of love He gave new meaning to this empty world of mine There’d never be a greater love that’s so divine He came into my life and made me justified

He fills my heart He fills my heart with every blessed thing With angels’ songs, beyond imagining He fills my soul with so much love That anywhere I go, I’m never lonely With Him around, who could be lonely I live in His hands, He’s always there Look upon the cross Can love be measured by the hours in a day I have no answers now, but this much I can say I will believe Him though the stars all burn away For He’ll be there

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Show and Tell Al Wilson wants to let the world know © 2006 by David J. Landegent

These are the eyes That never knew how to smile Till You came into my life (do-do-do-do-do) And these are the arms That long to serve on Your side Every day and every night (do-do-do-do-do) Lord, and here is the soul Of which You've taken control Faithfully I'm tryin' to shine forth Your light

Whoa~ Lord, I’ll tell – of Your saving grace So the world’ll say – they love You Lord– I’ll show them and tell them That You heal with grace and~ truth Yes, You do, Savior

These are the hands That can't help reaching for You Cuz I’m livin’ in Your light (livin’ in Your light) And these are the lips That can't help callin' Your name In the middle of the night (middle of the night) Whoa– and here is the man Who lets You know where he stands And You know I’ll heed Your commands & abide

chorus a Yes, You do, yes, You do Savior, Savior, Savior interlude, verse 2, chorus a

Yes, You do, yes, You do, Savior chorus a…

Werewolves of London Warren Zevon wants us to bless those who hunger © 2006 by David J. Landegent

I saw a young waif With a worn-out euro in his hand Walking through the streets of Soho in the rain He was looking for the place called Lee Ho Foods Gonna get a big dish of beef chow mein

O Lord— bless all the hungry – O Lord— O Lord— bless all the hungry – O Lord—

If you hear ‘em prowling around your kitchen door Better feed all the kids Whether its cooked or refrigerated, They’ll take bites Bless all the hungry again

chorus, interlude See the hairy-handed gent He needs some nourishment Lately, He’s been underfed in Mayfair You better give some food to him You know his hopes are slim Huh, don’t mock the man’s Creator

chorus Well, on Judgment Day, We’ll be talkin’ to the King If we had blessed all the hungry On Judgment Day you’ll be talkin’ to the King If you had blessed all the hungry And what you did providing for all of the hungry You did for Him Our Lord is hungry

O Lord––– bless all the hungry O Lord––– bless all the hungry…