The Best That I Can Do

V1
I asked the man have you made your plans for heaven
He said I have no guarantee to make it through
I said to save your soul on what are you depending
He said I’m trying to do the best that I can do

V2
He began to share how he’d been fair to his neighbors
Seemed He always had a helping hand to lend
But nowhere was there mention of a savior
No payment or provision for his sin

V3
So I said dear sir, may I share for just a minute
how I got my guarantee to make it through
I first confessed that I was just a sinner
Cause that my friend was the best that I could do.

Chorus
Yes the best that I could do was trust in Jesus
The best that I could do was call him friend
Noble deeds of mine couldn’t satisfy the debt I owe to Him
So the best that I could do was just
Believe that Jesus came and died to satisfy the debt I owe to Him

V4                                       
Oh my friend, have you done the best that you can do
Would you trust Him now before it is too late
When we’re at our best, we still are less than right and true
The debt we owe is a debt we cannot pay

Rodney Griffin / Songs of Greater Vision / BMI

The Voice of Falling Tears

V1
Lord I don’t even have the words to say
And I honestly would not know where to start
But even when my efforts are in vain
Somehow my tears explain to you my heart

Chorus
You hear my voice, when I can’t even say a word
When I can’t speak, my silent cry your ears have heard
For I know you’re somewhere watching
And you see each tear that’s falling
And to you the message of each drop is clear
For Lord you hear, I’m glad you hear
The voice of falling tears

V2
Each teardrop speaks of loved ones gone astray
They tell of broken dreams of yesterday
Tears explain to you the heart of every man
This language only you can understand

Bridge:
When earthly words get in the way
Of this miracle I need
I just bow before your throne
Where once again my teardrops intercede

Repeat chorus

Sandy Blythe / Jeff Whisnant Music / BMI

Be Not Afraid

V1
Rocked by waves and howling winds
And the storm that threatened them
The disciples sailed a boat on Galilee
They were tired and full of fright
They had fought the storm all night
Then the master came ‘a walking on the sea

Chorus
Be not afraid, for it is I, in the 4th watch of the night
You’ve fought and prayed but I am here and it’s alright
The storm will rage, the winds will blow
But they are under my control
It won’t be long till morning breaks
Be not afraid

V2
Hope seems gone the day is done
And the night is pressing on
Doctors said that they’ve done all that they can do
Around the clock the family prays

But helps already on the way
Without a doubt another doctor’s in the room

Jeff Steele & Ricky Atkinson
Chriskay Publishing / BMI  Ricky Atkinson Publishing / BMI

He Never Even Looked At The Man

V1
Walking towards the temple, in his finest clothes
The time of year had come for sin to be atoned
The law required a payment only blood could satisfy
The lamb he brought would have to give its life
His sins had been so many surely nothing could suffice
Then the priest fixed his eyes upon the sacrifice

Chorus
He never even looked (looks) at the man
He only examined (examines) the lamb
Carefully, deliberately, (lovingly) judging it’s acceptable
But he never even looked (looks) at the man

V2
Wanting to come forward, many in the crowd
Focus on the altar they’d like to come but how
Their sins are overwhelming, and works cannot atone
But the Father in His mercy, has made a way back home
The spirit does the calling
Says the finished work is done
It’s only through the sinless blood of Christ alone

Bridge
God can see our failures, He knows them great & small
So on the cross he placed the lamb
A sacrifice, once and for all

Repeate Chorus

Jeff Steele, Toni Clay & Jeff Ferguson
Chriskay Pub. / BMI  Yours for a Song Pub./BMI  Jeff Ferguson Music/BMI

He is Guiding Me

V1
I am not alone on my journey
I have a soverign Father who is watching over me
He’s leading every step, I’m walking with His help
As if I were the only one in need
Jesus is guiding me

Chorus
That’s why every day gets so much brighter
As I walk the path beside
The one who gives abundant life so I can clearly see
Oh, even when the darkness closes
I have found that Jesus knows just
Where I am and where I’m going
He is guiding me

V2
Through the years I’ve found Him to be faithful
Never have I walked this long and winding road alone
Down unfamiliar paths, no matter where I’m at
On sunny days or when I face the storm
Jesus keeps guiding on

Rodney Griffin & Chris Binion   Songs of Greater Vision / BMI  
Binion Music Group / BMI  (admin by Gaither Copyright Mgt.)

THERE IS

V1
There was no hope for sinners
In this wicked world below
No lamb upon the altar
Could wash us white as snow
There was no human worthy
To lay aside a crown
So from the Holy Heights of heaven
God sent Jesus down

CHORUS
And now There Is a sacrifice for sin
There Is Amazing Grace
There Is change that comes within
Each time a sinner prays
There Is a cross that's blood-stained
But the story does not end

For There Is a tomb thats empty

And its the only one There Is!

V2
I still don't understand it
I still can't comprehend
The love the cross demanded
As it paid for all my sins
I don't claim to have the answers
To the problems here below
But when it comes to God and sinners
Could I tell you what I know?

Rodney Griffin, (c)1999 Songs of Greater Vision / BMI

He Bled, He Died, He Rose

V1
We’ve heard the great commission
To go and spread the word
But sometimes our confession
Falls short of what we’ve heard
We need to simplify it
And make the message clear
The good news of the gospel
Is all they need to hear

Chorus
He bled, He died, He rose to live again
Three nails, one cross
Remind us where He’s been
To reach the lost
You’ve got to preach the cross
Til the whole world knows
Tell it everywhere you go
He bled, He died, He rose

V2
Go tell your friends and neighbors
How you have been redeemed
Tell your brothers and your sisters
The reason why you sing
It’s really just that simple
And worth it if you try
If we’re ever gonna reach them
We’ve got to testify

Daryl K.Williams & Ben Storie   Chris White Music / BMI  
Christian Taylor Music/ BMI

I’ll Live In Glory

V1

I’d like to stay here longer than man’s allotted days
And watch the fleeting changes of life’s uneven ways
But if my Savior calls me to that sweet home on high
I’ll live with Him forever, in glory by and by

Chorus
Oh yes I’ll live in Glory, by and by
I’ll tell and sing love’s story, there on high
There with my dear Redeemer, no more to die
Oh yes, I’ll live in glory, by and by

V2
The end I know is nearing, by faith I look away
To yonder home supernal, the land of endless day
I’ll cling to Him forever and look beyond the sky
And live with Him forever in glory by and by

J.M. Henson / John T. Benson Pub.
(Songs of Inspiration #10)

The Light Of The Lamb

V1
This world is full of trouble, seems like everywhere we go
We’re living ‘neath the shadows of much sorry here below
But soon we’ll see His splendor like we’ve never known before
Oh, we’re waiting for the day
when dark of night will be no more

Chorus
The light of the Lamb will shine brighter than the sun
The Great I Am will welcome us, we’ll hear Him say well done
For ten thousand years we’ll sing his praise
As if we’ve just begun
Oh, the light of the Lamb, oh the light of the Lamb
Yes, the light of the Lamb will shine brighter than the sun

V2
A day will last forever, in that city over there
And what a day as finally we lay down our every care
It’s the end of every shadow, end of every hidden thing
As we stand together in the brilliant glory of our King

Repeat chorus

Twila LaBar & Tony Wood
Bridge Building/Upright Grand Music , BMI

Row J Seat 9 Songs / New Spring, ASCAP

What Can I Do For You

V1
Lord, when I think of mercy and when I think of grace
When I recall the many joys you’ve given me each day
When I stop and realize, you’ve been my strength time after time
I bough my head in thankfulness, for the blessings you’ve supplied

Chorus
After all you’ve done for me, what can I do for you
You’ve given everything I need and you’ve always been true
Every time the load gets heavy, you’re there to see me through
After all you’ve done, what can I do for you

V2
My prayer dear Lord is use me
Show me your will and I’ll obey
Wherever your hand leads me, I will follow all the way
When I stop and realize
You’ve been my strength, time after time
I bough my head in thankfulness
For the blessings you’ve supplied

Repeat chorus

Sandy Blythe / Jeff Whisnant Music / BMI

I Must Touch Jesus

V1
She pressed her way through the crowd
Though she had grown so weak
She had now spent everything, and hope was gone it seemed
But she kept her eyes focused on the Master just ahead
And I believe the crowd that day
Heard these words she said

Chorus
I must touch Jesus, I must touch His hem somehow
For a miracle awaits me, when at His feet I bow
I will be made whole and every need I have
He will supply
I must touch Jesus, while He is passing by

V2
This trial that you face my friend
Seems too much for you
And you feel the world is closing in
With no one to run to
Oh but lift your eyes and you’ll find
Jesus passing by your way
And just like that little woman, reach out to him in faith

Repeat chorus

Sandy Blythe / Jeff Whisnant Music / BMI

Lyrics for the For The Life of Me project!
Click here for a copy of the lyrics for "For The Life Of Me" in Microsoft Word format!

I’VE BEEN THERE  

V1
God knows I understand
How much you feel alone
What’s not broken is breaking
The numbness then the aching
As you face this great unknown

CHORUS
I’ve been there…. that’s why I’m here
I know that pain, I’ve cried those same tears
And I’ll go through this with you
Till we can see your way clear
I’ve been there…. That’s why I’m here

V2
Anger wells up inside
Cause life is so unfair
It’s hard to keep on trying
When you feel just like you’re dying
And your heart torn apart in despair

Marcia Henry & Niles Borop/ Centergy Music / BMI

UNCONDITIONAL LOVE

V1
They’re a picture on my mantle ages six and three
They’re a “ momma can you hold me, I just skinned my knee”
and they’re a smile and then a hug for that new bat and ball
They’re a lot of things to me but most of all

CHORUS
They’re an image of the Father who created them
Forgiving every time when I mess up
Of  all the blessings God has given me
They’re the ones that help me see
The meaning of ….unconditional love

V2
Sometimes they fuss and fight
Just because they can
They wanta be just like their daddy
They think he’s the man
They’ve got their momma’s nose and their momma’s eyes
But when we kneel and pray at night, I realize

BRIDGE
It’s the kind that they both give
It’s the kind that they receive
And every time I look at them…. I believe

Monty Lane Allen, Susan Whisnant , Robert Arthur
KenzieGray Music / BMI   Jeff Whisnant Music / BMI   Sir Robert Music / BMI

APART FROM YOU

CHORUS
Apart from You, Lord I can’t do anything
I need You for everything
To live, to breath, to move
Apart from You, Lord I am helpless
My life is so hopeless and blue
I’m nothing apart from You

V1
With your love in my hand
And your strength to stand
I can do what You’ve called me to do
And anything is possible with You
But I’m nothing Lord apart from you

V2
I’m a branch, You’re the vine
So in You I’ll abide
Drawing all that I need to bear fruit
You’re the heart of my life and all I do
And I can’t survive apart from You

Marcia Henry / Centergy Music / BMI

FOR THE LIFE OF ME

V1
For the life of me I cannot find a reason
Just why a royal king would leave his throne
He looked down on humanity and loved us
Enough to doan a robe of flesh and bone
He knew that they would mock him and they’d beat him
Still he chose to be our sacrifice
He knew the pain that waited on a rugged cross
Still he came and paid the highest price

CHORUS
And for the life of me I don’t understand
How he could look beyond my faults
Love away my sin
For the life of me
I just cannot see
why he would give me mercy
When I was undeserving
How could he die just for the life of me

V2
For the life of me I cannot find the answer
How one like him could care for me so much
There is nothing I could give to make me worthy
For the price he paid for me with his own blood
But there at that ole’ whipping post he saw me
And he knew that I’d be lost with out his grace
So in love he turned and climbed the hill Golgotha
And he died upon a cross that bore my name.

Sandy Blythe / Jeff Whisnant Music / BMI

LOVE THEM LIKE JESUS

V1
The love of her life is drifting away
Their losing the fight for another day
The life that she’s known is falling apart
A fatherless home, a child’s broken heart
You’re holding her hand, you’re staining for words
You’re trying to make sense of it all
She’s desperate for hope
Darkness clouding her view
And she’s looking to you

CHORUS
Just love her like Jesus (them), Carry her to Him (them)
His yoke is easy, his burden is light
You don’t need the answers to all of life’s questions
Just know that He loves her and stay by her side (them)
And love her like Jesus, Love her like Jesus (them)

V2
The gifts lie in wait, In a room painted blue
A Little blessing from heaven will be there soon
Hope fades in the night
Blue skies turn to gray as the little one slips away
You’re holding their hand, You’re straining for words
You’re trying to make sense of it all
Their desperate for hope, Darkness clouding their view
And they’re looking to you

The Lord of all creation holds our lives in His hands
The God of all the nations holds our lives in His hands
The Rock of our salvation holds our lives in His hands He cares for them just as he cares for you

Mark Hall & Bernie Herms / Club Zoo Music / BMI /SWECS Music / BMI / (Admin by EMI CMG Pub) / Word Music LLC / ASCAP / Banahama Tunes / ASCAP / (Admin by Word Music LLC / ASCAP)

WONDERFUL LIFE

V1
I stagger just to think of all God’s done for me
My cup is overflowing living life abundantly
I use to pray for blessings now the blessings chasing me
What a wonderful life God’s given me

CHORUS
What a wonderful life, my sin has been washed away
What a glorious feeling, all of my wrongs have been erased
What a great joy and peace I find, knowing I’m his and he is mine
And that he’s with me all the time, what a wonderful life

V2
Now friend you just can’t lose when God is on your side
The odds may be against you, but God can turn the tide
What the devil sends to harm you are just blessings in disguise
All things work for good what a wonderful life

CHORUS 2
What a wonderful life when your sin have been washed away
What a glorious feeling all of your wrongs have been  erased
What a great joy and peace you’ll find knowing you’re on the winning side
And that He’s with you all the time what a wonderful life

Chris Binion & Marcia Henry / Christian Taylor Music / BMI a div. Of Daywind, (admin by ICG) / Marcia Henry Music / BMI (admin by Gaither Copyright Mgt.)

THE CHURCH ACROSS THE STREET

V1
She put the phone back in its cradle, and leaned against the wall
Devastating silence, from the long awaited call
Congratulations, had confirmed her deepest fear
As she gave herself the label, unwed mother, eighteen years

CHORUS
And at the church across the street, the band played on
The choir sang another verse of another lovely song
But her world was crashing, in apartment 33
And she wondered if she would ever meet
Someone from the church across the street

V2
She left her apartment, at a quarter after eight
Drove a mile to the clinic, walked inside the iron gate
She was greeted warmly, with reassurance in his voice
A simple, safe procedure… had she made the proper choice

Chorus…..as she paid the doctor’s fee…..

V3
Making recollections, she tries to forget
But the room where she had lived alone
She shares with her regret
She sits by the window and longs for something more
As she listens to the baby cry in apartment 34

TAG
And she wondered if she would ever meet
Someone who can help her with her need
Maybe someone from the church across the street

Timothy Mark / Global Outreach Music / BMI

THAT’S ALL

V1
I’ve been sold so many looks
Changed my hair, changed my clothes
Weight this little, spend this much
To fit in don’t you know
But in the middle of this madness
I only hear one voice 
And I’m not giving in, I’ve made my choice

CHORUS
Jesus, I wanta be like you, that’s all
Do what, ever you want me to, that’s all
Feel them pushing me, making me, chase whatever’s new
But Jesus, I wanta be like you,  oh … that’s all

V2
They only see the outside stuff but that’s really no surprise
But what matters most to me can’t be seen with these eyes
It’s not about an image cause the most important part
Is the work that you’re doing in my heart

TAG
I’ll not be controlled by what I’m told to be
I’m driven by a passion deep inside of me

Jim Brady, Tony Wood & Barry Weeks
Brady House Pub. (BMI)  New Spring a division of Zomba Enterprises Inc
Row J Seat 9 Songs (ASCAP)  Building Bridge, a division of Zomba Enterprises, Inc (BMI)
Administered by Brentwood-Benson Music Pub.
All rights reserved. Used by permission.

THE OTHER SIDE OF GRACE

V1
I use to worry bout the troubles and the problems
That this life, always seemed to throw my way
But all of them together can’t compare to the promise
That’s gonna be made real in me someday.

CHORUS
My redemption has been sealed by the blood of the lamb
That’s the reason for the joy that’s in my heart and on my face
And the spirit has revealed, who I was, and who I am
Now I know I’ll never live again in that lonely place
Back there on the other side of grace

V2
For every sinner that has turned to the Savior
Humbly bowed and called upon His name
You can ask them now if they’d ever wanta change it
Their replay will always be the same

Monty Lane Allen, Susan Whisnant , Robert Arthur
KenzieGray Music / BMI /  Jeff Whisnant Music / BMI /  Sir Robert Music / BMI

CREATE IN ME

V1
Lord you know my heart
And I know how often I must break yours
Sometimes I drift so far
You call my name but I just shut the door
Clothed in grace and patience
You keep waiting there
Knowing this I offer you this simple prayer

CHORUS
Create in me a clean heart, oh God
And renew a right spirit in me
Create in me a clean heart, oh God
And renew a right spirit in me

V2
I think that I can find
Happiness in everything but you
But every single time
I’m standing empty when my journey’s through
Fellowship with you
Is all I really need
But it’s not there when sin is in the heart of me

Chorus

Monty Lane Allen, Susan Whisnant, Robert Arthur
KenzieGray Music / BMI  / Jeff Whisnant Music /  BMI /  Sir Robert Music / BMI

I Delighted In the Lord

V1
When I first saw you, I knew without a doubt

You were the only one for me
You were all my eyes could see, when I prayed to the Father
Seeking out His will, the desires of my heart He gave to me

I Delighted in the Lord and He gave me you
You were the desire of my heart
We are living proof His word is true
I delighted in the Lord and He gave me you

V2
I will praise Him, for all that He has done
He gave this love to you and me
And this promise we will keep, as we live our lives together
We will serve Him faithfully
For in Him we truly are complete

Repeat Chorus

Melissa Brady
Brady House Publishing / BMI
All rights reserved.  Used by permission.

Lyrics for the New Day Dawning project!
Click here for a copy of the lyrics for New Day Dawning in Microsoft Word format!

When The Morning Breaks

V1:
Though the battle rages long and on into the night
There's a hope to help us cope, we'll not give up the fight
Darkness and despair will no longer have to bear
When the morning breaks, eternal, bright and fair

Ch:
When the morning breaks, eternal bright and fair
All the soldiers of the cross, will gather over there
All our sorrows will be gone, as the night gives way to dawn
When the morning breaks eternal bright and fair

V2:
No more stormy mornings no more clouds up in the sky
No more fears and no more tears will ever dim our eyes
What a joy will come when we see the risen Son
We'll stand and shout, praise God the victory's won

David Jenkins / Thomas Peck Music / BMI

He Left It All

V1:
He didn't bring an army to help Him on His way
He didn't bring an angel to praise him night and day
He didn't bring one piece of gold to buy some food to eat
Instead, He turned and laid it all, at His father's feet

Ch:
He left it all, to rescue me
He left it all, to die on Calvary
He left it all, not one comfort did He bring
Not His robe, not His crown
Not ten thousand bowing downing
Not one piece of jasper wall
He left it all

V2:
This man they're crucifying, He says He is a king
But judging from the clothes He wears
He doesn't own one thing
But little did they know that day,
As His blood came streaming down
He owned the sun, the stars and the moon
He even owned the ground

Rodney Griffin / Songs of Greater Vision / BMI

A GREATER YES

Verse 1:
It starts with a desire, planted deep within your heart
You pray in faith, and wait for God to move
Time passes and you wonder
Did He hear me when I called?
Should I even have prayed that prayer at all

Chorus:
You never pray a prayer, your Father will not answer
He can't ignor His child's earnest request
While you're waiting and believing
For what you thought was best
Trust God if He says no….. You're still Blessed
There must be a greater yes

Verse 2:
There comes a time when child-like faith
Must graduate to trust
Trials come and you're convinced you're on your own
But the teacher's often silent
During the hardest test
But He'll answer when It's time with what is best

Bridge:
Sometimes God will answer - just like we prayed
Then other times what's on His mind
Is a better plan, a another way, a greater yes

Marcia Henry / Marcia Henry Music / BMI

New Day Dawning

V1
I'm gonna sit by the crystal river
Dangle my feet in the cool clear blue
I'm gonna sit with the saints and angels
I'm gonna be there how about you

Ch:
I'm gettin ready for a new day dawning
I'm gettin ready for a brand new morning
Packin' my bags for a heavenly journey
I can't wait to be there, no I can't wait to be there

V2:
I've got a lot of old friends and loved ones
Some already have gone before
Hand in hand we'll tour that city
Then we'll kneel at the feet of our Lord

Joel Lindsay/Paragon Music/Vacation Boy/ASCAP
Admin. By Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.

Nevertheless

V1
Broken and battered on life's angry sea
Desperate and dying in sin's misery
I was hopeless and helpless to merit God's grace
Unworthy, unholy with judgment to pay

Chorus
Nevertheless, Christ loved me
Nevertheless, He died in my place
He traded my failures for His righteousness
And bought my salvation, nevertheless

V2
Jesus, Jehovah the King of all kings
Master and maker of everything
He is sinless and spotless the Unblemished One
He knew I was nothing, lost and undone

Rebecca J. Peck / Thomas Peck Music / BMI

Thank You Says It Best

V1:
As I count my many blessings Lord
And name them one by one, I am amazed
I feel so undeserving of the love, you bestow on me each day
My heart is overflowing with many things I wish I could express
Though my gratitude inside I can't describe
Thank you says it best

Ch:
Thank you for the price you paid on Calvary
For a sinner such as I
Thanks for every time that you spoke peace
When my storm was raging high
Lord, I'll never understand just why you love
And why I am so blessed
When my words have failed me Lord I find
Thank you says it best

V2:
I can't forget the times that you've shown mercy
When I knew I had done wrong
And I remember how you carried me, when I just could not go on
And I recall how faithful you have been, in my hour of distress
Though I can't fully convey my gratefulness,
Thank you says it best

Sandy Blythe / Jeff Whisnant Music / BMI

Heaven's Lamb

I was a pilgrim walking thru a dusty barren land
Searching for the way that leads home
And through my hesitation and my desperation
I realized my soul was lost
Then I surrendered my will and my heart
Salvation came to me by the way of the cross

There is a road leading to Golgatha's Hill
Where grace walked from that battlefield Victorious
And the blood still flows
Redemption through the Savior's hand
Mercy's only way to fallen man
Was Heaven's Lamb

You may be burdened
by a sinful past that holds you down
it's chained around your heart and hope
You walk through life alone
Draggin all the sin you've known
You can't escape the cold and dark
Jesus is waiting with healing in His arms
He can save you now no matter where you are

Monty Lane Allen / Kenzie Gray Music/BMI

When I Rested In The Lord

V1
Trying to cope with the pressures of life
Left me with weary days and sleepless nights
I searched for the answer, not knowing the question
I was running fast, but in the wrong direction
In desperation, I fell to my knees
And surrendered to the voice calling come unto me

Ch
My soul found peace when I rested in the Lord
I drank from the fountain, where living water poured
His mercy covered me and His grace made me restored
My soul found peace when I rested in the Lord

V1.
Just like the woman Jesus met at the well
My past was cluttered with the places I'd failed
And justice for me would be His condemnation
Instead, He offered me the way of salvation
I traded the ruins of a wasted life,
For a yoke that is easy and a burden that's light

William Allbritton/Steve Spurlin
Thomas Peck Music/BMI/Peck's Corner Publishing/ASCAP

I Wonder If You Know
Verse 1:
I wonder if he knew, when he sailed away from Troas
This trip of his would someday change the world
I wonder if he knew that one day he'd be known as
The apostle who left it all to serve the Lord
I wonder if Paul knew, with every shipwreck and each trial
As he wrote the details down for all to see
Every sacred line would become the Holy Bible
Be passed on down till it found it's way to me

Chorus:
I wonder if he knew how important he was to fulfill the Father's plan
To get the gospel to us And I wonder if he knew
There'd be millions that would follow if he would just preach to the few
I wonder if he knew

Verse 2:
I wonder if you know when you rose up from your pillow
The Father knew the lives you'd touch today
I wonder if you know through eyes filled with sorrow
Their watching you though they don't know your name
I wonder if you know the footprints you are leaving
May be the steps they'll follow to the thrown
And just behind their smile,
There's a broken heart that's grieving
In search of lasting peace to call their own

Chorus:
I wonder if you know how important you are
To fulfill the Father's plan to get the gospel to all
And I wonder if you know, they'll be many that will follow
If you will just share as you go; I wonder if you know

Jesus waits in Heaven looking to the earth below
There's something he is saying, something he wants you to know
To know…

He Says… I want you to know how important you are
To fulfill the Father's plan to get the gospel to all
And I want you to know they'll be many that will follow
If you will just share as you go
I want you to know, I want you to know
Jesus wants you to know

Rodney Griffin / Songs Of Greater Vision / BMI

Grand Opening

Verse 1
Heaven's full of brand new mansions
Jesus went to prepare
And He's promised when He's finished
We could move right in up there
The final touches have been made
The banner's hoist to wave
Any day the clouds will roll back
The church will walk right through the gate

Chorus:
Grand Opening Soon - Welcome one and all
From high upon the housetops inside the grave they'll hear the call
To our brand new relocation
Beyond the stars and the moon
We'll rise to the occasion of that Grand Opening Soon

Verse 2:

The tomb received His body, when the Father hid His face
Hell rejoiced in triumph as the stone was rolled in place
But life wasn't out of business
Only temporarily closed
Heaven had Grand Opening on the third day when he arose

Marcia Henry & Ronnie Hinson
Marcia Henry Music/BMI/Songs Of Calvary/BMI

Thank God For Grace

V1:
I have seen the ruined lives of millions bound by sin
I have seen those in the ghetto, with a bottle in their hand
Yet I know, this could be me, I could in that same place
But I'm washed and redeemed, I thank God for grace

Ch:
Unworthy of mercy, yet I'm free and saved
Unworthy of royal blood, that flows through my veins
If not for Calvary, where would I be today
I was blind now I see, I thank God for grace

V2:
Nothing good I have done, to deserve this grace I found
I was lost as could be, when His hand reached way down
Where once I had nothing, I now have everything
Oh, I thank God for grace, that saved a wretch like me

Bridge:
Grace, grace, God's grace
Grace that is greater than all my sin

Sandy Blythe / Jeff Whisnant Music / BMI

He Knows My Name

V1.
There have been times when often I wondered
As I walk this narrow way
Could the Lord hear me, would He answer
Did He even know my name
But I discovered the moment I called Him
He's been faithful, always true
The answer I need is ever awaiting
By His hand He leads me through

Ch:
He knows my name and he sees my every need
He picks me up, praise the Lord he hears my plea
He is my hope, and the rock on which I stand
He knows my name and He holds my hand

V2:
As a weary pilgrim during this journey
I have been in need of strength
So I call the Master who's been faithful
To supply what e're I need
There's never a moment He's too busy
And won't help me when I pray
He is always waiting, ready and able
Praise the Lord, He knows my name

Chris Binion / Christian Taylor Music / BMI

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Even In The Valley

VI:
High upon this mountain - the sun is shining bright
My heart is filled with gladness here above the cares of life
But I've just come through the valley of trouble, fear and pain
It was there I came to know my God enough to stand and say

CHORUS:
Even in the valley - God is good
Even in the valley - He is faithful and true
He carries his children through - like He said he would
Even in the valley - God is good

V2:
The road of life has lead you to a valley of defeat
You wonder if the father has heard your desperate plea
But there is hope in the rugged place where tears of sorrow dwell
Can't you hear Him gently whispering "I am hear and all is well"

Rebecca Peck & Amy Marie Unthank / Thomas Peck Music / BMI
Admin. By Thomas Peck Music
www.thomaspeckmusic.com

God's Bigger Than That

VI:
We are soldiers in an army fighting every day
The captain of glory is leading the way
We are headed to a city - He's taking us on back
No matter what's before us - God's bigger than that

CHORUS:
My God is bigger than the mountains or the raging seas
He's bigger than my worries - He's bigger than my needs
He is the rock of ages - sweet victory at last
No matter what the problem - God's bigger than that

V2:
You may face the raging battle of Satan every day
As he constantly reminds you of all your past mistakes
See he's got his eyes upon you - He's trying to turn you back
But he knows you know the answer - God's bigger than that

Tag:
He is bigger than all of my problems - Bigger than all my fears
God is bigger than any mountain that I can or cannot see
Bigger than all of my questions - Bigger than anything
God is bigger than any mountain that I can or cannot see

Chris Binion & Scott Moody / Pisgah Ridge Music / BMI &
Scott Moody Pub. / BMI / & Binion Music Group / BMI

What A Blessed Joy

V1
I had searched for things to fill the emptiness I felt inside
I had struggled with decisions needing answers for my life
Then I heard about a man who said he'd gladly help me out
Since that day my life's been changed now beyond all doubt

CHORUS:
There's a blessed joy in knowing Jesus washed my sin away
There's a peace thats overflowing from a love I can't explain
I've been drinking from the fountain ever since that glorious day
What a blessed joy in knowing I am saved

V2
Now the chains that held me captive they no longer have me bound
All the shackles of deception they have fallen to the ground
I have willingly abandoned death and traded it for life
The day I prayed the sinner's prayer and gave my heart to Christ

TAG:
I've been drinking from the fountain ever since that glorious day
What a blessed joy in knowing - there's a land I'll soon be going
What a blessed joy in knowing I am saved

Chris Binion / Asheville Music Pub. / BMI
Binion Music Group / BMI

Christians Won't Burn

V1:
I remember the night when I was saved
The spirit convicted said today's the day
Come to Jesus or you'll still be lost
The price is high but Calvary paid the cost

So with tear filled eyes and a broken heart
I begged for salvation and fear to depart
But now I'm an heir to the promise of grace
That somewhere in heaven I have a place

CHORUS:
Satan tries to abuse me - He's always accusing
And telling God how unworthy I am
But I've told him once, when will he learn
I've been blood bought - and Christians won't burn

V2:
Oh we need some preachers to take a stand
And preach the work across the land
And worn those sheep away from the fold
And tell the wanderer there's rest for the soul

What a joy in knowing your sins are all gone
To have peace in your heart and sing a brand new song
And though satan still fights you from day to day
Just stand on the blood - and boldly say

TAG:
We've told him once, when will he learn
We've been blood bought and Christians won't burn

Brian Edwards/KME Publishing/BMI

I Like It All

V1
I like to watch a dear saint of God get blessed as the spirit moves in
I like to see a man down on his knees at the altar confessing his sin
I like to hear a choir loud and clear declaring God's love for all
From the singing to the sermon, even if it's a long one
I must say, I Like It All!

Chorus:
I like the way that it feels when the Spirit is real
And the people are in one accord
I like the love that I sense when we're gathered together
And take turns to brag on the Lord
There's no place for me that I'd rather be
Cause at the church house - I have a ball
From when the first bell is rung
Till the last song is sung
I must say, I Like It All!

V2
I still remember when this attraction began
As a child on a pine board pew
One Sunday I heard through the fire of God's word a message that caused me to move
That day my life went from darkness to light at an old time altar call
Satan lost, it was over; Christ gained another soldier
And that's why, I like it all!

Steve Hurte & Rodney Griffin / Songs Of Greater Vision / BMI

I Have Seen The Lord

V1:
With a heavy heart and tear-filled eyes Isaiah bowed in prayer
The death of a king was all he could see in that moment of despair
But as he looked up toward the sky he beheld a glorious sight
Soon all the pain had slipped away as he raised his voice and cried

Chorus:
I have seen the Lord - I see Him high and lifted up
My eyes behold the beauty of His power and glory
And into His mighty hand I place my faith and trust
For I have seen the Lord high and lifted up

V2:
As the battle rages all around many soldiers are going down
And all we see is much defeat till we hear that joyful sound
It's the voice of our great Commander
Crying rise up and be strong
And just one glimpse of His majesty gives us courage to fight on

Tag:
And into His mighty hand I place my faith and trust
For I have seen the Lord high and lifted up

Sandy Blythe / Whisnant Music Group / BMI

I'll Never Walk Away

V1:
The multitude had watched Him turn water into wine
They witnessed as the lame man gained strength to arise
But soon many tuned back and followed Him no more
As He stood there watching it broke the heart of the Lord

V2:
He turned to his close friends - will you also go away
He must have felt rejection as a tear ran down his face
The disciples cried and said Lord to whom shall we go
In you there is eternal life and salvation I know

CHORUS:
Though others may walk away - by your side I'll stay
Though the world may criticize me - I'm yours come what may
For I've made a promise, it's one I won't break
Lord I'll never walk away

V3:
In the Bible we read of a time that would be
When many would fall away to sins misery
Forsaking their first love, denying God's son
Turning from his mercy, rejecting his love

V4:
As we look around, we know this time has arrived
So many are falling on the left and the right
But as for me, I've made up my mind
I'll keep holding to your hand Lord
For you won't let go of mine

Sandy Blythe / Whisnant Music Group / BMI

Lord Willing And The Church Don't Rise

V1
For many years I had no sense of purpose
I lived my life never knowing Jesus
His Spirit lit a spark - deep within my heart
And suddenly I was free from darkness

V2
That spark within my soul is now a fire
Complacency's replaced with fresh desire
No time for sin or slack, Jesus is coming back
It's harvest time, and that's why I'm inspired

CHORUS:
So Lord willing and the church don't rise I'm gonna be working
Day by day, soul by soul, building God's kingdom
Soon the church is gonna realize
What's been waiting on the other side
But until then I'll be working
Lord willing and the church don't rise

V3
The gates will open wide to heaven's splendor
The Lord will welcome us as we enter
The crowns that we have won
For the work that we have done
Will make us glad that we had surrendered

Rodney Griffin & Jeff Ferguson / Songs Of Greater Vision / BMI
and Jeff Ferguson Music / BMI

Nail It To The Cross

V1
Is there something in your heart - between you and the Lord
Are you drifting apart - not as close anymore
There's nothing you can do - that He will not forgive
Bring it to the cross - let it die so you can live

Chorus
Nail it to the cross - get it under the blood
Drown your pain and every stain in the mercy flood
Nail it to the cross - find hope and forgiveness
Kneel at the tree and walk away free - Nail it to the cross

V2
Is there a burden you bear that's got you battered and bound
Struggling for strength, do you long to lay it down?
Don't take another step, just kneel where you stand
Lay it at the cross and take the hammer in your hand

Marcia Henry / Centergy Music / BMI

What The Lord Had Done For Me

V1:
I cannot tell you how God formed the mountains
or placed the stars in the sky
I cannot tell you how he paints a rainbow
And makes the sparrow fly
I cannot tell you how he tends the lilies
With hands that hold the sea
But I can tell you what the Lord has done for me

CHORUS:
He cleansed my heart from sin put His peace within
And gave me life anew
He healed my broken heart that was torn apart
And gave me Heaven too
I cannot tell you all of the joy that's waiting throughout eternity
But I can tell you what the Lord has done for me

V2:
I cannot tell you how the God of heaven was in a manger bed
I cannot tell you how blind eyes were opened and multitudes were
fed
I cannot tell you why he'd love a sinner and die upon a tree
But I can tell you what the Lord has done for me.

Rebecca Peck / Thomas Peck Music / BMI
(Admin Thomas Peck Music 931-224-1513)

Until I Kneel

V1
His sweat became as drops of blood that fell to the ground
Surrendered to the Father, the Son was bowing down
So humble and so willing to die on a cross that lie ahead
But, needing strength this moment, I wonder if he said…

Chorus
Until I kneel and pray, hear what you say
Oh, what have I to give? (2nd chorus"Lord what have I to give?)
Until I take some time just you and I alone
Until I ask what you would have me do
Get my orders from your throne
How can I be real, until I kneel?

V2
If Jesus took the time to pray then surely so should I
I'm just an empty vessel needing power from on high
If I'm to reach a soul in need, there's something I must do
Bow before you, Father, for my strength must come from you

Rodney Griffin / Songs Of Greater Vision / BMI