Sing A New Song, It's Christmas Time

Except for the congregation of the mid-western church where my family and I belonged, few others knew I wrote music. Several years ago, my kids, now grown up, encouraged me to write a blog such as this, to accompany the music, thereby, fulfilling my promised commission to continually raise, and praise the Lord. I hesitated to present the music itself because it wasn't as splendidly produced as I prayed it would be. At the most, we had did our best, with 4-5 volunteer singers and me, choir director/musician...giving it the best of our love. Today's selection is a Christmas carol called, Sing A New Song, It's Christmas Time.

The birth of the baby Jesus is told in Matthew 1:18 and into the second chapter of Matthew. It is also found in chapter 1 in  Luke, starting with the 26 verse. Prophets in the Old Testament foretold of his birth, e.g. Micah 5:1-2, Isaiah 9:6. Each writer, in telling the story, brings more understanding to the socio-political, and religious environment surrounding His birth. 

A young virgin named Mary, chose by the Holy Ghost, to be the mother of Jesus, was already espoused to Joseph, espoused meaning legally engaged, not married. When Joseph found Mary was with child, being a just man, he did not want to punish or shame her. Obedient to an angel in his dream, he married Mary, but did not consummate their vows until Jesus was born (Matthew 1:18-25).  At that time Mary is said to be between 12 and 14 years old; Joseph was 90 years old. 

Matthew 2 speaks of a supernatural sight of a star in the east, pointing to the place where the King of the Jews is born. Wise men from the east followed the star. King Herod had already called for a census (that all the world should be taxed). Joseph and Mary had to travel from Nazareth to Bethlehem (About 90 miles), because they had to go back to the land of his ancestors to be counted. Matthew tells how the wise men (3? not specified in the Bible) found Jesus. They worshipped Him and they left very expensive gifts for Him (gold, myrrh, and frankincense). Being warned in a dream not to return to Herod, as he had asked them to do. Then wise men went home another way since Herod, acting like he wanted to praise the baby, really wanted to kill the baby.

Luke 2 talks about the Holy Family arrival in Bethlehem. The inn was full. Mary was at term. Baby Jesus was born, and wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manger. An angel told the shepherds, who were watching their sheep nearby, "Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.." Then  a multitude of heavenly host were with the angel, praising God (Luke 2:11-14).

Things to ponder and tidbits to go,

1) Time was split in half at His birth- BC/AD.

2) Two very funny comedians used to have a joke everybody loved. It was about baseball It concerned who was on first and who was on second. It behooves us, as Christians, to answer that question. For help, read Matthew 6:33. 

3) The Christmas story is very powerful and should be told, not only as tradition but over and over to our children, til no other story outshines it.

This story is true, to the best of my remembering. The teacher has separated us into groups, with the aim of decorating of classroom for Christmas. We were all happily engaged, when suddenly a painful cry was heard. Startled, we all looked up! The teacher yelled, "What happened?". Lori ran passed the teacher, and out of the classroom crying. The teacher ran after her but could not catch her. The principal was notified and called her home. In those days we had  neighborhood schools, easily within 5 minutes of home. For lunchtime we went home to eat and returned back to school for afternoon class.

In no time Lori and a very upset mother returned to our class. Lori was red eyed from crying. Her mother was just red-eyed. After giving our class and our teacher a thorough tongue lashing about being so big mouthed, she and Lori left. Phew! The classroom was very quiet. Our teacher looked over at Lori's group, yes, the usual suspects were there, James, William and Ralph, trying not to laugh, stood waiting for Teach to scold but she didn't. She  quietly addressed the three of them, "What did you do?".  James burst out laughing, "We told her there was no Santa Claus!". The whole class giggled. Trying not to verbalize, "Wha!!". The teacher just told us to continue working on our projects.  She never mentioned this to us again, and perhaps not even to Lori when she returned to school the next day. We were in the 8th grade, soon to be Freshmen in High School! (Of course, all names have been changed to protect the innocent).

The beauty of the Christmas season should be enjoyed with lights, colors, gift giving, well-wishing, decorations and beautiful Christmas trees, for sure! Joy to the world. 

My dear readers be ever blessed and protected by Jesus Our Lord. If there be tears of sadness in your home right now, may they soon become tears of joy. May the love of the Jesus Child, I pray, fill your life with gladness in every way. And may you sing, yes, sing, a beautiful new song today. 

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I'm Coming In

The easy melody, and words of praise in, I'm Coming In lends itself beautifully to the creative stylings of most Gospel singers. Meaning, it builds emotionally in thought and feeling. Though it only has 3 short verses, and a repetitive melody, it capably superimposes and reiterates the message it intends to convey. That is; the wonderfulness of meeting Jesus, growing to be like Him and forever to stay with Him.

God makes no question about us being welcome, we can at any, and all times, enter into His Holy Presence for anything, big or small (Proverbs 3:6). By his own invitation He says come. Often. Routinely(1 Thessalonians 5:17).  In Spirit and truth we can enter into His gates with thanksgiving and praise.

He is omniscient. He knows all. Yet, Father God allows me, indeed, encourages me (Isaiah 43:25-26) to seek His face. He says plead your case, put Me in remembrance. He says, let us argue together. I can freely approach Him because He Says I can. Whether by prayer or meditation, I have His ear. Conversationally, in my mind, in praise and adoration in my soul. Weeping and wailing in the depths of my spirit, He hears me. He forgives me for His own sake. He blesses me because He can, because He is love, because He is mercy.

(2 Kings 20:1-6) King Hezekiah had just been given a message by the prophet Isaiah that he would not recover from his sickness. God had told Isaiah to tell the king to get his house in order. King Hezekiah turned his face to the wall and wept bitterly. He prayed and reminded  God of his obedience e.g. how he had walked before the Lord in truth and with a perfect heart, and had done that which was good in God's sight. Before Isaiah could get to the middle court, God told Isaiah to go back and tell Hezekiah, "I have heard your prayers and seen your tears; I will heal you. I will add 15 years to your life, and I will deliver you and this city out of the hands of the king of Assyria". 

King Hezekiah reminded God and God blessed him.

Our church was small, from the front door to the pulpit, so it was just a matter of a few steps to the choir stand. When I suggested "marching in" to I'm Coming In, I expected the smiles of amusement from the choir. "Lee, all we gonna get out is, I'm Com... and Reverend will be opening up the order of service". I grinned too, they were right. But not this time, we sang it all the way through. Maybe, so you can hear it today, thanks to our dear pastor, posthumously, for letting us finish the song. Forgive the unpolished recording, it was only  meant for rehearsal--a tape recorder on top of a piano.

So blessed friends, while the invitation is still being offered and, the door is still wide open---I'm Coming In.

Safe In His Care

 As you know, this blog centers around introducing to you, my friend, the music I've written. The music is varied, it touches on many experiences we've all had and/or having. So if what I write, makes you smile or think kindred thoughts, just say, "Aha, she must have been there"! 

The song for today is Safe In His Care. It is about leaving the family.

Let's see, what is family? I'm going to wing it with my own definition, as it fits my purpose here.  Let's say family is a group of people, that belong to each other, by blood, cultural ties, friendships, etc., "for better or worse". Father God meant the family structure to be the most beautiful, family institution known to man.  It was to nurture and protect each person in it's clan. 

Depending upon the circumstances, a person leaving home can invoke a myriad of emotions from each of the family members. So recognizing the definition of family is important to the civilized world. We are approaching this subject cautiously because leaving home is not necessarily a bad thing, as in e.g. going to school, getting married, pursuing a job/career, bettering one's self, or so forth. When these things work out, it's a blessing. The Bible speaks of many such blessings. But when it is not blest, it can be disastrous, as in the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-32). 

To leave too soon, too young, inexperienced, not enough education, especially in the whims and seductiveness of the world, too much money; soon to be too little, no real friends and no where to go is just to name a few pitfalls awaiting our vulnerable travelers. This is just the opposite of what a real family should be providing. 

So, the question is, as Christians, how are we to react when a family member leaves home for whatever reason. Aside from the constant gulping, to keep the, "Heart in throat" sensation back. We have to remember this:

If I may so further speak, may these words be a comfort to you. No matter what the reason, no matter what the season-Your loved one, old or young, is, Safe In His Care. God is God, from mountain to mountain, from valley to valley.  Knowing this- Pray in faith and sing in praises. God sees All, and knows All, and All, is (Psalm 139:8)  Safe In His Care.

Come Sup With Me

The painting, "The Light of the World", we normally recognize as Jesus standing outside of a door. A closed door, with no handle to open it from the outside. So long has it been unopened it is overgrown with vines and unruly vegetation. Jesus may have been knocking a long time. Man has always had power of his will to accept or not accept God's invitation. Of course, Jesus could easily open the door. No problem. But, robotic love was never the plan. The plan was salvation via the cross. Psalms 103 speaks of the marvelous benefits of God's love. Paul says, in Galatians chapter 5:22 through verse 23 speaks of beauty instead of the dredges of mankind. God is a loving God, praise His name. 

This art was done by William Holman Hunt (1827-1910). It is  an allegorical, that is a figurative depiction of a harden heart, the refusal of mankind to answer the call, the loving call of Jesus. 

The fact that a doorknob is missing from the outside speaks volumes about the patience of Jesus. He awaits the response of the soul inside. It is to the host's sorrow if he does not answer, and to his eternal joy if he does.

The Leap Over Walls Music Library, "paints", a whole new scenario in music, of the host who hears the knocking. He recognizes the Holy Visitation of Our Precious Savior. He rushes to the door, and flings it open wide. In happy expectation, he greets his Holy Visitor with love and adoration. On his knees he praises Him who is so worthy to be praised. You talking about celebration? There are instruments playing, and dancing in the streets. The once stagnant heart leaps alive with new found joy, strength and vitality. 

When Jesus arrives, so do all His benefits, and His blessings, His promises and eternal security. The Blessed Holy Spirit takes a permanent abode. You are never alone. The weeds and the meaningless vines, choking your would-be life-giving fruits, drop off your dying branches. With God's Presence your ground becomes fertile, bearing Fruits of the Spirit, love, joy, peace, forbearance, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. No wonder people living near by the habitat of this used to be hard-hearted soul, barely recognize him anymore. Jesus is the best plastic surgeon around. 

A quick review:

1) Who loves you? John 3:16

2) Who told you so? The BIBLE

3) The door with no knob represents? Psalms 14:1

4) The Good Shepherd had 100 sheep, 1 sheep was lost. What did           the Good Shepherd do? Luke 15:5

5)  Who is "I" that stands at the door and knocks? Revelations 3:20

6)  There is a party going on. Luke 15:7

7)  Who is invited? Luke 15:6

8)  What are the benefits? Psalms 103:1-5

                            Come Sup With Me Video

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It's Not Me, It's God

 You better recognize! Depending on the attitude of the person speaking, these words can be said as a joy and a joke. Ha! Ha! Or, as a inflammatory provocation. Being a Christian song writer, words tend to stand up on their own holy feet, and challenge the idea I am trying to express. For instance, the song I am introducing to you today was written years ago and is probably much older than some of you are. Has its truth survived to this moment? I think so! The title certainly backs it up. It's Not Me, It's God! with a little humor perhaps but flat out teaching, it says that to praise the creation is just wrong! To do so is to give it labeling fit only for God. 

Your good is not your God. It is the vessel God used to send your good to you. For instance, a wonderful spouse, a great job or career, a lofty position that commands respect and so on. Scripture agrees that it is good to recognize the good things in your life (Proverbs 3:27).  Be thankful for it, by action,  kindness or verbal gratitude, but do we see God behind it all? Where have we placed our faith? Who can we always trust? When all appears lost will we think our God is gone? 

Your most loyal pet may run away, your spouse of so many years may stray, if only for a day. Your favorite idol may have clay feet, and when these feet crumble, stumble or fail, do you take it personally? Do you want to yell?! All because man, who breathes just like us, can not stand up under the press and fuss. Shame on you to heap that load on someone as fragile as man. When a mere handshake, and "thank you so much", maybe flowers and money too, will do. Other than that, don't label it wrong--this person, or what he represents, is not God to you. In all things recognize God, with your single eye, see His loving care and know behind every blessing, He is standing there.

This song, in it's own way, begs your attention to your daily surroundings and relationships. Getting this understanding is so important, your soul is depending on it. God is a Jealous God (Exodus 34:14). Nothing, no---thing comes before Him. 

I press towards the mark of getting the Leap Over Walls collection published and recorded for the chance to tell the vision of God's love for us in music, through my eyes. It is a beautiful picture. "You got to have a dream to make a dream come true", from the musical South Pacific, the song is Happy Talk. 

OK....Now a peak into my world.

Error made in the song...OOPS!

Didn't mean to do it!

Wrote FATE instead or FAITH.

Tried to change it, but was too late.

What a bummer...I sigh, really wanted to cry.

But, Spirit reminded me, that only He

is perfect, see Mark chapter 10, verse 18.

So take heart, fellow followers of Christ,

there is a spiritual place where error is forgotten,

and, 

all mistakes are spiritually

...erased. Praise God, see you later.

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For Cell Phone Users

The music on the post will not show up unless you use the web version of the site. Thank you for understanding. 

Lee

The Way Must Be Made Through God

What an awesome gift prayer is. A privilege, a blessing, a devout communion, or, a simple dialogue from man to God... which, God, in all His Majesty accepts. God not only accepts but hears, and encourages this spiritual communication and bonding. Prayer is an open invitation for us to call on Him at anytime, anywhere, for anything. We have the immediate ear of God, and all His can-do, will-do for you  Powers. We have been given a weapon, surpassing all other weapons on this earth, David thought so (Psalm 91).

We have a direct in-road to Jesus on any level, from "Now I lay me down to sleep" (A children's bedtime prayer from the 18th century), to "Our Father which art in Heaven" (The Lord's Prayer).

What am I saying? I'm saying this. When I pray aloud, in an empty room, I am heard. If  I cry into my pillow at night, I am heard. I am seen, I am not alone. My heaviest burden is miraculously changed to easy and light (Matthew 11:30). When I pray, the Holy Spirit in me encourages me to run on, because the race is not given to the swift (Philippians 3:14). He tells me not to be weary in well-doing (Galatians 6:9) and always PRAY and not faint (Luke 18:1). That verse has picked me up and brushed me off many a day. 

I'm sharing these thoughts with you today because we have forgotten who we are, and WHOSE we are.

The trickster (demons all) wants us to feel fearful, weak and unloved. Instead of praying we worry. We worry about government, politics, the pandemic, personal relationships, economics, etc. We are Christians! We pray to God who has the whole world in His hands. The government is still on His shoulders. I love this scripture, found in 2 Chronicles 7:14, "If a people, called by my name, will humble themselves and PRAY...", there you have it, read it for yourself. He made the promise to heal the land. Well, we certainly need healing. As a nation, we have the power to turn things around. 

Power? Yes, power to overcome the enemy! To bind him on earth and in Heaven (Matthew 18:18).

The Way Must Be Made Through God, is a song of few words, it says do not lose confidence in prayer. 

The effectual, fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much (James 5:16). 

Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant prayer (Romans 12:12). 

Use your power!

Holy Strategy

Here at Leap Over Walls Music, we like to experiment with the presentation of our music. The music itself stands on it's own spiritual feet. With God's direction we present the music to inform, inspire, entertain in an insightful manner. Holy Strategy is in, what I call, "Speaking-sing/song" category. The lead singer tells the message of the song as a storyteller, speaking, then singing. The singer here will engage you. Can't wait for you to hear it.  But first, a little history (Judges, chapter 6-8). 

The moral decay and decline of Israel lasted about 350 years. During this time, God called forth men (and a woman, Deborah) to become judges. Their job was to lead His children back to him. Under the judge's regime, Israel did well. However when the judges died, their leadership and teachings waned, and the Israelites slipped back into their old ways of pagan activities and worship of idols.

Gideon, a farmer, was threshing wheat by the wine press. Doing so, to hide the wheat from the Midianites. An angel of the Lord addressed Gideon, "Thou mighty man of valor". Gideon sure did not feel mighty, neither valorous. In one book I read, the author called Gideon a "cowardly farmer". I have another viewpoint, that is, Gideon was cautious. His questioning the angel sounded bold to me. Gideon wanted proof he was talking to God. The angel responded by doing 3 miracles. Speaking for Gideon, I would personally think that what God is asking me to do is really, really big. So, forgive me, but I would be checking on my back-up. The angel didn't flinch a muscle, He just shot fire out of a rock (Judges 6:11-22) and we all know the other two miracles involving the fleece (Judges 6:36-40). 

Listen to Holy Strategy. What practical advice did you pick up on after listening to the song? 

1) God calls you by what He knows you are. He sees your potential.

     To materialize that potential just obey him. Do it His Way.

2)  Less is more-You don't need all that stuff to succeed!

3)  Too many cooks spoil the broth.

4)  What was God's reason for sending the war volunteers home?

     

Only God In Disguise

True story. There we were, flying down the biggest expressway in the Mid-West, bumper to bumper with cars going way over the speed limit. Yeah, that's the way they roll but not the way I roll, especially with my four children aboard. The brake light came on for the third time that week. Each time I had them fixed by a (reputable?) mechanic. My oldest daughter, about 10 years old at that time, looked at the light, then did a side glance at me, saying nothing. The youngest, about 3 years old, lay with his head in my lap and his feet on his sister. Seat belts weren't required at that time. My other two children who were seated in the back were quiet. Have you ever noticed when God is working, everything gets a little quiet. Just knowing my God answers prayer, I said, "What shall I do Lord?". The only phone I had was inside my quiet room, so you can listen in if you want to. Father said..."Get off next exit". When I got off the exit, the left lane was backed up to the street, the right lane was clear. Until, a semi trailor, impatient with waiting in line, began to pull out in front of me. Since the exit was on an upgrade, I was probably going faster than before. I beeped the horn loudly, and like a cartoon truck in a Walt Disney movie, the truck moved sideways back into line. Praise God! Can trucks move like that? But now me and mine, faced crossing a blind traffic corner, into a large downtown shopping area. 

May I stop here to tell you, God don't lead you where He hasn't prepared the way. We hit the street. I hadn't seen an alley way there but I was guided to go in that direction and there it was. Driving wildly into that alley, we were safe for just a short time. Closing quickly onto more shopping streets, I could see the buildings opening up into a large parking space. "In here", immediately I drove into that blessed space. Note.. in the middle of a working day, all the stores open, no cars were parked, no trucks, no bicycles, no motorcycles. No people walking, just us going round and round, in a circle, on two wheels, until we finally stopped. What happened? We limped home, with lights flashing. Even today, my daughter still looks at me sideways, as if to say, "I remember".  

Here's something to think about...
1) "Yea, though I walk through the valley..."(Psalms 23:4)
2) "If I ascend up into Heaven..."(Psalms 139:8)
3) "God is a Spirit: and they that worship Him..." (John 4:24)
4) "Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby...(Hebrews          13:2)
5) "What is man, that thou art mindful of him? (Psalms 8:4)
6) Jesus never fails (Proof, the kids and I are fine).

Regarding Leap Over Walls Music Library

I call the Leap Over Walls Music Collection, "Everybody's Gospel". Why? Because there is something good e.g. "Good News", for everybody included in it's 90 or more compositions. It covers many genres, keeping the root or focus on Jesus. Telling people in all the world about HIM. The Grand Commission. We've all been given something to do and talent to do it with. Paul speaks of the talents and the callings (Romans chapter 12:6). Sometimes talents are given outright (Born with it, and aren't we amazed when we see it in action). Some, you have to work hard for (Schooling, trial and error, or just hard experience). No one can express your talent like you can, and if you don't do it there is a space left on the world stage where you should have been. I'm just saying. 

"The Lord is my strength and my song..." (Exodus 15:2). The words I compose come from Him and I thank Him for using me. The Bible says, "Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in Heaven". This verse keeps me from being shy of the gifts God gave to me.

Leap Over Walls music is diverse in content. If I were to list the songs accordingly, it would probably be: Children's songs, Southern Gospel, Modern, Contemporary, Rap, Word-in-Verse, Humor, Spiritual, and Theatrical songs, ALL in praise to God.

Were this blog a story of my life, you would readily understand why I speak this way. I love the Lord, I encourage you to do the same. My dream, my hope is to one day present Leap Over Walls Music to you in it's finest form but as I am prone to say, use what you got.

When I began to develop as a composer, I had just joined a small church that just starting up. Our choir was 4-6 people, maybe. Untrained, they were willing to voice their praise in song. These are the voices you hear. Most of the ladies have passed on, God bless them in their on-going. I'm still here and so is my dream. I direct your attention to,  I Make My Way With A Song. As you listen to it, enjoy the robust delivery, the energy and the simple message. 

There Was A Great Calm (aka Calm)

After teaching the multitude by the seaside, Jesus said, "Let us pass over unto the other side". Sending the multitude home, He and His disciples then entered a ship, and with other ships, launched forth. 

In the New Testament Books, Matthew, Mark, and Luke recall this particular miracle of Jesus; The calming of the storm at sea (Matthew 8:23), (Mark 4:35), (Luke 8:22). 

It was only a short journey across the lake. Good weather prevailed. Hardy seasoned fishermen and disciples manned the vessels. What could go wrong? In the stern, Jesus was sleeping.

As in life, with no forewarning or agitation, a furious squall came up! The wind went from a gently breeze to a howling wail. It began to blow strong enough, to whip the water into frothy waves, that filled the boats with water. Enough to capsize. Enough to sink the boats. Enough to sweep the men overboard. Lord, where are you?

I'm overwhelmed! Experienced fishermen tried to get the boats under control, but to no avail. Faith quickly turned to fear. 

But wait! They forgot, Jesus was onboard. With Jesus onboard, this song cannot be only about the storm, or the fear of it. It is about calm. It is about victory, it is about Peace. The omnipotent command had been given from the Master Himself. He spoke three words, just three...There was a great calm.

Using my imagination, I see the Master standing at the boatside, observing the riotous play of the wind, as it whips the waves high into the sky. The screaming of the men added to the panic as they fall and slide on the deck, distruction and disaster palpable. 

While composing Calm, I musically wondered if the actual sound of calm could be translated into the music. I felt Calm should feel mysterious, mystical and even unique. Remember the movie Jaws? Everyone, even on dry land, looked nervously over their shoulder when those few notes signified the shark was coming.

I was playing in the Key of B flat M. I found Calm in the Bass Cleft (g,a,b). This is my interpretation. As you listen, can you identify the calm. Enjoy.

My Inner Room

Except for God and I, no one can enter this room. Angels stand at the entrance of this room with swords bare and ready for battle. The Earth's finest representatives of access and entry to the human mind, be it spiritual or mental, physical or emotional, have no power here. Blocked are idle thoughts, evil thoughts, vain imaginations...only God and I can go beyond the door. Only God and I meet here.
In this room I have no wound that cannot be healed. No shame that cannot be covered, and no sin that cannot be forgiven. Only love, Jesus' love exists within the walls. In here I am neither tall or short, fat or thin, male or female, light or dark. I am merely me. That is all He sees. Into my Heart. 
I am welcomed into this room, day or night, no matter what my condition. Sometimes the tears are flowing. Sometimes the smile on my face is happy and bright. He welcomes me. 
He made this place for me. Every man has one. To discover yours, you must. You can. This earth was not meant for you to walk alone (Wouldn't that be a miserable fate). The throne in your heart must be occupied by the God who made this room for you. At his feet all burdens can be laid...and left. 
Even in your house wouldn't it be nice to have a place you can call, "A special, special place to be", if only on your knees or your rocking chair or your garden, etc.
To you all, Peace, Love, God. 

God Is Now

After a particularly devastating experience in her life, my friend came to me and asked me to write a song for her, and her son as a memorial. Unable to even imagine a song addressing what she had gone through, I slowly and sadly shook my head, "No, I could not even begin to try".  She replied, "He'll (Holy Spirit) give you something to say to me, don't worry".

Weeks later the song began to write itself. I handed the song to my friend. She, in turn, sang, God Is Now one Sunday morning in church, to a standing ovation. A professional singer, no, but nevertheless a wonderful, gifted,  spirit-filled choir member. 

Listen as she sings this song for you now, in memory of her adult son who took his own life, with her as his only witness. What a painful goodbye. Perhaps the message here is God is with us every step of our life's journey. Sustaining us. Ever present with us as we parent our kids as best we know how. 

To you fathers who have found themselves having to act as mothers as well, in circumstances you could not have forseen, Happy Mother's Day.

From my house (Leap Over Walls) to your house, a most happy Mother's Day.  As you read this, may the Holy Spirit fall afresh and renew you, as you continue your charge to nuture your loved ones. 

Tell them about Christ, the Parent of us all. 

Trust Him

Easter is past and gone, leaving with it an entirely new way for the Christian church, and others to recognize this holiday's gift and glory to the world. The invisible enemy (COVID-19) effectively stopped the gathering of church goers, acitivities and festivities. The outward beauty of clothing, extravagant hats, Easter egg hunts... not this time. BUT WAIT. "All things work to good for them that love God"...(Romans 8:28). BUT WHAT? This invisible enemy dressed up as a medical, life-threatening, catastrophe is not a virus, but a spiritual plague, to be defeated by a Spiritual God who has the whole world in his hands. A loving God who hears the prayers of His people...(2 Chronicles 7:14). 

From generation to generation, the deliverances of God has been told, retold and retold, etc. The government is still on His shoulders. Our job is to Trust Him! No matter what facade the Destructor wears to trick you, continue in the faith and victory, on your knees. Trust Him! He sees you! He hears you! He is able to keep you from falling (Jude 24).

The conversation of a mother and daughter is the background for the song, Trust Him. My friend spoke to me about her daughter's disappointment in her new job, in another country. Speaking long-distance to her mother, she told her the job description was no where near the promised job opportunity. Between her teary story, my friend said, "I couldn't think of a thing to say except, trust Him". I could tell you how long ago this was written but, it is enough to say it still holds true today. Trust in the Lord.  

Bye for now.

The Promise

"...and I'll be very careful, so very careful to give You the praise". I know I've heard that phrase before, many many times before in church, and in other religious meetings. Raised by a church- going family, it was nothing to attend church three to five times on Sunday, and a few times during the week, so most terminology used in services I'd heard before. This Sunday afternoon service, during missionary meeting, the term came through a prayer. The hostess spoke this as she closed the service, thanking God for the many blessings received, and asked for. She simply said, "After all I asked for is received, I'll be very careful to give You the praise".
It stuck.
I know I'd heard it before, like I said, but the depth and intensity of the words sang itself to me for days after the event. Recognizing in my spirit, Father meant for me to write. I'd allowed the song to flow as He directed. The Promise says, not in your own strength did you do it, or can you do it, or will you do it. It being, whatever the blessing itself becomes. God is the Hand that directs the destiny of man. Knowing that, we must be very careful to give Him the praise.
By the way,  wishing you a Happy Palm Sunday.

Think It Over by Lee Waire

A Special Love by Lee Waire

Over Again

….Am forming an ensemble of some very talented people to present a short program of my inspirational compositions. Inviting you to be onboard for it's kickoff. Will zero in on a date on the next post. 

Now where have I been for the last few years? Lots of answers coming at you. The best one...LIFE! Sickness, Health, Success, Not so successful, Up, Down, Around. You know. Life. Really good to see you. To see you missed me. It's sad to not be missed. Life goes very slow, then zoom, it's gone. But there's a spark that burns within you (don't you agree) that keeps you going. Even when the wind is blowing hard in your face. Many names have been given to that spark. What do you call yours?

Bye for now.