Scripture: (1Corinthians 10:31) “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all for the glory of God”.
Consider Him
Music and lyrics by Lee Waire, Leap Over Walls, copyrighted 2005
Acknowledge Him in all your ways.
Trust in Him, come what may,
For the Lord upholdeth you.
Drawing nearer each day when you,
Consider Him! Consider Him!
Consider Him! He will direct your path.
When the world is looking down, Look up! With a smile and not a frown, Look up! When there is nothing you can do, Look up! You’ll find He’s looking, looking at you.
Consider Him in all your ways and He’ll direct your path.
You got to Look Up!
When you feel like caving in, Look Up!
Your plight is His fight to win.
Look Up! There’s a new day a-dawning. Look up! Keep the faith and keep running.
Consider Him in all your ways and He’ll direct your path.
Lord, You brought me through so many situations, that when I look back, I have no words. Thank You.
Scripture: Philippians 4:13 KJV "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me"
A Moment To Reflect
(Music and Lyrics by Lee Waire, Leap Over Walls, 2005)
For the courage to go forward, I had to take a moment to look back. In doing so I discovered I’d have been lost without You to guide me and protect!
Bright and Morning Star, I can’t praise You enough. For Your Love, and Your Caring,
Upon these things, I reflect.
A moment to reflect, Lord, about the lessons I’ve learned. How some lessons came again, and again, until I gained The Truth in them.
And, only then could I go on!
You said grow a little straighter, grow each day, a little stronger In My Love.
Just a moment to reflect on how great You’ve been. How great You Are.
You’ve been a shelter when I needed one, a cover from rain and storm. You’ve been a fortress all around me, turning away hurt and harm. You’ve been a watch while I slept Lord, at my front door, side and back.
When I think about how great You’ve been, I’m overwhelmed with how great You are.
You’ve been the kindness in a stranger when I needed a helping hand.
You’ve been my road made smooth and pleasant, when others walked a bumpy path.
You’ve been my fullness overflowing, from the well that brings forth life.
When I think about how great You’ve been, joy fills my soul with just how great You Are!
How Great!
Just a moment to reflect, Lord, How Great!
Just a moment to give thanks for, How Great!
Just a moment to look back on, How Great You Are! How Great You’ve Been!
Scripture: Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
Song: God Is Now
Lyrics and music by Lee Waire (Copyright Leap Over Walls 2005)
Now, Now, Now
God Is Now, Now, Now
God Is Now, Now, Now, Now, Now!
Joy in the morning when I rise
But must I wait for the morning skies?
I lift my soul for you to see.
What ‘ere I need, Lord fix it please—
Now, Now, Now
God is listening, now, now, now
God Is healing now, now, now, now, now.
Joy in the morning, when I rise.
When I raise my sights above my eyes
And see, the gray threads mixing with the gold,
on tapestry God calls man’s soul…
I know that God Is,
Now, Now, Now
Ongoing and forever
Now, Now, Now
Giving and forgiving
Now, Now, Now, Now, Now….
(Continued lyrics in Leap Over Walls Music Book, available at Amazon. Take a listen at leapoverwallsmusic-YouTube)
What kind of thinking can change, I do to I don't! What kind of thinking can change, Oh, I will, to no! I won't. What kind of thinking would change boys playing with balls, to men fighting with bats, worse still with guns that shoot and maim, with no care or thought. No thought that there is a tomorrow of remorse, or regret. So what if the neighbors are having a party, and it is too loud for you to rest or sleep. You ought to congratulate them for doing something nice. My goodness! buy them a cake and a bottle of wine, leave it at the door, with a note that is kind, that says, may you have many more...signed, from your neighbor next door. Be part of the pleasure of happy endeavors, give others a chance to be happy-timers, instead of crime head-liners. It must be a very fragile mind set and thinking without structure, to so quickly fly off base and hurt another.
This song was written years ago when I was working the night shift. With the kids off to school, I had another cup of coffee, and the morning paper in hand. The paper blasted, what seem to be the same news as yesterday, young people in gangs in trouble of all kinds, missing their opportunities, ruining their young lives and spoiling their futures. Having 4 kids, I couldn't help but focus on what the future held for my own children. No matter what the parent does for the child, at one point in time, the child has to pull the reins on his own life directions. Hopefully, God is in his thinking.
Paul the Apostle wrote to the Christians in Philippi, and in his letter, he told them what to think. There are no questions about this verse. How clear. He says..."Think true, honest, just, pure, lovely, of good report, any virtue, any praise, think on those things (Philippians 4:8).
How many people today would unravel time, to undo a mean word to a loved one, a nasty remark to an official, a demeaning word to a child, and on and on. I read a sermon by very wise minister. He said, an argument is like a feather pillow fight. After the fight, trying to gather up all of the feathers, is a near impossible task, there will always be a few feathers hidden behind some place, in a couch, under a dresser, in a corner, etc. In the future, regardless of when a feather is found, it is bound to make the memory of the fight and the pain come to surface.
Think It Over 'Fore You Do, is a relationship song. Everyone should be aware of it's meaning. Some unnecessary breakups, hurt feelings, broken homes, sadden friendships, could be avoided just by thinking first, before you do.
I thought the words important enough to match it with a melody, to catch your ears. I persuaded my daughter to sing it with me, with my one finger accompaniment. For me to sing must impress you about how much I want you to hear this song. I do it for you my loves, Bye.
I love the fact that the Leap Over Walls collection represents a diversity of music. In our library we not only claim the contemporary, rock, jazz, but also the hymn, and the southern Gospel. Our God is all-sided, speaking to all His people. His message calls to all, and every sheep knows His voice. That is why you will find musicians in every field. Music is powerful. Music is soothing. Music is soul-searching, reaching the soul when nothing else can. Babies stop crying, mad men cool their heels (1 Samuel 14:23). It reminds you, resonates with you, making memories clearer still.
It is history. For instance, stemming from the sounds of African spirituals, comes the song Run To Spirit. The music and lyrics recall the pain of another era. Theatrical in presentation, it is a joy to listen to. It gives instruction for escape, with the realism of a journey well run, in Spirit and in truth.
A pointed story about a conversation between good and evil, was told by a minister during his sermon. If you heard it before, it won't hurt to hear it again. It went thusly with the evil voice saying, "What's so grand about making a man? I can make a man!". The good voice answered, "Go ahead". The demon angel fell on his knees, and began to paw at the dirt. The good voice said, "No, No...make your own dirt!".
You know we think all day, 24/7. Can't help it, and there are things we must do to safeguard and protect ourselves. God has done His job, but we must do ours. He has given us our own domain, our mind. To block noxious, defeating, polluting thoughts that dare to attempt entry, require effort. Answer me why we allow things that, "Can't make dirt", to usurp God's word that we have been taught. Why is it we allow our prayer life; our meditation life (Psalms 119:97) to be interrupted by something that "can't make dirt". "Can't make dirt", meaning the devil, can discourage you from good works and good deeds. "Can't make dirt" will lie to you and tell you that you are alone, and that you are not beautiful, etc. The hymn, In The Garden, says He walks with me, and He talks with me, and He tells me I am His own!
But then that's Satan's job. He doesn't have any power in your world, except you give it to him. Stand your ground! (Ephesians 6:13-14). Get Up Thoughts is a happy, happy song, light-hearted, and sun shiny bright, you can't sing it sad. It comes at the right time too, right when we're slowing up physically and mentally. Boy, are we tired. Working at home tired, or back and forth to work, tired. Tired is tired. But what we do know, God is able to keep us from falling (Jude 1:24).
Watch the fatigue factor. Years ago, a lady and I just happen to be passing by a store window. I was in my mid-thirties and she was much older. She was so close to me I was startled. Her reflection showed her shoulders were bowed, her back bent. She walked with a listless gait. Her face was without expression and her clothes were dark and droopy. I waited for her to pass but she stopped. I stopped too, in the middle of the sidewalk. We looked at each other for the longest time, in the windows reflection before I realized I was staring at myself! It was a creepy moment, it was a teary moment but, it was also a bright bulb moment. Do you follow me? Because I was going through a dark valley experience and I was tired, I did not safeguard my thoughts. I believed, even for a second, the lies, "Can't make dirt" told me about being alone, with God not present. I am so glad proper Christian principles and teaching snapped me out of that line of thought.
I know it sounds simplistic, but what problem is too hard for God? Up, up, up ideas will come to you, from God knows where, when we take it to Him in prayer. Get Up Thoughts is the song we are talking about today. Though it is not represented here musically, we at Leap Over Walls are seeking talent to sing it in all of it's glory. It was written September 1989.
For extra creditšread:
1). What does Philippians 4:8 say about thoughts?
2). What does Psalms 46:10 say about meditation?
3). What does 2 Timothy 2:15 say about bible study?
4). What does 1st Corinthians 10:13 say about new problems?
5). Why does Proverbs say your thought life so important?
In this year of 2021, I am praying for you. As I pray for myself, I am praying for you, too. May the doors heretofore, that were closed to your good, be forever now, open wide. May the unexpected happy things, that happen to lots of others, happen to you and yours, and, to me and mine. May the prayer that I pray for myself, extends to it's most perfect form, covering also, your needs and wants, your hopes and desires (See Romans 8:26-28, Matthew 10:29,30 and 31). May the Holy Spirit, who knows us all, individually, with specificity...hair to hair-Fill the blank spots in your heart's cry, and leave them, only for God to hear (Ephesians 6:18).
Now then, Hi! Because He lives, we do too, that's the real good news. Other news might be causing a little disturbance, but we know who to call for help. Right now, a little obstacle, leaping over the walls here, calleddisappointment. I wanted to attached a song onto this blog, but had to revise this blog because the audio was not ready. The song is ready (I got more than enough songs! Praise the Lord) but not public ready. No worries, that day will come. Will not give importance to this stumbling block. Prayers will dismiss it's small sting soon enough. Thank You Jesus. Read Philippians 4:6, don't you just love the word, "Request". It sounds so 21st century, you know, cool & young, like me:).
Remember, as we start out this new year, we already have the victory. We have the power of God in us and instant accessibility to His mind and direction. Let us live and love as we have been taught as Christian soldiers. Let us be careful to do unto others as we want done to ourselves. I really love you all and want us to enjoy this day and season. Until we meet again, Lee.
This year, 2021 is not going to be your, "Oh dear" year. It is for you, a year for blessings, fresh ideas, and amazing discoveries. How do I know? I know because you are a child of God, and all things work (Romans 8:28) together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to His purpose. So dear, argue that:). I thought this post would not have a song attached to it. I had run out money when I was younger and trying to record the songs as the choir sang them, well, the money was light. It went as far as it could go. I'm glad we did make the recordings we made, or else I'd have little to remind me of our early days. I'm saying all that because I found one last recording! And, it is so appropriate to start out with the new year, especially after last year. Whew! This recording is probably older than most of you guys. The name of this song, I Make My Way With A Song.
This year, we are looking forward to doing so much more with the yet unperformed, musical sounds from the Leap Over Walls, Volume One. Like I said, the songs you already heard, are just a few we were able to record early on. Volume One, itself, contains close to 90 songs.
If I sound a little reminiscent today, it is because the singers on these recordings, have long ago made their transitions (passed away) except for one precious soul. God bless them all for their journey with me.
I wish I could say that it was all uphill, but, "alas" (I feel so Shakespearean when I say that, humor me please), "twas" not so. As in most careers, there will be interruptions, extractions, and leaps over walls, that only faith in God can propel you over.
So what hinders you? What interrupts? What intercepts? or obstructs? Personally, I speak from experience. Wondering still why some things happen or did not happen. When you do everything right and it still comes out wrong, what happened? Carefully following steps, one, two, three, and four, according to well known authors and motivational speakers, things should have fell right into place. But they don't, and they didn't. What I learned from life is, Earth acts like a school, "A get out of hell ticket", passing each grade is imperative and is meant for your growth only, an individual plan. Your study may be quite different from my plan. Different from what I have to complete for my graduation. Same school, different courses, different exposures, different understanding, etc. That's why it's so ridiculous to be jealous of another person, his life, or his goals. You wouldn't fit his life's path and he or she could not fit your life's work. So what is this post about? It's about knowing the plan (Psalms 18:29). The plan God has for you is for your welfare, and not in anyway to hurt you. You may have to leap over walls but not in your own strength. When you leap with God he will clear the wall, after all you don't want to get stuck on the wall, one leg on, one leg off, or some other awkward position.
Observe the path of three, well-known characters. One, the lowly weatherman. Especially the one who is out in the cold. The one that the wind and the storm is blowing upon, full blast. Note, how he or she bends into the storm, head bowed, resolute, wanting you to realize the severity, the exposure, the discomfort they are immersed in. But as long as they must endure, they remain steadfast. Let steadfast be one of your 2021 resolution words. Number two, Sarah (Genesis 18:10-12). As you follow God's plan for your life, are you more Sarah or more Caleb. Remember is was given to Sarah to give birth to a son, Isaac. She was 90 years old. Sarah laughed, she did not believe. Caleb, my hero (Joshua 14:6-14), was one of the spies sent to explore the land of Canaan. With Joshua, he agreed the promise land could be taken, just as God promised. The Israelites disagreed vehemently and so they were punished by having to wander in the desert 40 more years. The land Caleb had been promised, at age 45, he asked Joshua for it again, 40 years later. He was now 85 years old. The land still had not been conquered. Caleb fought and won the land. If God is for you, who? I say who:) can be against you.
Hint for today, adopt a "Run To" scripture that reminds you of who you are in Christ. My scripture is Hebrews 10:23, "Let us hold fast, the profession of our faith, without wavering; (For He is faithful that promised). Until the next post, I'll be standing at the wall.
The Weatherman, Sarah, and Caleb have, and had common walls to leap. The weatherman had to have a stick-to-it ness in his personality. Sarah had to learn to believe God, regardless of what the world said. Caleb had to know in his loins, that he was well able, God saying the same, well able at any stage in his life, to receive the blessing meant for him. What things block our way now; what has sat us down; what is stealing our dreams? What are your dreams? It is that which makes you different from the next student in Earth School. Only you can fill that place in the universe, only you. It may be just a little dream, a little wall, like perseverance. It may be for Sarah, the wall called, Believe God No Matter What The World Says. Or like Caleb, just by living, proved age is just a number.
Everybody has a wall(s). If we go about it right, with God, we'll know when to jump, where to jump, and how to jump. But, never in your own strength. My walls have been too big, couldn't have leaped the walls alone. I needed God all the way.
Since it's all about the music here at Leap Over Walls, "function junction". I must mention that there are songs that remedy every wall. For the weatherman, Safe In His Care. For Sarah, What Is Too Hard For God. For Caleb, Over Again. We're set to leap. Bye For Now.
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