But to be sung by everyone in a time where it is thought that we’re bringing glory to God I believe it is out of its proper context. Pastor, retired, Mark – Can you clarify what you mean by “grading music based on personal preference”? Therefore it could not be anything else but a song about man’s speciality or entitlement to Blessings i.e self adolatery & false euphoric emotional abuse,coupled with easily equally applicable to any false god worship. [18] For who hath stood in the counsel of the LORD, and hath perceived and heard his word? Refrain – Five times, with each containing six “amen”. I WON'T HAVE TO WORRY ANYMORE (mid) the altar. Great review and I’m so glad to see one. May His favor be upon you J “If we think, having heard the words once through, “we get it” perhaps we haven’t – perhaps to go deeper takes time, perhaps “seeking” takes time and yes “repetition” until the truth of the scripture really captivates our spirit – beyond our mind.”. Overall my humble opinion is that it is far too vague taken as solely a Christian song & doctrinally not as sound as one would prefer. Thank you Lord, Thank You Lord. Face toward you It offers a blessing inspired by Scripture that unbelievers can easily comprehend and brings glory to God. I think this has been to the detriment of the world today and especially the church. Okay, so that’s not Aaron and his sons, which means either no-one now can say it or sing it OR perhaps all believers can sing it to/over each other and over their families etc. JOHN 3:16 (mid) SING THE GLORY DOWN (mid) In these churches it was custom to end with the Aaronic blessing. For people who suffer from depression, PTSD, anxiety, negative self-talk, repetition of good and positive things is often the only way to recovery, because of how potent and incessant the unhealthy thought patterns are. The song’s title summarizes the entire song. The name “TastyWallet” is something I came up with several years ago. I know that historically hard and fearful times have caused believers to draw themselves closer to God. CCLI #: 7147007. Octavia Baptist Church and go to the Music Ministry link. This is why careful exegesis is so critical in when we interpret the Bible. The near endless repetition of it all almost ruins it as far as the musical aspect. Lost parents, dead churches, humor in the place of joy. I'M GONNA LET THE GLORY ROLL (mid) If we are blessed, we must be a blessing to others and not just to those around us, but to the nations. Susan, it has been years since I counted, but in some form or way the scriptures, Old and New, say in some for “Fear not” over 250 times. I think it is intended to be heard by any who will receive it. Almost all translations of the Bible (if not all translations) are copyrighted. Also let me say this song is a wonderful song!! Like a declaration. Music is just the initiation process. Like others I actually like the repetition and find the song very moving rather than boring. Yes, we are able to listen to the song for free like you stated however the real catch is tossing down $50 bucks for the real anointing they are offering where everything looks so so perfect because that has to be God. And give you peace. And I don’t see it as a congregation song – something that a group of people can sing to. WHEN GOD CHECKS HIS RECORD BOOK OF LIFE TODAY WE CALL IT HEAVEN Thank you for your comment! THE LOVE OF GOD (mid) You get the idea , I hope. Praise Jesus! Satan is always 90% right and 10% wrong… think about the deception of Eve in the garden. But eventually the stress led me to step away from pastoral ministry. “holy, holy, holy” is highly acceptable, not to mention Biblical! How can He bless? chapter 4 would actually support the idea of evaluating what we say/sing/do, as part of maturing in the faith, renewing our mind, putting on the new self, etc… Specifically thinking Ephesians 4:11-15, and Ephesians 4:17-25. WHEN THE PALE HORSE AND HIS RIDER GO BY WHAT YA GONNA DO I don’t think the timing was an accident. LEAVE A BLESSING, I LIKE THE SONGS THAT MAMA SANG THE BEST(mid), I WANT TO STROLL OVER HEAVEN WITH YOU (mid), I WOULDN'T TAKE NOTHING FOR MY JOURNEY NOW, JESUS IS RIGHT For Whatever's Wrong In Your Life (mid), THE MORE I THINK ABOUT IT, THE MORE I WANT TO GO, MOTHER'S NOT DEAD (SHE'S ONLY A-SLEEPING) (mid), Back to top I pray that God in the later days will give people discernment to know the difference between what is right and almost right! There’s quite a lot of repetition in worship from the angels around the throne so brace yourself for heaven! JUST GO TELL JESUS ON ME (mid) LORD, BUILD ME A CABIN IN GLORY (mid) much love and blessing on you! Even if the Gospel is preached with a heart of greed, trickery, and deceit, if the Gospel is preached, then I rejoice. Psalm 1:1,2. I WOULDN'T TAKE NOTHING FOR MY JOURNEY NOW Back to top Elevation Worship’s The Blessing was recently requested several times in the same week, in part because it addresses the current COVID-19 crisis. You're always there In the waiting, in the searching In the healing, in the hurting Like a blessing buried in the broken pieces Every minute, every moment Where I've been or where I'm going Even when I didn't know it Or couldn't see it There was Jesus There was Jesus There was Jesus There was Jesus LOOK, FOR ARGUMENTS SAKE, LET US TOTALLY ACCEPT THERE IS NOTHING REALY WRONG WITH THE WORDS OR EVEN REPITITION OF THIS SONG …… BUT ……….. Hymns for your wedding Hymns are a traditional part of church weddings and there are so many to choose from. YES, LORD, YES Right? Bless you for your statement! (mid) So some of the comments about receiving a blessing for ourselves over and over I certainly get. I LIKE THE PROMISE Numbers 6:25: The LORD make His face to shine upon you. Post-Bridge – Three times, with the same phrase repeating six times on the first iteration and eight times on the next two. 8 Each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around, even under its wings. It would be like my son claiming a promise that my father gave to me when I was his age, that is not how specific promises work. I ask b/c Vince has actually outlined his criteria here: https://www.thebereantest.com/criteria-for-evaluating-christian-music. The current generation is emotionally starved in history. Great question! I WILL NEVER TURN BACK God alone rescued them from slavery in Egypt. Thank You God for Your Son!! THE LAST MOVE FOR ME I was brought to tears when I watched the video of people from all around the world singing it. i really use it a lot. And their children, and their children. WEDDING INVITATION (mid) I’ve been fascinated by this song since the first time I heard it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1ZjB0UOzOg&list=WL&index=9&t=0s. TWILIGHT IS STEALING (mid) God made both the intellectual AND the emotional within us. The Lord turn His YOU AIN'T SEEN THE LAST OF ME Thank you Michael. I added it and gave you credit. This side of Heaven looking up proclaiming speciality whilst shrouded in sin, Apostleship & even Angelic equivalency as some posted here in example, notwithstanding & ignorantly discarding the impossibilities there-off. There’s a preacher who comes to our church on occasion and even before this song came out he would sing Nu. that same road. I normally wont concentrate on lyrics when i’m listening to any other secular music. I quote from a video of one missionary Spencer Smith, titled “What Happens When We Worship Worship” actually specifically talking about this song & having experienced similar things in Africa … “This Religious emotional euphoria that they are being given, is nothing more than a spiritual hit of crack. IT'S TIME FOR LOVE A comment about the “ad nauseum” repetition…, Blessed is the one who meditates on the instruction of the Lord – cf. This is a beautiful song (thoughts and opinions of Cody Carnes, Kari Jobe and Elevation aside), but IMO, this song does not belong in church. You are correct about the original context. Just that fun, free spirit we feel when we sing well. Can we honestly sing that God is for people, when we don’t know where they are in repentance with Him? WHEN I'VE TRAVELED MY LAST MILE This song belongs to Elevation Worship. Back to top JESUS WILL BE COMING BACK While browsing the internet to find out which Scripture this song was taken from, I saw your website. lyrics and mid files there for all the songs. I usually think repetition is a bit much as well, but in this case, I think the repetition was to build it up and make it more powerful. THANK YOU, LORD, FOR HOLDING ME I’m pro blessing, and it’s absolutely biblical, but it’s not a worship song in nature. We don’t deserve God’s blessing. Copyrights are meant to protect the imaginations of those who work on media, whether that is music, movie, book, or video game. What gives them a right to copyright their work? A balance between the two is something for which we must strive. – (Deut 7:17-26) The Israelites are not to fear that the nations in the promised land are more numerous / stronger than they. In this case, the blessing found in Numbers 6 and through repetition I followed this song into an incredibly rich presence with the Lord. They get a little high & they feel good about it. TOUCHING JESUS (mid) There must be spirit and there must be truth. The repetition is worship; I sense God’s heavy Presence, love and blessing more and more, the longer it goes on. LAMB OF GOD S MASTER OF THE WIND (mid) Since the loss of my children it has been singing in worship “The Blessing.” I broke down, surrounded by people, who helped me finally grieve. As are just about any Christian song. I haven’t always been fond of “repetition” either but I suggest there might be good reason – we are living in a world that gets its information and much of its interaction through 30 second sound bites – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. 1. THE OLD COUNTRY CHURCH (mid) Make His face shine upon you We aren’t saying “Lord, thank you for your abounding blessings that you freely give us,” in an attempt to thank Him. Yeah, I’m aware of the repetition used in Revelation. That being said. I haven’t copyrighted anything. I appreciate it! WHEN I GET TO GLORY I'M GONNA SING (mid) Vince, I’m sorry, I don’t mean to go on and rant or even sound angry but the gospel of greed is a real problem here in the USA and apparently I’m not sure what can be done about it – you asked me how far my argument goes – I think it started and ended here – things like this bother me and because Jesus didn’t charge me a dime when he loved and saved instead he paid the price..but anyway this turning into word salad and I know you got better things to do so let me end with this.. You quoted Romans 13, I agree, you are 100 percent right!! There has been a lot of indepth commentary about this song. STRIVING WITH YOU AS MY SHEPHERD Whether or not it should be sung in church, I don’t really care. And give you peace, [Bridge 1] Just a friendly thought! But here’s the punchline, although you will gain a vast amount of needed knowledge & insight, God opens up His Word to each & everyone as only He sees fit & neither one will ever fully receive or develop it to an infallible state like being & surely not to a Heavenly comparable state. WILL THE CIRCLE BE UNBROKEN To you all – As a beloved daughter of the King, as God’s image bearer, as a sister in Christ and a part of the body of Christ, I am blessed to be a blessing and I ask God to bless you and keep you, to make His face shine on you & be gracious to you. THEN WE'LL BE GLAD (mid) But Paul’s actual instruction is to be “speaking to on another in psalms…and make music from your heart to the Lord.” So not just singing to God, but also to each other. Interesting “technical” review. The biggest problem with this mediocre song is its origin – Elevation Church. YES, LORD, YES MY ARMOR It has no echo of repentance or obedience. I agree. It was co-written by Steven Furtick and Chris Brown (Elevation Worship). Ha ha! I First check it whether it is completely biblical or not. The song makes it seem like WE can somehow make His face shine upon us. The term bless is also used the same way. Do not test God on this; be careful to do all that he has commanded (reference back to Deut 7:3-5). Are you a worship leader or a musician? Coming up is the anniversary of the death of our son six years ago. It really sounds like ourselves. KING OF GLORYL Good thoughts, but I disagree on one major point. I do appreciate the work put in to note all those Scripture passages! I LEAN ON YOU, LORD He is for you, He is for you Robert, I am very sorry for your loss. LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN (mid) I WOULD NOT BE DENIED He is faithful, to the thousandth generation (i.e. I'LL SOON BE GONE JOHN 3:16 (mid) Calmly and politely state your case in a comment, below. And yet have absolutely no saving grace accompanying it, but rather a well veiled self adolatery one sided mine,mine,mine entitlement approach.This equally plays towards the next criteria method. WHEN I GET TO GLORY I'M GONNA SING (mid) JESUS IS RIGHT For Whatever's Wrong In Your Life (mid) It is the government that grants these protections known as “copyright law” to artists, translators, and other individuals. But, is that just very well-produced, glimmering, love-bombing deception? (Thus the copyright for the original piece of music.) JESUS WILL BE COMING BACK TRAVELING THE HIGHWAY HOME … I have no idea… Well maybe because our flesh enjoys this type of music…. Happy to sit in the shade of someone with more knowledge than me though! It was co-written by Steven Furtick and Chris Brown (Elevation Worship). 03/15/2021 – Updated per repetition announcement. SOMETHING WORTH LIVING FOR I acknowledge that some songs served up to the body might be better applied in a private, personal time of worship but at the same time the church needs to grow not in “endurance” but true passion and devotion. How do I respond to this? YES, I KNOW JUST OVER YONDER WHEN THE SPIRIT COMES DOWN (mid) I'LL LIVE IN A MANSION It does seem to be inspired by God, based on the worldwide response. TODAY WE CALL IT HEAVEN IT'S A MIRACLE ‘TastyWallet‘ made me smile! From learning to walk, talk, ride a bike, mathematics, etc., most of our learned skills and patterns form through repetition. SWEET BEULAH LAND SHEPHERD OF MY VALLEY (mid) WALK THROUGH THIS WORLD WITH ME JESUS (mid) I'LL BE LOOKING FOR YOU (mid) Jon V. That’s exactly what I thought when I first heard it. I do not find this to be the truth. If this is the case, then every pastor who uses the Aaronic blessing at the end of a worship service should cease to do so. Yes, they used scripture to write the song. WHEN MY TIME COMES TO GO In praying through this song, I had a deep experience of blessing in the sense of well-being. Repetition is not new in the praise of God. But God is concerned if our hearts are whole. I think my only real issue is that it comes from a church with questionable doctrinal issues that I don’t want to get into because I wish to stay on topic. But that has become the norm from a heretical Steven Furtick and Elevation Worship, with sweet pretty face Kari Jobe selling the poison with a smile. I'M MOVING OUT OF HERE I haven’t come to a conclusion with these thoughts. Repetitions create Emotions. I LIKE THE PROMISE WHAT SINS ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT (mid) This song is available in all these mediums, free of charge (though there might be the occasional ad). It’s just gone viral in the UK, being used to sing a blessing over the nation in the midst of (Covid 19 lockdown) crisis. Thank you for your comments and question! Even if the church is the new Israel, the promise was given to Israel at a certain time based upon their actions. LITTLE DAVID I can’t think of anything negative about the YouTube videos featured from all around the world. And behind you, and beside you If you mean the 2nd, I think Eph. Line upon line, precept upon precept. LIGHT AT THE RIVER I think the repetition is worth it the first time you introduce it to a congregation… that will help them learn it.. but after that I would try to pare it down from an 8 minute song to a 5 minute song. We need this in this time that the world is constantly telling us that the collective is important but not individuals. JESUS IS RIGHT For Whatever's Wrong In Your Life (mid) No judgment, this is a comment from a believer struggling with this song’s place in worship. Amen, Vince. This is a common blessing given at the end of church services. and I hope we can rejoined in heaven to meet pray for me you are also in my prayers ! I appreciate reading from your perspective about repetition. Repeating it. I TALK TO THE SHEPHERD (mid) You’ve given me a lot to think about. And then over more of my extended family. T As the Church, we of course desire the Lord to bless us and for His Face to shine upon us. She’s excited, eager and waiting for the birth of her child. WHEN WE MAKE IT TO THE OTHER SIDE just not posted here on the lyrics page as of yet. Let’s keep in perspective what this song is and is not useful for and we should be in good shape. It is a blessing offered to believers. Give as ’twas given to you in your need, Love as the Master loved you; Be to the helpless a helper indeed, Unto your mission be true. Surely then they wil more willingly turn from their evil way! Should not the entire worship service be a time of bringing blessing to all the people. It was so weird at first but the more I read and searched about it it made absolute sense. Do you think your preference is going to matter in Heaven? BUILD MY MANSION (Next Door to Jesus) (mid), IF I COULD HEAR MY MOTHER PRAY AGAIN (mid), IF JESUS COMES TOMORROW, WHAT THEN? I WOULDN'T MISS IT, WOULD YOU? KEEP ON WALKING Under ” How much of the lyrics line up with Scripture” Agreed all of them in vague sense & I feel it does not deserve a mark at most higher than 5/10 for lyrics solely focussed on what man can gain from A Lord, with excluding the measure within the Christian text’s you supplied indicating man’s responsibility of i.e those that love Me & keep My commandments / fear Him / keep His covenant / remember His precepts etc to receive such Blessing. Several songs have used his words. TOUCHING JESUS (mid) Shan – YES. I have no children, no grandchildren. This song puts me into praise mode and I listen to it multiple times in a row when possible. Thanks Mike For example, Hillsong is well-known for promoting the Word of Faith and New Apostolic Reformation movements, both of which are unbiblical in my view. I can’t find anyone aside from me struggling with it in my spirit as much as I am. 2. Oh, and His presence, oh, and He surrounds you… It is humbly to know that God is not only for the Body of Christ but for each and every one of us individually. Back to top I appreciate your support! Vers 19 – 20 indicate God’s wrath to those false pastors misleading His people. As you might recall in Romans 13, governments are established by God and we are subject to our governing authorities. “Jeremiah 23:16 – 22 Why did you copyright a song that inspiration was giving to you from the word God and his spirit – it was freely given to you and you freely admit most of it comes from “numbers” Do you have the right to Copyright it as your own inspiration? Most people find this site by doing a Google search. WEDDING INVITATION (mid) The modern protestant church is a child of the enlightenment. Great news! WE CALL ON HIM THE SCARS IN THE HANDS OF JESUS Chewing over, poring over, considering again and again, pondering upon the Word of God. thanks to calvary (mid) thank you, lord, for holding me. It’s songs like this, Thrive, and similar junk that I don’t listen to Christian radio. . Michael Negru & Matt Hickok I feel more closely associated with your overall thoughts hereto, not that others have not raised some good points as well.Michael 100% correct about these songs playing to the emotional side of people in wanting to work themselves up into a frenzy with the repeating lyrics and musical crescendo, tones, drums & lightshow galore.This is for the most part false worship & false spiritual feelings. The first time I heard this song it was evident that it was almost scripture verbatim, which I very much appreciated and enjoyed the way it was presented through the music and melody. I WILL BE IN HEAVEN I shared the clip with my family when I got home and then hubby and I have been discussing this a bit deeper. Thank you! I WISH I HAD A LIFELINE Hello! I know that I said I wouldn’t post any more but I wanted to say I love you keep fighting keep holding on Vince and sorry for the bad grammar and spelling- God loves you so much! That’s the question you have to ask yourself. I LEAN ON YOU, LORD I’m listening to it repeatedly. Everything has to be logical. YOU'VE BEEN THAT FRIEND TO ME (mid) IN MY ROBE OF WHITE Vers 21 – is exactly whats happening today i.e word of faith movement, prophesying over themselves & those claiming to receive extra Biblical revelations or dreams, such as stated in verse 25 not included here … ” I have dreamed, I have dreamed ” In effect, there are two ways to pay for operating expenses: charge tickets or ask for donations. SOMEBODY TOUCHED ME JESUS SIGNED MY PARDON (mid) SUPPERTIME (mid) If reminding needs done, it’s us that need the constant reminder of Who it is we belong to. Knowing is more important that feeling. I TALK TO THE SHEPHERD (mid) While I enjoy thos song, it is an example of where the church is. Can you explain how an overall 9.5/10 rating is “condemning a song entirely derived from God’s own book”? I am glad that you checked my criterion before reading my review. Hello and thank you for this review. PRAYER BELLS OF HEAVEN Insofar as I am aware, the people who pay for the tickets are not just looking for a spiritual experience. Who are we worshipping when we sing it? Be careful not to desire their idols/gods, as that will corrupt the Israelite people, and turn them from the Lord. I agree in a meeting, where this fits is important, as you suggested at the end is a good place. THERE'S A LIGHT AT THE RIVER I wanted to suggest adding Psalm 103:17-18 as a reference point for “May his blessing be upon you…children’s children”. To know what the Word says, about post rapture and so forth, it seems only natural that this is actually a prayer for Israel. Thank you Vince. It starts with a quiet blesssing that you want to receive and tten begins to rise in intensity with repetition. Note to new users: This is a different kind of review site! Now you Christian roaring down the road, full blast blaring the song “the Blessing” because hey, everybody should hear “the gospel” & here you are doing God a favour, stopping next to little miss drew & charley; Hey mister that’s a cool song, who is it & with chest swelling with job well done pride, you puffed up declare Kari Jobe from Elevation worship – check them out ! I mentioned the where-from & here my dear Christian already chewing on a bit of meat, is where you should not mislead the ones yet drinking milk into perdition. LIFT UP YOUR HANDS ‘Churches around the UK have come together to sing a blessing over the nation.’ Tauren Wells) – Never Lost, Elevation Worship (Feat. [21] I have not sent these prophets, yet they ran: I have not spoken to them, yet they prophesied.
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