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‘Songs for Witney’ song lyrics
Be still and bow down

Be still and know the presence of his fire

Hear angel voices lift you ever higher

God’s flaming presence, cleanse you and refine

His voice internal, whispers, “You are mine.”

 

Let heaven’s anthem ring around your ears

Commune with God, yes, He who spans the years

Lift hymns to Him, the Ancient of our Days

Raise hands to sing with, joyful words of praise

 

Close your eyes, pause, and feel Him gently breathe

Bring all your burdens, at His feet to leave.

Bow down, Oh servant, on your bended knee

Then in your mind’s eye, Jesus you will see

 

Raised mountain high, and clothed in endless might

Be struck in wonder at this awesome sight

that your whole being, shakes and cries to Him

He’s set you free, you were enslaved in sin

 

Know heaven's champion unrivalled in fame

Creation sings, O glory to His name

Saved by Lord Jesus so the time is now

Fall with your face down and with reverence bow

 

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  1. Be still and bow down
  2. Deborah
  3. Go face the day
  4. Hannah's song - Wait on the Lord
  5. Spirit come upon us
  6. Fearfully made
  7. Amazing provision
  8. Zachariah - the birth of John the Baptist
  9. There is hope
  10. No looking back
  11. Hear my prayer
  12. Now I see
  13. Jesus  you are here
  14. In Christ's humility
  15. Alpha and Omega
  16. Teach me
  17. All things are possible with God
  18. Lament - Salome

Deborah, Deborah, Deborah, judge of Israel

Deborah, Deborah, Deborah, judge of Israel

 

God raised her up as a warrior and a prophetess

In His wisdom He told her to deliver His people

From the bondage of idolatry

 

Deborah, Deborah, Deborah, judge of Israel

Deborah, Deborah, Deborah, judge of Israel

 

She held her court in the sanctuary of a palm tree

Counselling, discerning the purposes of the Lord

For the people who travelled from afar

 

Oh praise the Lord, praise the Lord, praise the Lord of the nations.

Lift His name, lift His name, glory to our King of kings

 

She roused Israel from lethargy and timid fear

Singing, "Go in the strength of the Lord God Almighty"

Victory came then and a peace for forty years x2

 

Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, praise the Lord

Thank the Lord for anointing Deborah

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2. Deborah

Are you not God, the LORD of all?

Heaven and earth will answer your call.

The nations rebel but God holds sway.

Sword, hunger. plague, flee away

 

All power and might are in God's hand.

He drives out enemies from our land

Here in His presence His name held high.

In our distress please hear our cry.

 

We may not know what we should do.

We may not know what we should do --

but Lord our eyes are fixed on You.

Lord our eyes are fixed on You.

 

Do not hold fear, do not lose heart

Your God is here, He'll do His part.   (x2)

"I am with you, go face the day."   (x2)

 

Your strength renew, now hear Him say,

He'll do His part, He'll make a way.  (x2)

 

"The battle is mine, all mine, not yours.

The battle is mine, all mine, not yours.

The battle is mine, all mine, not yours,"

says the LORD

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3. Go face the day
4. Hannah’s song

In silent tears she came

Her heart too full to speak

She bore her grief and shame

So worn, so faint, so weak

[Chorus]

Wait on the Lord, be still

He moves through all our pain

No cry is made in vain

His promised love will reign

 

The years had brought her pain

But still she chose to stay

She trusted through the strain

God would provide one day

[Chorus]

 

Before the Lord she knelt

Her vow confirmed within

If He would hear and help

She'd yield her son to Him

[Chorus]

 

My heart rejoices now (x2)

My spirit lifted high

For He has heard my cry

He has blessed me with a baby, baby boy

Lord, You are my rock

My redeeming joy

You are my rock

My redeeming joy

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Spirit come upon us

Anoint us now we pray

With power to preach the good news

To those in need today

To heal the broken hearted

To set the captives free

Make the chains that enslaved them

Give way to liberty

 

[Chorus]

For the time is now coming

The day is at hand

When the year of God's favour

Will come upon this land

For out of the darkness

A bright light has come

His kingdom is advancing

It's Jesus God's own son

 

Spirit come upon us

Anoint us now we pray

Bring comfort to the hurting

And those grieving today

To give a crown of beauty

Where there was once despair

Break the yoke of oppression

For those burdened with care

 

Spirit come upon us

Anoint us now we pray

Rebuild the ancient ruins

That long ago decayed

Revive deserted cities

Repair the broken walls

Turn the kingdom of darkness

To the kingdom of our Lord

 

[Chorus]

It's Jesus God's own son

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5. Spirit come upon us
6. Fearfully made

I thought that I could hide, hidden from your sight

But deep within the dark, there you saw my heart.

for shame has cast a shadow,

your light is breaking through.

I want to leave self deception,

Lord, to follow you.

 

[Chorus]

Where can I go from your Spirit, from your Spirit?

Where can I go from your presence, from your presence?

Search and know my heart, for you see me in the dark; you are there, even there.

 

If I sink beneath the depths in the black of night

Your Holy Spirit fire, will burn away the mire

Your behind me and before me shielding all I do.

Your my refuge when I'm weary,

Lord, I rest in you.

You formed me and made me, in that secret place.

Before my birth you knew me, even shaped my face.

My every day you counted, before they came to be.

So vast beyond my knowing, your thoughts full of grace.

 

I am fearfully and wonderfully made to worship you. (x2)

I am fearfully and wonderfully made to worship you.

 

Now I am standing firm, on your promised word.

I am your sweet delight, apple of your eye.

I rest on the assurance of who you say I am.

My faithful Father in heaven, everlasting arms.

 

I am fearfully and wonderfully made to worship you. (x4)

[Chorus]

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Glory to God, glory to God

For His amazing provision

Providing for us, providing for us

Without our decision

Some say coincidence, full of derision

But we say thank You Lord

For His intercession

 

Lift up your hands, God gives and gives

His perfect plan for us

Jesus lives

 

All this is grace, all this is grace

A gift so undeserved

Holy Spirit, Holy Spirit

Flowing without reserve

The gift of faith accepted

Go and serve knowing

the Saviour, Jesus Lord

My life to preserve

 

Lift up your hands, God gives and gives

Each perfect plan for us

Jesus lives, Jesus lives, Jesus lives

Oh bless the Lord

 

Mi piace molto d'essere qui

La famiglia Cristiana al torno di mi

Tali benedizioni senza limiti

Cantare di gioia per i soui regali

 

Alza le tui mani

Dio donna ancora

I soui piani perfetti

Gesu vive, O Gloria  

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7. Amazing provision
8. Zachariah - birth of
John Baptist

An angel came and spoke to Zachariah,

"Elizabeth, your wife will bear a son,

Name him John, he'll turn more hearts to faith.

For disbelief, this priest, was then struck dumb.

His wife, who'd had no children, was old.

But she would conceive a baby boy:

oh perfect joy, the gift foretold.

 

The time had come and promise birth anew

A voice would rise to make the pathway true

The barren womb now bore a prophet's name

And every heart that heard was set aflame

 

The hand of God was clear in all they saw

They were amazed and silently stood in awe

Stand in awe as we embrace God's victory

And praise the Holy One, the risen Christ His Son

 

The neighbours spoke, "What child is this we see?"

The hand of God will guide his destiny

A voice to cry, "Prepare the Lord's own way"

To turn the hearts of all who'd gone astray

In every birth and breath God's grace bestows

Salvation's joy that grows and grows and grows

 

Stand in awe as we embrace God's victory

And praise the Holy One, the risen Christ His Son

 

The holy promise born to Elizabeth

Became the prophet John son of Zechariah

Sent to call, "turn back from sin,"

words that God inspired.

Oh let us tell what mercy free has won

The mighty things God has done for us

Lord God who gave a son to Zechariah

Gave us Jesus to save us from hell's fire.

 

Stand in awe as we embrace God's victory

And praise the Holy One, the risen Christ His Son.

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[Chorus]

There is hope for my sorrow

There is hope for my tears

There is hope for all my wasted years

There is hope for my hurting

There is hope for my pain

All because Jesus died and rose again (x2)

 

The snares of death troubles us each day

We cry to the Lord, help us we pray

Death is swallowed up in victory

The sting of death has no hold on me

 

Though trials and suff'rings may come our way

May cause us to doubt, lead us astray.

We have a hope that will never fade

That's kept for us til' we see His face.

[Chorus]

 

Our Saviour, Christ, He was crucified.

He hung on the Cross, for us He died.

We have the hope of abundant life

Through the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

 

There is hope for my sorrow

There is hope for my tears

All because Jesus died and rose again (x2)

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9. There is hope
10. No looking back

I set my hands upon the plough

No turning back, not then, not now

The road is steep with rain-filled skies

But forward still, I lift my eyes

 

[Chorus]

A rolling stone, it gains no moss

No looking back, I'm pressing through

My heart is set, my aim is true

I fix my eyes on Jesus Christ

 

The past once called, but no retreat

I will not stray, nor face defeat

The kingdom waits, the harvest white

With Christ my strength, He's by my side

[Chorus]

 

Though shadows fall and trials rise

I walk by faith, for God is wise

The narrow path is marked with grace

And I will run to win the race

[Chorus]

 

A rolling stone, it gains no moss

No looking back, I'm pressing through

My heart is set, my aim is true

I fix my eyes on Jesus Christ (x2)

Who for joy endured the cross.

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[Chorus]

Hear my prayer Lord, let my

cry for help come to you. (x2)

 

Do not hide your face from me

when I am in distress.

I need you so desperately, I'm wasting away

I'm burning up with fear

My knees buckle beneath me.

[Chorus]

 

The pain in my jaw hits me so unexpectedly

No pleasure in eating, my heart is blighted.

I lie awake at night, my mind replays cruel taunting.

[Chorus]

 

My days are evening shadows. I wither like the grass.

Yet you, Lord, are sovereign, forever on your throne.

You arise with compassion. Hear my cry for help.

[Chorus]

 

Praise your name Lord for your care and compassion

So let this be written for a people not yet born

That the name of mighty God forever be praised

 

Praise your name Lord

for your care and compassion.(x2)

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11. Hear my prayer

In the shadows on a Sabbath

She came to meet with God

In her sorrows bent in suffering

She could not lift her face

Pressing past the hurt that she was feeling

Reaching for the man who had her healing

 

[Chorus]

Jesus You are here

Miracles are in the atmosphere

Anything is possible when You are near

Jesus You are here

 

Then He called her, gazed upon her

Heaven was reaching down

Lifting her head, dancing with joy

This was her day of praise

Pressing past the hurt that she was feeling

Jesus was the man who gave her healing

[Chorus]

 

 

Reach out for your miracle

Jesus can do miracles today

Reach out for your miracle

Jesus can do miracles today

With Him nothing's impossible (x2)

Come receive your miracle by faith

 

Jesus You are here (x2)

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13. Jesus you are here
12. Now I see

[Chorus]

I once was blind but now I see

Jesus came and gave me sight

I once was trapped but now I'm free

Jesus came and shone His light

 

He mixed saliva with some clay

He spread it on my eyes

Go He said wash don't delay

Oh joy miracle surprise

Now I can see, I'm so happy!

[Chorus]

 

Some neighbours said that's not the man

Oh yes I said it's me

Then the Pharisees began to ask

How can you see

Tell us clearly now if you can

[Chorus]

 

They even asked my dad and mum

Is this your son born blind

They replied he is our son

But we don't know who healed him

Please ask our son he will tell you

 

Those leaders called me back again

Once more I told my story

But the truth they would not hear

And hurling abuse at me

They threw me out onto the street

 

But Jesus came and found me (x3)

Jesus is the Son of God

Jesus my Saviour He's my Lord

Jesus is the light of the world (x2)

Jesus come and be my light (x2)

Jesus is the light of the world

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In humility

As Christ showed me

To esteem others above myself

Delete the vain mindset of judging people

Let go of distorted pride

Put on the apron of acceptance

And serve and listen to each person

With a huge dose of love

 

Help me Lord, help me Lord

Serve in humility

To bring the broken, broken hearted

To your safe embrace

So they will know, so they will know

My God will meet all their needs

According to the riches of His glory

In Christ Jesus

 

So they will know

My God will meet all their needs

According to the riches of His glory

In Christ Jesus.

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14. In Christ’s humility
15. Alpha and Omega

I saw a Holy city coming down in glory bright,

Shining like a precious jewel in everlasting light.

No more tears and no more sorrow: every pain will fade away,

For the One upon the throne declares a brand new day.

 

He's making all things new;

Every promise, faithful and true,

From the Alpha to Omega

Living waters flowing through

In the light of the Lamb we stand,

Every nation walking in His truth

Oh behold: He's making all things new

He's making all things new.

 

Twelve gates of pearl are open

Never closing, never dim

For the glory of the Father

Is the light that shines within.

 

On the stones the names are written

Of the tribes and of the Lamb

And the streets of gold are singing

Of the great I AM.

 

No more night, no shadows fall

For the Lamb is our eternal song

Every heart redeemed will call

"Holy, holy is the Lord"

 

He's making all things new

Every promise, faithful and true,

To the thirsty He gives water

From the spring of life renewed

We are children of His kingdom

In His glory breaking through.

 

Oh behold: He's making all things new.

He's making all things new.

He's making all things new.

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Teach me, teach me

In you God I put my trust

You won't let me fall

I am safe

 

Lift up your voice to the God who saves

Sing praise to him who pours out love

Light up my path, show me your ways

All of my days, lead me I pray

 

Teach me your truth

Help me see your goodness

Grace and truth, your glory

You take away all my messy mistakes

Free me from my fear, let hope appear

 

Light up my path, show me your ways

All of my days, lead me I pray

 

Remember me, I am family

Teach me from your truth, the Bible

Your words give me my identity

Let my life now show your glory

 

Light up my path, show me your ways

All of my days, lead me I pray (x2)

Watch over me, keep me safe

Jesus I pray

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16. Teach me
17. All things are
possible with God

As Jesus blessed children out in the street

A rich young man ran to kneel at his feet

Good teacher he asked, oh what should I do

To live beyond death, tell me clearly and true

 

[Increased vocal resonance and vibrato]

In reply Jesus asked, why call me good?

For none are good only one, God alone

Have you kept the laws: God's ten carved in stone?

Yes Lord, since my youth, I've done as I should

 

Jesus looked at him with love, compassion

One thing you lack, sell all your possessions

Come follow me, give your wealth to the poor

I am the way, truth, and the life, God's door

 

The man was upset, he could not discard

his wordly wealth and cosy comfort that day.

As he turned and walked slowly away.

 

Jesus said for the rich man its so very hard

For the wealthy to enter God's kingdom is hard

It's so so hard, so hard

We wonder then who can be saved.(x2)

 

Jesus said, “For man it’s impossible,

But for God all things are possible.

Alleluia, alleluia

Everything is possible (x2)

All things are  possible with God

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Off now go our men at night to fish rough sea,

I pray to God, to keep them safe, and with His help,

they'll bring a catch of many fish at dawn,

and so we'll all be well fed.

 

James and John are precious sons,

They help their father Zebedee go fishing;

with help of hired-hands, our livelihood is good,

and many families are so well blessed.

 

But now Jesus the Messiah. is calling them

come follow me and fish for men,

to show God's love for everyone on earth,

and share the plan God has for all people.

 

My heart is torn now our boys are gone to serve,

left within the hour,  I'm so forlorn and fragile,

for this change came suddenly,

my tears like rivers flow.

 

My husband and I are so proud

our boys have gone to serve the Lord in Galilee,

but oh we miss them for they left as soon as called,

now everything seems upside down,

Seems upside down

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18. Lament - Salome