Congregational Songs – New Songs for Corporate Worship

New Music Tuesday – “Hold On to You”

July 13, 2010

This song is inspired by a friend of mine and his family who are walking through the dark valley of cancer (read their story at teamemmett.com).  Suffering is an inevitable part of the human experience, and its mystery lies in its ability to give us a greater understanding of ourselves, of one another, and of our need for God’s mercy.  I’ve never walked where my friend has, and my experience with pain thus far in my life pales in comparison.  But I pray that this song will give words to anyone that is going through such a time.  And may God’s mercy and healing be with you if that’s where you are.

If it looks like I’m looking just off the camera, I am – I still needed the words for this one.

When thunder is rumbling and black clouds blanket the sun / When the storm winds are blowing and pain like a hurricane comes. / When all that I cling to is shaking, and the ground where I’m standing gives way / I will fall, fall to my knees / And You will hold on to me / Help me hold on to You. / You hold the thunder, Your hands give shape to the clouds / I know You are Sovereign, and You know I need You right now.

You can find the chart, lead sheet, and a better recording here.

Written by Jeff Bourque and James Tealy.  Copyright 2010 Manicotti Music / Centricity Music Publishing (ASCAP).  All rights reserved.

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