Thursday was a very hard day for our church body as we lost a brother in Christ. In my mourning I was able to write this song of hope. Jesus is worth all the suffering we endure because he endured suffering for us.

Lyrics:

VS 1:
When fiery trials surround… and consume me
I know that my hope is found… in One Thing
Jesus Christ, his life he gave…and suffered
for my sin and o'er the grave…he conquered 

CH:
You’re worth it all
You’re worth it all, Everything
You’re worth it all
You’re worth it all, Jesus

VS 2:
This suffering I endure…is nothing
When compared to the joy in store…I’m longing
For that day when tears shall cease…and together
We’ll proclaim Christ’s victory…forever!

Bridge:
All my life is yours
Shape me and mold me
All my life is yours
Use me, Completely 
All my life is yours
Send me, I’m willing
All my life is yours!

7in7 Day 1: Worth It All

This songs written out of my fear of failure and desire to control. Too often it can paralyze me completely.

VS 1:
you’re always looking for the right sign
but when it shows its not the right time

you’re hoping something better comes along
and when it does you think it’s always wrong

VS 2:
you trust nobody, only trust your self
and when you fail the blames on someone else
your dreams they seem just like a fairy tale
but turn into a nightmare from hell

CH:
You’re paralyzed
You’re paralyzed
You’re paralyzed with fear

VS 3:
When everything starts to become clear
you wish that everyone would disappear
so you could go this life all alone
and never worry about being known
 
BR:
control’s an illusion that’s birthed out of fear
uncertainty tells us what we don’t want to hear
the feeling of failure paralyses the soul
only one things for certain, that we’re not in control 

CH 2:
Don’t believe the lies
Don’t believe the lies
You have nothing to fear

7in7 Day 2: Paralyzed

This is one of those songs that started out in one direction but completely changed. As I was writing the verses, they grew longer and longer, each verse building off the other. Eventually it took shape and here it is!

Vs 1
In chaos you came, to usher in peace to this weary world in need
You took on our flesh, and humbled yourself when you came in helpless babe
The angels announcing, to shepherds that night, as they sang the loudest praise
Glory in the highest, and peace on the earth, rejoice for your savior's finally come!

Vs 2
You loved the unlovely, and dined with the poor, and the sick you came to heal
But some would deny you, and call you a fraud, as they picked up stones to kill
Despised and rejected, reviled and detested, by the ones you came to save
They yelled crucify him, demanded your life, and with a kiss you were betrayed

Vs 3
Your back bruised and bleeding, sharp nails pierced your hands, as they hung you on the cross
You said "it is finished" as you breathed your last breathe, the lamb of god was slain
The ground shook and trembled, and thunderclouds roared, as the curtain tore in two
The promised messiah, the hope of the world, was laid lifeless in the tomb

Vs 4:
The world stood in silence, your disciples and friends, wept and mourned their savior's death 
They sat lost and hopeless, for they assumed that their king, had entered eternal rest
But then on the third day the stone rolled away and you rose just like you said
The angels Rejoicing, declared he's not here, Christ is risen from the dead

Ch:
Our sin is now pardoned, our debt you have paid, with your blood shed on the cross
The tomb is now empty, you conquered the grave, now you reign in heaven above


7in7 Day 3: Our Hope Has Come

I always set out to write a Christmas song during this season and here is my attempt at a new one!

VS 1:
there’s a chill that's in the air  
the thrill of hope is here
tell your brother far and near
it is Christmas

lights are twinkling in the dark
glowing like a little spark
bringing joy to every heart
it is Christmas 

CH:
’tis the season to be merry and bright
but remember why we gather
for our hope was born that silent night
'tis Jesus Christ

VS 2: 
gather round with family
and glad tidings to all bring
raise your voices merrily
it is Christmas

dawn your gowns of red and green
put the gifts beneath the tree
sing your carols joyfully
it is Christmas

CH:
’tis the season to be merry and bright
but remember why we gather
for our hope was born that silent night
'tis Jesus Christ

VS 3: 
by warm fire cuddle close
with the ones you love the most
lift your glass and raise a toast
it is Christmas

let’s go dashing through the snow
and kiss 'neath the mistletoe
for our hearts they are a glow
it is Christmas

CH:
’tis the season to be merry and bright
but remember why we gather
for our hope was born that silent night
'tis Jesus Christ

7in7 Day 4: 'Tis The Season

VS 1:
In Bethlehem was born
A child this Christmas morn
In manger laid this virgin's son
Our Savior finally come

VS 2:
The Son of God behold
Whom prophets long foretold
Born a child and yet a king
Salvation to us bring

CH:
Hallelujah
Jesus is here

VS 3:
See in this precious babe
The Father's love displayed
The sick to heal the lost to find
A hope for all mankind

VS 4:
Good shepherds now rejoice
With angels raise your voice
Peace on the earth, good will towards men
Our broken hearts to mend


7in7 - Day 7: Jesus Is Here

Lyrics:

When the clouds veil the sun
And the cold of winter comes
The glory of your warm light shines
And melts this frozen heart of mine

Hallelujah, hallelujah
You're always with me, you're always with me

When it feels I'm lost at sea
And storms are raging around me
You command the waves be still
My anxious heart with peace you fill

Chorus

When sorrows siege my weary soul
And my hope's eclipsed with woe
My doubts and fears your love destroys
In your salvation I rejoice

7in7 - Day 2: You're Always With Me

Lately I've been learning more about the Holy Spirit and my lack of reliance on him in my daily walk. So I knew I wanted to write a song as a prayer asking the Holy Spirit to help me, guide me, animate me, etc. So I went to the trusty Valley of Vision and found this prayer called "Spiritus Sanctus" and began writing the song. Enjoy.

Lyrics:

Come in power
And reign supreme
In this rebel heart of mine
Come as teacher
Lead me in truth
With understanding fill my mind

Holy Spirit pour out
Like a fountain to my soul
Quench my thirsty heart
With a love that overflows

Come in love that
I may adore
And love you Father with my all
Come as joy
To dwell in me
Animate this lifeless soul

[chorus]

Come as light and 
Illuminate
Thy Word and mold me in its way
Come as helper
With strength to bless
And direct my every step

[chorus]

7in7 - Day 3: Holy Spirit Pour Out

Today was a co-write with my bassist Jon Amos. He came in with the idea of Hebrews 6 where it talks about our hope in Jesus being an anchor to our souls, so we went from there. Hope you enjoy!

Lyrics:

Though the storms will come
And the seas will roar
I'll hold fast to Your promise
To the hope set before

You are the steadfast anchor of my soul
Unwavering hope within the storm
You are the sure foundation, Cornerstone
Secure I stand before Your throne

Though my heart will stray
And its affects fade
Your cross secures my pardon
My ransom You have paid

[chorus]

Jesus, my Rock, in You I take my refuge
My strength, my shield, and my salvation

[chorus]

7in7 - Day 4: The Steadfast Anchor

So for a change of pace I've made an attempt to write a kinda pop-love song. Obviously it's not my natural style but it was fun to play around with!

Lyrics:

When you walked in…to my life
I knew that…you'd be mine
How did I…go so long
Without you…in my arms

My heart beats for you and you alone
There's no greater love I have known
Baby you are the love of my life
You are the only one I adore
I'm yours now and forevermore
Baby you are the love of my life

In your eyes…I get lost
Your lips they…are so soft
By your side…I will stay
Forever…come what may

My heart beats for you and you alone
There's no greater love I have known
Baby you are the love of my life
You are the only one I adore
I'm yours now and forevermore
Baby you are the love of my life

You are... mine forever

My heart beats for you and you alone
There's no greater love I have known
Baby you are the love of my life
You are the only one I adore
I'm yours now and forevermore
Baby you are the love of my life


7in7 - Day 5: You Are

This song started out with the chorus which I basically took from the hymn "Crown Him with Many Crowns" word-for-word. I wanted to emphasize the idea of the Gospel and how it should awaken our souls to sing. Enjoy!

Lyrics:

Behold the Lamb of God
Who takes away my sin
The Word made flesh and dwelt among
The wretched souls of men

Awake my soul and sing
Of him who died for me
And hail him as the matchless King
For all eternity

Behold him on the cross
Who for my sin was slain
His blood was shed to wash me clean
His righteousness my gain

[chorus]

Behold the Risen King
Triumphant o'er the grave
Now reigning on his throne on high
As saints and angels praise

[chorus]

7in7 - Day 6: Awake My Soul

On this song I channeled my inner David Ramirez. It's a little sad and a little dark, but overall hopeful. Enjoy!

Lyrics:

My pride pushed you away
And I know you feel betrayed
Don't forget that this blood runs wild
But I'll tame this heart for you

Forgive me, forgive me
For what I've done
Forgive me, forgive me
I was so wrong
All the hell that I've put you through
Forgive me

Darling please come home
I am so alone
I never meant to cause you harm
Let me bind you wounded heart

Please give me one more chance
To prove my heart's romance
Love can be such a cruel game
But this time let's see it through

danieldarnell

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