An Uplifting Song A Day

Jesus is all the world to me, My life, my joy, my all; He is my strength from day to day, Without Him I would fall. When I am sad, to Him I go, No other one can cheer me so; When I am sad, He makes me glad, He's my friend.Jesus is all the world to me, my friend in trials sore; I go to Him for blessings and He gives them ov'r and o'er. He sends the sunshine and the rain, He sends the harvest's golden grain; Sunshine and rain, harvest of grain, He's my friend.Jesus is all the world to me, and true to Him I'll be; O how could I this friend deny, when He's so true to me? Following Him I know I am right, He watches o'er me day and night; Following Him, by day and night, He's my friend.Jesus is all the world to me, I want no better friend; I trust Him now, I'll trust Him when Life's fleeting days shall end. Beautiful life with such a friend; beautiful life that has no end; Eternal life, eternal joy, He's my friend.Words: Will L. Thompson, 1904. Music 'Jesus Is All the World To Me' Will L. Thompson, 1904.Copyright: public domain. This score is a part of the Open Hymnal Project, 2015 Revision.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

HiI'm Dee your host and welcome to another episode of An Uplifting Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus Away)Lyrics: Edward Mote, ca.1834copyright status is Public DomainSubjects: Assurance, RefugeScripture: Matthew 7:24-27Music: William B. Bradbury, 1863My hope is built on nothing lessThan Jesus blood and righteousness.I dare not trust the sweetest frame,But wholly lean on Jesus name.Refrain: On Christ, the solid Rock I stand,All other ground is sinking sand;All other ground is sinking sand.When darkness veils His lovely face,I rest on His unchanging grace.In every high and stormy gale,My anchor holds within the veil.(Refrain)His oath, His covenant, His blood,Support me in the whelming flood.When all around my soul gives way,He then is all my hope and stay.(Refrain)When He shall come with trumpet sound,Oh may I then in Him be found.Dressed in His righteousness alone,Faultless to stand before the throne.(Refrain)Public DomainSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Artist: Tommy WalkerLord I surrender allTo Your strong and faithful handIn everything I will give thanks to YouI'll just trust Your perfect planWhen I don't know what to doI'll lift my handsWhen I don't know what to sayI'll speak Your praiseWhen I don't know where to goI'll run to Your throneWhen I don't know what to thinkI'll stand on Your truthWhen I don't know what to doLord I surrender allThough I'll never understandAll the mysteries around meI'll just trust Your perfect planWhen I don't know what to doI'll lift my handsWhen I don't know what to sayI'll speak Your praiseWhen I don't know where to goI'll run to Your throneWhen I don't know what to thinkI'll stand on Your truthWhen I don't know what to doAs I bow my kneeSend Your perfect peaceSend Your perfect peace LordAs I lift my handsLet Your healing comeLet Your healing come to meSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hello and welcome to another episode of A Song A Day Keeps Coronavirus Away! Can you believe it? This is episode 35! Much thanks to those joining me for the first time or those re-joining me once again. I appreciate you all! I'll tell you a little secret. While I followed the prompting of the Holy Spirit to put something out here to help people cope with the drastic changes in their lives. It has also helped me. As a bipolar person, sudden changes do not sit well with me. At first, it was a welcome rest because I go hard in " normal everyday life" But then as the time kept stretching out and I began to realize it wasn't just a month. Panic began to set in. No hugs? No lunches with friends? What? Thank God for His word and the wonderful gift of music.Feel free to reach out to me at upliftingsongaday@gmail.com if you have a testimony you'd like to share, a question you wish to ask, or a comment.Category: LongingsSubcategory: For Growth in ChristLyrics: Johnson Oatman Jr. (1856-1926)Music: Charles Hutchinson Gabriel (1856-1932)I’m pressing on the upward way,New heights I’m gaining every day;Still praying as I onward bound,“Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.” Lord, lift me up, and let me standBy faith on Canaan’s tableland;A higher plane than I have found, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.My heart has no desire to stayWhere doubts arise and fears dismay;Though some may dwell where these abound,My prayer, my aim, is higher ground.I want to live above the world,Though Satan’s darts at me are hurled;For faith has caught the joyful sound,The song of saints on higher ground.I want to scale the utmost heightAnd catch a gleam of glory bright;But still I’ll pray till rest I’ve found,“Lord, lead me on to higher ground.”Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

John H. Sammis, 1887copyright status is Public DomainSubjects: Trust, ObedienceScripture: Psalm 84:11-12; Isaiah 50:10Daniel B. Towner, 1887copyright status is Public DomainWhen we walk with the Lord in the light of His Word,What a glory He sheds on our way!While we do His good will, He abides with us still,And with all who will trust and obey.Refrain:Trust and obey, for there’s no other wayTo be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey.Not a shadow can rise, not a cloud in the skies,But His smile quickly drives it away;Not a doubt or a fear, not a sigh or a tear,Can abide while we trust and obey.Not a burden we bear, not a sorrow we share,But our toil He doth richly repay;Not a grief or a loss, not a frown or a cross,But is blessed if we trust and obey.But we never can prove the delights of His loveUntil all on the altar we lay;For the favor He shows, for the joy He bestows,Are for them who will trust and obey.Then in fellowship sweet we will sit at His feet,Or we’ll walk by His side in the way;What He says we will do, where He sends we will go;Never fear, only trust and obey.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hello and thanks again for joining me for another episode of An Uplifting Song A Day (Keeps Coronavirus Away)Today's song was one of my mom's favorite, I feel closer to her when I sing it.See author information, scripture references and the lyrics below:Joseph M. Scriven, 1855copyright status is Public DomainSubjects: Friendship, Comfort, PrayerScripture: Exodus 33:11; John 15:13; 16:23-24What a friend we have in Jesus,All our sins and griefs to bear!What a privilege to carryEverything to God in prayer!Oh, what peace we often forfeit,Oh, what needless pain we bear,All because we do not carryEverything to God in prayer!Have we trials and temptations?Is there trouble anywhere?We should never be discouraged—Take it to the Lord in prayer.Can we find a friend so faithful,Who will all our sorrows share?Jesus knows our every weakness;Take it to the Lord in prayer.Are we weak and heavy-laden,Cumbered with a load of care?Precious Savior, still our refuge—Take it to the Lord in prayer.Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?Take it to the Lord in prayer!In His arms He’ll take and shield thee,Thou wilt find a solace there.Blessed Savior, Thou hast promisedThou wilt all our burdens bear;May we ever, Lord, be bringingAll to Thee in earnest prayer.Soon in glory bright, unclouded,There will be no need for prayer—Rapture, praise, and endless worshipWill be our sweet portion there.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Judson W. Van DeVenter, 1896copyright status is Public DomainSubject: ConsecrationScripture: Luke 14:33; Matthew 19:27Winfield S. Weeden, 1896copyright status is Public DomainLyrics: I Surrender AllAll to Jesus I surrender,All to Him I freely give;I will ever love and trust Him,In His presence daily live.Refrain:I surrender all,I surrender all;All to Thee, my blessed Savior,I surrender all.All to Jesus I surrender,Humbly at His feet I bow;Worldly pleasures all forsaken,Take me, Jesus, take me now.All to Jesus I surrender,Make me, Savior, wholly Thine;Let me feel the Holy Spirit,Truly know that Thou art mine.All to Jesus I surrender,Lord, I give myself to Thee;Fill me with Thy love and power,Let Thy blessing fall on me.All to Jesus I surrender,Now I feel the sacred flame;Oh, the joy of full salvation!Glory, glory, to His Name!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hello and welcome to a Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away) Well it is 6 PM EST. but 24 hours later. So sorry for the lateness but I pray that you find the wait was worth it.That being said, iin this episode is my very first guest, one of the Church Mothers from my church. She always blesses us when she sings. I pray that you experience the same blessing.I hope that you all had a blessed day moms and dads who are doing double duty!Blessings,DeeAlso, if you wish to listen to an expanded edition, check out the 12 minute Mother's Day podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heres-to-mothers-everywhere/id1510162487?i=1000474195519If you would like to comment and or review this 5 minute Mother's Day version, you may do so here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/an-uplifting-song-a-day/id1508198045?ign-mpt=uo%3D4Both podcasts could use some review and rating love. Thanks in advanceSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hello everyone and welcome! This is just a snippet advising that I'm still working on a special Mother's Day episode. I hoped to have it ready at midnight but missed my own deadline. It will be up by 6 PM EST today. So if you're not already a subscriber and you don't want to miss it, subscribe via the listening app of your choice. You won't be sorry!DeeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hi Folks,Welcome to another episode of A Song a Day Keeps Coronavirus away!Thanks so much for tuning in despite my absence. I had some voice issues and personal issues. Thank God they are both better now, however, I will be going back to work full-time as of Monday, May 12th so I will most likely only be able to manage 1 or 2 episodes a week.But who knows? It takes me awhile now because I have to go through so many steps to make it sound as clean as possible. I purchased a mini podcasting kit to see if it would make a difference or not in quality as well as cutting the time. Pray for me that it does.I also hope you liked my new intro/outro beat made especially for me by a wonderful young man who goes by [ sweetness ].If you do, please take 60 seconds to call in at https://anchor.fm/diane-stafford/message and let me know!HOLY, HOLY, HOLY (Public Domain)Holy, holy, holy!Lord God AlmightyEarly in the morningOur song shall rise to TheeHoly, holy, holy!Merciful and mightyGod in three personsBlessed Trinity!Holy, holy, holy!Though the darkness hide theeThough the eye of sinful manThy glory may not seeOnly Thou art holyThere is none beside TheePerfect in power, in love and puritySupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hi everyone,Welcome to another episode of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away).Excuse the tinny sound of the background music. I decided to try something new this weekend. Singing with myself. By the time I recorded the top harmony, it was over!Let me know what you think anyway!As you can see, today's song is "The Blood Will Never Lose It's Pow'r" I chose it because ever since this pandemic began my mind has been drawn to the story of the Israelites as God worked on their release from Egypt. The final sign to Pharaoh that he really needed to say yes involved the blood of a sacrifice being posted over the doorways of their houses to ensure that the lives of their firstborn sons were preserved.I wonder what would happen now if we plead the blood over our doorposts in 2020 and declare that COVID-19 must pass over our household?Just a thought.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

I Trust in God written by William C. Martin (1864-1914) It's amazing how the wonderful gift of lyrics and the music that accompanies it can bless us.1.I trust in God wherever I may be,Upon the land or on the rolling sea,For, come what may, from day to day,My heav'nly Father watches over me.ChorusI trust in God, I know He cares for me,On mountain bleak or on the stormy sea;Tho' billows roll, He keeps my soul,My heavn'ly Father watches over me.2.He makes the rose an object of His care,He guides the eagle thru the pathless air,And surely He remembers me,My heav'nly Father watches over me.Chorus3.I trust in God, for in the the lion's den,On battlefield, or in the prison pen,Thru praise or blame, thru flood or flame,My heav'nly Father watches over me.Chorus4.The valley may be dark, the shadows deepBut O, The Shepherd guards His lonely sheep;And thru the gloom, He'll lead me homeMy heav'nly Father watches over me.ChorusWords by W.C. Martin, Lyrics by Charles Gabriel.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hello Again,This is a snippet of the upcoming premiere of "What Song Are You Feeling" where I discuss the power of music to change emotions.http://deeswrites.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

A snippet of the first song I've ever written as an adult. To hear this backstory/testimony listen on An Uplifting Song a Week - Love Anyway or on Apple(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/an-uplifting-song-each-week/id1510162487)The lyrics were born way before any music was added. I don't know about anyone else but my creative juices begin flowing when I'm in angst and boy was that an angst ridden time.My only child was away at college in another state, I was in business for myself and my booming profits had begun to take a hit due to competition that decided to set itself up right beside me, my mom who lived with me at the time was just beginning to exhibits signs of Alzheimer's. The strong kick butt woman with whom I lived, began to become an uncertain shadow of herself, right before my eyes.I remember going out to my usual corner, setting up my book-stand and waiting and waiting for my customers to show up. A few did and actually bought a few items but at the end of 5 hours I only had $50 to show for time spent out in the cold. Loathe to arrive home early and worry my mom, I packed up my van and drove to a place I could always count on for comfort...the library.Wouldn't you know it...it was closed for renovations.So I sat in my van with the rain pouring down on the windshield and I fussed at God. I reminded Him that I was now in my church's Bible college. I was studying and learning more about Him than ever before, that now that I was right-er than I'd ever been in my life, everything was falling apart. I felt betrayed somehow. I thought that since I was doing His will, answering the call and all...that I was protected.So as was always my habit, when things bother me...I write it down. And what came out of me was a series of poems from God to me or to anyone else who was or ever will be in the place that I am.I Know...LoveI know...trustI know...forgiveI know sometimes it's hard to love...but do it anywayI know sometimes it's hard to forgive...but do it anywayI know sometimes it's hard to trust...but do it anywayGod needed me to love enough to forgive others who had hurt me, who had proven they were not trustworthy because He himself lived with someone for three years that He knew was going to betray Him. But He didn't treat him any differently than the other disciples, He loved him and shared his time with him giving him every opportunity to make a different choice.I had to learn that hard lesson and that it rains on the just and the unjust and if Jesus went through hard times so would I.I would love to say that I bounced back the next day after having that awesome experience with God, but it was a process. As I let go of mistrust for men caused by the abuse of my father, relationships and began to forgive people and myself for our imperfections. I began to awaken to who God had originally created me to be. A happier person, one not so closed off from people.Lyrics/Vocals: Diane StaffordBackground Track: Ainsley Harris(c) 2006 Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hello Folks and welcome to another episode of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus Away)Before I go any further, I would just like to take a moment to say thanks. Thanks for listening the first time and thanks for returning.I checked my stats and there's one particular person who has listened to every episode and I'm quite honored.I've still got quite a few songs left in me and my voice is finally starting to come back to normal.If there's a particular song of which you'd like to hear a snippet, leave me a voice message with the info. If at all possible I will oblige. https://anchor.fm/diane-stafford/message Now for today's song:Close to Thee (Gaither Live Gathering, lovely rendition)Thou my everlasting portionMore than friend or life to meAll alone my pilgrim journeySaviour let me walk with TheeClose to Thee, close to TheeClose to Thee, close to TheeAll alone my pilgrim journeySaviour let me walk with TheeNot for easy wordly pleasureNor for fame my prayer shall beGladly will I toil and sufferOnly let me walk with TheeClose to Thee, close to TheeClose to Thee, close to TheeGladly will I toil and sufferOnly let me walk with TheeLead me through the veil of shadowsBear me o'er life's fitful seaThen the gate of life eternalMay I enter Lord with TheeClose to Thee, close to TheeClose to Thee, close to TheeThen the gate of life eternalMay I enter Lord with Thee...Then the gate of life eternalMay I enter Lord with Thee...Songwriters: Fanny J. Crosby / Silas Jones VailSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 31 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away). I cannot believe that I have been doing this for thirty-one days already.That being said, the title of this song and the sentiment are quite apropos. If anyone would have told me that an averred loner like myself is ready to assault someone just to get a hug, I would have said, nope, that's not me.It's amazing what we can learn about ourselves. That sense of self-sufficiency needed to crumble (and I did) so that I could be reminded afresh of just how much I need God for the difficult as well as the simple and mundane things in life.Lyrics: Annie HawksMusic: I need thee every hourMost gracious LordNo tender voice like thineCan peace affordI need thee oh I need theeEvery hour I need theeOh bless me now my saviorI come to theeI need thee every hourStay thou near byTemptations loose their powerWhen thou art nighI need thee oh I need theeEvery hour I need theeOh bless me now my saviorI come to theeI need thee every hourMost holy oneOh make me thine indeedThou blessed sonI need thee oh I need theeEvery hour I need theeOh bless me now my saviorI come to theeOh I need theeI need theeOh bless me now my saviorI come to theeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 26 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away)Sorry for the extended absence folks. The week after Easter is always full of exhaustion for me. It's that way every year and I keep forgetting...every year.Due to the downtime by COVID, I have been able to let the creative juices flow a bit. To that end, this episode is a snippet of a song I wrote today. Verse 1 of my original creation for Calypso extempo challenge encouraging people to stay safeI know COVID been here awhileAnd she messing up we lifeShe get familiar like she our friendTaking liberties now and then.I tell yaShe doh make jokeShe acting worse than stroke!But even though I have The Great HopeBam! Ah staying home!Lyrics: Diane (Divine) Stafford 2020Music: Eclipse Productions 2020Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hello and welcome to another episode of An Uplifting Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus Away)Today's song encourages us to consider putting aside some time daily to spend with God. The outcome of time spent with God is that He is able to take away what troubles us because He invites us to share our desires with Him.Sweet Hour of Prayerby William W. Walford (1772–1850)Public Domain Sweet hour of prayer! Sweet hour of prayer!that calls me from a world of care,and bids me at my Father's thronemake all my wants and wishes known.In seasons of distress and grief,my soul has often found relief,and oft escaped the tempter's snareby thy return, sweet hour of prayer!Sweet hour of prayer! Sweet hour of prayer!the joys I feel, the bliss I shareof those whose anxious spirits burnwith strong desires for thy return!With such I hasten to the placewhere God my Savior shows his face,and gladly take my station there,and wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer!Sweet hour of prayer! Sweet hour of prayer!thy wings shall my petition bearto him whose truth and faithfulnessengage the waiting soul to bless.And since he bids me seek his face,believe his word, and trust his grace,I'll cast on him my every care,and wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Hello and welcome to Day 20 of A Song a Day (Keeps coronavirus away).This song has been with me from childhood. Reminisce with me as I singAlso, please note that we are halfway through this season. I intend to end season one at the 40 episode mark, then I will take a break for 2 weeks.In the meantime I will be working on fine tuning my podcasting skills with my two other podcast - http://deeswrites.com/podcast/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Welcome to Episode 19 of a Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus Away) - Episode #3 Revisited.In this take, we raise the following question:How many times do we really listen to a song? Yes, I know, we hear the music/tune, but what about the lyrics?Well, since most of us have more time on our hands than usual, why don't we practice listening a little closer? Say about 5 - 9 minutes a day?BEWARE: There may be some good feelings, a sense of encouragement or maybe even peace when you're through.Segments:-Intro-Extraneous Factoid-Song of the Day-Lyrics of the Day-Exposition of the Day -OutroYes! All of that in less than ten minutes! To those who like me have the attention span of a gnat...You're welcome! Let's do this!Note: Episodes like this, minus the singing can be heard regularly on my sister podcast An Uplifting Song Each week: https://anchor.fm/diane-staffordSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 18 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away)Happy Easter - He Lives!I serve a risen Saviour, He's in the world todayI know that He is living, whatever men may sayI see His hand of mercy, I hear His voice of cheerAnd just the time I need Him He's always nearHe lives (He lives), He lives (He lives), Christ Jesus lives todayHe walks with me and talks with meAlong life's narrow wayHe lives (He lives), He lives (He lives), Salvation to impartYou ask me how I know He lives?He lives within my heartIn all the world around me I see His loving careAnd though my heart grows weary I never will despairI know that He is leading, through all the stormy blastThe day of His appearing will come at lastHe lives (He lives), He lives (He lives), Christ Jesus lives todayHe walks with me and talks with meAlong life's narrow wayHe lives (He lives), He lives (He lives), Salvation to impartYou ask me how I know He lives?He lives within my heartRejoice, rejoice, O Christian Lift up your voice and singEternal hallelujahs to Jesus Christ, the KingThe Hope of all who seek Him, the Help of all who findNone other is so loving, so good and kindHe lives (He lives), He lives (He lives), Christ Jesus lives todayHe walks with me and talks with meAlong life's narrow wayHe lives (He lives), He lives (He lives), Salvation to impartYou ask me how I know He lives?He lives within my heartSource: LyricFindSongwriters: Alfred H. AckleyHe Lives lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc, Songtrust Ave Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

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Day 16 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away)Thank you Lord for loving me above all!Above all powersAbove all kingsAbove all nature and all created thingsAbove all wisdom and all the ways of manYou were here before the world beganAbove all kingdomsAbove all thronesAbove all wonders the world has ever knownAbove all wealth and treasures of the earthThere's no way to measure what you're worthCrucifiedLaid behind the stoneYou lived to dieRejected and aloneLike a rose trampled on the groundYou took the fallAnd thought of meAbove allAbove all powersAbove all kingsAbove all nature and all created thingsAbove all wisdom and all the ways of manYou were here before the world beganAbove all kingdomsAbove all thronesAbove all wonders the world has ever knownAbove all wealth and treasures of the earthThere's no way to measure what you're worthCrucifiedLaid behind the stoneYou lived to dieRejected and aloneLike a rose trampled on the groundYou took the fallAnd thought of meAbove allCrucifiedLaid behind the stoneYou lived to dieRejected and aloneLike a rose trampled on the groundYou took the fallAnd thought of meAbove allLike a rose trampled on the groundYou took the fallAnd thought of meAbove allSource: LyricFindSongwriters: Lenny Leblanc / Paul BalocheAbove All lyrics © Capitol Christian Music Group Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 15 of a Song a Day (keeps Coronavirus away )I don't know about you but I feel very thankful that in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, I am in a place to pray for others and not have succumbed to panic and anxiety. That is my way of saying thanks. Because someone prayed for me and had me on their mind, that is how I attained salvation, myself. That person is/was my deceased mother. How can I say thanksFor the things You have done for me?Things so undeserved,Yet You gave to prove Your love for me;The voices of a million angelsCould not express my gratitude.All that I am and ever hope to be,I owe it all to Thee.To God be the glory,To God be the glory,To God be the gloryFor the things He has done.With His blood He has saved me,With His power He has raised me;To God be the gloryFor the things He has done.Just let me live my life,Let it pleasing, Lord to Thee,And if I gain any praise,Let it go to Calvary.Source: MusixmatchSongwriters: Andrae' CrouchMy Tribute lyrics © Birdwing Music, Bud-john Songs Inc, Bud John Songs, Bud-john Songs Inc.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 14 of a Song a Day (keeps Coronavirus away)Because HE LIVES I have hope in the midst of what appears hopeless. At one time in my life, I felt unwanted and heartbroken but then I met Jesus and I found out that He was thinking about me and caring for me even before I was born. So now I am confident that I am loved and wanted. If you would like to learn how to feel that way as well. Message Me via Facebook, Instagram or TwitterGod sent His SonThey called Him JesusHe came to love, heal and forgiveHe lived and died to buy my pardonAn empty grave is there to prove my Savior livesBecause He lives I can face tomorrowBecause He lives all fear is goneBecause I know He holds the futureAnd life is worth the living just because He livesAnd then one dayI'll cross that riverI'll fight life's final war with painAnd then as death gives way to vict'ryI'll see the lights of glory and I'll know he livesBecause He lives I can face tomorrowBecause He lives all fear is goneBecause I know He holds the futureAnd life is worth the living just because He livesSource: LyricFindSongwriters: Gloria Gaither / William J. GaitherBecause He Lives lyrics © Capitol Christian Music GroupSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 13 of a Song a Day (keeps Coronavirus away)LyricsGive thanks with a grateful heartGive thanks to the Holy OneGive thanks because He's given Jesus Christ, His SonGive thanks with a grateful heartGive thanks to the Holy OneGive thanks because He's given Jesus Christ, His SonAnd now let the weak say, "I am strong"Let the poor say, "I am richBecause of what the Lord has done for us"And now let the weak say, "I am strong"Let the poor say, "I am richBecause of what the Lord has done for us"Give thanks with a grateful heart (with a grateful heart)Give thanks to the Holy One (to the Holy One)Give thanks because He's given Jesus Christ, His SonGive thanks with a grateful heart (with a grateful heart)Give thanks to the Holy One (to the Holy One)Give thanks because He's given Jesus Christ, His SonAnd now let the weak say, "I am strong"Let the poor say, "I am richBecause of what the Lord has done for us"And now let the weak say, "I am strong"Let the poor say, "I am rich (I am rich)Because of what the Lord has done for us"Give thanksWe give thanks to YouSource: LyricFindSongwriters: Henry SmithGive Thanks lyrics © Capitol Christian Music GroupSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 12 of a Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus Away)I know we are supposed to love the Lord today and EVERY day, however, there just seems to be that one day from time to time when we just want to declare to God and everyone around. I LOVE YOU! This song fits the bill. That day for me is usually Good Friday - Resurrection Sunday.written by Edwin Hawkins I Love You (Lord Today)Verse 1:I love You, I love You,I love You, Lord, today;because You cared for mein such a special way.That's why I praise You,I lift You up,and I magnify Your name;that's why my heart is filled with praise.Verse 2:My heart, my mind,my soul belongs to You.You paid the price for meway back on Calvary.That's why I praise You,I lift You up,and I magnify Your name;that's why my heart is filled with praise.weSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 11 of a Song a Day (keeps Coronavirus away)The splendor of a King, clothed in majestyLet all the Earth rejoiceAll the Earth rejoiceHe wraps himself in lightAnd darkness tries to hideAnd trembles at His voiceTrembles at His voiceHow great is our God, sing with meHow great is our God, and all will seeHow great, how great is our GodAge to age He standsAnd time is in His handsBeginning and the endThe Godhead Three in OneFather Spirit SonThe Lion and the LambThe Lion and the LambHow great is our God, sing with meHow great is our God, and all will seeHow great, how great is our GodName above all namesWorthy of our praiseMy heart will singHow great is our GodYou're the name above all namesYou are worthy of our praiseAnd my heart will singHow great is our GodHow great is our God, sing with meHow great is our God, and all will seeHow great, how great is our GodHow great is our God, sing with meHow great is our God, and all will seeHow great, how great is our GodThe whole world sings, the whole world singsHow great is our GodHow great is our GodHow great, how great is our GodSource: LyricFindSongwriters: Chris Tomlin / Ed Cash / Jesse ReevesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 10 of a Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away)Bless that wonderful name of JesusBless that wonderful name of the LordBless that wonderful name of JesusNo other name I knowJesus on the mainlineTell Him What you wantJesus on the mainlineTell Him What you wantJesus on the mainline nowCall Him up, call Him upTell Him What you wantCall Him up, call Him upTell Him What you wantCall Him up, call Him upTell Him What you wantJesus on the mainline nowSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 9 of a Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus Away)O magnify the Lord For He is worthy to be praised O magnify the Lord For He is worthy to be praised. Hosanna! Blessed be the rock Blessed be the rock of my salvation Hosanna! Blessed be the rock Blessed be the rock of my salvation Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 8 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away)With my hands lifted upAnd my mouth filled with praiseWith a heart of thanksgivingI will bless thee oh LordI will bless thee oh LordI will bless thee oh LordWith a heart of thanksgivingI will bless thee oh LordWith my hands lifted upAnd my mouth with praiseWith a heart of thanksgivingI will bless thee oh LordI will bless thee oh LordI will bless thee oh LordWith a heart of thanksgivingI will bless thee oh LordSource: MusixmatchSongwriters: Esther WatanabeI Will Bless Thee O Lord lyrics © Dawn Treader MusicSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 7 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away) Learn the story behind the songAmazing grace! How sweet the soundThat saved a wretch like me!I once was lost, but now am found;Was blind, but now I see.’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,And grace my fears relieved;How precious did that grace appearThe hour I first believed!Through many dangers, toils and snares,I have already come;’Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far,And grace will lead me home.The Lord has promised good to me,His Word my hope secures;He will my Shield and Portion be,As long as life endures.Yea, when this flesh and heart shall fail,And mortal life shall cease,I shall possess, within the veil,A life of joy and peace.The earth shall soon dissolve like snow,The sun forbear to shine;But God, Who called me here below,Will be forever mine.When we’ve been there ten thousand years,Bright shining as the sun,We’ve no less days to sing God’s praiseThan when we’d first begun.Words: John Newton (1779) McIntosh, C. M.1831 Arr. E. O. Excell, 1900 Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 6 of A Song a Day (Keeps Cornavirus away)Praise changes our perception of any situation and restores flagging hope and faith. I encourage you to try it today.I love you lordAnd lift my voiceTo worship youOh my soul rejoiceTake joy, my KingIn what you hearAnd let it be a sweetSweet sound in your earREPEATWe exalt theeWe exalt theeWe exalt theeOh LordREPEATSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 5 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away).Sometimes we just have to be still, hide in God's hands and allow Him to be who He is, the Sovereign God.Hide me nowUnder Your wingsCover meWithin Your mighty handWhen the oceans rise and thunders roarI will soar with you above the stormFather, You are King over the floodI will be still and know You are GodHide me nowUnder Your wingsCover meWithin Your mighty handWhen the oceans rise and thunders roarI will soar with you above the stormFather, You are King over the floodI will be still and know You are GodFind rest my soulIn Christ aloneKnow His powerIn quietness and trustWhen the oceans rise and thunders roarI will soar with you above the stormFather, You are King over the floodI will be still and know You are GodWhen the oceans rise and thunders roarI will soar with you above the stormFather, You are King over the floodI will be still and know You are GodSource: MusixmatchSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 4 of A song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away)If we place Jesus in the center of our focus, we won't have to worry. Nothing else will matter.Jesus at the center of it allJesus at the center of it allFrom beginning to the endIt will always be, it's always been YouJesus, JesusNothing else mattersNothing in this world will do'Cause Jesus You're the centerEverything revolves around YouJesus YouAt the center of it allAt the center of it allJesus be the center of my lifeJesus be the center of my lifeFrom beginning to the endIt will always be, it's always been YouJesus, JesusNothing else mattersNothing in this world will do'Cause Jesus You're the centerEverything revolves around YouJesus YouFrom my heart to the HeavensJesus be the centerIt's all about YouYes it's all about YouJesus be the center of Your churchJesus be the center of Your churchAnd every knee will bowAnd every tongue shall confess YouJesus, JesusJesus, JesusJesus, JesusJesus, JesusFrom my heart to the HeavensJesus be the centerIt's all about YouYes it's all about YouIt's all about You, all about You, JesusSource: LyricFindSongwriters: Adam Ranney / Israel Houghton / Micah MasseyJesus at the Centre lyrics © Capitol Christian Music GroupSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 3 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away)Have you tried Him? (I know, I know, that's another song...lol)'Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus,Just to take Him at His WordJust to rest upon His promise,Just to know, "Thus saith the Lord!"Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him!How I've proved Him o'er and o'erJesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!Oh, for grace to trust Him more!I'm so glad I learned to trust Him,Precious Jesus, Savior, FriendAnd I know that He is with me,Will be with me to the end.Oh, how sweet to trust in Jesus,Just to trust His cleansing bloodAnd in simple faith to plunge me'Neath the healing, cleansing flood!Yes, 'tis sweet to trust in Jesus,Just from sin and self to ceaseJust from Jesus simply takingLife and rest, and joy and peace.Source: LyricFindLyrics: Louisa M. R. Stead (circa 1850-1917)Music: William James Kirkpatrick (1838-1921)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 2 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away)Just a reminder that no matter what it looks like, God is in ControlMy Life Is In Your Hands by Kirk FranklinYou don't have to worry and don't you be afraidJoy comes in the morning, troubles they don't last alwaysFor there's a friend in Jesus, who will wipe your tears awayAnd if your heart is broken, just lift your hands and say:I know that I can make itI know that I can standNo matter what may come my wayMy life is in your handsYou don't have to worry and don't you be afraidJoy comes in the morning, troubles they don't last alwaysFor there's a friend in Jesus, who will wipe your tears awayAnd if your heart is broken, just lift your hands and say:I know that I can make itI know that I can standNo matter what may come my wayMy life is in your handsWith Jesus, I can take itWith him, I know I can standNo matter what may come my wayMy life is in your handsSo when the tests and trials, may seem to get you downAnd all your friends and loved ones are nowhere to be foundRemember there's a friend in Jesus, who will wipe your tears awayAnd if your heart is broken, just lift your hands and sayI know that I can make itI know that I can standNo matter what may come my wayMy life is in your handsWith Jesus, I can take itWith him, I know I can standNo matter what may come my wayMy life is in your handsSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)

Day 1 of A Song a Day (Keeps Coronavirus away)A song that I think addresses our current climate. In times like these you need a SaviorIn times like these, you need an anchorBe very sure, be very sureYour anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock!This Rock is Jesus, Yes He's the OneThis Rock is Jesus, the Only OneBe very sure, be very sureYour anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock!In times like these, you need the BibleIn times like these, O be not idleBe very sure, be very sureYour anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock!This Rock is Jesus, Yes He's the OneThis Rock is Jesus, the Only OneBe very sure, be very sureYour anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock!In times like these, I have a SaviorIn times like these, I have an anchorI'm very sure, I'm very sureMy anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock!This Rock is Jesus, Yes He's the OneThis Rock is Jesus, the Only OneBe very sure, be very sureYour anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/upliftingsongs)