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PEOPLE OF LIGHT
CHORUS: FLIP THE SWITCH, TURN ON THE LIGHT.
KEEP THE FLAME BURNING, KEEP THE FLAME BURNING. WE’RE BLAZING STARS,
IN A WORLD OF NIGHT.
KEEP THE FLAME BURNING, KEEP THE FLAME BURNING, WE ARE, WE ARE, THE PEOPLE OF LIGHT.
VERSE 1:
LIKE A MOTH TO A FLAME,
WE ARE ALL DRAWN INTO THE LIGHT,
WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING ANYTHING JUST WANNA FEEL ALIVE WE’RE LOOKING FOR JUST ONE SPARK TO THE HEART
THATS ALL WE NEED TO SURVIVE
OH ITS TIME TO
VERSE 2:
WE ARE IN A WAR FOR OUR SOULS IN THE BATTLE OF OUR LIVES THIS IS NOT A DRILL THIS IS REAL AND ITS TIME TO REALIZE WE JUST GOTTA STAND UP RISE UP JUMP INTO THE FIGHT AND
BRIDGE:
LET THE DARKNESS SCATTER LET THE SHADOWS HIDE
LET OUR FEARS BE SHATTERED THIS IS OUR BATTLE CRY --- END ---
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LIVIN' OUT LOUD
Livin’ Out Loud
Becca Bradley, Nancy Blandford, Rhyan Shirley
11/9/15
V1:
the earth is quaking
saints and sinners waking up
from every house and steeple
the sound of heaven’s people come
Pre:
we won’t fear the rising tide, we have a hope we cannot hide
this love within our lungs can’t be confined
Ch:
We will not be silent. We will be the proof
that the blind will see, the lame will walk and the mountains can be moved
Oh in this sea of voices we won’t be drowned out
‘cause we’re living out loud, livin’ out loud, livin’ out loud
V2:
Like the roaring thunder
all creations crying out
leaving darkness asunder
every lie comes crashing down
Br:
at the trumpets sound
every wall is broken down
and hope is surely found
when we’re living out loud, living out loud, living out loud
like the river rolling
the cry of praise keeps growing
every heart extolling
when we’re living out loud, Livin’ out loud
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NICE TRY
Nice Try
Crista Carnes, Nancy Blandford, Stephen Duncan
Had a target on my back all the way there
Felt the heat and the sting in every stare
No, there’s no days off for the King of Despair
Yeah you had me right where you wanted me
Back to the wall, in my face, you taunted me
Breaking me down to my knees
You little devil, you are so naïve!
CHORUS
Nice try! You woke a sleeping giant
Nice try! I’m ready now to fight ya
Nice try! What you meant to destroy me
It’s bringing down, bringing down, bringing down Heaven’s glory
News flash: Heaven won’t take kindly
To all you’ve done to maim and blind me
Brace yourself, ‘cause the Lion is ready to roar
It’s over, poser. Love’s gonna roll you over
The end has been written so cower and run
The battle may rage but the war has been won
CHORUS
BRIDGE Don’t you mess with me
I am royalty
You know, you know
Winning's in my family tree
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ALIVE
Alive
Nancy Blandford (BMI), Alex Enfiedjian (BMI) - Jan 16, 2016
We’ve been running in circles running on empty
Our calendars packed, buried in busy
We’ve been spinning our wheels as fast as we can
But we’re burning out, ya we’re tired again
So You beckon us back to breathe in your presence
To chew on Your truth, taste of your goodness
As we drink from the well that will never run dry
Weary hearts burst back to life.
We’re alive, alive,
Filled with your Power, your Spirit in ours,
Dry bones are brought to life.
We’re alive, alive,
Called from the grave, stone rolled away,
Dead hearts have been revived
Yeah we’re alive, alive.
We are your saints your servants your soldiers
We’ll go where you lead, we’re following orders
To tell the whole world Your extravagant love
Oh You fill up our lungs and we’re ready to run
We’re alive, alive,
Filled with your Power, your Spirit in ours,
Dry bones are brought to life.
We’re alive, alive,
Called from the grave, stone rolled away,
Dead hearts have been revived
Yeah we’re alive, alive
Limitless love, infinite light, burning like stars through the darkest night
Limitless love, infinite light, burning like stars through the darkest night
We have come Alive!
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BEAUTIFUL ALLEGIANCE
BEAUTIFUL ALLEGIANCE
Nancy Blandford BMI, Rebecca Sehnert ASCAP
VERSE 1:
1 4 5 1
He gave his life up for every man
1 4 5 1
Became the ransom to bear our sins
4 1 5 6m
His body broken, God turned His face
4 5 6m
The sacrificial lamb was slain
4 5 1
The sacrificial lamb was slain
CHORUS:
4 1 4 1
Beautiful Allegiance. Astounding Loyalty.
4 5 6m 4 5sus 5
Mercy & Obedience, the cost of victory
1/3 5/3 6m 5/3 4/3 1sus 1
The precious blood of Jesus, poured out at Calvary.
4 1 4 4 5 1
Beautiful Allegiance. Astounding Loyalty.
VERSE 2:
1 4 5 1
Robed in redemption by grace we’re free
1 4 5 1
Following in, the wake of Mercy’s lead
4 1 5 6m
He goes before us, our sword and shield
4 5 6m
The fearless Lion of Judah fights
4 5 1
The fearless Lion of Judah Fights
VERSE 3:
1 4 5 1
Exalted Savior, God’s Perfect Son
1 4 5 1
Lord God Almighty, the glorious one
4 1 5 6m
Unending praises rise from the earth
4 5 6m
Creation bows before our King
4 5 1
Creation bows before our King.
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CHECK THE MAP
Check the Map Blandford/Collins
VERSE 1:
I’ve never been one to follow directions
The joy in the journey is my only destination
No need to plan, I just hit the open road
Let the wind point the way, away I’ll go
CHORUS:
I’ll check the map when I get there
Run my finger along the path
Take a tour of all my snapshots
Travel log of the best spots
I’ll reminisce, crack a smile, when I look back
Check the map, check the map, when I get there, I’ll check the map
VERSE 2:
I might catch some fireflies or watch a little paint dry
Or dance with a stranger underneath the northern lights
I’ll find adventure, a new discovery
Tomorrow is uncharted, not sure where I’ll be
CHORUS
BRIDGE:
Disconnect, from my GPS
Unwind and leave behind the corporate craziness
CHORUS
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WE BEHOLD YOU
We Behold You
Written by Nancy Blandford, Rebecca Sehnert,
& Kevin Winebarger
Verse 1
You call us out of darkness
Into Your light so marvelous
Drawn by the warmth of Your kindness
Lord, You’re changing us, You’re changing us
Verse 2
There is no condemnation
For we are called Your children
Rescued and liberated
By Your chain breaking love, Your chain breaking love
Chorus
We behold You, saving One
In Your freedom, we come undone
You have made us holy in Your perfect love
We come alive here in Your glory, God
Verse 3
We find our joy in Your presence
Resting in all of Your riches
We can’t help but shout out Your praises
You’re so good to us, so good to us
Bridge
You are so beautiful, so beautiful
You are so wonderful, so wonderful
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JUST STAND
Nancy Blandford, Rebecca Sehnert, Sarah Stankiewicz
VERSE 1
I may not have the courage of a warrior,
But I’m protected by the living God
Any giant that I face, I know He’ll overtake,
He is my strength. (He is my strength)
CHORUS
Stand firm, with the belt of truth around your waist
Stand tall, with the breastplate of righteousness in place
Stand strong, holding onto the shield of faith
After you’ve done everything you can
Just Stand
VERSE 2
So many days I wrestle with temptation
But I have heaven’s army on my side
Flaming arrows all around, and when I stand my ground
He strikes them down (He strikes them down)
CHORUS
BRIDGE
He fights for me, He fights for me
No weapon formed against me will ever win
He fights for me, He fights for me
I'm clothed in His armor and I belong to Him
CHORUS
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WHEN THE WINTER WON'T LET GO
When the Winter Won’t Let Go
Nancy Blandford / Amy Carlock / Jerald Hill
There are seasons in our lives
That linger longer than we'd like
Leaving frost upon our souls
When the winter won't let go
When the bitter cold hangs on
When the ground is hard as stone
Nothing ever seems to grow
When the winter won't let go
Still we know these trying days
Will come and go but our love remains
Hold me close, so safe and warm
We’ll find hope in each other’s arms
There is beauty hidden deep
Waiting for the kiss of spring
Sheltered safe beneath the snow
When the winter won't let go
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SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL
Something Beautiful [G] 4/4 BPM 134
[Nancy Blandford, Amanda Blankenship, Ben Calhoun, Jarred Lawson]
Romans 5
Verse 1
I’m standing where I never thought I’d stand
My life is not exactly what I’d planned
Surprised at how You brought me back to life
And how my fears have gone without a fight
PreChorus1
Looking back I’m humbled just to see
That You have always been so good to me so…
Chorus
I surrender all to you
For my freedom is in you
Every beat of my heart
Every burden
Every scar
Take it all
‘Cause this is what I know
You make it something beautiful
Verse 2
And I will follow anywhere You lead
Even when I can’t see I’ll believe
PreChorus2
That I am here exactly as You planned
No matter what I’m safe here in Your hands so…
Chorus
Bridge
Oh what amazing grace
That you would take my place
That you would make a way
And all I have to say is
I surrender all to you
Just as I am, Just as I am
Chorus
Tag
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BOOK ME A ROOM
Book Me a Room Nancy Blandford & Mitch Collins
VERSE 1
My Father’s house, has lots and lots of space
Don't need a lease, the rent’s paid up by grace
The door’s wide open, don’t even need a key (where love ones wait for me)
‘cuz Jesus, is expecting me…
CHORUS:
Book me a room, leave on the light,
I’m coming home to paradise
Book me a room, open the gates
Heaven is where my glory waits, book me a room.
VERSE 2
My one room shack on this earth, ain’t worth much
But I’ve been blessed with a roof and a woman’s touch
So when I die I will have no regrets
Jesus, just don’t forget...
CHORUS
VERSE 3
The Kingdom’s windows will have a perfect view
Hope I see my old dog Red, and my grandma too
Maybe she’ll be baking her famous shoofly pie
Jesus, I’ll be coming by…
CHORUS
BRIDGE
There’s open invitation for those who believe
So I know there’s a reservation just for me,
CHORUS
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TAG YOU'RE IT
Tag You’re It
Girl, so you know, I like to play
I am the kind of guy who loves the chase
I’ve been looking out, for someone fun
Ready, set, go, get your game on, let’s run
I’m supersonic, gonna get you, yeah I’m comin’
Closing the gap with every kick
Anticipating the moves you’re makin’, I ain’t gonna miss
Your lips, with my kiss, just like this, tag, you’re it
Boy, so you know, I hit the brakes
Cuz’ getting caught by you has made my day
Now it’s my turn and I play for keeps
On your mark, let’s start, on the count of three, 1, 2, 3..
Hide and seek, I found you,
Simon says,make your move,
Duck, duck, duck...you’re the one I choose
©2017 Nancy Blandford & Mitch Collins
mitchcollinssongs@gmail.com
423-504-4879
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THE LORD IS BY MY SIDE
THE LORD IS BY MY SIDE Nancy Blandford, Rebecca Sehnert, Sarah Stankiewicz
Verse 1
We’ve all fallen, been knocked to the ground
It’s hard to look up, when your face is turned down
So many questions, it’s easy to doubt
When all around, the world is crying out
PC:
(Where), Where is the Lord, Your God?
(Where), Where is the Lord, Your God?
Chorus
The Lord is by my side, when I stumble in the darkness,
He is my light, though enemies may taunt me
In the end I’ll rise, I know that I will rise
The Lord is by my side.
Verse 2
I’ve a promise, I know there is hope
The Lord loves and guards me, even though I fall short
He will defend me and right all my wrongs
never once left, been here all along
PC:
So, Where (Where) is the Lord, My God?
(Where), Where is the Lord, My God?
Chorus
The Lord is by my side, when I stumble in the darkness,
He is my light, though enemies may taunt me
In the end I’ll rise, I know that I will rise
The Lord is by my side.
Bridge
If I soar on the wings of the dawn
Or settle on the far side of the sea
Even then, Everywhere, His love is guiding me
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CRAZY LIFE
Crazy Life
Nancy Blandford, Rachel Barrentine, Sarah Stankiewicz
VERSE 1
I broke a plate
Oh ain’t that great
A million pieces on the floor
Can't find my keys
Where could they be?
I'm just tryin' to get out that door
PC1
You see
I'm cranky
And adore me anyway...
CHORUS
You're the glue that holds me together
You're my sunshine in wintery weather
You're my comfy cozy sweater
You're my red hot chili pepper
Oh I love love love this crazy life with you
VERSE 3
As the day ends,
When I am spent
And the kids are running amuck
You take my hand
Ask me to dance
And whisper that you still love us
PC2
You see
I'm stressing
And adore me anyway
BRIDGE
Through the good and the bad
Through happy and sad
Through rich and often poor
If you're fit or you're flabby
I'll love you madly
'Cuz baby I'm all yours
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ONE TOUCH
ONE TOUCH
Nancy Blandford, Amy Carlock
VERSE 1:
His hands, weathered and calloused
are the same hands that hold the universe in balance
His hands, gentle and reaching
Are the same hands that own the power of healing
CHORUS:
One touch, and the lame walk and the blind see
One touch, made the deaf hear and the leper clean
Just one touch, I was dead when He raised me
There’s so much love, in His one touch
VERSE 2:
His hands, tear stained and trembling
Are the same hands that prayed “Father, I am willing”
His hands, stretched out and bleeding
Are the same hands that took the nails and bought our freedom
BRIDGE:
I have never seen His palms or placed my fingers in His scars
But even though I have not seen I am blessed cause I believe, yes, I believe
Nancy Blandford 231-675-6892 nancy@builtindesign.net
Amy Carlock 423-280-2097 eacarlock@gmail.com
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CAN'T STOP SINGING YOUR NAME
Can’t Stop Singing Your Name
Nancy Blandford, Rebecca Sehnert, Sarah Stankiewicz
VERSE 1
Here we stand with a song in our lungs
It’s erupting from within
As the music rolls off of our tongues
We lift high, the Great I AM
VERSE 2
Oh the joy, we are fully alive
Resurrected from the grave
We’re a symphony of new life
Hear the anthem that we raise
CHORUS
Jesus marvelous name
So worthy of highest praise
Heartbeats echo Your fame
And we can’t stop singing Your name
Jesus, can’t stop singing Your name
VERSE 3
With the angels and all of the saints
We will join in heaven’s roar
To the name that’s above every name
Let our adoration soar
CHORUS
BRIDGE
We shout it louder, Jesus, Jesus
The darkness now cowers, Jesus, Jesus
There’s so much power, Jesus, Jesus
The Name above all names
CHORUS
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WHAT MY GOD CAN DO
WHAT MY GOD CAN DO
Nancy Blandford, Amy Carlock
VERSE 1
I was left abandoned, all alone
I had let my heart grow cold as stone
My soul deeply longed for something more
When I heard You knocking at my door
CHORUS
You reached down, saved me from the depths of my sin
Picked me up, led me out of the grave I was in
You gave me heaven now, made me brand new
I’m walking, talking, living, breathing proof of what my God can do
VERSE 2
You hold me like a fragile butterfly
Paint my nights with diamonds in the sky
Of all creation’s wonders great and small
I’m humbled by Your greatest work of all
BRIDGE
Creator of the universe
Author of the living word
Ruler of heaven, Savior of earth
There is nothing You can’t do
No, there’s nothing You can not do
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THE SHEPHERD'S GOT MY BACK
Nancy Blandford, Rebecca Sehnert, Sarah Stankiewicz
Vs 1
O the valley ?It ain’t kind ?And the shadows I walk through ?Ain’t friends of mine ?But there’s a promise ?A trusted hope ?So nonetheless
It is well with my soul
C?So I sing to the shadows ?I am not afraid ?My help comes from the Maker ?And the Maker knows my name ?And I shout to the valley ?There is nothing that I lack ?For the Lord is my Shepherd ?And The Shepherd’s got my back
Vs 2
O the sunshine
Breakin’ through
Pushin’ back the darkness
That clouds my view
Now I’m dancin’
What sweet release
Cuz Amazing Grace
Has got ahold of me
BRIDGE:
Surely goodness and love will follow me
All the days of my life
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SO HELP ME
So Help Me God
Nancy Blandford, Amy Carlock, Mitch Collins
VERSE:
Hey, Mr Smooth Talker, stop charming my soul, flirting with my mind
Whispered temptations, forbidden fruit, promising delight
Hey, Mr Dream Crusher, stop smashing my hopes, trampling on my heart
All my tomorrows, shattered like glass, ground to broken shards
PRE CHORUS:
I’m barely breathing, Somehow I’ll beat them, yeah I’ll defeat them,
I may bend but I won’t give in
CHORUS:
So help me God I swear, I’m done listening to all they’re dishin’
I’m not buying those lies, sayonara, bye-bye,
Cause I want the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth
So help me, So help me God.
VERSE 2
Hey, Mr Hoodwinker, stop waggin’ your tongue, white washing the facts
Cons and deception, blurring the lines, a minefield full of traps
BRIDGE:
All these villains and voices in my head
Lookin’ for a victim but they found me instead
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HOLD ON TO HOPE
Hold on to Hope
Nancy Blandford, Rebecca Sehnert, Sarah Stankiewicz
VERSE 1
I’m crying out to You, oh help me God
I don’t even know what to say
None of this makes sense, my world is shaken
Gotta make it through one more day
PRE CHORUS
Yet no matter what I feel, I will always choose to…
CHORUS
Hold on to Hope, for however long it takes
Hold on to Hope, in the anguish and the heartbreak
I’m praying for a miracle, and praising while I wait
I’ll just hold on… hold on to Hope
VERSE 2
Even though I ask You, “Why this suffering?”
I’m clinging to Your promises
I will trust You when there’s no good answer
My comfort is Your faithfulness
PRE CHORUS
Yet no matter what may come, I will always choose to…
CHORUS
Hold on to Hope, for however long it takes
Hold on to Hope, in the anguish and the heartbreak
I’m praying for a miracle, and praising while I wait
I’ll just hold on… hold on to Hope
BRIDGE:
What we see is but a vapor, here today, gone tomorrow
So I’ll fix my eyes on what I can’t see, eternity
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CHEMISTRY
BLAME IT ON THE CHEMISTRY
N. Blandford/A. Carlock/M. Collins
VERSE 1
You are electric, I am a wire,
The current that runs through my veins
I am a candle, you are the fire
The oxygen feeding my flame
CHORUS
Irresistible raw attraction
Unstoppable chain reaction
Baby, you and me, wrapped in a mystery of reckless intensity
Blame it, blame it on the chemistry
VERSE 2
You’re a love potion, I can’t resist
One sip is never enough
I am the passion burns on your lips
You keep turning me up
BRIDGE
A magnetic combination too strong to pull apart
An organic, no explanation, equation of two hearts
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COME SEE FOR YOURSELF
Come and See for Yourself
Nancy Blandford, Jerald Hill, Sarah Stankiewicz
VS1
John and his disciples, stood by the river slope
When they saw the Messiah coming, their hearts were filled with hope
Curious and eager they asked where Jesus stayed
His answer was “come and see” then he led the way
VS2
They marveled at His teaching, heard His words of truth,
Saw miracles and wonders, they had to share the news
Earnestly they cried out, “People don’t delay!
This is your chance, come and see, there’s no day like today.”
CHORUS
Come see for yourself, the one true Savior
He’s power, He’s love, there’s no one greater
He already knows you, calls you by name
Come see for yourself, your life will be changed
VS 3
If you need a Savior, He can save your life
Let me tell you, brother, I’ll stand and testify
He’s the way to freedom, just take a step, believe
Now is the time, come and see, Oh He is all You need
BRIDGE
Hallelujah! What a Savior!
Hallelujah! What a friend! --- END ---
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SHE'S MY CHRISTMAS LIST
She’s My Christmas List
Nancy Blandford, Amy Carlock, Mitch Collins
VERSE 1
Dear Santa, do you remember all those crazy things
I’ve had on my Christmas lists, that you did not bring
Like that classic ‘67 convertible corvette
Or a private island of my own, where I land on my Learjet
Now Santa, this year I’m begging, please don’t let me down
Cuz I’ve met the woman of my dreams she’s all I think about
CHORUS
She’s the jingle, jingle, jingling, ringing my bell
Yeah, the tingle, tingle, tingling, I need this Noel
So while you’re out Chris Kringling, don’t forget my wish
She’s the only thing I want, she’s my Christmas list
VERSE 2
I know you cannot leave her under my tree
Maybe she’s been asking for a country boy like me
Please use your Santa magic before ho, ho, hoing, home
I don’t wanna be all by myself beneath the mistletoe
Santa come Christmas morning, I don’t know what's in store
But I hope I hear her knock, knock, knocking, knocking at my door
CHORUS
She’s the jingle, jingle, jingling, ringing my bell
Yeah, the tingle, tingle, tingling, I need this Noel
So while you’re out Chris Kringling, don’t forget my wish
She’s the only thing I want, she’s my Christmas list
BRIDGE
I wake up to the sound of reindeer on my roof
I run down, all I find, a brand new pair of boots.
To my surprise,tucked inside, I find her Christmas list.
On every line, my name is all that’s written down on it.
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REST
Rest
Nancy Blandford, Sarah Stankiewicz, Cole Tague
VS1
The hands of time are clutching at my chest
And they squeeze, squeeze, squeeze, till there’s nothing left
I can’t see straight. I don’t know where to look
I can’t give up, but I wish I could
VS2
My thoughts erupt, with never ending lists
As I check, check, check, things keep getting missed
I can’t live up, and I never will
But You show up and tell me to be still
CHORUS
Hit pause, reset,
It’s time to catch my breath,
Find peace, refresh,
With You, I find my rest.
VS3
I’ve found my stride, when You took the lead
Now I rise, rise, rise, to Your victory
In everything, You are all I see
You are all I breathe, You are all I need
V4
And even if I fall apart again
And then I fall again I know I’m gonna win
Cause you’re everything, You are all I see
You are all I breathe, You are all I need
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SURRENDER IS MY VICTORY
Surrender is My Victory
Nancy Blandford, Laura Dickey, Sarah Stankiewicz, Cole Tague
VERSE 1
Back and forth
Like a tug-of-war
Hold on tight
Then yank it right back
VERSE 2
Feel the burn
Pull a little more
No control
Yet I tighten my grip
I think I might slip
Don’t think I can hold on any longer
CHORUS
Let go, Give in
Lay down, to stand again
God, You know what’s best for me
Surrender is my victory
VERSE 3
Now I know
That we’re on the same page
When I mess up
(wait What’s my line?)
Then i’ll bring it right back
Don’t think twice just hold on a bit longer
BRIDGE
Just like a game, I want to win
But winning means I’m giving in
And giving in, means trusting You
So I trust you
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HE PAID THE COST
Paid the Cost
Nancy Blandford, Chris Clayton, Russ Parrish, Sarah Stankiewicz
Vs 1
A crushing debt I could not pay
My sin so vile, I was wrecked by shame
The chasm was wide, yet He found me
He bought my freedom at Calvary
Chorus:
Paid in full, with His blood
It is finished, Love has won
Every sin nailed to the cross
Once and for all, He paid the cost
Vs 2
No more a slave to what I’ve done
Forever free, new life’s begun
It’s not by works that I am saved
But by His power, His endless grace
Bridge:
He chose to die, at my expense
So I’ll choose to live, Only for Him x2
Vs 3
So when I shed my earthly flesh
My soul released, I’ll be home at last
Hell lost its power, death lost its sting
Christ is my vict’ry, Christ is my King --- END ---
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THE CRAFTSMAN
The Craftsman
Nancy Blandford, Rebecca Sehnert, Sarah Stankiewicz
VERSE 1
The table saw is silent
The craftsman has gone home
I still can see him smiling
As he chiseled and he honed
He left his favorite hammer
On the workbench by the door
By trade he was a carpenter
But he worked on so much more
CHORUS
A life of building patience, a heart that modeled grace
His blueprint was the Bible, and the love of God, his strength
He always sought the Master in each and every task
And I learned from the craftsman, that what’s built for heaven lasts
VERSE 2
His hands were rough and calloused
And skilled to make wood shine
So obvious his talent
Yet he stayed meek and kind
His time on earth seemed measured
By the heirlooms that he made
But he was crafting treasures
That he knew would never fade
BRIDGE
As he stood before the Father
Overwhelmed by perfect love
I know he heard those precious words
Well done, my faithful son
Well done... He lived...
nancy@builtindeign.net 231-675-6892 --- END ---
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THUNDER IN THE DESERT
THUNDER IN THE DESERT
Nancy Blandford, Amy Carlock, Shirley Nagel
VERSE 1:
John was a voice crying in the wilderness
Like thunder announcing the rain
He boldly proclaimed, Prepare Ye the way,
For the One who is mighty to save!
CHORUS:
Do you want to be the thunder in the desert?
Just like John, do ya wanna point the way?
We are called to Testify,
This Barren Land can be revived
Do you want to be the thunder in the desert today?
VERSE 2:
We are a voice calling in our wilderness
Come drink from the fountain of grace
We boldly proclaim, Our Lord is the way
He’s the One who is mighty to save
BRIDGE
See the lightning flash,
Hear the thunder crash
The world is gonna feel it when we rumble
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WORKIN' FOR MY LORD
Workin’ For My Lord
Nancy Blandford & Shirley Nagel
VERSE 1
I work for the night is coming
When man shall work no more
I keep my hand upon the plow
Cause I’m workin’ for my Lord
VERSE 2
I work for the promised harvest
I’ll gladly do my part
Each day I try to do my best
Cause I’m working for my Lord...Oh yes
CHORUS
I’m workin’ for my Lord, sowing seeds of truth
Everywhere I set my feet, I’m sharing God’s good news
I’m not chasing worldly gain, heaven holds my reward
Cause Jesus is my Master and I’m working for my Lord
VERSE 3
I work for my Savior’s glory
My time on earth is short
But I’ll boldly wave His banner high
Cause I’m working for my Lord...Oh yes
CHORUS
BRIDGE/MOD
Though I may not see the yield
It’s my job to tend the field
There’s kingdom work to do
But the laborers are few...so I’m
CHORUS/TAG
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THE WONDER
The Wonder Of It All
Nancy Blandford, Mark Kimmel, Ed Stivers
V1
The house is decorated
A feast is on the stove
Momma’s wrapped the presents
Pretty ribbons, dainty bows
The family has all gathered
Singing carols and old hymns
Daddy’d read the gospel story
Peace on earth, goodwill to men
CH
Oh the wonder of it all
The wonder of it all
This tiny baby born in Bethlehem
Oh the wonder of it all
Grace became so small
Heaven’s Child became
The Wonder Of It All
V2
The Lord of all creation
Sleeping in the hay
The hope of all the nations
Drew His first breath on that day
No had expected
Every heartbeat of this child
Would beat with God’s own mercy
His love so meek and mild
BR
A gift beyond all measure
The Father’s perfect son
The fullness of His glory in
A bundled little One
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I CAN'T WAIT FOR CHRISTMAS
I Can’t Wait for Christmas (Christmas Everywhere)
Rachel Barrentine, Nancy Blandford, Sarah Stankiewicz
Vs 1
Crackling fires and hot cocoa
Kisses ‘neath the mistletoe
Oh, I can’t wait for Christmas
Scent of pine trees, homemade pie
Windows full of candle light
Oh, I can’t wait for Christmas
Chorus
Counting down the days
Magic fills the air
Hear the laughter, feel the cheer
Families on their way
Homes are lit with love
It’s Christmas everywhere
Vs 2
Snowy sidewalks, silver bells
Santa and his happy elves
Oh, I can’t wait for Christmas
Children snugglin’, lights turned low
Listening for that “ho, ho, ho”
Oh, I can’t wait for Christmas
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IT'S CHRISTMAS EVERYWHERE
It’s Christmas Everywhere
Rachel Barrentine, Nancy Blandford, Sarah Stankiewicz
Vs 1
Crackling fires and mistletoe
Cider bubbling on the stove
Oh, I can’t wait for Christmas
Scent of pine trees, homemade pie
Windows full of candlelight
Oh, I can’t wait for Christmas
Chorus
Counting down the days
Magic fills the air
Hear the laughter, feel the cheer
Families on their way
Homes are lit with love
It’s Christmas everywhere
Vs 2
Frosty sidewalks, silver bells
Santa and his happy elves
It’s almost time for Christmas
Children snugglin’, lights turned low
Listening for that “ho, ho, ho”
It’s almost time for Christmas --- END ---
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IT TOOK A CROSS
IT TOOK A CROSS
Nancy Blandford, Kerry Buck, Shirley Nagel
VERSE 1
A mother’s eyes were filled with tears
She had held His hand for years
But His hands are held by rusty nails today
Why didn’t He resist?
Did it have to end to this?
Couldn’t there have been another way?
CHORUS
It took a cross to crucify my Savior
It took a cross to change the course of time
A rough and rugged tree held heaven’s perfect King
To make a way for you and me it took a cross
VERSE 2
The Father knew this day would come
When He’d offer up His Son
In a scene so cruel He’d turn His face away
But to pay sin’s awful price
Would demand a sacrifice
That Christ, the spotless Lamb, would have to pay
BRIDGE
Lifted up just like the prophets said
Pierced for me, the one who should have been condemned
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JUST LIKE JESUS
Just Like Jesus
Nancy Blandford, Rebecca Sehnert, Sarah Stankiewicz
Vs 1
My Jesus, looked upon the crowd
Deeply moved with compassion
His mercy poured out
To the hopeless and hurting
To the weary and lost
My Savior, He saw it all
Vs 2
My Jesus, knelt down in the dirt
Humbly washed the feet of sinners
He taught how to serve
All the orphans and widows,
Every neighbor and friend
My Savior, His love knew no end
CHORUS
So let me love like He loves
See as He sees us
Oh help me walk and talk and move and breathe
Live each moment faithfully
I want to be, I want to be, just like Jesus
VS3
My Jesus, left the ninety-nine
Fiercely chased down this rebel
Said “This one is mine”
Oh the ultimate kindness
The favor of His touch
My Shepherd,He lifted me up
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ALL IN GOD'S TIME
ALL IN GOD’S TIME
Nancy Blandford, Diana Blum, Shirley Nagel
VERSE 1
Fear of the future
Regrets of the past
So much unknown
How long will this last?
But I’m waiting
Growing
Trusting
Knowing that it’s all in God’s time.
CHORUS
All in God’s Time
All in God’s Time
Jehovah Jireh, the Lord will provide
Yes, it’s all in God’s time.
VERSE 2
Here in this moment
He’s working His plan
No need to doubt
He’s holding my hand
While I’m waiting
Growing
Trusting
Knowing that it’s all in God’s time
CHORUS
All in God’s Time
All in God’s Time
Jehovah Jireh, the Lord will provide
Yes, It’s all in God’s time.
BRIDGE/MOD
My God’s always faithful
In all of His ways
He’s never early,
Never late
CHORUS --- END ---
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WEIGHTLESS
WEIGHTLESS
Nancy Blandford, Shirley Nagel, Sarah Stankiewicz
VERSE 1
Clouded by uncertainty
Can’t escape reality
Anxious thoughts are pulling me down
You hear me as I’m crying out
VERSE 2
I struggle even though I know
You’re the One who’s in control
Show me how to let it go
And live
CHORUS
Weightless, floating free
Untethered, no gravity
You’re all that carries me
I am weightless
VERSE 3
Lifted from the lowest depths
Lifted by Your very breath
Up to heights I’ve never been
Now I’m
CHORUS
BRIDGE
Take me higher, and higher and higher
I want to soar
Higher, and higher and higher
CHORUS
Nancy Blandford; blandfordnancy@gmail.com; 231.675.6892 --- END ---
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SHOWING ME
Showing Me
Nancy Blandford, Cole Tague, Sarah Stankiewicz
Verse 1
There’s love that goes beyond the stain of sin
Love that goes much deeper than the secrets held within
Love that would embrace me as I am
Is greater than the stench of every place that I have been
PC
You have every right to boast but You won’t
So I’ll boast for You
Chorus
God rolled back death like a stone
When He rose
No greater love has ever been shown
And You keep on showing me
Your love goes on and on and all along
You keep on showing me
You keep on showing me
Verse 2
There’s love that goes beyond a burden bared
Love that’s standing stronger than the sinner you have spared
Love that would replace me as I am
There’s love that bore a lion from a sacrificial lamb
Bridge
The cross says that we are loved
The tomb shows that we’re alive
Your spirit proves You’ve never left our side
Oh, we can’t deny (last time)
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MORE TO YOU
More To You
Alisen Wells, Cole Tague, Nancy Blandford
VERSE 1
To think the thought of you would be enough to keep me going
But going was good enough for you
I guess that all this time I missed the signs that you were showing
It’s showing how much I played the fool
PRE-CHORUS
If you left cause there’s less of me
It’s cause I gave
CHORUS
More to you
With all the time spent
I thought that I meant
More to you
With all that I’ve spent
I wish that I meant
More to you x2
VERSE 2
I hope you think I’m swimming, but I’m drowning in a thought, babe
I thought, babe, you’d pull me from the deep
But now my heart is filling with the weight of this regret, babe
Regretting, that you made me believe
PRE-CHORUS
That you left cause there’s less of me
It’s cause I gave
BRIDGE
Just trying to find us, I couldn’t remind us
Of love ever after, cause I’m just an after, afterthought
And I thought you would want me, that I meant
Something, anything (more to you)
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ALL THAT GLITTERS
ALL THAT GLITTERS
Nancy Blandford BMI 550392432, Amy Carlock BMI 00239687714, Kathy Kay Wallace
V1
Wished he’d turned to Jesus to help him find his way back
After wastin’ his life chasin’ things, he thought he had to have
The shimmer and sparkle lured him down an empty path
And he found out the hard way that shiny doesn’t last
CHORUS
All That Glitters is not gold
Smoke and mirrors led him far away from home
Denied himself nothing, left everything behind
Walked away from family just to feed his foolish pride
One day he woke up cold and all alone
And realized All That Glitters is not gold
V2
Dancin’ with his demons, He was putin’ on a show
Running fast pace in a losing race, tired and feeling old
All his fame and fortune can’t buy back what the devil stole
Riches don’t mean nothin’ when there’s tarnish on your soul
CHORUS
All That Glitters is not gold
Smoke and mirrors led him far away from home
Denied himself nothing, left everything behind
Walked away from family just to feed his foolish pride
One day he woke up cold and all alone
And realized All That Glitters is not gold
BRIDGE
Every mistake, every wrong turn
Every hard lesson that he had to learn
LAST CHORUS
All That Glitters is not gold
Smoke and mirrors led him far away from home
Denied himself nothing, left everything behind
Walked away from family just to feed his foolish pride
Today he woke up tired of being alone
And realized All That Glitters is not gold
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