House Church Talk - Whatcha singing lately?

[Scott Dowlen]

David, thanks for posting those lyrics and your prayer.  I couldn't agree
more.

I've never been a huge fan of country music in general, but I grew up loving
Bluegrass.  I guess because my grandparents and great-grandparents on both
sides of my family were musically gifted in guitar, fiddle, harmonica, and
some other instruments.  It was so good when family got together in my early
youth and the music started.

The thing about Bluegrass is how much of it is music of faith and hope and
dependence on God.  I just hear the sweet strains of my Great-Grandpa Brown
playing his fiddle on his 70th wedding anniversary. He didn't make it to the
72nd, but Grandma Brown lived on for quite a few years beyond that.  Similar
story on my mom's side of the family - Great-Grandpa Scott playing his
guitar and harmonica with such energy and joy in his 90's.  Sweet, sweet
memories.  And a legacy to pass on to my kids - a love of music; joy and
passion in singing about (and to) God!!

Singing to the Lord!!
Scott


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>     There Is A Reason
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> I've seen hard times and I've been told
> There isn't any wonder that I fall
> Why do we suffer, crossing off the years
> There must be a reason for it all
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> I've trusted in You, Jesus, to save me from my sin
> Heaven is the place I call my home
> But I keep on getting caught up in this world I'm living in
> And Your voice it sometimes fades before I know
>
> Hurtin' brings my heart to You, crying with my need
> Depending on Your love to carry me
> The love that shed His blood for all the world to see
> This must be the reason for it all
>
>        (Pause here for incredible dobro and guitar work.)
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> Hurtin' brings my heart to You, a fortress in the storm
> When what I wrap my heart around is gone
> I give my heart so easily to the ruler of this world
> When the one who loves me most will give me all
>
> In all the things that cause me pain You give me eyes to see
> I do believe but help my unbelief
> I've seen hard times and I've been told
> There is a reason for it all
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>    Almighty God,
>
> Thank you for those courageous ones who use their gifts for
> you - outside
> of the church's walls. Bless them and keep them pure.
>
>    In Jesus' name, Amen.
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>