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Some years ago I wrote a version of 'The Lord's Prayer" on the guitar. I have now updated the tune using Ai at Suno.com. OUR FATHER ©Don Stott 2025
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Some years ago I wrote a number of songs with tunes on the guitar. I have now taken the lyrics and added Ai backing tracks. I have the rights to these songs and I request that you ask permission if you are going to use them. The lyrics are in the Songs and Stories section of Eliab.com. You can contact me via email [email protected]
A Seat of Grace - lyrics are in this Eliab Blog below This reflection was read as an introduction to the congregation singing the hymn "Jesus what a beautiful name". I wrote the words and then later added the spoken 'semi-rap' version which may be of interest to others. Spoken Reflection: Jesus, What a Beautiful Name Jesus—what a beautiful name. Not just for the melody it carries, but for the mercy it holds. It’s the name that breaks through darkness, That whispers peace into chaos, That lifts the weary and restores the broken. His name is freedom. Not the kind the world gives and takes away, But the kind that sets captives free-- From shame, from fear, from the weight of our past. Jesus—what a beautiful name. He bore our sorrow, yet He brings us joy. He carried our shame, yet He crowns us with grace. He walked to the cross, and walked out the grave bringing hope to the faithful followers. There is no other name like His. No other name that calms the storm, That heals the wound, That speaks love so deep it silences every lie. So we speak His name-- Not as a ritual, but as a refuge. Not as a habit, but as a hope. Jesus. Beautiful. Powerful. Faithful. And in that name, we find our lasting peace. ©Don Stott, Eliab.com
This is the traditional music of Go Tell it on the Mountain with new words in the verses. The music is public domain.
The music in the verses is repeated with the last note in the second line of each verse staying on the same note instead of going up. The words are based on the Bible passage from Acts 14 with the call to share the Good News about Jesus. (Chorus) Go tell it on the mountain, over the hills and everywhere, Go tell it on the mountain That Jesus Christ is Lord! From Antioch they journeyed with fasting, prayer, and grace, The Spirit sent them forward to every tribe and place. With courage born of heaven, their mission clear and true- They told of Christ the Saviour , and we are called there too! Chorus- Go tell it on the mountain... They preached the word with boldness, though some refused to hear, Still many hearts were opened, and joy replaced their fear. They carried hope unshaken, God's word like flame unfurled- And now we bear the calling, to share it through the world. Chorus- This mission stands before us, together bold we stand- To spread His love and mercy and follow His command. So let us speak with purpose, and live the truth we sing, Proclaiming hope and mercy, found only in our King. Chorus- © words Don Stott, Eliab.com Who Touched Me? – A monologue
The woman who touched Jesus cloak ( Mark 5:21-43, Matt.9:20-22,Luke 8:43-48) The lady stood near the edge of the large crowd. People had come from everywhere just to see “The Teacher, Jesus”. The lady hesitated a moment and then she quickly covered her face with her scarf and moved forward into the pack of people. For twelve long years this woman had been very sick. Once she’d had money, friends and family close by but now all her money was spent on seeking cures from many doctors to try and make her well but still each day she felt worse! When she had woken up this morning the woman knew what she had to do. She had heard of Jesus. The whole village had been talking about Jesus’ teaching, healing and what had happened across the lake. Now was the moment! With her head down she pushed forward through the lively crowd. Her heart was racing and her mind was fixed on one thing. ‘If only, if only I can touch Jesus’ clothes I will be healed!’ Closer, closer, now behind where Jesus was standing. Many people were now pressing in all around him. She lowered her arm and reached her hand past the bodies before her towards the edge ( hem) of Jesus cloak. A final push and then.. Time seemed to stop. Immediately, the woman felt something! Changed …now healing, relief, peace. But then, Jesus turned suddenly and declared. “Who touched my clothes?” His friends beside him called out “look around you Master. This crowd is huge! Everyone wants to be near you and to hear you”. Jesus stood still and kept looking from side to side. The woman now faced Jesus and she cautiously came forward. She looked up into Jesus eyes and then fell forward onto her knees shaking with fear. So many emotions flooded her thoughts. Would people recognise her? She had crossed many boundaries just to be there that day. Is this real? Then she spoke with a faltering voice. “Teacher, it was me! I touched you. Jesus looked straight at her and then clearly said to everyone. “Daughter, your faith has healed you! Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.!” Healing, relief, and now acceptance… And this wasn’t the end of the healing miracles that day. We don’t know the name of this lady healed in the crowd or what happened to her next but no doubt her life was changed that moment. The woman showed great faith in trusting Jesus to heal her. What do you need to reach out in prayer to Jesus for today? Healing, forgiveness, peace, acceptance? © Don Stott, Eliab.com 2025 https://www.eliab.com/fathers-day-for-jairus.html Keep the faith, no need to fear, Jesus' love is always near. Reach for him, He'll show the way, Guiding every single day. Keep the faith, no need to fear, Jesus' love is always near! (Chant with action at the end of each line or sing to the tune of “Twinkle, twinkle Little Star”)no need to fear, lo is always near. Rfor him, He'll show the way, Guiding every single day. Keep the faith, no need to fear, Jesus' love is always near. Reach for him, He'll show the way, Guiding every single day. The following poem/song/chant followed a children's talk in a church service. The congregation joined the refrain in bold. It was accompanied by actions for WALK, PRAY, and LISTEN.
The Bible readings for the Service were :2 Timothy 1:1-6, Matthew 9:35-37 A Heart for the Lost (Verse 1) Jesus saw people, lost, lonely and weak, He didn’t just talk, He went out to seek. He showed them love, no matter the cost, So He walked and prayed and listened, Walked and prayed and listened. (Verse 2) Timothy learned from his mum and his grandma too, Both strong in the faith, passed it on and it grew. They cared and shared and soon it spread So he walked and prayed and listened, Timothy walked and prayed and listened. (Verse 3) Paul told Timothy, “Don’t be afraid, We’ve Good News to share. It must be relayed. They worked to impart, their purpose was clear, So they walked and prayed and listened, They walked and prayed and listened. (Verse 4) Jesus said, 'The harvest is ripe, but the workers are few', We’re all called to serve and share what is true. Outreach for the lost, that’s the heart of our Mission Now walk and pray and listen. Come, walk, pray and listen. © Don Stott , Eliab.com .O behold upon the infant brow,
The King of Kings, so humble now. No golden crown, no palace grand Just lowly straw in a manger stand. Yet in this child all glory dwells Our hope for all, Emmanuel! The face of God in human frame His many gifts for our shame He stoops to meet our broken hearts And from this cradle grace imparts. O holy child, we lift our praise Your light will shine through all our days! So as I ponder manger's glow The wonder deep, the truth we know. God's love came down, no price too steep A Gift of life, so pure, so sweet. Forever blessed on whom we gaze Emmanuel, we stand amazed! © Don Stott Eliab.com - Christmas Eve 2024 Holy Hallelujah!
Lyrics: Don Stott (based on the Bible story, “The Rich Young Ruler”-Mark 10:17-21) Tune: ‘Hallelujah’ - written by Leonard Cohen@Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC 1. A man asked “Teacher, what should I do? I seek eternal life that’s true. He’d kept God’s laws, but something was still wanting. The Lord replied, “leave all behind Give to the poor and show you’re kind Then follow me and find your hallelujah!” Hallelujah x 4 2. The ruler turned aside, his heart was torn His love of means made him forlorn Now count the cost, stay close by Jesus side For treasures here will fade away While hope and love is sure to stay Praise God in heaven, holy hallelujah! Hallelujah x 4 3. The message here for you and me Is love the Lord wholeheartedly God’s kingdom can’t be bought with worldly wealth So, what’s worth more, your stuff or soul? Come seek Christ, he’ll make you whole Rejoice, give thanks, praise God, hallelujah! Hallelujah x 8 (Don Stott - Eliab.com October 9 2024) The background for this poem is Matthew 1:18-25 .
It was used as part of a sermon on this passage and was read with an improvised piano backing. The Carpenter's Cradle Timber now fashioned, and rough sanded down With piles of fresh shavings strewn on the ground. The carpenter ponders each joint and straight edge Puts down his tools upon the work ledge. Now things to consider, Jo turns to his chore. With his dream, does it mean that God wants much more? The angel commanded him,"Mary must stay". It's now clear his fear shouldn't stand in their way. With each hammer and join, things start to take shape He's resolved to move forward, he can't hesitate. Shifting his stool, he then starts to plane. Sometimes it's hard to go 'gainst the grain. Finally he sighs, 'It's all God's design!' As his weathered hand feels what's smoothed, now fine. By and by, baby Jesus, a gift to mankind Will no longer rest in a meagre old manger But will peacefully rock in this carpenter's cradle. © Don Stott http://eliab.com |
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