God is in the House Chords & Lyrics

GOD IS IN THE HOUSE 

Intro: G – Bm – C – C - D (3x) C - G 

 Verse: 

 C B7 

As for me, God came and found me 

 Em A - G 

As for me, He took me home 

 C A7 

As for me, He gave me a family 

 Am C D 

And I’ll never walk alone 

 C B7 

In my life, I’m soaked with blessing 

 Em A 

And in heaven there’s a great reward 

 G Em 

As for me and my house 

 Am D G 

We’re gonna serve the Lord 

  (Repeat) 

Chorus: 

 G Am 

I’ve got Jesus, Jesus 

 C G 

He calls me for His own 

 C Am 

And He lifts me, lifts me 

 C D 

Above the world I know 

 G 

God is in the house 

 C 

There’s no doubt 

 G 

God is in the house 

 C 

Can’t keep Him out 

 G Em 

As for you (as for you) 

 G Em 

As for me (as for me) 

 C D G 

We’re gonna serve the Lord 

 (Repeat Verse) 

 (Repeat Chorus) 

 G 

God is in the house 

 C 

There’s no doubt 

 G 

God is in the house 

 C 

Can’t keep Him out 

 G Em 

As for you (as for you) 

 G Em 

As for me (as for me) 

 C D G 

We’re gonna serve the Lord 

 GOD BLESS ...

TOUCHING HEAVEN CHANGING EARTH

TOUCHING HEAVEN CHANGING EARTH

(2 Chronicles 7:14)

Intro: Brass Section G – C - Em - D (2x)

Verse 1:

G                                  C          D         G - C - D

We will seek Your face Almighty God

Em                               C          D          Em - C - D

Turn and pray for You to heal our land

G                     C         D                     G – C - D

Father let revival start in us

Em                         C

Then every heart will know

D              Em  - D - G - C (break)

Your kingdom comes 

Chorus 1:

   D                   Em7

Lifting up the name of the Lord

C                           D          Em7

In power and in u - ni - ty

C                            D           Em7

We will see the nations turn

C                 G             D              Em7  -  (C7)

Touching heaven changing earth

(Repeat) 

C                 G             D  (do intro)

Touching heaven changing earth 

Verse 2:

G                          C                D            G - C - D

Never looking back we’ll run the race

Em                       C                  D            Em - C - D

Giving you our lives we’ll gain the prize

G                             C             D                   G - C - D

We will take the harvest given us

Em                               C

Though we sow in tears

D          Em - D - G - C (break)

We’ll reap in joy 

Chorus 2:

    D                   Em7

Lifting up the name of the Lord

C                          D           Em7

In power and in u - ni - ty

C                            D           Em7

We will see the nations turn

C                 G             D                          Em7  -  (C7)

Touching heaven changing earth

(Repeat)

C                 G               D             Em7

Touching heaven changing earth 

Bridge: (Slow Tempo)

Am7

Send revival (send revival)

G

Send revival (send revival)

C                          Em7 - D

Send revival to us

Am7

Send revival (send revival)

G/B

Send revival (send revival)

C                          Em7 - D

Send revival to us 

(Repeat Bridge at Fast Tempo)

(Repeat first 3 lines of Chorus 2 going to Coda) 

Coda: (Fast Tempo)

C                 G            D                            Em7

Touching heaven changing earth (5x) 

          (Slow Tempo)

C                 G            D                             G

Touching heaven changing earth

Contentment a fisherman story

 Godliness actually is a means of great gain, when accompanied by contentment

One day a fisherman was lying on a beautiful beach, with his fishing pole propped up in the sand and his solitary line cast out into the sparkling blue surf. He was enjoying the warmth of the afternoon sun and the prospect of catching a fish.

About that time, a businessman came walking down the beach, trying to relieve some of the stress of his workday. He noticed the fisherman sitting on the beach and decided to find out why this fisherman was fishing instead of working harder to make a living for himself and his family.

“You aren’t going to catch many fish that way,” said the businessman to the fisherman, “you should be working rather than lying on the beach!” The fisherman looked up at the businessman, smiled and replied, “And what will my reward be?” “Well, you can get bigger nets and catch more fish!” was the businessman’s answer. “And then what will my reward be?” asked the fisherman, still smiling.

The businessman replied, “You will make money and you’ll be able to buy a boat, which will then result in larger catches of fish!” “And then what will my reward be?” asked the fisherman again. The businessman was beginning to get a little irritated with the fisherman’s questions. “You can buy a bigger boat, and hire some people to work for you!” he said. “And then what will my reward be?” repeated the fisherman.

The businessman was getting angry. “Don’t you understand? You can build up a fleet of fishing boats, sail all over the world, and let all your employees catch fish for you!” Once again the fisherman asked, “And then what will my reward be?” The businessman was red with rage and shouted at the fisherman, “Don’t you understand that you can become so rich that you will never have to work for your living again! You can spend all the rest of your days sitting on this beach, looking at the sunset. You won’t have a care in the world!”

The fisherman, still smiling, looked up and said, “And what do you think I’m doing right now?”

It’s easy to get caught in the world’s trap of working harder and harder to earn more and more, when we may well already have what can provide us with the greatest possible happiness. May you know true contentment today?

“Now Godliness with contentment is great gain, For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain that we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content.” (1Timothy 6:6-8).

God Bless to all..

Resolve to read your Bible each day

We should read and study the Bible because it is God's Word to us. The Bible is literally "God-breathed" (2 Timothy 3:16). In other words, it is God's very words to us. There are so many questions that philosophers have asked that God answers for us in Scripture. What is the purpose to life? Where did I come from? Is there life after death? How do I get to heaven? Why is the world full of evil? Why do I struggle to do good? In addition to these "big" questions, the Bible gives much practical advice in areas such as: What do I look for in a mate? How can I have a successful marriage? How can I be a good friend? How can I be a good parent? What is success and how do I achieve it? How can I change? What really matters in life? How can I live so that I do not look back with regret? How can I handle the unfair circumstances and bad events of life victoriously?

 We should read and study the Bible because it is totally reliable and without error. The Bible is unique among so-called "holy" books in that it does not merely give moral teaching and say, "Trust me." Rather, we have the ability to test it by checking the hundreds of detailed prophecies that it makes, by checking the historical accounts it records, and by checking the scientific facts it relates. Those who say the Bible has errors have their ears closed to the truth. Jesus once asked which is easier to say, "Your sins are forgiven you," or "Rise, take up your bed and walk." Then He proved He had the ability to forgive sins (something we cannot see with our eyes) by healing the paralytic (something those around Him could test with their eyes). Similarly, we are given assurance that God's Word is true when it discusses spiritual areas that we cannot test with our senses by showing itself true in those areas that we can test, such as historical accuracy, scientific accuracy, and prophetic accuracy.

 We should read and study the Bible because God does not change and because mankind's nature does not change; it is as relevant for us as it was when it was written. While technology changes, mankind's nature and desires do not change. We find, as we read the pages of biblical history, that whether we are talking about one-on-one relationships or societies, "there is nothing new under the sun" (Ecclesiastes 1:9). And while mankind as a whole continues to seek love and satisfaction in all of the wrong places, God—our good and gracious Creator—tells us what will bring us lasting joy. His revealed Word, the Bible, is so important that Jesus said of it, "Man does not live on bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God" (Matthew 4:4). In other words, if we want to live life to the fullest, as God intended, we must listen to and heed God's written Word.

 We should read and study the Bible because there is so much false teaching. The Bible gives us the measuring stick by which we can distinguish truth from error. It tells us what God is like. To have a wrong impression of God is to worship an idol or false god. We are worshiping something that He is not. The Bible tells us how one truly gets to heaven, and it is not by being good or by being baptized or by anything else we do (John 14:6; Ephesians 2:1-10; Isaiah 53:6; Romans 3:10-18, 5:8, 6:23, 10:9-13). Along this line, God's Word shows us just how much God loves us (Romans 5:6-8; John 3:16). And it is in learning this that we are drawn to love Him in return (1 John 4:19).

 The Bible equips us to serve God (2 Timothy 3:17; Ephesians 6:17; Hebrews 4:12). It helps us know how to be saved from our sin and its ultimate consequence (2 Timothy 3:15). Meditating on God’s Word and obeying its teachings will bring success in life (Joshua 1:8; James 1:25). God’s Word helps us see sin in our lives and helps us get rid of it (Psalm 119:9, 11). It gives us guidance in life, making us wiser than our teachers (Psalm 32:8, 119:99; Proverbs 1:6). The Bible keeps us from wasting years of our lives on that which does not matter and will not last (Matthew 7:24-27).

 Reading and studying the Bible helps us see beyond the attractive "bait" to the painful "hook" in sinful temptations, so that we can learn from others' mistakes rather than making them ourselves. Experience is a great teacher, but when it comes to learning from sin, it is a terribly hard teacher. It is so much better to learn from others' mistakes. There are so many Bible characters to learn from, some of whom can serve as both positive and negative role models at different times in their lives. For example, David, in his defeat of Goliath, teaches us that God is greater than anything He asks us to face (1 Samuel 17), while his giving in to the temptation to commit adultery with Bathsheba reveals just how long-lasting and terrible the consequences of a moment's sinful pleasure can be (2 Samuel 11).

 The Bible is a book that is not merely for reading. It is a book for studying so that it can be applied. Otherwise, it is like swallowing food without chewing and then spitting it back out again—no nutritional value is gained by it. The Bible is God's Word. As such, it is as binding as the laws of nature. We can ignore it, but we do so to our own detriment, just as we would if we ignored the law of gravity. It cannot be emphasized strongly enough just how important the Bible is to our lives. Studying the Bible can be compared to mining for gold. If we make little effort and merely "sift through the pebbles in a stream," we will only find a little gold dust. But the more we make an effort to really dig into it, the more reward we will gain for our effort.

God Bless to all,,,

The Scriptures are the inspired Word of God

The Scriptures are the inspired Word of God

When people speak of the Bible as inspired, they are referring to the fact that God divinely influenced the human authors of the Scriptures in such a way that what they wrote was the very Word of God. In the context of the Scriptures, the word “inspiration” simply means “God-breathed.” Inspiration means the Bible truly is the Word of God and makes the Bible unique among all other books.

 While there are different views as to the extent to which the Bible is inspired, there can be no doubt that the Bible itself claims that every word in every part of the Bible comes from God (1 Corinthians 2:12-13; 2 Timothy 3:16-17). This view of the Scriptures is often referred to as “verbal plenary” inspiration. That means the inspiration extends to the very words themselves (verbal)—not just concepts or ideas—and that the inspiration extends to all parts of Scripture and all subject matters of Scripture (plenary). Some people believe only parts of the Bible are inspired or only the thoughts or concepts that deal with religion are inspired, but these views of inspiration fall short of the Bible’s claims about itself. Full verbal plenary inspiration is an essential characteristic of the Word of God.

 The extent of inspiration can be clearly seen in 2 Timothy 3:16, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” This verse tells us that God inspired all Scripture and that it is profitable to us. It is not just the parts of the Bible that deal with religious doctrines that are inspired, but each and every word from Genesis to Revelation. Because it is inspired by God, the Scriptures are therefore authoritative when it comes to establishing doctrine, and sufficient for teaching man how be in a right relationship with God. The Bible claims not only to be inspired by God, but also to have the supernatural ability to change us and make us “complete.” What more can we need?

 Another verse that deals with the inspiration of the Scriptures is 2 Peter 1:21. This verse helps us to understand that even though God used men with their distinctive personalities and writing styles, God divinely inspired the very words they wrote. Jesus Himself confirmed the verbal plenary inspiration of the Scriptures when He said, “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law...” (Matthew 5:17-18). In these verses, Jesus is reinforcing the accuracy of the Scriptures down to the smallest detail and the slightest punctuation mark, because it is the very Word of God.

 Because the Scriptures are the inspired Word of God, we can conclude that they are also inerrant and authoritative. A correct view of God will lead us to a correct view of His Word. Because God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and completely perfect, His Word will by its very nature have the same characteristics. The same verses that establish the inspiration of the Scriptures also establish that it is both inerrant and authoritative. Without a doubt the Bible is what it claims to be—the undeniable, authoritative, Word of God to humanity.

God Bless to all,,

Ways to Build a Healthy and Happy Family ACCORDING TO THE BIBLE

Ways to Build a Healthy and Happy Family ACCORDING TO THE BIBLE

Since every family and each person in it is unique, there's no magic, one-size-fits-all parenting plan that's guaranteed to give you a healthy and happy family.  And since nobody is perfect in this fallen world, there's no such thing as a perfect family.  But there are some basic principles that will help you create a family which each member can grow spiritually, emotionally, and relationally - which will help you build the healthy, happy family God wants you to enjoy.

Here's how you can healthy and happy family: 

Be there.  Your kids regard your very presence as a sign of caring and connectedness.  It's crucial for you to spend as much time as possible with them.  Keep in mind that your job as a parent is a calling from God - more important than any other work you do, including the job you get paid to do - and your influence on your kids will be your greatest legacy.  Ask God to help you make whatever sacrifices you need to make to free up your time and energy to be there for your kids often.  Be available to talk with them, help them, attend their events, and cheer them on in their various pursuits.  Your kids crave your presence, and nothing can make up for your absence.  Be creative about how you can spend time with each of your kids one-on-one regularly, from going of a hike to playing a board game together. 

Express affirmation, warmth, and encouragement.  Parents who practice loving parenting, as opposed to shame-based parenting, will create a home where children and spouses feel more secure.  So avoid shame-based parenting, which is performance-oriented and approval-focused, using words and actions that cause kids to think that they aren't loved or valuable.  Instead, aim to make your kids feel accepted, appreciated, listened to, and loved.  Give your kids confidence by letting them know that you believe in them, value them, and enjoy them.  Say "I love you" to them often, and give them plenty of physical affection like hugs, kisses, and back rubs.  Rather than just jumping into their to-do lists with them, share some relaxed conversations with them after they get home from school and before they go to bed.  Let go of unrealistic expectations for them.  Encourage them to pursue their areas of interest and become the people God wants them to become. 

Build healthy morals and values.  The decisions that kids make today will often affect them for the rest of their lives.  Study the culture so you can understand what cultural influences currently pose a danger to your kids spiritually.  Pray for God's help to teach biblical values and morals to your kids in ways they can best learn.  Talk openly and honestly with your kids about sex, alcohol, and other drugs from when they're young, all the way through their teen years, answering their questions and discussing issues in age-appropriate ways.  Encourage them to commit to living a lifestyle of purity, including honoring God with their bodies, renewing their minds for good, turning their eyes and ears away from what's worthless, and guarding their hearts above all else.  Get to know what your kids watch on TV and in the movies, what websites they visit, what music they listen to, and what video games they play.  Watch and listen together with them as often as possible, and talk with them about the content to help them learn to think critically about it.  Restrict their access to vulgar media content. 

Discipline with consistency.  When you clearly express expectations and consistently follow through, you'll produce responsible kids.  Keep in mind that consistent discipline takes lots of time and energy.  Ask God to give you the strength you need to devote the necessary time and energy rather than taking the easy way out when you're tired and having your kids fail to learn important lessons.  Remember the Bible's promise that if you train your kids in the way they should go, when they're old they won't depart from it.  Set and clearly communicate healthy boundaries about doing homework and chores, telling the truth, talking to you respectfully, and a myriad of other issues - and follow through with consequences when your kids make poor choices.  Help your kids decide what consequences they should get for various infractions.  Stay calm - not angry - when you're disciplining them, refrain from nagging, choose your battles wisely, and show empathy.  Your willingness to be the parent they need - not merely a friend - will give them security and confidence. 




 Ruthlessly eliminate stress.  The unbalanced life will not be kind to the areas you neglect.  Ask God to help you decide which activities to eliminate from your family's schedule if you're too busy to get enough rest and free time every day and evening.  Don't neglect spending lots of time with your family for anything, including your career.  Make whatever sacrifices you need to make so you can enjoy plenty of relaxed family time together.  Spend time reflecting and praying in solitude regularly to keep your life in the proper perspective.  Get enough sleep and exercise regularly, and make sure that your spouse and kids do, too.

Communicate well.  Positive communication is the language of love for your kids.  Make a habit of listening carefully to your kids whenever they share their thoughts and feelings with you.  Also figure out what other ways you can best express your love for your kids in ways that each of them will receive well.  Apologize them to them when you've made a parenting mistake.  Allow the conflicts you experience with your spouse and kids to be a path to deeper communication by helping you all understand each other better and work as a team to solve problems.


Play together.  There is nothing like play to bring about family togetherness.  Make time for vacations together, have fun at home, go on frequent outings (from getting ice cream out to taking music or sports lessons together), share holiday traditions, enjoy humor together, and work on service projects together.  Sharing playful experiences will build family memories that will bond you all in powerful ways.


Love your spouse.  If you're married, work on your marriage regularly and invest in it through activities like frequent dates, since a loving marriage brings hope and security to your kids.  If you're a single parent, build relationships with others at your church who care about your kids and are willing to invest in their lives.


Remember that the best things in life aren't things.  Healthy stewardship and sound financial decisions produce positive family priorities.  Follow a budget to live below your means, avoid debt, tithe and give in other generous ways, and save regularly.  Modeling these healthy financial practices will teach your kids valuable practical and spiritual lessons.


Energize your family's spiritual growth.  Your greatest calling in life is to leave a spiritual legacy for your kids.  So make your relationship with God through Christ your top priority.  Grow closer to Christ individually and as a couple with your spouse.  Pray for and with your kids in a regular family devotional time, write a family constitution that describes your family's values, and talk about God often as you go through your everyday activities together.

GodBless to all...

MUSIC MINISTRY VISION

 

Our vision is for the creation of an environment that encourages and

enables participants to be equipped to lead the congregation in worship.

MUSIC MINISTRY GOALS     

to identify and develop the musical talent of the

Church to inspire fellow musicians, fellow worship leaders and the

congregation through the use of musical talents                                 

to bring together the choir, organists, and praise teams in unified

expression to provide a variety of instruments/styles with different teams, in

order to allow the congregation to fully express praise to our Lord

to emphasize a spirit of worship while maintaining musical excellence

to allow for spiritual expression in all of its dimensions: thanks,

praise, confession, supplication

Scriptural Foundation

It came to pass, as the trumpeters and singers were as one, to make one

sound to be heard in praising and thanking the Lord; and when they

lifted up their voice with the trumpets and cymbals and instruments of

music, and praised the Lord, saying, For He is good; for His mercy

endureth forever: that then the house was filled with a cloud, even the

house of the LORD; So that the priests could not stand to minister by

reason of the cloud: for the glory of the LORD had filled the House of

God (2 Chronicles 5:13-14).

Purpose
The music ministry is to act as a vehicle to usher in the presence of
God. It is to set and establish an atmosphere that is conducive to
worship, enabling (a) the presence of God to move freely among the
congregation and (b) each person in the congregation to experience
Christ on a personal level. The music ministry should serve as an
enhancement to the worship service (Not distraction), preparing the
people for the delivery of the Word of God. It is not an end in itself,
but neither is it a means of filling gaps in the worship experience. The
music ministry should not be used as a piece of scenic background, but
rather as an active, participatory, and integral part of the worship
service.

Vision/Mission Statement

As a music ministry, our primary mission is to magnify and glorify
Jesus Christ (Colossians 3:16-17) in everything we do. Furthermore, it
is also the mission of the music ministry to facilitate the fulfillment
of the overall mission and vision of this church through the delivery
of: (A) Spiritual and spirit-led music that enhances the worship
service; (B) Anointed music that edifies, inspires, and challenges the
body of Christ and further enables them to experience Christ on a
personal level; (C)Through-provoking and intelligent music that
continues to raise the level of consciousness of the people to the
awesome nature of the God we serve through praise and worship; (D)
Christ-centered music that boldly shares the “Good News” with those
who are lost; (E) Dynamic, multifaceted music for a diverse congregation
that will not be mired in mediocrity or tradition, but continues to push
the edges of the envelope so that effective ministry can take place in
any atmosphere and at anytime; (F) Innovative, fresh, and creative music
that is unique to this church while also reaching into the past to
bridge the gap between young and old Christians alike; and (G) Training
that equips, empowers, and enables others to grow and realize their full
potential in the area of music ministry.


God Bless to all...