His LOVEJesus is love. I cant think of anything negative about the YouTube videos featured from all around the world. [19] Behold, a whirlwind of the LORD is gone forth in fury, even a grievous whirlwind: it shall fall grievously upon the head of the wicked. Insofar as I am aware, the people who pay for the tickets are not just looking for a spiritual experience. 2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. I have no children, no grandchildren. It starts with a quiet blesssing that you want to receive and tten begins to rise in intensity with repetition. Note to new users: This is a different kind of review site! Judy loadsman. a high score does not necessarily endorse the theology of said artist. Thank you for the time and effort youve put into this site Vince! When it finally get from your head to your heart that you, an individual, are being given this blessing. It was specifically meant for his church, I believe. Psalm 67:1 To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm or Song. Jesus is our High Priest after the order of Melchizedek. They are meant to be outwardly focused on Him and though the Bible is filled with promises and blessings for us I feel worship should be reserved to worship Him and show our reverence for Him. May His favor be upon you And a thousand generations Your family and your children And their children, and their children. Why did you copyright a song that inspiration was giving to you from the word God and his spirit it was freely given to you and you freely admit most of it comes from numbers Do you have the right to Copyright it as your own inspiration? Know therefore that the Lord thy God, He is God, the faithful God, who keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love Him and keep His commandments to a thousand generations, ASV. Vie Motivation. The emphasis and focus of all these cults is Prosperity and comfort your best life now.. and we all know that the Bible teaches that our best life is not here on this planet. This gives us an enormous responsibility, that we can choose to remain His advasary or choose Him. 44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; On that note, I think Dave Brennan makes a valid point on the added repeated phrase and I might suggest unqualified words He is with you. I will paste a portion of the article below and wait for your comments. That doesnt mean you have to pay for it! They are hurting and dont need a theological band-aide. Good review! Worship ( talking to God the word you is commonly used) 3. Its the way in which the artist chose to present it. But that has become the norm from a heretical Steven Furtick and Elevation Worship, with sweet pretty face Kari Jobe selling the poison with a smile. It took everything that I read in the Bible about Gods love for me and wrapped it into the biggest blessing God can give us. I think my only real issue is that it comes from a church with questionable doctrinal issues that I dont want to get into because I wish to stay on topic. And be gracious to you. Oh my goodness. Key Verse ~ God's blessings will chase you down! What does the Bible indicate about fear & real peace 1. For one thing, there is many a danger & pitfalls applying to us & not them! And I dont see it as a congregation song something that a group of people can sing to. The epistle of 1 Peter is addressed to "pilgrims" ( 1 Peter 1:1 )Christians who had been called out of the world to be set apart as God's special . Unbelievers wont miss the message the first time, much less the second or third. Good to see your review and thank you for those biblical references. My heart was overwhelmed by the words reminding me of how the Lord loves us as his children. [18] For who hath stood in the counsel of the LORD, and hath perceived and heard his word? by Andr van Belkum. I had not hear The Blessing until a week ago while attending a conference (with social distancing.) High quality May His Favor-inspired gifts and merchandise. Now you Christian roaring down the road, full blast blaring the song the Blessing because hey, everybody should hear the gospel & here you are doing God a favour, stopping next to little miss drew & charley; Hey mister thats a cool song, who is it & with chest swelling with job well done pride, you puffed up declare Kari Jobe from Elevation worship check them out ! I, for one, dont think we need to remind God of anything. And dont forget, it is the famous saying of the embodiment of the devil, that repeating a lie a hundred times makes it a truth. Maybe instead of finishing Church with gentle little pats on the back, such as indicated in 2 Timothy 4:3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; . Make His face shine upon you The Blessing be upon your children, and your childrens children to a thousand generations was very difficult. I understand it might not fit nicely into a church service but if the point is to glorify God, as your review seems concerned with, then I dont think being repetitive is something Hes concerned with. Now let us discern this, the problem with songs labelled Christian; is not just lyrics, music, performance style or in fact often have nothing to do with the song or the artist performing it being possibly found sound by measure, but the where-from. And in Psalm 106:4, the Psalmist begs, Remember me, Lord, when you show favor to your people, come to my aid when you save them. Hes asking for rescue, not just kind thoughts. It is hard for me to write here because motive is always being assumed as bad by critics. It wasnt just King David who cried out for the Lords remembrance. Psalm 5:12 (NIV) "Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.". One thing I never understood, Tobi, is why would we need to remind God of his promise to Abraham and his lineage. May I respectfully point out, if you get bored of the bridge after 3 times you might begin to get bored in heaven when we sing with the elders or 4 living creatures the same songs and verses repeated over for all eternity? We need it because we forget too quickly and go back to fear. It never was intended for unbelievers. And yes, Im especially referring to these places churning out thousands of contemporary, shallow, often nonsensical Christian songs, mainly for or partly for other reasons than truly caring for where those consuming it, ends up! Check out our may god's favor be upon you selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. I mean those who have had deaths in their families (Ive recently lost both my children,) those who have lost jobs, those in family crisis or drug addiction. There must be spirit and there must be truth. Yet Moses had to remind Him of His promise when He wanted to wipe Israel out after they created the golden calf. Read Ezekiel Ch44. God is merciful and kind. * Songs that are almost like God talking to us or how he feels about us are either in the 3rd or 4th category those ones are tricky. Talk about sentimentality. Unfortunately, there is a staff member who likes to play it for his devotions with the patients. May you all receive His Blessings so that His way may be known on earth, and Hus salvation among all nations. I dont mind the repetition of this song. First, Psalm 23 starts with The LORD is my shepherd. Stephen, I agree with you whole heartedly. I dont care for the repetition but it seems to be a good song. I dont think of it as much for the New Testament Christian, though it is entirely applicable. There will be a time of judgment in the future, but, until then, God graciously gives good things, even to those who hate Him. As I so often do when questioning the legitimacy of a song, I go to the Psalms. Thank you for your comment! I think this has been to the detriment of the world today and especially the church. This song is available in all these mediums, free of charge (though there might be the occasional ad). All rights reserved. Psalm 50:2 Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God hath shined. May the Lord bless you and protect you. May His favor be upon you. ), Jesuss opening words were not bless you but repent and believe the good news and his followers carried on in the same vein in the evangelistic sermons we read in the Book of Acts.. It was so encouraging for me knowing that The Lord does keep me and give me peace HIs presence goes before me and He is ever present it became almost a battle cry as I engage in a battle that is not of flesh and blood [22] But if they had stood in my counsel, and had caused my people to hear my words, then they should have turned them from their evil way, and from the evil of their doings.. Fails. To be honest I had never heard this song until today. So at the outset I will say no motives (good or bad) are assumed here. While important, discussing the artists teachings and theology tends to start arguments and becomes unfruitful. Thank you Lord for the musicians and the gifts you give them to speak to us through music. The words declare a blessing from our heavenly Father. Luke praised them for their doctrinal integrity, not for being sensitive to the feelings of unbelievers. Most people find this site by doing a Google search. Isaiah 41:13, NIV For I am the LORD your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will . All those critique do count & the closer they can be to STRICT Christian applicable principles, Doctrinal correctness & Holiness, the better Id say; dont you think? Naaman, leader of the Syrian army and pagan, for example, was healed of leprosy by God. Even in every music player we do have something called as repeat mode. New Living Translation (NLT). When they get there, God is going to drive away (through the Israelites) the nations that live there. 7 Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions: according to thy mercy remember thou me for thy goodness sake, O LORD. May the LORD show you his favor and give you his peace.' NLT: New Living Translation Read Full Chapter Bible App Bible App for Kids Numbers 6:24-26 Read Full Chapter Compare All Versions: Numbers 6:24-26 All around you, and within you. 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