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Christ Alone
04:16
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CHRIST ALONE
Word & Music by Geof Kimber
© 2001 Aiyura Music, www.geofkimber.com
CHORUS
My hope is in Christ alone
And this world is not my home
I'm gonna fight the fight and run the race
'Til the day that I see his face
I could trust in money and the power of men
But I'd only be let down again
Oh this life is not my own
My hope is in Christ alone
V1
What once was to my profit
I consider now a loss
For my life is found in Christ
and I have taken up my cross
'Though the pleasures of sin
may seem enticing to me
That would only bring me bondage
it would never set me free
V2
I resist the attraction
of this dark world and its embrace
That would mean the rejection
of my Redeemer and his grace
For my home is in heaven
in the Kingdom of light
And my choice to walk with Jesus
means by faith and not by sight
BR
You can place your trust in riches
and in the way that they appear
In the things you know will one day
fade away
You can place your trust in people
who tell you what you want to hear
But in the end cannot live up
to what they say
There's a darkness in our lives
that will always be there
Until the One of glorious light
is on the throne
And there's a crumbling in our hearts
that will not be repaired
Until we trust the healing power
of Christ alone
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2. |
But To Do Justly
03:33
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BUT TO DO JUSTLY
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
V1
The Lord Jesus died that we might have new life in his name
To bring victory in repentance as we turn from sin and shame
We're called not to boast about what we should consider loss
But to learn the way of suffering, but to glory in the cross
CHORUS
But to do justly and to love mercy
And to walk humbly with our God
But to do justly and to love mercy
And to walk humbly with our God
V2
God's not impressed with a self-exalting attitude
To build ministries and kingdoms and then boast of what we do
God isn't blessed just because things are done in his name
What we think is to our glory, in his eyes reveals our shame
BR
We're all called to die to ourselves in everything
Including the little things we night tend to ignore
And we're called to the holiness Jesus died to bring
To be a sweet offering to the honor of our Lord
V3
Sometimes in pride we'll chalk up all the good we can
Then compare ourselves to others and despise our fellow man
Sometimes we're quick just to see mistakes another's made
And we're just as slow to see that we're walking in the same brigade
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God Knows
04:04
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GOD KNOWS
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
CHORUS
God Knows when every word is spoken that should've been left unsaid
God Knows when every accusation keeps going 'round inside my head
Got to leave it with the Father from where every good thing flows
And keep myself composed 'cause God knows
V1
It would feel so good to fly off the handle when I need to bite my tongue
For words are loosely spoken, the knots not easily undone
But God knows all our motives and he still holds the scales
To weigh the heart of every man and see that the truth prevails
V2
I've been blown away by some things I'm hearing, my, how words can fall like rain
When things aren't the way they're appearing, it's not that easy to explain
Now it might seem I'm careless to go where I'm not sent
But my one desire is to walk with him, and may that remain my intent
BR
Isn't it sad that this well known phrase
Is used to tritely these days
We've got to hold his name in reserve
And only use it in honor of who we serve
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4. |
Oh Lord Forgive Them
03:47
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OH LORD FORGIVE THEM
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
CHORUS
Oh Lord, forgive them
They didn't know what they were doing
Oh Lord, forgive them
They're in bondage to their own sin (and)
I want to die, oh Lord, to my flesh
To live for you and nothing less
Oh Lord, forgive them
They didn't know what they were doing
V1
I feel a need for vengeance
When doors are slammed into my face
When you seek their repentance
I'd rather see their lives disgraced
Oh Lord I see such a wicked heart in me
Lord to my shame, I can see we're all the same
V2
I need to show forgiveness
That we might see some healing start
Lord when I feel resentment
Building up inside my heart
Oh Lord I know such a wicked heart must go
Lord come what may, will you teach me how to pray
BR
Such bitterness within me is only to my shame
So forgive me and restore me and bring glory to your name
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5. |
Too Many People
03:28
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TOO MANY PEOPLE
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
CHORUS
Too many people never take time to even see
There's a lonely, lonely side to me
Too many people are saying that Jesus set them free
But they do nothing for what he could mean to me
V1
I know a man who was married
He thought she would change his world
Well now she's left him for another girl
I know a girl who's my neighbor
Her father is drunk all the time
Now her parents broke up and she says she's feeling fine
BR
If you're so convinced of Jesus
What are you waiting for
Why be quick to make excuses
Close you mouth and say no more
If you're so convinced of Jesus
Why not share with all you meet
You're so bold inside your churches
And so quiet on the street
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6. |
Father Me
04:18
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FATHER ME
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
V1
In a world that's filled with bitterness and a way that some folks live
May this child rise above it as we teach her to forgive
She could easily hold grudges and let her own heart turn sour
But may she embrace your sweetness, and be to you a fragrant flower
CHORUS
I am so aware we have her for a reason
To train her in your ways, and to guide her in your grace
I am so aware we have her for a season
Teach me to father her as you father me-at every turn
Teach me to father her as you father me
V2
In a church that's filled with compromise even with those who believe
May this child here discern it and choose to turn to you and cleave
May she give her life to Jesus, and never be torn in two
But may you always find her to be consecrated, Lord, to you
V3
In a life that's filled with struggling over her own sinfulness
May this child rise and conquer through your power and nothing less
May she grow to know the blessing of a burden that is light
And may you find she becomes a victorious army in your sight
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7. |
Come What May
03:15
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COME WHAT MAY
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
CHORUS
Come what may gotta keep on praying
And I gotta go to the east and west
Sharing the hope within me saying
I'm confident that he knows what's best
V1
'Though some may not agree with my sense of priority
I'm learning to die to myself
As I carry on learning there's within me a burning
To take his Word and heed it, not leave it on the shelf
No matter what others may critically say
I'm determined to trust and obey
V2
He tests my tolerance and he's building my confidence
That he's always faithful to me
Through the lightning and thunder, I've no reason to wonder
The way he's been before, will he continue to be
Though boasting in weakness may not be the norm
In his strength I can ride out the storm
BR
He disciplines me in hardships I face
I'll carry on
No matter what's happening I'll endure the race
He'll keep me strong
He's my shelter and my helper
When hard times increase
He is my healer and my leader
to a harvest of peace
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'TIL MY FATHER CALLS ME HOME
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
V1
You could choose to hope in things you've done and foundations you have laid
You could see the whole world turn and look at you and say that boy's got it made
But what have you really gained if you see the world admire
Things you're proud of, but won't stand the test of fire
Have you a dream, but you've only seen it fall
Well get up 'cause there's a greater mission and by far a greater call
CHORUS
Some may not have too much in the eyes of man
And I'll never hold a Dove or Grammy in my hand
But I've been blessed to know the One who's on the throne
Until my Father calls me home
V2
I have made my choice to glory in the suffering of the cross
And the honour I had beside my name, I now count as loss
It wouldn't do me any good if I stood to reach my goal
And I also stood in line to lose my soul
Consider this: You are no fool if you choose
To give up the things you cannot keep for the things you cannot lose
BR
I must labor for my Savior 'til I see the risen Son
I place no pride in plaques and medals for the things that I have done
I will daily face the battle and I never will retreat
Until I hold the crown he gives me and lay it at his feet
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9. |
One Way To Win
03:54
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ONE WAY TO WIN
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
CHORUS
When we don't believe in making time to read the Word and prayer
There's a victory we're not taking he wants us to share
We're living for the loser to choose to live in sin
When to give you your life to Jesus is the one way to win
V1
You believe that Jesus came to suffer for your sin
But you don't want to hear that he calls you to live for him
Take some time to think about what's coming down the road
When you spurn the Holy Bible, ignoring what you're told
V2
Temptation gets the best of you when you're out on the town
You only want to party and you're drinking like a clown
Now the road is easy when you're going your own way
It's a good time in the evening but you'll pay for it one day
RAP
We're all called to die to desires of the flesh
To live a life of holiness no less
Give up trying to rationalize
Your own way of life, your constant compromise
When Jesus comes for his bride
He's not coming for those who look good on the outside
Not coming for hypocrites
Not coming for those who throw sticks
Without thinking about where they stand
Whether or not they're honoring God's commands
You say Man, we're living in a time of grace
Where everyone's free to seek his face
Whether we believe in Mohammed or Buddha
Or done all the things we shoulda
God is a God who just will not condemn
Who wants every man a friend
He's a God of love who wants us well
And a God like that would not give us hell
Well it's true he's loving and kind
But he's not blind and he's not behind
All the nasty things that take place on the earth
Like kids who have no date of birth
Some cheat on a husband or wife
When they've vowed to be true for life
Listen up, we've all messed up
And we've fallen short of God's glory
And when Christ returns, it won't be for those who say
Ah, that's the same old story
The just Judge knows your heart
And he's coming for those who are set apart
To love him is to love his Word
And obey what you have heard
BR
Jesus declared victory when he rose from the grave
He did not come to damn you, he came to earth to save
But when we die, to be with him we must be born again
To be a new creation is to turn from sin
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10. |
Don't Lie To Me
04:44
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DON'T LIE TO ME
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
CHORUS
I have no time to tell you all the promises I've heard
I have no heart to tell you every dry and empty word
How can you say you love me
When you have no thirst for my truth, in essence
How can you say you know me
When you spend no time in my presence
Honestly, tell me you want to see
But oh child, don't lie to me
V1
Your whole life is based on what people see
You like to think they think that you're right with me
You feel good about yourself when you see others fall
But your heart's so far from me that you don't hear when I call
V2
Often, you could take some time to get to know me
But you'd rather go watch a movie, or sit around watching TV
Don't think you know me, or that you've counted the cost
When you embrace the very things that sent me to the cross
BR
Will you open your mind
Will you open your soul to me
When you know this game is over
It's time to start
To open my Word
And open up your heart
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11. |
Hold Me Close
02:48
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HOLD ME CLOSE
Word & Music by Geof Kimber, © Aiyura Music, PO Box 2202, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578, www.geofkimber.com
V1
There's no place I'd rather be than in your presence, Lord
In the trials that take me through my day
And may all who see me know, because I love your Word
I'm set apart in all I do and say
CHORUS
So hold me close, hold me close to your heart
I want to learn to closely walk with you
And I'll hold you close, hold you close to my heart
Hold you close to my heart
V2
Lord in Jesus your love is hard to understand
Knowing you would take my place in death
I want to show that I love you and obey your commands
Now and until my last breath
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Geof Kimber
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