I Feel Like Pressing My Way

There are those from a particular school of church songs who will look at this title and think of a typical reggae-esque chorus which has the following lyrics: I feel like pressing my way (x2) I’m on my way to glory And I feel like pressing my way Well crafted, studied and profound lyrics I’m […]

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When Jesus Comes

A lot of today’s pop music and various other styles acknowledge their debt to the old black churches with their gospel stylings.  You would not have heard the likes of Whitney, Dionne, Aretha, Chaka, Mariah, Mary J and the assortment of others influenced by them.  Sure, it is a pity that those beautiful voices are […]

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Restoration

The story often referred to as the Prodigal Son is a brilliant example of what the ministry of reconciliation is all about.  In that story a fair bit of credit is given to the wastrel son as he comes to his senses and realises that he could get better quality food back at his home […]

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Gratitude – Being Extra

Usually I prefer the understated, reserved and contained approach to matters.  Rather than look for a raucous laugh by a loud suggestion I prefer the power of the quip, just slip it in the middle of a regular sentence to elicit a wry chuckle to those who pick it up or that little groan by […]

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Jon Gibson – About A New Birth

I’m not in Christmas – you know that, I know that, we all know that.  But I remember when I moved to Stoke-on-Trent coming across the album version of this song and I realised I didn’t have to compromise my stance on Christmas to enjoy a good Christmas song with a great sentiment and of […]

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