Hymn United Them ... They Sang:
‘SING HALLELUJAH TO THE LORD’
All night; nine hours
 
6-26-19, UmNews.org -- A Christian hymn has become the focal point for Hong Kong protesters who gathered for three major demonstrations against a proposed law that would allow extraditions to mainland China.
 
Protesters began to sing the American hymn “Sing Hallelujah to the Lord” and they sang non stop all night for nine hours. The hymn’s impact on defusing tensions was nothing short of miraculous. One Methodist pastor said the song has become the anthem of the whole movement.
 
A Methodist pastor from Hong Kong, talks about recent protests in Hong Kong. He said, “Our congregation has long understood following Jesus to be inseparable from participation in liberation movements in our own community, around the world or during this moment of turmoil on the streets of Hong Kong. For me, it’s a miracle.” He said what happened was a group of pastors organized a 72-hour prayer vigil for the situation in Hong Kong. On the night of June 11, 2019 after prayers, some people started to sing the hymn, which has a simple, repetitive chorus: "'Sing hallelujah to the Lord.' Amazingly, that night they could not stop. They sang for the whole night, about nine hours.”
 
*Excerpted and adapted full original report from United Methodist News Service here https://www.umnews.org/en/news/christian-hymn-unites-hong-kong-protesters
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The testimony of Kris Kristofferson will bring tears to your eyes:
"I had a profound religious experience [1972] - walked to the front of that church and found myself weeping in front of all those people ... and song 'Why Me?' came out of it." -- Kris Kristofferson

Video Kris singing it here 

Lyrics:
Why me Lord, what have I ever done
To deserve even one
Of the pleasures I've known?

Tell me Lord, what did I ever do
That was worth loving you
Or the kindness you've shown.

Lord help me Jesus, I've wasted it so
Help me Jesus I know what I am
Now that I know that I've need you so
Help me Jesus, my soul's in your hand.

Tell me Lord, if you think there's a way
I can try to repay
All I've taken from you

Maybe Lord, I can show someone else
What I've been through myself
On my way back to you.

Lord help me Jesus, I've wasted it so
Help me Jesus I know what I am
Now that I know that I've need you so
Help me Jesus, my soul's in your hand.

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2 Chronicles 20:20-22

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​In 1939 "Victory in Jesus" was written by E.M. Bartlett
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The Enemies Destroyed Themselves
2 Chronicles 20:20-22

In the Wilderness of Tekoa as the people of Judah and Jerusalem set out early in the morning, King Jehoshaphat stood up saying:

“Hear me, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Believe in the LORD your God, and you will be upheld; believe in His prophets, and you will succeed.”

Then Jehoshaphat consulted with the people and appointed those who would sing to the LORD and praise the splendor of His holiness. As they went out before the army, they were singing:

“Give thanks to the LORD, for His loving devotion endures forever.”

The moment they began their shouts and praises, the LORD set ambushes against the men of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir who had come against Judah, and they were defeated.
Hallalujah!
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2 Chronicles 20:15
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Matthew 14:30-31

12-14-18, * -- In one of the most frequently repeated scenes in Looney Tunes, a character, Wile E. Coyote, often runs headlong off a cliff and continues running through thin air—until he looks down. Once he realizes the potential danger, he falls with a stupendous crash. 

For Looney Tunes watchers, the Apostle Peter’s experience of walking on water may seem faintly familiar. As the disciples were on a boat in the Sea of Galilee, they saw a figure walking near them. Although they suspected it was a ghost, Jesus assured them it was in fact Him (Matthew 14:26–27). Peter then appeared to have sought proof, saying to Jesus, “Tell me to come to you on the water” (Matthew 14:28). When Jesus did, Peter began to boldly walk toward Him.

Unlike Wile E. Coyote, Peter’s defiance of physics began not by accident, but with an expression of faith in the Lord Jesus; believing in His power. Peter saw Him heal people and raise Lazarus from the dead (John 11:43) so of course he believed Jesus wouldn't let him sink.

Yet the Peter, like Wile E. Coyote, soon realized the potential danger and began to plummet. When a strong wind blew, Peter went from faith to fear. Still, his faith did not entirely disappear; for he had enough to cry out to Jesus for help: “Lord, save me!” (Matt 14:30). Jesus did not hesitate to save He reached out “immediately” (Matt 14:31).

Those who follow Christ may find themselves in situations of danger or distress. However, we know we can enter into them with the faith that enables us to walk through the seemingly impossible and Jesus gives us strength and peace to plunge ahead. [1 Timothy 1:17]

The classic hymn “How Firm a Foundation” 
depicts God promising: 

​How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord
Is laid for your faith in His excellent Word
What more can He say than to you He hath said
To you who for refuge to Jesus have fled

Fear not, I am with thee; oh be not dismayed
For I am thy God and will still give thee aid
I’ll strengthen thee, help thee, and cause thee to stand
Upheld by My righteous, omnipotent hand

When through the deep waters I call thee to go
The rivers of sorrow shall not overflow
For I will be with thee, thy troubles to bless
And sanctify to thee thy deepest distress

When through fiery trials thy pathways shall lie
My grace all sufficient shall be thy supply
The flame shall not hurt thee; I only design
Thy dross to consume and thy gold to refine

The soul that on Jesus has leaned for repose
I will not, I will not desert to its foes
That soul, though all hell should endeavor to shake
I’ll never, no never, no never forsake.

Pray for the faith that all distresses will serve God’s purposes, and trust in His power to sustain you.

*Excerpted & adapted full original message from Today in the Word, Brad Burton here

Traditional Hymns of Faith 
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'A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR GOD!'
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Psalm 68:4

"THE WARRIOR"
Lyrics by, Chuck Girard
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"There's a long, low cry from the heavens
As the wind blows the skin right off the trees
And the thunder splits the sky, as the silent Warrior dies
And the Spirit rips the veil, as the wind slows to a breeze

There's a long, low cry from the heavens
As the wind blows the skin right off the trees
And the heavens filled with rage, as they closed the final page
It was written, now it is finished and it will last throughout the ages

The red drops dripping slowly down as they sink into the earth below
Mixing with the wetness from the rain above,
It was sunny just a moment ago
The precious drops of his lifeblood flow,

Down the brow of His battered face
You'd think you were looking at a nasty dream
From the bottom of the depths of space
Was a moment in time when the world stood still,

As the plan took its final course
All the darkness from the past and the woe to come
Were defeated in the final divorce
As the scripture read, His side was pierced,

Still there came no cry of pain
For His spirit was in flight to it's rightful home
As the last of His lifeblood drained

There's a long, low cry from the heavens
As the wind blows the skin right off the trees
And the early light of day, shines it's early morning rays
On two silent figures there, as they roll the stone away."

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Revelation 11:12-13

Lyrics
HOLY HILLS OF HEAVEN CALL ME
 
The holy hills of Heaven call me
To mansions bright across the sea
Where loved ones wait and crowns are given
When the hills of home keep calling me
 
This house of flesh is but a prison
Bars of bone hold my soul
But the doors of clay are gonna burst wide open
When the angel sets my spirit free.
 
I'll take my flight like a mighty eagle
When the hills of home start calling me
 
I see loved ones over yonder
Tears are gone and hearts are free.
And from the throne king Jesus beckons
Oh the hills of home are calling me.
 
This house of flesh is but a prison
Bars of  bone hold my soul
But the doors of clay are gonna burst wide open
When the angel sets my spirit free.
 
I'll take my  flight like a mighty eagle
When the hills of home start calling me!

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Psalm 91:1-5

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​We shall see Him as He is. 1 John 3:2

Romans 5:8
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1 Timothy 4:1

2-27-19, John Morris, PhD -- These “latter days” are surely characterized by the tragic departure from the faith on the part of many. Unfortunately, there are a myriad of churches that have followed what should certainly be exposed as “seducing spirits,” embracing lies taught under the influence of Satan. A list of such false teachings and practices within the church would be considered the 'fruit' by which we judge them. [Luke 6:43-45] ​

The Apostle Paul gives examples:

• Leaders and teachers are identified as hypocritical liars who intentionally deceive the lost by deadening and hardening their minds and searing their consciences (1 Timothy 4:2) to the truth of repentance and trust in Jesus.
• Heresy: “Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving” (1 Timothy 4:3).
• Many cults and pseudo-Christian groups have corrupted the institution of marriage and the provision of foods. Both were created by God for man’s enjoyment and blessing (Genesis 1:28-29, 31, 2:18, 24, 9:3). They are to be “received with thanksgiving” to a loving Creator (1 Timothy 4:4-5). 

The main point is that we should guard against the heresy of false teachers and from imposing on ourselves and our fellow Christians a false piety. These are practices that may make us feel “holier than thou,” with the false teaching of good works to gain God's forgiveness and eternal reward of Heaven. False Teaching! Let us be among those “who believe and know the truth” (1 Timothy 4:3) Jesus alone is worthy to impart salvation on us [John 14:6]. We must study the Bible for ourselves. [2 Timothy 2:15] Source

Lyrics:
"Be thou my vision, O Lord of my heart,
Naught be all else to me, save that thou art;
Thou my best thought, By day or by night,
Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light.

Be thou my wisdom, Thou my true Word,
I ever with Thee, Thou with me, Lord;
Thou my great Father, and I thy true son;
Thou in me dwelling, and I with Thee one.

Be Thou my battle-shield, Sword for the fight,
Be Thou my dignity, Thou my delight.
Thou my soul's shelter, Thou my high tower.
Raise Thou me heavenward, O Power of my power.

Riches I need not, nor man's empty praise:
Thou mine inheritance, now and always;
Thou and Thou only, first in my heart;
High King of heaven, my Treasure thou art.

High King of heaven, after victory won,
May I reach heaven's joys,
O bright heav'ns Son!
Heart of my own heart, whatever befall,
Still be my vision, O Ruler of all.

Be thou my vision, O Lord of my heart,
Naught be all else to me, save that thou art;
Thou my best thought, By day or by night,
Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light."

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