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Congregational Prayer of Blessing, Praise, and Renewal
Song: Lord, We Lift Our Hearts – Acappella Choir
Song: Lord, We Lift Our Hearts – An Acappella Vocal Band
Song: Lord, We Lift Our Hearts – Duet Vocal
Almighty God, our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer,
We come before You today with hearts full of praise and adoration. You are the One who spoke the universe into being, the Sovereign King over all creation. You are holy, mighty, and worthy of all glory and honor. We lift Your name high, for You are our refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble. Your love endures forever, and Your faithfulness continues through all generations.
Heavenly Father, we gather in Your presence as Your children, each carrying our own burdens, hopes, and prayers. You see us, Lord, just as we are, and You meet us with a love and compassion that never fails. You are the God who knows us intimately and cares for us deeply.
Today, we lift up those among us who are facing sickness. Lord, we ask for Your healing hand to rest upon them, bringing strength to their bodies, peace to their minds, and comfort to their spirits. For those who care for the sick, we pray for endurance, wisdom, and grace as they serve with love and dedication.
We also intercede for those struggling with loss—whether it be the loss of jobs, financial security, or loved ones. Lord, be their provider, their peace, and their comfort. Open doors of opportunity for those in need, and remind them that You are the God who sees and provides. For the grieving, surround them with Your love, and let them find solace in Your promises.
We thank You, Father, for the servants among us—those who give selflessly, reflecting Your light through their actions. Bless them abundantly, strengthen them for the tasks You have set before them, and fill their hearts with the joy of serving in Your name.
In the midst of trials, we pause to thank You for Your unwavering faithfulness. Even when life feels uncertain, You remain our solid rock. Thank You for the gift of grace through Christ, for the hope we have in Your promises, and for the assurance that You are always with us.
Lord, as we enter this time of communion and tribute to the Lord’s Supper, we beseech You to hear our worship on this day. Let it rise as a fragrant offering before You. May You be pleased with the way we worship, with the words of our mouths, the meditations of our hearts, and the unity of our fellowship. Transform our hearts as we remember the ultimate sacrifice of Your Son, Jesus Christ, who gave His body and shed His blood for our salvation.
May our worship honor You, and may our hearts be renewed by Your Spirit. Draw us closer to You, and fill this place with Your holy presence.
We pray all this in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.
Copyright © 2025 by Skyler Thomas
A Prayerful Worship Song
Verse 1:
Lord, we lift our hearts before You,
In the stillness of this place.
You have been our Rock, our refuge,
Full of mercy, full of grace.
Chorus:
Hallelujah, we adore You,
Mighty Savior, Lord of Light.
In Your presence, hearts are mended,
Darkness flees before Your night.
Verse 2:
You have seen our pain and sorrow,
Every tear and silent cry.
Yet Your love is never failing,
Through the storm, You’re by our side.
Chorus:
Hallelujah, we adore You,
Mighty Savior, Lord of Light.
In Your presence, hearts are mended,
Darkness flees before Your might.
Bridge:
Heal the broken, lift the weary,
Breathe new life into our souls.
Let Your mercy fall upon us,
Make us pure, Lord, make us whole.
Verse 3:
Now we come with songs of worship,
Hands uplifted, hearts renewed.
For the cross has paid our ransom,
By Your blood, we are made new.
Final Chorus:
Hallelujah, we adore You,
Mighty Savior, Lord of Light.
In Your presence, grace abounds, Lord,
Fill this place with holy fire.
Outro:
Lord, we lift our hearts before You,
In the stillness of this place.
You have been our Rock, our refuge,
Full of mercy, full of grace.
Copyright © 2025 by Skyler Thomas
Redemptions Story (Song)
Music Video from The Passion of the Christ
Male Vocal:
Female Vocal:
Redemption Story (Song Version)
Verse 1:
Before the stars adorned the night,
Before the sun gave earth its light,
The Word was spoken, creation came,
Through Jesus, the Maker, who knew our name.
He formed the earth, the skies, the seas,
Breathed life into humanity.
From dust we rose, His Spirit’s flame,
To bear His image, to praise His name.
Verse 2:
In Eden’s garden, peace was found,
Until the serpent’s lie unbound.
The fruit was taken, the fall began,
Sin entered the hearts of every man.
Yet even then, God’s love remained,
A Savior promised to break the chain.
From Adam’s sin to grace restored,
A plan of redemption from the Lord.
Bridge:
Oh, the cross, where mercy flows,
The empty grave, the story shows.
Sin defeated, love prevailed,
Through Christ alone, redemption hailed.
Oh, the cross, where hope is found,
His grace abounds, His love profound.
He bore the weight, the debt was paid,
In Him, the victory’s displayed.
Verse 4:
Mary, chosen, her heart so pure,
Through her, God’s love would long endure.
She held the Savior, her baby boy,
The King of kings, her heart’s great joy.
Did she know the cross He’d face,
The pain, the nails, the world’s disgrace?
Through grief, she trusted, through loss, she prayed,
Believing in the plan God made.
Chorus:
From the beginning, His love was displayed,
Through every fall, His promise stayed.
A Savior’s grace, a story divine,
Redemption secured for hearts like mine.
Verse 6:
To die with Christ, to rise anew,
To walk His path, His love pursue.
The cross became the bridge to grace,
A gift of life in His embrace.
Through history’s thread, His story flows,
A love eternal, a truth that grows.
My story now entwined with His,
A song of hope, a life that lives.
Final Chorus:
From the beginning, His love was displayed,
Through every fall, His promise stayed.
A Savior’s grace, a story divine,
Redemption secured for hearts like mine.
Outro:
His story echoes through all of time,
A Savior’s love, so pure, so kind.
One day we’ll stand before His throne,
Forever redeemed, forever His own.
Copyright © 2024 by Skyler Thomas
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Redemption’s Story (Long Version)
Chorus:
From the beginning, His love was displayed,
Through every fall, His promise stayed.
A Savior’s grace, a story divine,
Redemption secured for hearts like mine.
Verse 1:
Before the stars adorned the night,
Before the sun gave earth its light,
The Word was spoken, creation came,
Through Jesus, the Maker, who knew our name.
He formed the earth, the skies, the seas,
Breathed life into humanity.
From dust we rose, His Spirit’s flame,
To bear His image, to praise His name.
Chorus:
From the beginning, His love was displayed,
Through every fall, His promise stayed.
A Savior’s grace, a story divine,
Redemption secured for hearts like mine.
Verse 2:
In Eden’s garden, peace was found,
Until the serpent’s lie unbound.
The fruit was taken, the fall began,
Sin entered the hearts of every man.
Yet even then, God’s love remained,
A Savior promised to break the chain.
From Adam’s sin to grace restored,
A plan of redemption from the Lord.
Chorus:
From the beginning, His love was displayed,
Through every fall, His promise stayed.
A Savior’s grace, a story divine,
Redemption secured for hearts like mine.
Verse 3:
Through kings and prophets, His voice was heard,
Declaring His truth, His holy word.
David, the shepherd, a king would rise,
Through his line, the Savior arrive.
Isaiah spoke of a suffering King,
Who’d bear our sins and salvation bring.
Elijah’s fire, Daniel’s stand,
God’s faithfulness across the land.
Chorus:
From the beginning, His love was displayed,
Through every fall, His promise stayed.
A Savior’s grace, a story divine,
Redemption secured for hearts like mine.
Bridge:
Oh, the cross, where mercy flows,
The empty grave, the story shows.
Sin defeated, love prevailed,
Through Christ alone, redemption hailed.
Oh, the cross, where hope is found,
His grace abounds, His love profound.
He bore the weight, the debt was paid,
In Him, the victory’s displayed.
Verse 4:
Mary, chosen, her heart so pure,
Through her, God’s love would long endure.
She held the Savior, her baby boy,
The King of kings, her heart’s great joy.
Did she know the cross He’d face,
The pain, the nails, the world’s disgrace?
Through grief, she trusted, through loss, she prayed,
Believing in the plan God made.
Chorus:
From the beginning, His love was displayed,
Through every fall, His promise stayed.
A Savior’s grace, a story divine,
Redemption secured for hearts like mine.
Verse 5:
The leaders schemed, their hearts grew cold,
Blinded by power, they sought control.
They called Him a blasphemer, sentenced His death,
Yet love endured with His final breath.
Betrayed by a kiss for silver’s gleam,
Denied by a friend in a broken dream.
Yet grace would triumph, death undone,
Victory through God’s risen Son.
Chorus:
From the beginning, His love was displayed,
Through every fall, His promise stayed.
A Savior’s grace, a story divine,
Redemption secured for hearts like mine.
Verse 6:
To die with Christ, to rise anew,
To walk His path, His love pursue.
The cross became the bridge to grace,
A gift of life in His embrace.
Through history’s thread, His story flows,
A love eternal, a truth that grows.
My story now entwined with His,
A song of hope, a life that lives.
Final Chorus:
From the beginning, His love was displayed,
Through every fall, His promise stayed.
A Savior’s grace, a story divine,
Redemption secured for hearts like mine.
Outro:
His story echoes through all of time,
A Savior’s love, so pure, so kind.
One day we’ll stand before His throne,
Forever redeemed, forever His own.
Copyright © 2024 by Skyler Thomas
What We Lost, What We Hold (Song)
[Verse 1]
It’s been a long, long year, we carry the weight,
Lost loved ones, gone too soon, through heaven’s gate.
Empty chairs at the table, echoes remain,
Holding on to the memories through all of the pain.
[Verse 2]
Homes washed away by storms in the night,
Dreams like dust, disappearing from sight.
Hands once working now still and laid bare,
We’re searching for something, an answered prayer.
[Chorus]
Oh, what we lost, but what do we hold?
In the darkest winter, there’s light in the cold.
Every broken piece tells a story so true,
Of hearts still beating, we’ll make it through.
[Verse 3]
Empty classrooms, missed moments to shine,
Traditions forgotten, erased by time.
Friendships fading in silence and space,
But I swear I still see you, I can still feel your face.
[Bridge]
And though we’ve lost our way,
We’ll find it again someday.
Through the tears and the fight,
We will rise, we will write…
[Christmas Hope]
But Christmas Day is near, and we light the flame,
A star in the darkness, a whispering name.
We put our hopes and dreams in the one who stands,
Holding our future in His holy hands.
[New Year Promise]
And a new year dawns, the sky turns to gold,
We gather as one, though the year’s been so cold.
We lift up our voices, our hearts raised above,
To the One we serve, the One we love.
[Chorus]
Oh, what we lost, but what do we hold?
In the darkest winter, there’s light in the cold.
Every broken piece tells a story so true,
Of hearts still beating, we’ll make it through.
[Outro]
And though the storm may take it all,
We’ll plant seeds where the leaves may fall.
Through loss and the aching, love still remains,
We’ll gather the pieces and start once again.
For Christmas brings hope, and a new year will shine,
With the One who redeems every moment in time.
Copyright © 2024 by Skyler Thomas
What’s Heaven Like? (Devotional and Song)
What No Eye Has Seen – Duet Vocal
What No Eye Has Seen – Female Vocal
1 Corinthians 2:9 (ESV)
“But, as it is written, What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love Him.”
Devotional: The Great Divide – A Promise of Eternity
In our quest for understanding, we often find ourselves contemplating what lies beyond the veil of this life.
“What’s it like, this great divide,
That sweeps us from this life away,”
We often refer to crossing “a great divide” when we speak of passing from this life to the next. This “great divide” symbolizes the transition from our earthly existence to the eternal presence of God, a passage that is filled with anticipation and hope. As believers, we are assured that what awaits us is something so magnificent that it surpasses any earthly experience. This transition is not just a final goodbye; it is a threshold of grace where our souls will truly abide, free from the burdens and woes that weigh us down in this life.
“Is it akin to passing through a veil,
Where whispers float on gentle air,”
The imagery of passing through a veil captures the idea of entering into God’s presence. Here, we are invited to imagine ourselves enveloped in a gentle embrace of whispers wafting through the air, where the symphonies of heaven reveal a world far beyond our current understanding. The question arises—what shall we first behold?
“Will we behold those pearly gates,
That glimmer soft with stories told?”
Perhaps it will be these gates that usher us into the presence of God, or maybe it will be vast fields filled with color, a radiant tapestry displaying the beauty of creation in all its forms, much richer than the mere streets of gold often described.
As we envision our heavenly home, we picture ourselves greeted by a chorus of souls—a heavenly choir filled with joy and love. Each welcoming heart helps us comprehend that this is a place of eternal communion, where laughter and warmth lift us higher, showcasing the depth of God’s grace and love.
In contemplating what heaven may be like, we consider the vibrant colors and profound sounds that await us. Each note, each sound, a remarkable testament to the joy of salvation; a chorus that makes us whole and fills our spirits with elation.
Indeed, Heaven is a fitting symbol of life in its most beautiful form.
“Imagine gardens where flowers bloom,
With fragrances that wrap around,”
These visual and sensory experiences invite us to wonder about the depths of God’s creation, a constant reminder of hope in our current journey.
As we move through life, we often yearn for peace and comfort. We are to be reminded of the intimacy of love found even in the smallest moments—a reflection of God’s love, which invites us to embrace vulnerability and connection.
Ultimately, our hearts are drawn to the promise of an eternal life filled with grace. We look forward to the day when shadows will dissolve and fears will be no more.
“Gone are the shadows, fears dissolved,
Where pain and want are fully healed.”
What lies ahead is incomprehensible by human understanding, yet it is filled with promise, embraced in divine love.
Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You for the hope of eternity. Help us to keep our hearts focused on the promise of what lies ahead. As we journey through life, may we find comfort in the imagery of Your love and grace, eagerly anticipating the day when we step into Your glorious presence. Teach us to live in the light of that promise, trusting in Your plan for our lives. Amen.
Closing Thought
As we reflect on the beauty of heaven and the great divide that leads us there, let us walk through each day with anticipation, filled with hope and love. Heaven awaits us—a vibrant tapestry of colors, sounds, and embrace, reminding us to cherish each moment as a reflection of the eternal joy that is to come. Hold tight to the promise that one day we’ll find our place in the glorious embrace of our Creator.
A Writing
What’s it like, this great divide,
That sweeps us from this life away,
A threshold graced where souls abide,
Where earthly woes no longer weigh?
Is it akin to passing through a veil,
Where whispers float on gentle air,
And symphonies of grand detail,
Reveal a world beyond compare?
Will we behold those pearly gates,
That glimmer soft with stories told,
Or shall we glimpse vast, open estates,
A tapestry of colors bold?
Will a chorus of souls greet me there,
Thronging to welcome, a heavenly choir,
With open arms and joy to share,
Their laughter and love lifting me higher.
We’ve heard of streets where gold is laid,
Yet gold seems narrow, a single hue,
Could heaven be a vibrant cascade,
A master’s palette where visions are new?
Imagine reds like canyon floors,
Where sunlight spills, embracing earth,
Each hue’s a song that gently soars,
A celebration of life and birth.
What sounds shall greet us, sweet and clear,
With symphonies that touch the soul?
A chorus of joy, so pure, sincere,
Each note a story, making us whole.
Will greens emerge like forests deep,
With creatures dancing, wild and free,
And floral scents that softly creep,
Each blossom unveiling the mystery?
Imagine gardens where flowers bloom,
With fragrances that wrap around,
In every petal, our hearts consume,
As nature whispers, hope profound.
Surely there’ll be oceans, blue and deep,
That invite our hearts to sail free,
With gentle waves that stir and sweep,
A celebration of love’s decree.
Rather than mansions dimly lit,
With countless rooms and silent halls,
I long to soar where spirits flit,
Beyond the bounds where starlight calls.
Oh, the softness of a baby’s skin,
A tender touch that warms the heart,
In every hug, a world begins,
A simple love that plays its part.
A symphony of colors blend,
Like Kodachrome, each moment sing,
Forever praising without end,
In joyful reverence to our King.
An eternity to spread His grace,
To honor Him, the guiding light,
For in His arms, we find our place,
No longer lost, but pure delight.
Gone are the shadows, fears dissolved,
Where pain and want are fully healed,
Tears wiped away, love’s truth resolved,
As life forever is finally sealed.
Yet still I ponder what awaits,
In realms unseen, where dreams ignite,
A dimension where the heart elates,
My spirit dances in endless light.
More than my mind can grasp or know,
Beyond the visions I can weave,
Heaven’s embrace will freely flow,
In perfect love, we shall believe.
So I await, with hope in sway,
The moment when I shall step through,
To find the colors, bright as day,
A life renewed, forever true.
Copyright © 2024 by SkylerThomas
What No Eye Has Seen
(Inspired by 1 Corinthians 2:9)
Verse 1
No eye has seen, no ear has known,
The plans You’ve made, the love You’ve shown.
Beyond the veil, where hope takes flight,
Your glory shines, eternal light.
Pre-Chorus
What heart can dream, what words can say,
The beauty of that coming day?
Chorus
Oh, heaven sings, its voice so sweet,
A song of joy, our souls to greet.
Where tears are gone and shadows cease,
We’ll rest forever in Your peace.
What no eye has seen, no heart can hold,
Unveiled in love, Your plan unfolds.
Verse 2
The skies will gleam, the stars will bow,
Creation sings its anthem now.
Yet more than this, Your face we’ll see,
The boundless love that sets us free.
Pre-Chorus
What heart can dream, what words can say,
The beauty of that coming day?
Chorus
Oh, heaven sings, its voice so sweet,
A song of joy, our souls to greet.
Where tears are gone and shadows cease,
We’ll rest forever in Your peace.
What no eye has seen, no heart can hold,
Unveiled in love, Your plan unfolds.
Bridge
Imagine fields of endless grace,
Where every soul beholds Your face.
Each step a dance, each breath a song,
With saints and angels all along.
Chorus
Oh, heaven sings, its voice so sweet,
A song of joy, our souls to greet.
Where tears are gone and shadows cease,
We’ll rest forever in Your peace.
What no eye has seen, no heart can hold,
Unveiled in love, Your plan unfolds.
Final Chorus
When I cross that great divide,
And stand before You, arms spread wide.
What no eye has seen, my soul will find,
In You, my Lord, for all of time.
Copyright © 2025 by SkylerThomas