I am trying to write songs for churches aiming at a contemporary style, looking for biblical theology that is relevant to newcomers as well as regular churchgoers, but with an emphasis on discipleship. The underlying message is that we as the body of Christ carry on the mission of Jesus, participating in the reconciliation of all things and that as individuals we are saved into God’s plan for our lives (Ephesians 2: 10).
Some are finished and others are works in progress. I would be rapt if anyone wanted to use these in churches or groups – but please let me know. I would love to hear how they go.
If you are interested in other songs I have written, have a look at my Songs Archive.
Glen
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Joy to the World
Lyric Video Not the carol. A personal Advent reflection. Song composed last week of November 2020. Thanks to unsplash.com and pexels.com for the images (c) Glen B Powell 2020. Read more
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Light a Candle
© Glen Powell 2015 Light a Candle – Lyrics Light against the darkness, peace against our violenceJoy against all sorrow, we are never aloneLight a candle, pray a prayerHope in Christ, against despairIn the name of Jesus, the light of our world Emmanuel, EmmanuelGod with us, Emmanuel(Emmanuel, Emmanuel) Truth against the Powers, Love against all Read more
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Light Shines in the Darkness
This song explores the idea that the light cannot be put out by the darkness. It is based on John 1, which describes how in the beginning was the Word, the light of humankind. He was with God and was God. Jesus is the Word of God. This song is suitable to sing by groups or to Read more
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Mary’s Song (Magnificat)
This song is based on Mary’s Song from Luke 1: 46-55, known as the Magnificat. This is the longest set of words spoken by a woman in the New Testament and is her announcement about the subversive nature of Jesus’ kingdom and ministry to come. In her song, Mary declares: “He has brought down rulers Read more
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My Love
© Glen B Powell 1985 My Love – Audio Audio: from Album ‘Womb’ (1994) Audio: From the album ‘Womb’ by Quick and the Dead (1994) Audio: Live recording at Flevo Festival (1996) My Love – Lyrics Nothing you could ever sayNothing you could ever doCould make me change in any way My love for you Read more
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No Secret Message
© Glen B Powell 1985 Audio: From the album ‘No Secret Message’ by Glen Powell (1997) Read more
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Our Father
This is a reflection on the Lord’s prayer. (Matthew 6:5-13). Feel free to use in worship. Our Father – Video Our Father – Lyrics Our FatherWho loves us like a mother loves her newborn childOur father in heaven Your KingdomSo unlike this petty world of would-be leaders and power-strugglesYour Kingdom comeYour will be doneOn earth Read more
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Songs Worth Singing in Church…
In almost every congregation, there is an awareness that music is important. Some employ professional musicians, some have gifted volunteers, some just wish they had talented musicians. But even where there are many gifted musicians and singers involved in the music aspect of a church, the selection of music can still be pretty haphazard. Often Read more
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