Imagine a world without Jesus,
Where we stand alone, or we fall.
No act of love,
Sent from above,
To represent us all.
What God, in his mercy, gave us,
Has no comparison;
For we have received perfection,
Through faith in his son!
Imagine a world without Jesus,
Who did what no other could do:
Discharging death
With his final breath,
Unmasking heaven's view!
Imagine a world without Jesus,
And think about what it would mean.
Then praise the day
He came our way,
To be our Christ and King!
Imagine,
Imagine,
Imagine a world without Him.
2. God
Befriends Us Well Listen... Quick MIDI
God made you, God made me,
And all nature's majesty!
We believe he certainly
Is a mighty friend!
Refrain:
Forever and ever he will always be
Looking after you, looking after me!
Forever and ever we are glad to tell
God befriends us well!
Cares for you, cares for me,
With his generosity.
We believe he certainly
Is a thoughtful friend!
Refrain:
Died for you, died for me;
Took our sins and set us free.
We believe he certainly
Is a loving friend!
Refrain:
Promised you, promised me
Our new home is heavenly!
We believe he certainly
Is a truthful friend!
Refrain:
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3.
The Angel's Message Listen...
Quick MIDI
In the fields of Bethlehem, shepherds were abiding,
When God’s angel spoke to them:
"Fear not, I bring you good tidings!"
Refrain:
Glory to God in the highest, and peace on earth,
Good will to men!
Glory to God in the highest and peace on earth,
Good will to men!
God has come to earth this day.
These are signs he gave you:
Swaddling clothes and manger hay,
Born a man to save you!
Refrain:
Christ has come for everyone,
Full salvation bringing.
With this joyous message done,
Heaven exploded with singing!
Refrain:
Glory to God in the highest, and peace on earth,
Good will to men!
Glory to God in the highest and peace on earth,
Good will to men!
God's good will has brought his saving peace to men
4. Our Father Listen... Quick MIDI
Our Father, Father in heaven, forever holy be your name.
Your will be done in heaven, may on earth, be it the same.
May the blessing of your Kingdom come, and not depart.
It is the promised Kingdom found in each believing heart.
Father, we come as children, trusting all that you have
said;
Knowing your care provides us everyday with daily bread.
In mercy, you forgive us, so we, too, will live
Loving brother, loving sister, showing love means to forgive.
Lead us far from temptation, and whenever Satan calls,
Wrap us in your protection; keep us safe so we won’t fall.
Yours alone is the Kingdom, power without end.
Yours alone is the glory, forevermore,
Forevermore,
Forevermore,
Amen.
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5. Faithfully Follow Listen... Quick MIDI
Faithfully follow his path in the years that lie before you.
Other pathways wind,
And fool the mind,
God’s changeless path is true.
Walk in the light of his Word; do not fear what is not known,
For Christ is there,
Taking care,
Keeping you his own.
Through the Spirit he has sought you,
He has taught you till this day
That the blood of Jesus bought you,
And paves the righteous way.
Faithfully follow his path; trust the work of Christ alone.
And he will be
Lovingly,
Leading you safely home.
To your heavenly home!
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6. Path of
Blessing Listen... Quick MIDI
Guide me, oh, Lord, on the path
That brings your mercy, not your wrath.
Promises true, are waiting there,
On your path of blessings.
Guide me, oh, Lord, on the path
That brings your mercy, not your wrath.
Faithful love, and tender care,
On your path of blessings.
Guide me, oh, Lord, on the path
That brings your mercy, not your wrath.
I’ll receive forgiveness, too,
On your path of blessings.
Guide me, oh, Lord, on the path
That brings your mercy, not your wrath.
Eternal life is mine, with you!
On your path to blessings.
7. My Best Friend Listen... Quick MIDI
My best friend, gave his life for me.
Isn’t that amazing? What a friend to be!
My best friend rose triumphantly!
Promised I would also live eternally.
Jesus is that best friend;
Saved me long ago.
And, because he did this,
I know
He loves me so!
My best friend always will be there,
Giving his protection and his tender care.
My best friend doesn’t ask a thing.
There are no conditions; nothing I can bring.
He’s the best friend ever,
And for all my days,
I will love my Savior, giving thanks,
Giving him praise!
He’s the best friend ever,
He is your friend, too.
Offers you salvation,
Just because
He loves you!
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8. Surely Listen... Quick MIDI
Surely, he has borne our grief and carried our sorrows.
Surely, he was pierced for our transgressions.
Surely, the punishment that brought us peace was on him.
Surely, by the wounds of Jesus Christ, we are healed.
(with harmony)
Surely, he has borne our grief and carried our sorrows.
Surely, he was pierced for our transgressions.
Surely, the punishment that brought us peace was on him.
Surely, by the wounds of Jesus Christ, we are healed.
We are healed.
9.(a)
Happily Easter After Listen... Quick MIDI
"He is gone," they said, "
Our Lord Jesus Christ is dead.
He is buried in a hillside grave."
All his friends felt grief,
When they should have had belief
In the promises that Jesus gave.
They had yet to see
That his death would be
The sacrifice for Men.
They had yet to learn
Jesus really could return;
He could take his life and live again!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, they will learn!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, he’ll return!
On the third day,
When the stone was rolled away,
There was nothing but an empty bed.
The disciples missed
What was meant by all of this.
"Someone must have taken him," they said.
But the Lord appeared
And the doubting cleared:
Christ, alive, for all to see!
And the power of sin
Was destroyed in death by him;
He was living proof of victory!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, they can see!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, victory!
Now, we all have heard
How our Savior kept his word,
As we celebrate this Easter Day.
We have come to know,
Like his friends of long ago,
We should never doubt what he will say.
On his throne above,
Jesus rules in love,
His Kingdom without end.
And our faith relies
On the promise we will rise,
To eternal life with him! Amen!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, life again!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, amen!
9.(b) Happily Easter After Listen... Quick MIDI
"He is gone," they said,
"Our Lord Jesus Christ is dead.
He is buried in a hillside grave."
All his friends felt grief
When they should have had belief,
In the promises that Jesus gave.
They had yet to see
That his death would be
The sacrifice for Men.
They had yet to learn
Jesus really could return;
He could take his life and live again!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, they will learn!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, he’ll return!
On the third day,
When the stone was rolled away,
There was nothing but an empty bed.
The disciples missed
What was meant by all of this.
"Someone must have taken him," they said.
But the Lord appeared,
And the doubting cleared:
Christ, alive, for all to see!
And the power of sin
Was destroyed in death by him;
He was living proof of victory!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, they can see!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, victory!
Now we all have heard
How our Savior kept his word,
As we celebrate Ascension Day.
We have come to know,
Like his friends of long ago,
We should never doubt what he will say.
He commands we tell
All the world as well
Of his Kingdom without end.
Let us spread the Word
Till all nations will have heard
Jesus Christ is Savior of all men!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, till The End
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, Amen!
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10. Led By The Spirit Listen... Quick MIDI
They are led by the Spirit to obey God’s commands;
To show love for their neighbors with their hearts and their hands;
Help the sick and downhearted, comfort those far from home.
And they give all the glory to the Savior alone.
They might raise up a building for the Spirit to fill,
Or work simply and quietly with God-given skill.
They are eager and willing in whatever is asked.
And they give their time freely to the Lord and the task.
We are led by the Spirit to thank God and to pray
For the volunteer workers celebrated today.
May their joy in his service be a blessing to all;
An example of how a Christian answers His call.