Free Christian Music Site

Have you seen this website, called GodlyChristianMusic.com ? I just heard about it recently by our friends that are staying with us right now. They have some music of their own posted on there (from some time back). Of course we are blessed to know the songs (the singers) and sing with them live, but for those of you who can't...I thought I would share it. :-) Some of our favorites are in the Children's Songs: Blessed are the Peacemakers, Birthday Song, Encourage One Another, Down with Discouragement, You Do It Unto Me (just to name a few!).

It might give you something fresh to listen to this Shabbat or Prep Day if you get the chance. I hope to explore other artists on the site soon too.

Praise YHVH!

YHVH, My Beloved - Worship

Adonai Ahuvi (Lord, My Beloved)

The Mighty One Of Israel - Worship

Shimcha Kadosh by Barry & Batya Segal (Hebrew and English)


The Mighty One of Israel, Randy Rothwell

Teshuva - Worship YHVH

Teshuva - I love love love this song! Teshuva is a Hebrew word that means "to return to" it has a sense of correction and repentance in it. It embodies a contrite heart and willingness to change and be taught. It is such a grace filled, beautiful word, that holds so much meaning for me. It embodies Y'shua's message and what YHVH calls us all to do.


Lyrics:
There came one day a prophet man,
crying in the wilderness
He came to tell the people to return
To tell them to return
Justice, kindness, love and mercy
Was the message he did give
He gave them words of Torah,
That by them they should live

Teshuva
Returning to Torah
Teshuva
Repentance in our hearts
Teshuva
Returning out of love
OH teshuva, teshuva

Y’shua, when He came,
He came to be among His own
Talmudin He called to follow, to follow him alone
He told them that not one stroke would disappear from the law
He is the living Torah standing in the midst of us all

Teshuva
Returning to Torah
Teshuva
Repentance in our hearts
Teshuva
Returning out of love
OH teshuva, teshuva

Since the days of Messiah in the first century
We’ve forgot the root is Israel that supports the olive tree
And now the scroll once so precious
Lays tattered in the street
Come let us mend the pieces together
In love and unity

Teshuva
Returning to Torah
Teshuva
Repentance in our hearts
Teshuva
Returning out of love
OH teshuva, teshuva

Scroll of Wisdom, Scroll of Blessing
Torah scroll of feast and praise
When the love is born from Zion
We’ll all walk in His ways
A minion from the nations will take hold of the fridges of one jew
Saying please take me with you
For we heard God’s with you

Teshuva
Returning to Torah
Teshuva
Repentance in our hearts
Teshuva
Returning out of love
OH teshuva, teshuva

Teshuva, out of love (repeat)

Lessons in The Dance

If you have not been so blessed as to dance in Worship in The Body of YHVH, I encourage you to look forward to the day you might! There are great lessons in the dance. Lessons learned on an individual and communal level. Lessons learned about trust and intimacy with YHVH is the midst of others. Let me explain.

When one first enters the circle, he usually has NO training what so ever. You don't know a Miyam (Hebraic dance step) from a Macarena (and pop dance craze of the early 90's). Insecurities are high and you hope that no one else notices how clueless you are! However, when one enters into a dance circle, it is a place of acceptance among YHVH's family. Everyone in that circle has "been there" or "IS there" with you! An atmosphere of grace and love reside (just as they were first shown). Someone, who actually has done it longer leads and encourages those who are new right in the midst of the dance. You quickly find the seasoned dancers to watch and follow. You quickly learn not to follow the others whom are not dancing strongly yet, lest you all end up in a heap! It's awkward and cumbersome. There is no room for pride and arrogance in a worship dance circle. We are humbled and learn to follow. We goof, we stumble and even may spin into the person next to us! But, the circle moves on. We learn we can't dwell on our mistakes, but rather focus on the next move and press in. We learn when is the right time to step in and when is the right time to step out! With lots of practice and diligence, we learn the dance. With devotion and a will to worship and willingness to be transparent in the midst of our family... it gets easier to follow. Those Brothers and Sisters who are more experienced in the dance, may offer to coach you on the side. They are not their to impress people with their skill and experience, but rather want to share the experience with others and consider them as more precious them themselves in the process of worship. Many leaders will simplify the moves for the beginners whenever possible. All this is a beautiful demonstration of the BODY, the family of YHVH. The dance circle is an expression of love. First it seems, to be an expression of love to our fellow man than to YHVH. (Even though we don't realize it!)

If a regular group of people dance together frequently - that too becomes a beautiful picture of our walk together as a family that becomes better in tune with the Spirit which brings us in better tune with one another. It becomes poetry in motion. A group of people stepping in time and flowing together in unison of worship. They have already been through those sloppy mechanics and awkward learning moments. They have already spun into one another and kicked of beat and stumbled. They have already discussed the difference between a Yemenite and a Tchurkasiah (more Hebraic dance moves), but now...they dance effortlessly because the mechanics were worked out. The flesh was overcome and it becomes a very spiritual expression that flows without effort. This only comes from practice, diligence, co-operation and "letting go" of ones self. Sometimes it might come within a song the first time one dances it, if we are following in right tune with the Spirit - what precious moments those are! Other times, (that seem more often) it might take many many sessions of practice and training and guidance to change how we move. In either case, there is no place for discontentment, contention, insecurity, fear, accusation, divisiveness or self preservation in the Worship Dance Circle. This is how YHVH wants us TO BE all the time: Open, willing, listening, watching, loving, cooperating, caring, attentive to others and moving exactly as YHVH leads. Messianic Hebraic Worship Dance is a beautiful shadow picture of the many stages of our walk with Yah, and our spiritual condition. We are called to humble ourselves before Him and others and to MOVE forward for HIS purposes, as a way of life - as a life of worship.

May you desire to bask in the lessons, joy and lifestyle of The Dance with YHVH and His Family!

In Him,

Pesach Play List

Hebrew Worship

I often find myself searching (and researching) for Messianic Song Books, with discs for our family to learn from. They are very hard to come by! (Suggestions welcome in the comments if you are aware fo some!) I didn't want popular music by Wilbur and folks like that - although it has its place and we LOVE it. I was hoping to find things similar to praise and worship books we used to have for church services -yet more Scriptural and Hebraic ...if that makes sense. Another problem I ran into was that what few Messianic song books that are out there, seem to be in chords for guitar and we are looking both scaled music and chords. Anyway, a while back (before I got on my very tight budget!) I found this WONDERFUL resource which seems to be a collabrative work between people in Germany, Holland and Israel (gotta love the internet - right?!). It is said to be the most popular collection of songs used in the Messianic gatherings in The Land. The song book has about 230 songs in it, and comes with a disc of about 30 of those songs. Which I have turned into a play list to share with you (below). There is an 8 CD set available which covers ALL 200+ songs in the book. I am hoping we will be able to get it this Spring. Please pray that we can (it is a very LARGE purchase and things are tight). If I do, I will be sure to share those in play lists too!

The song book in this collection is a very comprehensive tool! It is very clearly written and contains about 230 songs. (It run about $70.) Each song is written in Hebrew, Hebrew transliteration, AND English translation with Scriptural reference. The music AND the chords are also provided!!


Even if you don't know Hebrew or are still learning, this is beautiful music to have playing in the back ground of your Shabbat. I am just so tickled to share this with you. Enjoy!

Much Love,

I AM (10) - Worship

Photo taken by sister, Hailey (12)

The following is a recording of songs that Elijah own song recorded on our computer (with a really crumby mic!). Elijah started playing piano when he was 6, and last year he wanted to learn to play the guitar (all for the purpose of worshiping YHVH). He plays on the guitar His Grandpa David got him. With a little help of daddy (who is learning at the same time) and lots of self motivation and practice on his own in the last few months especially, he has put together this list of songs. We thought we would share it with you. The singers on "Be still" are him and 4 of his siblings, Hailey, Naomi(6), Gideon(4), Eliana(4). All the guitar and vocals are Elijah. Papa said, he had to have a title for his new "album", so we are calling it

With Love,

Joy in the Journey

May you be blessed by this beautiful song. May we all remember to be joyful in the journey!

The Things We Leave Behind

My Sweet Soul Sista Amy sent this to me today. It was right in line with how the Father has me interceeding in the Spirit for our Michpacha (Family) in YHVH today. I hope it ministers to you.

Shabbat Songs

Here's another play list for you.

Shabbat Shalom,

Shabbat Playlist

We pray this playlist be a blessing for your family on Shabbat.

Shabbat Shalom,

Giving Thanks Playlist

We have SO MUCH to be thankful for! Let us sing!

Thankfully,

Psalms Play List (Sons of Korah)

May these songs of the Psalms help you "write the Word on your heart". Enjoy!

In Him,

Family Preparation Day Music

Ben figured out how we can make our own custom playslist from our own music (and showed me how to do it)!! I am so excited! I have wanted to do this for so long! This is a fun collection designed to help Momma's work side by side with their little ones on Preparation Day. Music always makes a day of work go so much sweeter for everyone, doesn't it? I pray this playlist be a blessing from my home to yours! May your preperations be sweet this week!

Much Love,

and the Tribe of Ben