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Derek Charles Johnson's cover of "Joy To The World." Accompanies his 4 part Christmas blog series "Songs Of The Season" which you can read at www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/blog Joy to the world, the Lord is come Let earth receive her King Let every heart prepare Him room And Heaven and nature sing And Heaven and nature sing And Heaven, and Heaven, and nature sing Joy to the World, the Savior reigns! Let men their songs employ While fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains Repeat the sounding joy Repeat the sounding joy Repeat, repeat, the sounding joy He rules the world with truth and grace And makes the nations prove The glories of His righteousness And wonders of His love And wonders of His love And wonders, wonders of His love Lyrics: Isaac Waats Musical Arrangement: arranged by Lowell Mason with melody from George Frederick Handel (“Antioch”) Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek
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BATTLE BELONGS / / Phil Wickham / / Acoustic Cover by Derek Charles Johnson / / Music Video Cover of the song “Battle Belongs” by Phil Wickham. Acoustic guitar and vocals by Derek Charles Johnson. SUBSCRIBE to Derek Charles Johnson: https://bit.ly/30J9V2Z ---------------------------------------------
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______________________________________ BATTLE BELONGS LYRICS When all I see is the battle, You see my victory When all I see is the mountain, You see a mountain moved And as I walk through the shadow, Your love surrounds me There's nothing to fear now for I am safe with You So when I fight, I'll fight on my knees With my hands lifted high Oh God, the battle belongs to You And every fear I lay at Your feet I'll sing through the night Oh God, the battle belongs to You And if You are for me, who can be against me? For Jesus, there's nothing impossible for You When all I see are the ashes, You see the beauty When all I see is a cross, God, You see the empty tomb So when I fight, I'll fight on my knees With my hands lifted high Oh God, the battle belongs to You And every fear I lay at Your feet I'll sing through the night Oh God, the battle belongs to You An almighty fortress, You go before us Nothing can stand against the power of our God You shine in the shadow, You win every battle Nothing can stand against the power of our God An almighty fortress, You go before us Nothing can stand against the power of our God You shine in the shadow, You win every battle Nothing can stand against the power of our God So when I fight, I'll fight on my knees With my hands lifted high Oh God, the battle belongs to You And every fear I lay at Your feet I'll sing through the night Oh God, the battle belongs to You Oh God, the battle belongs to You

Pray OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO - Listen in HD for best audio quality Pray Derek Charles Johnson, Jay Speight, Ross King copyright 2019 PerfectTree Music (ASCAP), Hip Elephant Music (ASCAP), CentricSongs (SESAC) Produced by Jay Speight Bottle Rockit Productions Management: Rixon Entertainment rixonentertainment.com marcus@rixonentertainment.com _ Video Production by IndieBling Studio IndieBling.com _ Mixed & Mastered by Marcelo Pennell Lead Vocals | Derek Charles Johnson Engineering, Programming, Keys, BGVs | Jay Speight Guitars | Casey Leeland Single available here: iTunes: https://apple.co/2MMfZ4L Apple Music: https://apple.co/2yLHP8U Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2T9Rz6t Pandora: https://pdora.co/2OFp6Xr Amazon: https://amzn.to/2M3NfVM Deezer: https://bit.ly/2ZErzCw Artist website: http://derekcharlesjohnson.com/ Connect with Derek MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson Parler: https://parler.com/profile/derekcharlesjohnson Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson Twitter: https://twitter.com/DCJohnsonmusic

Derek Charles Johnson’s performance of “How Deep The Father’s Love For Us” Written by Stuart Townend. How Deep The Father’s Love For Us is a beautifully crafted song. I don’t know of another modern-day hymn that summarizes the Gospel and Christ’s death and resurrection as poignantly as this song does. It’s one of those songs that can bring a grown man to tears when stopping to read the lyrics and considering their weight (I might be that grown man!). And although we hear this song a lot around Good Friday/Easter, it’s one of those tunes we need to hear often as it reminds us again of Christ’s sacrifice. “It was my sin that held Him there until it was accomplished.” I need to sing that and be aware that it was my sin that put Him on the cross. But hallelujah, “His wounds have paid my ransom”! As always, feel free to like and share. And if you haven’t already, please hit that subscribe button! Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson http://www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/ How deep the Father’s love for us How vast beyond all measure That He should give His only Son To make a wretch His treasure How great the pain of searing loss The Father turns His face away As wounds which mar the Chosen One Bring many sons to glory Behold the man upon the cross My sin upon His shoulders Ashamed, I hear my mocking voice Call out among the scoffers It was my sin that held Him there Until it was accomplished His dying breath has brought me life I know that it is finished I will not boast in anything No gifts, no power, no wisdom But I will boast in Jesus Christ His death and resurrection Why should I gain from His reward I cannot give an answer But this I know with all my heart His wounds have paid my ransom Why should I gain from His reward I cannot give an answer But this I know with all my heart His wounds have paid my ransom

HOW GREAT THOU ART / / Derek Charles Johnson / / Acoustic Cover / / Music Video Cover of the hymn “How Great Thou Art.” Acoustic guitar and vocals by Derek Charles Johnson. Author: Carl G Boberg, Translator: Stuart K. Hine SUBSCRIBE to Derek Charles Johnson: https://bit.ly/30J9V2Z -------------------------------------------- 
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_____________________________________ HOW GREAT THOU ART LYRICS O Lord my God! When I in awesome wonder Consider all the works Thy hand hath made I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder, Thy power throughout the universe displayed Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee: How great Thou art, how great Thou art! Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee: How great Thou art, how great Thou art! And when I think that God, His Son not sparing, Sent Him to die, I scarce can take it in; That on the cross, my burden gladly bearing, He bled and died to take away my sin Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee: How great Thou art, how great Thou art! Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee: How great Thou art, how great Thou art! When Christ shall come with shout of acclamation And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart There I shall bow in humble adoration, And there proclaim, my God, how great You are! Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee: How great Thou art, how great Thou art! Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee: How great Thou art, how great Thou art! Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee: How great Thou art, how great Thou art! Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee: How great Thou art, how great Thou art!

Derek Charles Johnson’s performance of “Because He Lives” Written by Bill and Gloria Gaither An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives! Is there anything more hopeful than the empty grave and the knowledge that we serve a risen Savior?! Amen! I’ve always loved this song and consider it a hymn, written by a wonderful musical couple: Bill and Gloria Gaither. The Gaithers have penned so many songs and alongside their Homecoming projects, their mark on Christian music will be long-standing. On a few occasions I’ve been able to sing Because He Lives as part of a church service; for special music or various events. Most recently I was able to sing this song for my Grandma Johnson’s funeral in January of this year. It was a blessing to think of the lines “And then one day, I'll cross the river, I'll fight life's final war with pain” and know that my grandma has now seen those very things come to pass. Hallelujah. May we all choose to follow Jesus; accepting His sacrifice for us on the cross and believing that the grave where He was laid is now empty. He reigns in heaven and is preparing a place for us someday. Because He lives, we can live as well! As always, feel free to like and share. And if you haven’t already, please hit that subscribe button! Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson http://www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/ God sent His son, they called Him Jesus He came to love, heal and forgive He lived and died to buy my pardon An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives! Because He lives, I can face tomorrow Because He lives, all fear is gone Because I know He holds the future And life is worth the living Just because He lives! How sweet to hold a newborn baby And feel the pride and joy he gives But greater still the calm assurance This child can face uncertain days because He Lives! Because He lives, I can face tomorrow Because He lives, all fear is gone Because I know He holds the future And life is worth the living Just because He lives! And then one day, I'll cross the river I'll fight life's final war with pain And then, as death gives way to victory I'll see the lights of glory and I'll know He lives! Because He lives, I can face tomorrow Because He lives, all fear is gone Because I know He holds the future And life is worth the living Just because He lives! And life is worth the living Just because He lives!

The Jesus Dare (Dare To Believe) Inspired by the book "The Jesus Dare" by Jay Payleitner. Book available May 6th, available for purchase here: https://amzn.to/2DrEU89 Visit https://thejesusdare.com/ The Jesus Dare (Dare To Believe) Derek Charles Johnson, Jay Speight, Cooper Bascom, Jay Payleitner copyright 2019 PerfectTree Music (ASCAP), Hip Elephant Music (ASCAP), Cooper Van Bascom (BMI), Jay K Payleitner (BMI) Produced by Jay Speight Bottle Rockit Productions Management: Rixon Entertainment rixonentertainment.com marcus@rixonentertainment.com _ Video Production by IndieBling Studio IndieBling.com _ Mixed & Mastered by Marcelo Pennell Lead Vocals | Derek Charles Johnson Engineering, Programming, Keys, BGVs | Jay Speight Guitars | Casey Leeland Bass | Sammy Sanfilippo Single available here: iTunes: https://apple.co/2IBRJRL Apple Music: https://apple.co/2ZuQcBW Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2URZREe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2GDiBhV Amazon: https://amzn.to/2UBrvjz Deezer: https://bit.ly/2ZrInNv Artist website: http://derekcharlesjohnson.com/ Connect with Derek MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson Parler: https://parler.com/profile/derekcharlesjohnson Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson Twitter: https://twitter.com/DCJohnsonmusic

O Come All Ye Faithful Produced by Jay Speight Bottle Rockit Productions BottleRockitProductions.com Video Production by IndieBling Studio IndieBling.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mixed & Mastered by Marcelo Pennell Song Arrangement | Derek Charles Johnson & Jay Speight Lead Vocals | Derek Charles Johnson Engineering, Programming, Keys, BGVs | Jay Speight Guitars | Casey Leeland Cello | Paul Nelson Single available here: iTunes: https://apple.co/2Q4M3mp Apple Music: https://apple.co/2A2N5p0 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2qS6ncx Pandora: https://pdora.co/2qOzXQi Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PzjwpI Artist website: http://derekcharlesjohnson.com/ Connect with Derek MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson Parler: https://parler.com/profile/derekcharlesjohnson Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson Twitter: https://twitter.com/DCJohnsonmusic

Derek Charles Johnson’s performance of “Good Good Father” Written by Anthony Brown and Pat Barrett with well-known renditions by Chris Tomlin, Zealand Worship, and Housefires I love the honesty of a song like Good Good Father which starts out “I’ve heard a thousand stories of what they think You’re like.” It acknowledges that people have many varying views of who God is and what they believe about His nature. But as we listen and worship through the song, it’s as if it states “this is Who He is (He’s a good good Father) and there’s nothing that can change it.” Perfect in all of His ways, good to us, loving and kind…these attributes are known by those who seek Him and desire to walk in fellowship with Him. Yes we need songs that balance out the loving nature of God with His holiness and righteousness. There are songs that do that. But as we are reminded of God’s righteousness, we must also know He loves us. Deeply. This song (written by Anthony Brown and Pat Barrett) helps us understand just how good our Father is. We may have had imperfect fathers. We may be imperfect as dads (I know I am!). But it’s good to know I can run to the One that is perfect. Who loves me with a love that nothing in this world can offer. As always, feel free to like and share. And if you haven’t already, please hit that subscribe button! Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson http://www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/ Well I've heard a thousand stories of what they think You're like But I've heard the tender whisper of love in the dead of night And You tell me that You're pleased and that I'm never alone You're a good, good Father It's who You are, it's who You are, it's who You are And I'm loved by You It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am Well I've seen many searching for answers far and wide And I know we're all searching for answers only You provide 'Cause You know just what we need before we say a word You're a good, good Father It's who You are, it's who You are, it's who You are And I'm loved by You It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways to us You are perfect in all of Your ways God You’re perfect in all of Your ways Oh You’re perfect in all of Your ways to us And it's love so undeniable I, I can hardly speak Peace so unexplainable I, I can hardly think As You call me deeper still As You call me deeper still As You call me deeper still into love, love, love You're a good, good Father It's who You are, it's who You are, it's who You are And I'm loved by You It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am You're a good, good Father It's who You are, it's who You are, it's who You are And I'm loved by You It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways to us

10,000 REASONS (BLESS THE LORD) / / Matt Redman / / Acoustic Cover by Derek Charles Johnson / / Music Video Cover of the song “10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)” by Matt Redman. Written by Jonas Myrin, Matt Redman. Acoustic guitar and vocals by Derek Charles Johnson. ---------------------------------------------
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______________________________________ 10,000 REASONS (BLESS THE LORD) LYRICS Bless the Lord O my soul, O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before, O my soul I’ll worship Your holy name The sun comes up, it’s a new day dawning It’s time to sing Your song again Whatever may pass and whatever lies before me Let me be singing when the evening comes Bless the Lord O my soul, O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before, O my soul I’ll worship Your holy name You’re rich in love and You’re slow to anger Your name is great and Your heart is kind For all Your goodness I will keep on singing Ten thousand reasons for my heart to find Bless the Lord O my soul, O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before, O my soul I’ll worship Your holy name And on that day when my strength is failing The end draws near and my time has come Still my soul will sing Your praise unending Ten thousand years and then forevermore Bless the Lord O my soul, O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before, O my soul I’ll worship Your holy name Bless the Lord O my soul, O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before, O my soul I’ll worship Your holy name I’ll worship Your holy name Lord I’ll worship Your holy name

Don’t Get Shipwrecked! | AS BOLD AS LIONS DEVOTIONAL | February 22, 2023 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 1 Peter 5:8 As I’ve gotten older, I have developed a fascination for stories about shipwrecks. Growing up near Lake Superior, I would often hear accounts of boats lost at sea; tales which simultaneously displayed utmost courage alongside total devastation. A common thread in these stories was a missed detail that led to the larger issue of the ship taking on water. Perhaps the course navigated too close to shallow ground and the hull was torn open. Perhaps certain maintenance checks went missed and over time, integrity issues arose. In many cases, heavy storms and full cargo loads were a bad combination and exposed underlying problems. In our Christian faith, little decisions here and there can cause cracks in our spiritual armor; cracks which eventually cause us to “take on water” and begin to sink. The enemy is a lion, seeking prey to devour. The small compromises we make in our lives can have big consequences. We may not even realize how far we have drifted. Just as a ship must be examined and navigated carefully, we must examine our lives and set the proper course. Reading and knowing Scripture, being in prayer, and staying in fellowship (i.e. accountability) are great ways to stay afloat. Our goal is make it to our destination in Christ. Don’t get shipwrecked! Question for today: What are the guardrails I have put in place in my life to avoid taking on water in my spiritual life? Pray: Lord help me to avoid compromises in my faith that lead me away from You. Help me stay the course. Want to subscribe to the AS BOLD AS LIONS devotional and blog mailing list? Click here to sign up: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/as-bold-as-lions Tune in to the weekly AS BOLD AS LIONS podcast, available on all major streaming platforms including: Spotify:https://spoti.fi/3DfKqbU Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/3gp6jvJ Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/6RgTqIoe0gb Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3G4Zt86 iHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/3UymTde My website podcast player: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/podcast We’d love to hear from you! Email: info@derekcharlesjohnson.com Interested in hosting Derek for an event? Visit https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/contact

Derek Charles Johnson’s performance of “I Have Decided To Follow Jesus” Perhaps the simplest declaration of faith we can make, I Have Decided To Follow Jesus is just one of those choruses that I love to sing to remind myself. There are some big statements here…no turning back, though none go with me still I will follow, the cross before me the world behind. All of them direct us to lay one thing down in order to pursue another. The thing we are pursuing is Christ. This world offers nothing attractive for us in light of Him. Have you decided to follow Him as well? As always, feel free to like and share. And if you haven’t already, please hit that subscribe button! Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson http://www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/ I have decided to follow Jesus I have decided to follow Jesus I have decided to follow Jesus No turning back, no turning back The world behind me, the cross before me The world behind me, the cross before me The world behind me, the cross before me No turning back, no turning back Though none go with me, still I will follow Though none go with me, still I will follow Though none go with me, still I will follow No turning back, no turning back I have decided to follow Jesus I have decided to follow Jesus I have decided to follow Jesus No turning back, no turning back

Derek Charles Johnson’s performance of “I Surrender All” A simple song of worship, I Surrender All is about as honest a song as we can bring (in my opinion). Occasionally I like to work this song into a worship set or a concert. It is one way to just pause and recenter and fall upon the Lord — appealing to His goodness and His mercy. All to Jesus I surrender! I cannot say those words without truly laying all of my life down. ALL to Him I freely give. My hope is that if I lay my will down, I don’t proceed to pick it back up again. It’s surrendered, it’s done. I want to follow Him and not turn back. As always, feel free to like and share. And if you haven’t already, please hit that subscribe button! Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson http://www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/ All to Jesus I surrender All to Him I freely give I will ever love and trust Him In His presence daily live I surrender all I surrender all All to Thee my blessed Savior I surrender all All to Jesus I surrender Lord I give myself to Thee Fill me with Thy love and power Let Thy blessing fall on me I surrender all I surrender all All to Thee my blessed Savior I surrender all I surrender all I surrender all All to Thee my blessed Savior I surrender all

LORD I NEED YOU / / Derek Charles Johnson / / Acoustic Cover / / Music Video Cover of the song “Lord I Need You” by Matt Maher. Acoustic guitar and vocals by Derek Charles Johnson. Words/Music: Jesse Reeves, Kristian Stanfill, Matt Maher, Christy Nockels, and Daniel Carson (2011) ------------------------------------------------WHERE TO FIND DEREK CHARLES JOHNSON: —MUSIC:
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______________________________________ LORD I NEED YOU LYRICS Lord I come, I confess Bowing here, I find my rest Without You, I fall apart You're the one that guides my heart Lord, I need You, oh, I need You Every hour, I need You My one defense, my righteousness Oh God, how I need You Where sin runs deep, Your grace is more Where grace is found is where You are And where You are, Lord, I am free Holiness is Christ in me Lord, I need You, oh, I need You Every hour, I need You My one defense, my righteousness Oh God, how I need You So teach my song to rise to You When temptation comes my way And when I cannot stand, I'll fall on You Jesus, You're my hope and stay Lord, I need You, oh, I need You Every hour, I need You My one defense, my righteousness Oh God, how I need You You're my one defense, my righteousness Oh God, how I need You My one defense, my righteousness Oh God, how I need You

Today’s Devotional - Monday August 29th “No Man Left Behind” And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. Hebrews 10:25 Question for today: Am I in fellowship with other believers on a consistent basis? Is there anyone I can think of today that needs to be in community again? Pray: God my prayer is two-fold: that I would remain in consistent community and accountability with other Christians. Additionally, let me look for those the enemy has separated from the fold. I pray for opportunities to reconnect with those who are cut off. Want to subscribe to the AS BOLD AS LIONS devotional and blog mailing list? Click here to sign up: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/as-bold-as-lions Tune in to the weekly AS BOLD AS LIONS podcast, available on all major streaming platforms including: Spotify:https://spoti.fi/3DfKqbU Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/3gp6jvJ Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/6RgTqIoe0gb Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3G4Zt86 We’d love to hear from you! Email: info@derekcharlesjohnson.com On the web: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com

Gratitude - Brandon Lake | Derek Charles Johnson Cover of the song “Gratitude” by Brandon Lake. Acoustic guitar and vocals by Derek Charles Johnson.
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____________________________________________________________________ GRATITUDE LYRICS All my words fall short I got nothing new How could I express All my gratitude? I could sing these songs As I often do But every song must end And You never do So I throw up my hands And praise You again and again 'Cause all that I have is a hallelujah Hallelujah And I know it's not much But I've nothing else fit for a King Except for a heart singing hallelujah Hallelujah I've got one response I've got just one move With my arm stretched wide I will worship You So I throw up my hands And praise You again and again 'Cause all that I have is a hallelujah Hallelujah And I know it's not much But I've nothing else fit for a King Except for a heart singing hallelujah Hallelujah So come on, my soul Oh, don't you get shy on me Lift up your song 'Cause you've got a lion inside of those lungs Get up and praise the Lord So come on, my soul Oh, don't you get shy on me Lift up your song 'Cause you've got a lion inside of those lungs Get up and praise the Lord So come on, my soul Oh, don't you get shy on me Lift up your song 'Cause you've got a lion inside of those lungs Get up and praise the Lord So I throw up my hands Praise You again and again 'Cause all that I have is a hallelujah Hallelujah And I know it's not much But I've nothing else fit for a King Except for a heart singing hallelujah Hallelujah

Derek Charles Johnson’s performance of “Jesus Paid It All” If the Gospel could be summed up in one song, perhaps Jesus Paid It All would be that song. It’s a beautiful hymn. But I often forget to just consider the words and if you dropped all the music, consider what the message is. Jesus paid the price. Nothing else needs to be done. The work is finished. We could not do it. We could not save ourselves. But Jesus stepped in and took our place and took away the crimson stain that falls on all of us. He washed it white as snow. There’s powerful imagery there. Each time we hear this song and consider the imagery, we should relive the message that we cling to in Christ. Because we live in a world that either does not know OR it thinks it knows but has it wrong. I love this hymn because it brings me back to this simple reality: Jesus paid my sin debt and because of Him, I can stand before the Father complete — He sees me without sin, blemish, or stain because of Christ. Hallelujah! As always, feel free to like and share. And if you haven’t already, please hit that subscribe button! Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson http://www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/ I hear the Savior say Thy strength indeed is small Child of weakness, watch and pray Find in Me thine all in all Jesus paid it all, all to Him I owe Sin had left a crimson stain He washed it white as snow Lord, now indeed I find Thy power and Thine alone Can change the leper’s spots And melt the heart of stone Jesus paid it all, all to Him I owe Sin had left a crimson stain He washed it white as snow (And all my sin and all my shame is washed away) And when before the throne I stand in Him complete Jesus died my soul to save My lips shall still repeat Jesus paid it all, all to Him I owe Sin had left a crimson stain He washed it white as snow Sin had left a crimson stain He washed it white as snow

Derek Charles Johnson's cover of "O Holy Night." Accompanies his 4 part Christmas blog series "Songs Of The Season" which you can read at www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/blog O holy night, the stars are brightly shining It is the night of our dear Savior's birth Long lay the world in sin and error pining Til He appeared and the soul felt its worth A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices For yonder breaks, a new and glorious morn Fall on your knees, oh hear the angel voices O night, divine, O night when Christ was born O night, divine, O night, O night divine Truly He taught us to love one another His law is love and His gospel is peace Chains shall He break for the slave is our brother And in His name all oppression shall cease Sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we Let all within us praise His holy name Christ is the Lord, Oh praise His name forever His pow'r and glory evermore proclaim His pow'r and glory evermore proclaim Fall on your knees, Oh hear the angel voices O night divine, O night when Christ was born O night divine, O night, O night divine Lyrics: Adolphe Adam, composed to the French poem “Minuit, chretiens” (Midnight, Christians) by poet Placide Cappeau Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek
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Derek Charles Johnson’s performance of “Oh Lord, You’re Beautiful” Written by Keith Green From the album “So You Wanna Go Back To Egypt” by Keith Green I love simple songs of worship and Keith Green was masterful at writing such pieces. Oh Lord, You’re Beautiful is a song that strips away pretenses and simply leads a listener into a place of adoration and praise. And in response to seeing Christ so clearly we sing “I want to take Your word and shine it all around.” It’s a response that motivates us to share what we have found in Him. To let the unlooking world see and desire this “beauty” as well. The beauty of the Lord which draws us to seek Him, to follow Him, and to ultimately lay everything else aside so we can pursue Him. Hope you’ll enjoy this version and if you’re a Keith Green fan let me know what your favorite song is! As always, feel free to like and share. And if you haven’t already, please hit that subscribe button! Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/derekcharlesjohnson1/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/derekcharlesjohnson MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/derekcharlesjohnson http://www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/ Oh Lord, You're beautiful Your face is all I see And when Your eyes are on this child Your grace abounds to me Oh Lord, please light the fire That once burned bright and clear Replace the lamp of my first love That burns with holy fear I want to take Your word and shine it all around But first help me just to live it Lord And when I'm doing well help me to never seek a crown For my reward is giving glory to You I want to take Your word and shine it all around But first help me just to live it Lord And when I'm doing well help me to never seek a crown For my reward is giving glory to You Oh Lord, You're beautiful Your face is all I see And when Your eyes are on this child Your grace abounds to me Cause Your grace abounds to me

Holy Forever | Derek Charles Johnson (with lyrics) Cover of the song “Holy Forever” by Chris Tomlin. Acoustic guitar and vocals by Derek Charles Johnson. Words/Music: Chris Tomlin, Phil Wickham, Brian Johnson, Jenn Johnson, Jason Ingram SUBSCRIBE to Derek Charles Johnson: https://bit.ly/30J9V2Z ---------------------------------------------------- WHERE TO FIND DEREK CHARLES JOHNSON: —MUSIC:
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___________________________________________ HOLY FOREVER LYRICS A thousand generations falling down in worship To sing the song of ages to the Lamb And all who've gone before us and all who will believe Will sing the song of ages to the Lamb Your name is the highest Your name is the greatest Your name stands above them all All thrones and dominions All powers and positions Your name stands above them all And the angels cry, Holy All creation cries, Holy You are lifted high, Holy Holy forever If you've been forgiven and if you've been redeemed Sing the song forever to the Lamb If you walk in freedom and if you bear His name Sing the song forever to the Lamb We'll sing the song forever and amen And the angels cry, Holy All creation cries, Holy You are lifted high, Holy Holy forever Hear your people sing, Holy To the King of Kings, Holy You will always be, Holy Holy forever Your name is the highest Your name is the greatest Your name stands above them all - Jesus All thrones and dominions All powers and positions Your name stands above them all Your name is the highest Your name is the greatest Your name stands above them all All thrones and dominions All powers and positions Your name stands above them all And the angels cry, Holy All creation cries, Holy You are lifted high, Holy Holy forever Hear your people sing, Holy To the King of Kings, Holy You will always be, Holy Holy forever You will always be, Holy Holy forever

Today’s Devotional - Friday August 26th “You’ve Seen Me Do It, Now It’s Your Turn” Go…to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. And proclaim as you go saying, “The kingdom of heaven is at hand.” Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, cast out demons. Matthew 10:6,7 Question for today: If Christ would have me speak one thing today into someone’s life, what would it be? Pray: Lord give me boldness just like the disciples had when you sent them out. Want to subscribe to the AS BOLD AS LIONS devotional and blog mailing list? Click here to sign up: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/as-bold-as-lions Tune in to the weekly AS BOLD AS LIONS podcast, available on all major streaming platforms including: Spotify:https://spoti.fi/3DfKqbU Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/3gp6jvJ Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/6RgTqIoe0gb Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3G4Zt86 We’d love to hear from you! Email: info@derekcharlesjohnson.com On the web: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com

Today’s Devotional - Friday September 2nd “Open Our Eyes Lord!” And Elisha prayed, “Open his eyes,Lord, so that he may see.” Then theLordopened the servant’s eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariotsof fire all around Elisha. 2 Kings 6:17 Question for today: What steps are you taking to stay connected to other believers? Pray: Lord open my eyes to see those who are in the fight with me. Help us stay united in the faith. Want to subscribe to the AS BOLD AS LIONS devotional and blog mailing list? Click here to sign up: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/as-bold-as-lions Tune in to the weekly AS BOLD AS LIONS podcast, available on all major streaming platforms including: Spotify:https://spoti.fi/3DfKqbU Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/3gp6jvJ Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/6RgTqIoe0gb Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3G4Zt86 We’d love to hear from you! Email: info@derekcharlesjohnson.com On the web: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com

CORNERSTONE / / Derek Charles Johnson / / Acoustic Cover / / Music Video Cover of the song “Cornerstone” by Hillsong. Acoustic guitar and vocals by Derek Charles Johnson.
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 My hope is built on nothing less Than Jesus' blood and righteousness And I dare not trust the sweetest frame But wholly trust in Jesus name Christ alone, Cornerstone Weak made strong in the Savior's love Through the storm He is Lord, Lord of all When darkness seems to hide His face I rest on His unchanging grace In every high and stormy gale My anchor holds within the veil My anchor holds within the veil Christ alone, Cornerstone Weak made strong in the Savior's love Through the storm He is Lord, Lord of all Oh He is Lord Lord of all Christ alone, Cornerstone Weak made strong in the Savior's love Through the storm He is Lord, Lord of all When He shall come with trumpet sound Oh, may I then in Him be found Dressed in His righteousness alone Faultless stand before the throne Christ alone, Cornerstone Weak made strong in the Savior's love Through the storm He is Lord, Lord of all

Christ Be Magnified | Derek Charles Johnson (with lyrics) Cover of the song “Christ Be Magnified” written by Cody Carnes, Cory Asbury, and Ethan Hulse. Acoustic guitar and vocals by Derek Charles Johnson.
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________________________________________________________ CHRIST BE MAGNIFIED LYRICS Were creation suddenly articulate With a thousand tongues to lift one cry Then from North to South and East to West We'd hear Christ be magnified Were the whole Earth echoing His eminence His name would burst from sea and sky From rivers to the mountain tops We'd hear Christ be magnified O Christ be magnified Let His praise arise Christ be magnified in me O Christ be magnified From the altar of my life Christ be magnified in me When every creature finds its inmost melody And every human heart its native cry O then in one enraptured hymn of praise We'll sing Christ be magnified O Christ be magnified Let His praise arise Christ be magnified in me O Christ be magnified From the altar of my life Christ be magnified in me
 I won't bow to idols, I'll stand strong and worship You And if it puts me in the fire, I'll rejoice 'cause You're there too I won't be formed by feelings, I’ll hold fast to what is true If the cross brings transformation I'll be crucified with You 'Cause death is just a doorway into resurrection life If I join You in Your sufferings, then I'll join You when You rise And when You return in glory with all the angels and the saints My heart will still be singing, my song will be the same O Christ be magnified Let His praise arise Christ be magnified in me O Christ be magnified From the altar of my life Christ be magnified in me O Christ be magnified Let His praise arise Christ be magnified in me O Christ be magnified From the altar of my life Christ be magnified in me

Derek Charles Johnson's cover of "O Come O Come Emmanuel." Accompanies his 4 part Christmas blog series "Songs Of The Season" which you can read at www.derekcharlesjohnson.com/blog O come, O come, Emmanuel, And ransom captive Israel That mourns in lonely exile here Until the Son of God appear Rejoice, rejoice, Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel O come, Thou Day-SpringCome and cheer Our spirits by Thine advent here Disperse the gloomy clouds of night And death’s dark shadows put to flight Rejoice, rejoice, Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel O come, desire of nations, bind In one the hearts of all mankind Bid Thou our sad divisions cease And be Thyself our King of peace Rejoice, rejoice, Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel Rejoice, rejoice, Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel Lyrics: Jason Mason Neale (translator, original Latin “Veni, veni, Emmanuel") Musical Arrangement: To the tune “Bone Jesu dulcet cunctis,” perhaps arranged by Thomas Helmore Derek's newest album, "Seeing For The First Time" is available for order now! Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3drvb2c iTunes: https://apple.co/2Jcdp58 Apple Music: https://apple.co/33MhJSe Pandora: https://pdora.co/2UxruPZ Amazon: https://amzn.to/2wCq1zR YouTube: https://bit.ly/2JqTEXE CDs available here: https://derekcharlesjohnson.com/product/553513 Connect with Derek
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