This song, written in the style of Alan Menken, is based on the conversion of John Wesley. Despite all his religious activity, Wesley came to realise that he lacked true saving faith. This song is about that discovery. It is a song, and not a historical account, so I do not seek or claim complete factual accuracy. I hope it proves an encouragement and a challenge. Excuse the quality of the singing! For more information: www.christianitytoday.com/ch/131christians/denominationalfounders/wesley.html Lyrics: Over sea and land I've chased the smile of heaven, In religion's name I've sought my neighbour's good, I've admonished and instructed all around me And I tried to think and act just as I should. Yet this storm has blown a chill into my being, It's a fear that over recent days has grown - And suddenly I see as one now seeing: I praise a God I've really never known. There is something I lack, Something I want Show me the way, I pray. There is something they have, Someone they know, O heaven show the way. These Moravians have a peace that will not fail them, They've a hope that sings, while storms and tempests blow, They have something that I want with all my being, They know someone that my heart cries out to know! There is something I lack, Something I want Show me the way, I pray. There is something they have, Someone they know, O heaven show the way. Copyright Author
It is wonderful! Such a beautiful piece! I wish to have the music sheet 😉 Your singing is also nice 👍👏
This song, written in the style of Alan Menken, is based on the conversion of John Wesley. Despite all his religious activity, Wesley came to realise that he lacked true saving faith. This song is about that discovery. It is a song, and not a historical account, so I do not seek or claim complete factual accuracy. I hope it proves an encouragement and a challenge. Excuse the quality of the singing! For more information: www.christianitytoday.com/ch/131christians/denominationalfounders/wesley.html
Lyrics:
Over sea and land I've chased the smile of heaven,
In religion's name I've sought my neighbour's good,
I've admonished and instructed all around me
And I tried to think and act just as I should.
Yet this storm has blown a chill into my being,
It's a fear that over recent days has grown -
And suddenly I see as one now seeing:
I praise a God I've really never known.
There is something I lack,
Something I want
Show me the way, I pray.
There is something they have,
Someone they know,
O heaven show the way.
These Moravians have a peace that will not fail them,
They've a hope that sings, while storms and tempests blow,
They have something that I want with all my being,
They know someone that my heart cries out to know!
There is something I lack,
Something I want
Show me the way, I pray.
There is something they have,
Someone they know,
O heaven show the way.
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