Following Christ
By: Beryl Quinton
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Description
My original composition, "Following Christ" describes -- in one song -- the theme of my "Amazing Graces" CD release, one Christian lifetime from the cradle to the grave. Depicted in the form of church events, one can personally relate to the progression -- from Baptism to Funeral and the hereafter.
Lyrics
1) Church bells chime; you enter for the first time In your parents' arms, your life begins Candles lit, water poured Blessed and anointed, you're bathed in the waters Prayers and promises recited for you; Those who love you best are filled with joy The sacrament of Baptism cleanses your soul The first step on your journey YOU'RE... FOLLOWING CHRIST, FOLLOWING CHRIST GOD'S NEW CREATION, TRANSFORMED BY HIS LOVE FOR YOU 2) As a little child, you grow in wisdom Knowing that one day you will receive Your First Communion, bread and wine Body and blood of our blessed Lord Jesus Once again the bells ring out to greet you Joyful is their welcoming refrain Jesus Christ comes to you Nourishing body and soul by His presence YOU'RE... FOLLOWING CHRIST, FOLLOWING CHRIST TRUSTING IN HIM AS YOUR JOURNEY CONTINUES Confirmation Day, joyful bells ring out Fire of the Spirit fills your soul Now you can renew promises made for you You are a soldier of Christ 3) Challenges and choices fill your journey: College, marriage, children, holy life Bells proclaim joys and pain A lifetime that's filled with the blessings of Jesus Chiming bells ring out again to meet you Relatives and friends are at your side With fond farewells, they celebrate The years of your life and your birth into Heaven YOU'RE... FOLLOWING CHRIST, FOLLOWING CHRIST TAKING HIS HAND NOW YOU FOLLOW... FOLLOW HIM HOME
