fix you

When you try your best, but you don't succeed
When you get what you want, but not what you need
When you feel so tired, but you can't sleep
Stuck in reverse

And the tears come streaming down your face
When you lose something you can't replace
When you love someone but it goes to waste
Could it be worse?

Lights will guide you home,
And ignite your bones,
And I will try to fix you,

High up above or down below
When you're too in love to let it go
But if you never try you'll never know
Just what you're worth

Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you

Tears stream down your face
When you lose something you cannot replace
Tears stream down on your face
And I

Tears stream down your face
I promise you I will learn from my mistakes
Tears stream down on your face
And I

Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you

Coldplay 2005


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narnia: prince caspian

The Pevensies return to “a more savage place than you remember” in the Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. This story begins the Prince Caspian Trilogy, 1300 Narnian years after the Wardrobe. The Telmarines have conquered the Narnians into the “deep wood” and all hope seems lost, as the magical “existence of talking animals” is relegated to legend and Aslan is all but forgotten. Only in desperate need, are our heroes, Peter, Susan, Edmund & Lucy, called back to Narnia. The Sons of Adam and Daughters of Eve fight along side the Telmarine Prince Caspian, Trumpkin the dwarf, Trufflehunter the badger, Reepicheep the chivalrous mouse to defeat the evil King Miraz and the Telmarine pirates. Narnia is renewed and belief in Aslan is restored.

The movie adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ classic remains true to the Christian allegory and biblical lessons of the original book. The positive messages are enhanced with dramatic character development and visual effects. What lessons can we learn?

Faith: “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7 Jesus Christ, like Aslan, will never abandon us or forgot about our need. He is always present, patiently waiting for us to call on His name and follow His guidance. Maybe we don’t always see Him because we are not really looking sometimes.

Trust: “…And this is the victory that has overcome the world – our faith. Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?” 1 John 5:4-5 How quickly we have “forgotten who really defeated the White Witch”. Remember the battles are already won when we trust that Jesus is the Victory.

Choice: “…choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods…on the other side… But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15 Lucy faced the important choice: follow the lion that she knows or give into a doubting crowd. Christians have a similar choice: follow Jesus or follow the gods on the other side. This struggle is not easy, comfortable or popular, but the right thing to do.

Temptation: “Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Matthew 26:41 Sometimes, even when we think we have things “sorted out”, the “White Witch” of sin tempts our faith. When our eyes are upon Jesus, watching and praying, we overcome the enticement and win the battles.

Pride: “Pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall.” Proverbs 16:18 Peter’s impatient plan of attack fails in futility and disastrous loss of life. How often do we make costly choices to fight the enemy in our own way instead of humbling ourselves to God’s Will?

Humility: “humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time” 1 Peter 5:6 Aslan confirmed "Good, if you (Prince Caspian) had felt yourself sufficient, it would have been a proof that you were not” ready for the Kingship of Narnia. Remember, when we humble ourselves under the will of God, we submit ourselves to the purposes He created for us.

humility

“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit,
but in humility consider others better than yourselves”
Philippians 2:3 NIV

humility = putting others first by giving up what you think you deserve

It’s not all about us. Humility is a difficult virtue to practice sometimes because it conflicts with our sinful tendency to be selfish, self-centered and self-serving. As Christians, we are called to “consider other better than ourselves”. But, how do we really do that!? Teach it well to our children? And model it to others, when our self interests, ego and arrogance get in the way?

Jesus is the way. Jesus is the ultimate example of humility. He modeled it in His sacrificial love and servant leadership. He emphasized it throughout His teachings and continues to train us in the way we should go. He wants us to be humble, just as He was humble. When we show true humility even when we think we deserve recognition, we put the focus on God rather than ourselves.

• God deserves all praise and glory. No one and nothing can compare with Him.
• Remember that He is our Creator and our purpose is to praise, worship and follow Him.
• When we are humble, we point others away from ourselves and to God.

It’s not all about us. It’s all about God and the people He calls us to love and serve.

© 2007 The reThink Group

memorial day

Lay me down in the cold cold ground
Where before many more have gone
When they come I will stand my ground
Stand my ground I'll not be afraid
Thoughts of home take away my fear
Sweat and blood hide my veil of tears
Once a year say a prayer for me
Close your eyes and remember me
Never more shall I see the sun
For I fell to a German's gun
Lay me down in the cold cold ground
Where before many more have gone
-Sgt.MacKenzie

algonquin

"The heavens proclaim the glory of God.

The skies display His craftsmanship.

Day after day they continue to speak;

night after night they make Him known."

Psalm 19:1-2 NLT

Last weekend was our annual canoeing adventure to the Canadian backcountry. We traveled over 18 miles by paddle and portage through Barron Canyon, Algonquin Provincial Park. Four days of wilderness quiet, a retreat to rest and rejoice in God's awesome creation.

Why do we do this? Awaking with the birds on a peaceful morning with the mist burning off into the warm sunny breeze. The calm evening as the waters still, the sun sets and the moon rises. The echo of the loon. The sight of moose. Wildlife and trees, mountains and hills, cliffs and valleys, ragging rapids and spectacular waterfalls. The splash and bubble of a paddle pulling through the cool water as gentle waves lap along the canoe. The crunch of the path under our boots with everything strapped to our backs. Trail mix. Freeze dried meals. Sleeping on the ground in a thin nylon tent feeling "safe" from the bears. Campfires and euchre. The fellowship of hanging the bear bag. And the experience of the "necessary box" in the woods.

faith & forgiveness

“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven: a time to be born, to die; to plant, to harvest; to kill, to heal; to break down, to build up; to weep, to laugh; to mourn, to dance; to cast away stones, to gather stones; to embrace, to refrain from embracing; to gain, to lose; to keep, to throw away; to tear, to sew; to keep silence, to speak; to love, to hate; war, peace.”
Ecc 3:1-8

Change is constant. Change is the fabric of life. In spite of ourselves, our success, our age, experience, preparation or position, no matter what, the storms of change come. The winds blow and the floods rise. Our lives are constantly stirred up, never settled completely, even when things appear calm. Change is usually outside of our control, against our will, effected by circumstance, influenced by others, never what we fully expect, good or bad.

Change sometimes happens when we least expect it or least want it. Or change does not come soon enough. We may anticipate change and work toward it, but the results and reasons always surprise us, maybe bringing exceeding joy, expectation and hope. Or catching us completely unprepared and devastating us; leaving us weary and heartbroken.

God never changes. He is always faithful. “Therefore know that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and mercy for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commandments” Deut 7:9

In the midst of change, we must remember “…the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is man’s all.” Ecc 12:13

Faith: the foundation that we trust will either prepare us for the storm or destroy us. “…whoever comes to Me, and hears My sayings and does them, I will show you whom he is like: he is like a man building a house, who dug deep and laid the foundation on the rock. And when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently against that house, and could not shake it, for it was founded on the rock. But he who heard and did nothing is like a man who built a house on the earth without a foundation, against which the stream beat vehemently; and immediately it fell. And the ruin of that house was great.” Luke 6:46-49

Forgiveness: the command required in the emotional conflict of change. “Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do. But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection. And let the peace of God rule in your hearts” Col 3:12-15

In faith and forgiveness, we trust that God has something to teach us, to change in us; we understand who we really are and what God calls us to be. Change encourages growth in our faith and forgiveness. Therefore, understand that change happens for a reason. Trust that God is good and sovereign. And He uses change to accomplish His Will through us.

Through faith, facilitate positive change by initiating forgiveness, build kindness into relationships, treating others the way you want to be treated (Matt 7:12, Luke 6:27-31), make the wise choice (Prov 1:5) and trust God no matter what. (Prov 3:5-6) No matter what the change.

patience

"Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD"
Psalm 27:14

patience = waiting until later for what you want now

It's not fun to wait! Sometimes it's frustrating to do the right thing, especially when we don't see any results for a "long time". We want others to have patience, but sometimes we are not interested in exemplifying it in ourselves. This month, we learn the benefits of waiting patiently.

• God created patience and He models patience as He waits for us to take our eyes off all the worldly things that distract us and make Him our focus and priority.
• God instills patience in us as He shapes us to be more like Him. When we understand God’s patient nature, we become "big picture" people who don’t become tired of doing the right thing.
• God uses patience in us to influence and impact our families, friends, and neighbors. As others notice patience being lived out in our lives, we have more opportunities to tell them about Jesus. As they come to trust Jesus, they’ll influence others as well.

© 2007 The reThink Group

guy trip

Last week my friends Bradley, Jim, Ronnie and I took a vacation through the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. Our trip included many stops at historical, natural and cultural areas of the south. We enjoyed museums and educational walks on Antietam, New Market, Appomatox Court House and Cedar Creek battlefields. Civil War re-enactors provided a very cool demonstration of a soldier's life during "the war". The small towns of Winchester, Lexington, Charlestown and Harpers Ferry were replete with old beautiful homes, notable cemeteries, charming shops and rich history. A highlight was a tour of VMI, Virginia Military Institute, complete with a Chapel service on Sunday morning and a place to "go". At Liberty University in Lynchburg there was a futile search for a memorial "something" supposedly for our church's founding pastor.

The Spring weather was in bloom and perfect for hiking... except for the day we attempted Monticello in pouring rain. I took hundreds of pictures of the beautiful rolling hills, mountains and farmland of the Shenandoah including this photo at Antietam. Fun driving adventures, theological conversations, political discussions, coincidental meetings, fierce card game competition and the relaxing hotel pool & spa made for a memorable trip with "the guys".

And we will always depend on priceline.com for the best deal, even if we have to book our lodging in the parking lot.

if there is any virtue

"Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you." Philippians 4:4-9

Joy. Finding a way to be happy, even when things don't go your way. How do you do that!? Be happy, no matter what the circumstance or situation? Philippians 4:4-9 inspires the understanding of the joy that God desires for the believer. Joy comes from a deep intimate relationship to the Lord Jesus, surrendered to His Perfect Will, obedient to His Commands, complete in prayer and humble in thankgiving with a predisposition to meditate on whatever things are true, noble, just, pure, lovely, good and praiseworthy.

Joy is found in Jesus always and only. Never can we really find joy on our own. Never in and of ourselves. Only in living out our faith in gentleness to others and concentrating on virtue can we find real joy.

to the measure

"I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen." Ephesians 3:16-21 NIV

done.

Game over. The Sabres eliminated from 2008 NHL playoffs after a disappointing season inconsistent with last year's President's Trophy team. They didn't have "it" this year. Whatever the "it" was, will be up for debate in the off-season... poor management? coaching? lack of on-ice leadership? injuries? defense? losing too many top players like Drury, Brier and Campbell?

As Buffalonian sports fans like to say: "there's always next year!!!"

joy

"Rejoice in the LORD always, I will say it again: Rejoice!"
Philippians 4:4

Joy = Finding a way to be happy, even when things don't go your way

A virtue is something God does in us to change the world around us.

• God created joy and exemplifies it. God is love, Giver of joy.
• God instills joy in us as He shapes us to be more like Him. When we mess up, God is always willing to forgive us, no matter what the offense, and give us joy again.
• God uses the joy in us to influence and impact our families, friends, and neighbors. As others notice joy being lived out in our lives, we have more opportunities to tell them about Jesus. As they come to trust Jesus, they’ll influence others as well. When we forgive others and show real joy in our actions, we show others who God is and what He’s like.

© 2007 The reThink Group

basic truths

Our children's ministry focuses on three basic truths in conjunction with a monthly virtue. These lessons are designed to teach kids "to grow in wisdom and statue and favor with God and man" Luke 2:52. Each Sunday, our team presents a Bible centered large group environment to support a classroom small group curriculum. My role as host and storyteller humbles me each and every week in preparation to teach the truth of God's Word. Often, especially this week, I need to significantly remind myself of the importance of these life lessons and practice what I teach.

Trust God No Matter What
Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths."

Make The Wise Choice
Proverbs 1:5 "A wise man will hear and increase learning, And a man of understanding will attain wise counsel"

Treat Others The Way You Want To Be Treated
Matthew 7:12 "Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets." Luke 6:27-31 "Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who spitefully use you. To him who strikes you on the one cheek, offer the other also. And from him who takes away your cloak, do not withhold your tunic either. Give to everyone who asks of you. And from him who takes away your goods do not ask them back. And just as you want men to do to you, you also do to them likewise."

resurrection sunday

“Now the first day of the week Mary Magdalene went to the tomb early, while it was still dark, and saw that the stone had been taken away from the tomb. Then she ran and came to Simon Peter, and to the other disciple, whom Jesus loved, and said to them, ‘They have taken away the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid Him.’ Peter therefore went out, and the other disciple, and were going to the tomb. So they both ran together, and the other disciple outran Peter and came to the tomb first. And he, stooping down and looking in, saw the linen cloths lying there; yet he did not go in. Then Simon Peter came, following him, and went into the tomb; and he saw the linen cloths lying there, and the handkerchief that had been around His head, not lying with the linen cloths, but folded together in a place by itself. Then the other disciple, who came to the tomb first, went in also; and he saw and believed. For as yet they did not know the Scripture, that He must rise again from the dead… And truly Jesus did many other signs in the presence of His disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name.” John 20:1-31

preparation day

“Therefore, because it was the Preparation Day, that the bodies should not remain on the cross on the Sabbath (for that Sabbath was a high day), the Jews asked Pilate that their legs might be broken, and that they might be taken away. Then the soldiers came and broke the legs of the first and of the other who was crucified with Him. But when they came to Jesus and saw that He was already dead, they did not break His legs. But one of the soldiers pierced His side with a spear, and immediately blood and water came out. And he who has seen has testified, and his testimony is true; and he knows that he is telling the truth, so that you may believe. For these things were done that the Scripture should be fulfilled, “Not one of His bones shall be broken.” And again another Scripture says, “They shall look on Him whom they pierced.” John 19:31-42

good friday

"And He, bearing His cross, went out to a place called the Place of a Skull, which is called in Hebrew, Golgotha, where they crucified Him... Jesus, knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, said, “I thirst!” Now a vessel full of sour wine was sitting there; and they filled a sponge with sour wine, put it on hyssop, and put it to His mouth. So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, “It is finished!” And bowing His head, He gave up His spirit." John 19:17-30

who?

“Even though you can't see them or hear them at all,

a person's a person, no matter how small!"

A courageous elephant, a tiny speck and Whoville turned upside down... "Horton Hears A Who" delivers an adventure of silly fun with important messages on life, faith and purpose.

Kids of all ages (that's me) learn that if we just listen and follow our heart, good things can happen. Our bumbling, yet lovable, Horton thinks he hears a call for help. His compassion leads to confirmation that the Whos were in trouble and needed his help. For a while he's on his own because no one believes him... "if you can't see, hear or feel something, it doesn't exist!" But Horton knows the speck is special and he holds the fate of Whoville on a clover wrapped in his elephant trunk. Horton's new sense of purpose encourages him through ridicule and danger because "I meant what I said and I said what I meant: An elephant's faithful, one hundred percent!"

The Whos yell out "We're here!!!" so the world can hear and all of Whoville is safe because an elephant in a jungle took the time to listen and answer a cry for help. Now the Mayor's 96 daughters can again share one bathroom, whatever that is?

be still...

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear... even though the earth be removed...
Be still, and know that I am God..." Psalms 46:1, 10

In the midst of the battles, in times of trouble and fear, when the world comes against us, God is sovereign and God is good. A prayer to acknowledge that God is God. He loves us, protects us and fights the battles for us. Though judgment comes, be still and know God is in control.

leap day

Every four years, in years evenly divisible by 4, except of century years not divisible by 400, on this 60th day on the Gregorian calendar, Februrary 29, 2008... Happy Leap Year!!!

"To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven" Ecclesiastes 3:1-12

Our lives seem ruled by calendars and time schedules. Today, we are reminded "to rejoice, and to do good" because everyday is a "gift of God". On this extra day, let us redeem the "time to be born, to plant, to heal, to build up, to laugh, to dance, to gather, to embrace, to gain, to keep, to keep silence, to speak, to love... a time of peace."

big bear

Tonight, I went to my first Sabres game of the season. And what a game! Our new trade Steve Bernier scores the first 2 goals, earns an assist and almost has a hat trick for first star honors. Wow, welcome to Buffalo! This big win over the Predators 8-4 was a Sabres classic including alot of phycial play, a few fights and even a goal from Peters. Hopefully, this will boast our playoff chances. Go Sabres!!!

the original plan?

I just had a really odd thought after reviewing Pastor Jerry's "moment after you die" sermon.

What was God's original plan? You know, if Adam never sinned. C.S. Lewis' Perelandra asks a similar question in the story of a planet that never fell to the temptation of sin. What if there was no death and everyone lived forever? Assuming procreation was part of that plan, where would the billions upon trillions upon gazillions of people live? Would earth be on huge city of skyscrapers, like Coruscant in Star Wars, one city one planet? Speaking of sci-fi, I guess maybe that explains why God created an infinite universe of solar systems and planets. Maybe He intended for us to populate the entire infinite universe. It's intriguing to think of 10,000 years of sci-fi solutions, space travel, technology and other cool things that may have developed if we were obedient to God's sinless plan and rested in His love? An odd thought, I know.

9th place

Okay, my October Sabres season predictions have proved "challenging". With a 28-23-8 record and 64 points, our boys in blue & gold are fighting for a playoff spot. In this final stretch with 23 games to go, they'll need to string together a bunch more wins to make that 7th or 8th seed. Our young team is showing glimmers of hope with Pominville, Roy, Vanek & Paille. And goalie Miller's .914 save % has kept us in some tough games. Soon we'll find out if Brian "Soupy" Campbell will stay a Sabre... and help us win a Stanley Cup. Go Sabres!!!

chronicles of kings

“Now make us a king to judge us like all the nations…and the LORD said ‘Heed the voice of the people in all that they say to you; for they have not rejected you, but they have rejected Me, that I should not reign over them’... And you will cry out in that day because of your king whom you have chosen for yourselves, and the Lord will not hear you in that day. Nevertheless the people refused to obey… No, but we will have a king over us, that we also may be like all the nations, and that our king may judge us and go out before us and fight our battles.” (1 Samuel 8:5-22)

1050 BC Saul, David, Solomon
930 BC Divided kingdom: 20 kings of Israel, 20 kings of Judah

“for so it was… the children sinned against the LORD their God… they did not obey, but they followed their former rituals… So these nations feared the Lord, yet served their carved images; also their children and their children’s children have continued doing as their fathers did, even to this day.” (2 Kings 17:7-40)

Bold personalities present themselves as saviors and kings to a nation founded on a Covenant promise and Godly Law. Leaders whose obedience to the LORD is suspect and rebellion to His WORD is evident. The downward spiral of sin, ebbing and flowing between temporary obedience and fundamental rebellion. A chosen people choosing “evil in the sight of the LORD” and continuing to do “what was right in their own eyes.” (Judges 21:25)

The LORD gave prophets and warning, miracles and hope, protection and forgiveness. Yet, the nation rebels and appoints “kings… like all the nations… to fight our battles”

722 BC Assyria scatters the ten northern tribes of Israel
586 BC Babylon captures southern Judah for 70 years

2008 AD United States of America… a nation rejecting… a nation refusing to obey… a nation falling.

But the hope of salvation does not reside in a president, politician or king. The LORD is faithful and “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign…” (Isaiah 7)

“behold… He who… was called Faithful and True… KING OF KINGS” (Revelation 19:11-16)

Jesus Christ… KING.

the toaster

My 94 year old Grandma often says: "the first hundred years are the hardest". This last week my family has experienced a major transition in the long and loving life of my Gram. After much stress and waiting, decisions and more decisions, changes and logistics, we moved my Gram to a very nice and friendly adult living home with renewed opportunity for new friends and activity.

However, it's hard to pack up 94 years of life into a cozy room and a closet. For the last few years, my Gram, in her wisdom, had begun to give away alot of her things. Her good health and wit has allowed her to ask each of our family what we could use or would want.

Today, I received "the toaster". This appliance has toasted bread for sandwiches for lunch that my Gram has shared with me for the past decade or so. Every few weeks, I had opportunity to stop at her apartment to enjoy lunch. Now, the toaster sits on my countertop reminding me of my Gram and our special lunches.

Next week, maybe my Gram and I will start a new tradition. Maybe I'll meet some of her new friends. Maybe we'll play a game. Maybe I'll bring a sandwich to share. Toasted, of course.

january

Florida.
83 degrees.
Fun 'n sun.
Hours in the pool.

Buffalo.
12 degrees.
Snow 'n wind.
Hours of shoveling.


Any questions?

arrgghh!!!

Last Saturday, my nephew Patrick and I didn't do anything, we just stayed at home and lied around. And if you ask us to do anything, we don't do anything.

Actually, we enjoyed the latest Veggie Tales feature based on a Silly Song from Larry. Our friends Pa Grape as George, Mr. Lunt as Sedgewick and Larry as Elliott entertained and educated us. When I asked my almost 6 year old nephew, "what did you like best about the movie?" He answered "the whole thing!!!" (even the angry cheese curls)

The pirates did actually do something for 90 minutes. In famous Veggie Tales silliness, we learned a lesson that laziness gets in the way of being the hero that the King wants us to be.

The movie was a ton of fun. Go see it with a kindergartener or a friend or a friend that's a kindergartener or acts like one. You'll be humming the song "Rock Monster" for days :)

website: http://veggiepirates.com/

YHWH

a prayer for the new year...

Take these shoes... Click clacking down some dead end street
Take these shoes... And make them fit
Take this shirt... Polyester white trash made in nowhere
Take this shirt... And make it clean, clean
Take this soul... Stranded in some skin and bones
Take this soul... And make it sing
Yahweh, Yahweh
Always pain before a child is born
Yahweh, Yahweh
Still I'm waiting for the dawn
Take these hands Teach them what to carry
Take these hands Don't make a fist
Take this mouth So quick to criticize
Take this mouth Give it a kiss
Yahweh, Yahweh
Always pain before a child is born
Yahweh, Yahweh
Still I'm waiting for the dawn
Still waiting for the dawn, the sun is coming up
The sun is coming up on the ocean
His love is like a drop in the ocean
His love is like a drop in the ocean
Yahweh, Yahweh
Always pain before a child is born
Yahweh, tell me now
Why the dark before the dawn?
Take this city A city should be shining on a hill
Take this city If it be Your will
What no man can own, no man can take
Take this heart Take this heart Take this heart
And make it break
- U2