Mother Terry, Juliet, Renee,
Vanessa, Janice, Patricia & brother James on bass guitar
Mission: "We want to take traditional
Gospel music to a higher level than it’s ever been, and carry the
Gospel message to places where it’s either been lost, or perhaps
never even been heard before. After waiting so long for this moment,
in some ways it feels like a new beginning, but actually it’s just
a big step forward on the same journey we’ve been on for all of
our lives.” - Renée Williams
Matthew 17:20 - I tell you the truth, if
you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain,
' Move from here to there' and it will move.' Nothing will be impossible
for you. (NIV)
POWER IN THE HOUSE - "It stands as a
statement of faith, and the realization of hopes and dreams that
simply refused to die."
POWER IN THE HOUSE is a recording done at
a series of 8 well-received concerts performed in Lucerne, Switzerland,
a place far away from Pennsylvania, but the home of people wanting
to hear the Gospel in such a delightful way.
"We really didn't know what to expect
on our first night in Switzerland when we recorded this album"
says Renee Williams. "But traditional Gospel music just connects
with people. It moves them, whether they know it's the power of
the Holy Spirit or not, they can feel it, and it crosses the lines
of color, and country, and even language."
About the Williams Sisters & Family -
Rev. James and Terry Williams, Juliet, Renee, Vanessa, Janice, Patricia
+ James Jr.!
The Williams Sisters' traditional, evangelistic
Gospel music springs from their early experiences as being the children
of Rev. James and Terry Williams, people who were not only musically
gifted themselves but dedicated to serving Jesus Christ. Being effective
evangelists, the Williams traveled along the East Coast spreading
the Gospel in word and music, in between making a living in several
vocations at their home base in South Carolina, when the five daughters
and one son, James Jr. were still small.
The Williams children accompanied their parents
on these evangelical crusades, and as they all had musical gifts,
became part of a family musical group, The Crusaders for Christ.
Rev. James and Terry Williams were the role models for their children,
teaching them by their own faith walk that "Only what you do
for Christ will last."
In 1978, The Williams family moved back to
their home town of Philadelphia, PA. The five daughters and one
son, James Jr. began their own musical Gospel ministry. Young James
learned the bass guitar, and Juliette became the group's drummer.
Throughout the '80's, using a varying roster of talented musicians
to fill in as musical accompaniment for the core group, this "young
act" developed a loyal following in the tri-state area of Pennsylvania,
New Jersey and Delaware, as well as North and South Carolina.
The late '80's brought some new, promising
developments for the Williams family. In 1987, The Williams siblings
and their mother, Terry, released their first independent album.
In 1988, Rev. James Williams was formally
called to the ministry and became the pastor of Philadelphia's Temple
of Christ.
Throughout the '90's The Williams Sisters
continued to "run the race" that the Lord had put them
in, for His gospel and His glory, through both their successes and
their trying times.
In 1992, they released another independent
album, much to the delight of their fans in Philadelphia. In 1996,
on a tiny independent label, they released an album, LIVE ON THE
EAST COAST: LET EVERY EAR HEAR, a collection of original, traditional,
classic Gospel songs done in the Williams musical style, which got
them noticed by the mainstream music industry, when the album made
it to the top ten in the Gospel music world.
The single from that album, JESUS WILL PICK
YOU UP was a huge hit, giving them national exposure, and became
their signature song, a calling card which introduced them to audiences
at their concerts.Two years of touring
and concerts resulted from this album, as they rode the wave of
success, giving them many opportunities to spread the Gospel through
their music.
Trying times to build their character and
faith in the Lord appeared in the form of "business complications".
Although these complications prevented them from recording another
album for 7 years, The Williams Sisters continued to vigorously
step out in faith, serving Jesus Christ through their music ministry,
living the truth that their parents instilled in them so long ago;
"Only what you do for Christ will last." They continued
touring and performing in concerts, still running the race they
were called to by the Lord, so long ago.
Five years into this trying period of time,
The Williams Sisters shared the stage at a local Philadelphia concert
with the well-known Gospel group, The Mighty Clouds of Joy. Producer
/ promoter Tony Beck was in the audience that evening, and approached
them about doing an album on his Messiah Records.
This association resulted in the 8 night
concert series in Lucerne, Switzerland, which led to this new album,
POWER IN THE HOUSE, their first album in seven years.
About the Williams Sisters' Gospel Music...
Billboard Magazine says The Williams Sisters'
POWER IN THE HOUSE "is a dazzling display of everything that is
timeless in Gospel's roots and traditions...Consider this a flawless
return to form by an act that's been missing in action for too long."
Amen! What a foot-stomping, hand clapping,
roof-raising, spirit-lifting, totally inspiring collection of evangelical
to the wall Gospel compositions which do a terrific job of sharing
the Gospel of Jesus with the listener, and explore how much we need
Jesus and what it means to follow Him, celebrating the hope we have
in Him. Whether it is the explosive praise and victory songs or
the easy beat ballads or solemn prayer hymns, these Holy Spirit
inspired songs fully express the Gospel message of what a Savior
we have in Jesus Christ, who gives us eternal life and is a true,
loving, dependable faithful friend, a source of comfort and strength
in whatever circumstance we are going through. The "Power"
in the house refers to the Holy Spirit, who indwells and enables
us in whatever we are called to do or face in following Jesus, and
is very much present in the performances, both vocals and instrumentals,
heard on this album.
POWER IN THE HOUSE is an absolute must for
anyone's Christian music collection, whether you are brand new to
Gospel music or long time enthusiast of the genre. Why? Because,
POWER IN THE HOUSE is such a terrific example of Gospel music, as
it rises to the standards of the William Sisters mission statement,
listed above: "to take traditional Gospel music to a higher
level than it’s ever been."
It will greatly bless the listener as it
did this reviewer.
This collection of songs is Gospel music
at its very best, displaying all the great qualities of the Gospel
music genre that set it apart from all the other genres; Emotional
involvement of the performers, heart-felt, energetic, poignant,
full of the Spirit strong vocals, memorable melodies and a talented
accompaniment band. Plus, these songs have the best BRIDGE and VAMP
performance sections I've heard since I began reviewing Gospel music
three years ago. The Bridge and VAMP sections of each song are the
exclamation point, the lightening bolt of the message of the song,
so beautifully showcased in the performers' rendition of the composition
at hand.
Spiritual Themes / Truths Found in Their
Compositions..
Victory AND Hope In Jesus! - NEVER LOST THE
FIGHT, RUN THIS RACE, I'M READY
Jesus Provides - I'M READY, POWER IN THE
HOUSE, MY CHANGE, FRIENDS FOR EVERMORE
We need Jesus - JESUS WILL PICK YOU UP, PERILOUS
TIMES, TRY GOD, MY FATHER'S HOUSE
Following Jesus - SOMEBODY'S WATCHING YOU,
RUN THIS RACE, JESUS WILL PICK YOU UP
"It stands as a statement of faith,
and the realization of hopes and dreams that simply refused to die."
Sample of some of the Songs on the CD - POWER
IN THE HOUSE -
* NOTE: Words in {{xxx
}} are approximate. The
VAMPS were not written down on lyric pages sent to me, and I didn't
receive all the lyrics to all the songs, so I did the best I could.
This is another reason to buy the CD for yourselves!
* * * ++ NEVER LOST THE FIGHT - Words and
Music by Jay Lowe, Solo & Duet vocals by Renee & Juliet
Williams, Horn Arrangement by Bill Jolly
Favorite Song of this reviewer. It begins
this CD with an eruption of joy and Spirit and sound, a song which
jubilantly expresses a lively explanation of Jesus' death and resurrection,
and what that means to us. Song would be great for an Easter celebration,
as well as a reminder for the whole year of what a Savior we have
in Jesus!
A rousing, emotional victory in Christ song
with a lot of kick, energy and drive! The Spirit roars through this
performance easily infecting, inspiring the listener. Will definitely
inspire the listener to dance around the room in joy and thankfulness.
It is impossible to feel cranky after listening to this song, as
it changes negative attitudes.
Starts off with a vigorous beat, followed
by full sound, courtesy of the cooking accompaniment, which pumps
up the piece with horns, a very hot bass guitar and sizzling piano,
with nice organ embellishments. Melody bolstered with precise, intricate
rhythmic moving counter melodies for all instruments, not to mention
the syncopation, which is difficult to pull off but obviously not
for this band!
Features a powerful BRIDGE and VAMP, which
adds the icing on the top of a full-blown joyous victory song, a
celebration of what Jesus did for us. Great use of dynamics; vocals
and accompaniment start off softly in the bridge, though the band
still cooks away with gusto. The sound builds in volume, in emotion
and intensity and then blooms in the VAMP. WOW! It gives the listener
chills!
Features A spirited, sister duet, back up
strongly by the family ensemble, which brings to life the joy and
amazement of Easter Morning.
Related Scriptures: (John 19 & 20, Matthew
27 & 28, Mark 15 & 16, Luke 23 & 24, Phil 2:8-11, Heb.9:24)
Lyrics:
1) It was an old rugged cross, they made
of wood, for the hill called Calvary, the Bible said its good, they
hung Jesus high, nailed his hands and his feet, and they pierced
his side, between two thieves, He was crucified....They placed a
stone at the entrance to the tomb they laid him in, Three, three
days later, my Savior rose again!
Chorus of Victory: He never lost the fight!
(I know He didn't). He never lost the fight! (I've got a right)
I have a right to the tree of life, (because he never) cause He
never lost the fight! (He never lost
the fight) He never lost the fight (for you and me), He never
lost the fight! (I've got a right) I have a right to the tree of
life, (because he never) cause He never lost the fight!
2) I can never repay you Jesus for what you
done for me! you shed innocent blood {{to lay}} for
me, Bible says I'll find no want, in this faith, {{but whosoever
believes in Him is}} to carry on in Jesus name. The cross
became heavier, He's been there too. {{ Laid his head on
a rock in a cloth shawl}} somewhere in that tomb. Chorus
Bridge: (Starts off softly); They hung him
on a cross, They hung him on a cross, and they whipped him all night
long, and they whipped him all night long, from the 6 to the mighty
hour, he hung right there on a cross, yes He did. He did, They laid
Him in a tomb, in a tomb, They laid Him in a tomb, in a tomb, They
laid Him in a tomb, in a tomb,4x (sound builds)
(Starts softly) On that first day, he laid
right there, On that first day, he laid right there, On that second
day, he laid right there, On that second day he still laid there,
On that third day, On that third day, On that third day! You talk
about the third day!, That third day!! That third day!! That third
day!!! That third day!!! That third day!!!! That third day!!!!
Vamp: {{He rose! He rose! (Yes He
did), He rose! (Yes He did), He rose! (Yes He did), (My Savior),
He rose, (Yes He did), (With all power), He rose! (in his hands),
He rose! (With all power) He rose! (in his hands), He rose, (Yes
He did), He rose, (Yes He did), He rose! (Yes He did) He rose!}}
{{My Jesus! He rose, (Holy Ghost Power),
He rose, (in His hand), He rose,(Healing power), He rose, (in His
Hand, He rose, (Talkin' about your doctor) He rose, (who loves you),
He rose, (Talkin' about your lawyer), He rose, (who loves you) ,
He rose, (Anybody know?) He rose, (Anybody know?) He rose, (Anybody
know?) He rose, (Will All Power) He rose, (in His Hand!) He rose,
(All Power He rose, (in His Hand), He rose!!!!}}
Holy Ghost Power, He rose! in His hand. Holy
Power! Yeah!
* * * + + POWER IN THE HOUSE - Words &
Music by Renee Williams, Vocals by Renee & Juliet Williams,
Horn Arrangement by Bill Jolly & Tony Beck
Title song: a strong second favorite of this
reviewer.
The gospel story continues with the good
news that not only did the disciples receive the Holy Ghost at Pentecost,
but that we also have the Holy Spirit to help us.
Lead vocals by Renee and Juliet Williams,
tell the continuation of the victory Gospel story. Lyrics tell the
story of the first Pentecost, the coming of the indwelling Holy
Spirit in this gloriously snappy upbeat ballad / worship song, as
lively as the song reviewed above, with movin,' spirited musical
accompaniment, which so nicely offers great counter melody and support
for the main melody. Love the cooking guitars, with their funky
rhythm and 8th & 16 note counter melodies and piano parts, with
horn and organ accents, which keep the momentum of this composition
pumping along with energy and spirit.
Related Scriptures (John 14:16-17 & 26, Acts 2:1-4, 1 Cor. 2:
10-16, Romans 8 :15)
Lyrics:
Now on the day of Pentecost, when
it was fully Come, they were all in one place, they were all with
one accord. And sound came down from Heaven, as rushing mighty wind,
and it filled the whole house, the Spirit came on in. Now you don't
have to wonder, Who was in the House, it was the power of the Holy
Ghost, that's what we're singing about. We need.
Chorus1: Power in the house, We
need Power in the house, Nothing but Power in the house, Holy Ghost
Power, in the house!
Now when all this took place, they
began to Speak with tongues.Tongues like fire that filled everyone!
But if you look at churches today, so many have gone a stray, not
much singing, not much shouting, they don't even want to pray. But
you don't have to wonder, what's going on inside, the devil just
stepped right in, and took them all for a ride. We need....
Chorus 2: Power in the house, We
need Power in the house, Nothing but Power in the house, Santified
Power in the house!
Now the Lord told his people, come
on in the Upper room, the Apostles were there, the disciples were
there, and the mother of Jesus too, and if they had to be endowed,
with power from on high, what about you? what about me? We cannot,
get by! But listen; You don't have to wonder, what's being said
to you. Clap your hands and stomp your feet and let the Power come
on through...We need. Chorus 2
We need Power! Power! Come on in!
Bridge: I said Come on in (if you
are a liar), Come on in (if you are a back biter) Come on in (turn around and walk on in here) Come on in (if you are a drug
addict), Come on in, (Need to get on in here) Come on in, (Need
to get on in here).Come on in, (Let me tell you who is in the House,
y'all,) Come on in, (Let me tell you who is in the House, y'all!)
Come on in, (Let me tell you who is in the House, y'all!!!)
* {{
VAMP
}}:
Jesus in the House!! Jesus in the House!!, Jesus in the House!!,
(If you really want to know) Jesus in the House!! (He's the power
in the House), Jesus in the House!! (He's the power in the House)
Jesus in the House!! (Come on and help me say it!) Jesus in the
House! (Come on and help me say it!)
Jesus in the House!(Yes HE is) Jesus
in the House! (Yes HE is) Jesus in the House! (Yes HE is)
Jesus in the House! (Yeah) Jesus
in the House! (Yeah) Jesus
in the House! (He'll shake
you up) Jesus in the House!
(He'll turn you around) Jesus in the House!(Oh Holy Father) Jesus
in the House! (Yes HE is) Jesus in the House!
Jesus in the House!(Yes HE is) Jesus in the House! (Yes HE is) Jesus
in the House! (Yes HE is)
Power.... Power ...come on in! Yeah!
* * * + MY CHANGE - Words & Music by
Renee Williams, Solo Vocals by Renee Williams, String & Horn
Arrangement by Bill Jolly.
A comforting, testimony about how Jesus will
see us through all our troubles and trials and things will change
for our good.
A lovely Gospel hymn of testimony, with a
touch of R & B. Meaningful lyrics carried by poignant vocals,
put together with a lovely melody, which is subtly carried / supported
by piano, a touch of strings, organ and guitar, with horn accents.
Beautiful backup vocals, a harmonious sound which complements the
lead.
Related Scriptures (Romans 8:38, 1 Peter 5:7, Matt.11:28-30, 2nd
Cor.4:8-10,16)
Lyrics:
I've been down before, level to the ground.
Jesus was there, because he's always around. I've been in trouble,
didn't know what to do. I called my friend Jesus, He saw me through.
Chorus: I'm gonna what till my change comes.
2x
Momma told me, sometimes when you down. Keep
on smiling, don't you wear a frown. Through the storm and the rain.
Through your heartaches and pains. There's no need to worry because,
He'll bring a change.
Chorus: I'm gonna what till my change comes.
2x
I've had many tears, so many fears. Sometimes
I'm lonely, feel nobody cares. But the Master comes, and holds my
hand. He said there's no need to worry because I'm gonna walk with
you. Chorus
Bridge:Wait! My Change, My Change is going
to come. My Change! A change is going to come. My Change! A change
is going to come.
VAMP: {{ My Change, (it get rough sometimes), My Change,
(it get tough), My Change! (I get pushed to the ground), My Change,
(I'm going to keep holding on), My Change! I know it will come...}}.
I'm gonna wait till my change comes.I'm gonna wait till my change comes. (Thank
you Jesus)
* * * + I'M READY - Words & Music by
Juliet Williams, Solo Vocals by Juliet Williams, String & Horn
Arrangement by Bill Jolly & Tony Beck(Horns)
Easy flowing, nice R& B influenced, Gospel
worship prayer hymn with a nice bouncy rhythm to it. The song expresses
/ carries the hope we have in Jesus in the present and also the
hope we have in the future, when we go home to be with Him.
Related Scriptures (John 14: 2-4, Hebrews
13:5-6, 1 Cor.1:8)
Lyrics:
Chorus: Jesus I'm ready, (yes I am Lord) to come home.(A child in
your sevice) Jesus I'm ready,(yes I am Lord) to come home, (yes I
am Lord) Jesus I'm ready, (I've seen so much down here) to come home,
(and I don't want to be here),Jesus I'm ready, (hey one more time)
to come home.
I've seen a lot of things going on in this
life. Not much love, nothing but misery & strife. I'm counting
on you Jesus just to bring me. Through, with all my heartaches,
I'm leaning on you. Chorus.
I've had some struggles & some tears
to bear. Some many friends I called they weren't even there, sometimes
lonely and burden down. Gonna keep on pushing for my starry crown.
Chorus.
Somebody got a mother & father gone on
home. A sister and brother, gone so long and don't you worry and
don't you fret. Listen to the words of this song, it's gonna get,
Better yet. Chorus
VAMP:{{ (I'm
ready) I did want you wanted me to do, (I'm ready), I walked the
way you wanted me to walk (I'm ready) Anybody, Anybody, Anybody,
(I'm ready) I'm so ready! I'm ready
to come home Jesus! I'm ready, Sister are you ready to go home?
I've seen so much down here, I'm ready, I'm ready, ready, ready
to go home}}
* * * RUN THIS RACE - Words & Music by
Juliet Williams, Solo Vocals by Juliet Williams, String & Horn
arrangement by Bill Jolly.
Beautifully composed with the old time Gospel
style worship hymn feeling; calm, steady tempo with a plaintive
melody, full gospel harmony in the chorus, lead vocals sung with
great feeling by Juliet. Accompaniment offers strong support for
the melody, and some simple counter melody as well. VAMP is great!
Traditional Gospel shines especially in the VAMP, with interesting
harmonies.
Related Scriptures (Phil. 3: 13-14, Hebrews 12: 1-2, 1 Cor, 9:24,
2nd Timothy 4:7)
Lyrics:
There must be rest for me I know.
There must be a place where good old Christian can go, There must
be Joy, Unspeakable, untold uh after we run this old race.
Somewhere there must be rest for
little old me. I know. After I have labored down here below.
Bridge:Oh what joy to see my Savior
face to face, Oh, after I've run this old race. Chorus
Chorus: Oh, run this old race, (don't
give up but RUN,) run this old race, run this old race, run this
race, run this old race, (don't give up but RUN,) Oh, run this old
race, run this old race, (oh you run) run this race, til the race
is won.
After we have crossed the swelling
tide, being with our Savior with whom we want to abide.
Bridge:Oh what joy to see my Savior
face to face, Oh, after I've run this old race. Chorus
VAMP: {This is what we're going to do: Keep
running! Keep running, (Keep the faith), Keep running, (it may be
hard) Keep running, (don't look back) , Keep running, (Keep on running
Christian), Run on, Run on! (don't look back)Keep running,}
* * * + TRY GOD - Words & Music by Renee
Williams, Solo Vocals by Renee Williams, String & Horn Arrangement
by Bill Jolly
Song has an easy, catchy beat, a
well-done example of R & B mixed with traditional Gospel, to
create a perky melody which draws the listener into the message
of the song - Try Jesus. Another great Bridge, which builds nicely
into another joyous VAMP.
Related Scriptures (Daniel 3:13-25, John
3:16, John 11:25, Hebrews 9:15-24, Romans 8 :34)
Lyrics:
Chorus 1: If you 've never tried the Lord
before, you need, you need to try him now. If you 've never tried
the Lord before, you need, you need to try him now.
Looking for love in all the wrong places,
trying to find peace in a world of sin. Listen! God so loved the
world that he gave his only Son, whosoever believe it, shall live
again. Chorus 1
Bridge: Try God, Try God! Try the Lord God,
Try God, you need, you need to try him now. Try God, Try God! Take
the time, Try God! try the Lord, you need, you need to try him now.
Just like the Hebrew boys in the firey furnace,
seven times hotter than it ought to be. They wouldn't bend, low,
NO, and they wouldn't break, because they knew the Lord would go
and set them free. Chorus1 + Bridge
Bridge: Try God, Try God! Try the Lord God,
Try God, you need, you need to try him now!!Try God, Try God, Take
the time, try the Lord, you need, you need to try him now! Oh you
need, you need to try him now, Oh you need, you need to try him
now!
VAMP Hey y'all! Try Jesus! Try Jesus! Try
the Man! Try Jesus!He'll be your doctor, Try Jesus! In the sick
room, Try Jesus! He'll be your lawyer, Try Jesus! Iin the courtroom,
Try Jesus! If you are in trouble, Try Jesus! and don't know what
to do, Try Jesus! I want to let you know, Try Jesus! that Jesus,
Try Jesus! He will see you through, Try Jesus! don't give up.....When
you're walk'in Try Jesus! and the road gets rough ahead, she said
that if I could touch, Try Jesus! the hem of his garment, Try Jesus!
that I Know that I'll be made whole, Try Jesus! Yes He will!
I' tried him.Try Jesus! A long time ago,
Try Jesus! He saved me, Try Jesus! {{He
healed me}}, Try Jesus! He picked me
up, Try Jesus!
Yes He will! Try Jesus! Good God Almighty!
Try Jesus! Good God Almighty! Try Jesus! yeah
* * * FATHER'S HOUSE - Words & Music by Renee Williams, Solo
Vocals by Renee Williams - Horn Arrangement by Tony Beck and
Bill Jolly
Related Scriptures (Rev. 21: 1-4, 6, 11,18-19, 22-26, John 14:2-3,
Romans 15:13)
Song starts off with a catchy, easy ro clap
to beat, meaningful verses, easy to sing melody, and a easy to remember
chorus. The build up of the driving Gospel spirit and fervor make
this song a crowd pleaser, an effective praise and gospel message
composition for congregations / groups of any size.
Verses describe the new Jerusalem, which
will come down from heaven at the second coming, but is in heaven
now. Verses describe the gold streets, the glorious walls, and most
wonderful of all, Jesus, the light of the city. The way there is
belief in Jesus Christ, becoming part of Him.
Especially memorable is the Bridge and VAMP,
where the beat goes up a notch, composition builds with intensity
and emotion, in both the vocals and the fired up band which takes
off, fully launching in the VAMP, especially the piano and guitar!!
Another WOW moment!
{{Partial Lyrics}}
Chorus1: Come and go with me, (to my Father's
House), Come and go with me (to my Father's House), Come and go
with me to my Father's House .2x Come and go with me, to my Father's
House, Come and go with me (to my Father's House), I'll give you
the invitation, Come and go with me (to my Father's House)
Chorus 2: Come and go with me, (to my Father's
House), Come and go with me (to my Father's House), This world is
not my home, Come and go with me to my Father's House .
VAMP: {{Come on, Come on, Come on, Let's go to my Father's
House.Come on, Come on, Come on, Let's go to my Father's House.}}
{{Come on, He's waitin' Come on, He's waitin' Come on.............}}
* * * ++ PERILOUS TIMES - Words & Music
by Renee Williams, Solo Vocals by Renee Williams, String & Horn
Arrangement by Bill Jolly.
Third favorite song of this reviewer. A song
that would give comfort to anyone who has suffered a heart-breaking
tragedy; a senseless loss of a loved one. Written in a minor key,
a sorrowful, serious ballad / prayer hymn, mourning all the heart-breaking
pain in our world, fully expressing the sorrow of senseless loss
from gang violence and death in schools, the dire consequences of
using drugs, but proclaims the antidote - Jesus Christ, who heals
broken hearts and transforms people's
lives. It breaks your heart, but gives you hope at the same time.
Vocals are soulful, poignant and heart-felt,
and are the star feature of the composition, showing another side
of the vocal talent of Renee and the other William Sisters. Supported
nicely by strings and horns, background guitar and piano, great
use of dynamics. Song starts off with soft broken chords, beginning
the sad mood of the composition.
Another lovely VAMP: The punchline in the
VAMP declares that we are living in those perilous times and are
close to the second coming of Christ. - We need Jesus now or face
being lost. (Quotes from scripture)
Related Scriptures (Romans 5:1-5, 2nd Cor.4:8-10,16,& 5:10 2nd
Timothy, Matt. 24:6-8. Romans 14:10-12)
Partial Lyrics:
1) Another school year ended, children have
lost their lives, all because they've taken prayer, Out of the one
place it should abide. Now a mother looks at a picture of a face.
That once wore a smile, She holds it close to Her heart, crying
Lord that was my only Child!
Chorus: Lord we need You in these Perilous
Times (3x)
3) Drugs have taken the place of who use
to be, Your friend, somebody's mother, father, sister & brother,
even next of kin. Now it's time to look To Jesus,(this is why) for
He is our only hope.(Thank you Jesus) He'll take the place, Of all
the things you try to find in dope. Sisters will you help me sing.....
Chorus: Lord we need You in these Perilous
Times (3x)
{{ VAMP:}} We need You......this world needs you Jesus!
We need You! we need you Jesus! Trouble in the school house!We need
You
Thank you Jesus! Allelujah! (Lead Vocal
preaches a little about the end times, quoting a 2nd Timothy 3:1
and Matt.24: 6-8 passage)
We need You, Lord, we need you. Thank you
Jesus
* * * + SOMEBODY'S WATCHING YOU - Words &
Music by Patricia Williams, Solo Vocals: Patricia, Renee & Juliet
Williams, String & Horn Arrangements by Bill Jolly, Sax solo
by Rev. Sam Peakes)
An easy tempo contemporary feeling Gospel
ballad, with R& B, jazz influences, supported by piano, a lovely
sax accompaniment joins the instrumental ensemble, who again offer
chordal support for the main melody, and some nice counter melodies
as well. Another great VAMP section, which brings the main points
of the lyrics roaringly to life.
Related Scriptures (Romans 12:1-2, Ephesians 4:22-24, 29-32 &
5: 1-4, Col. 3:, James 3)
Partial Lyrics:
We ought to know just how far to
go. We must convert the world instead of the World converting us.
So many church folk changing with the times. Saying it don't take
all that child you're about to lose your mind.
Chorus: Please be careful everything
you say and do we even have to walk a certain way representing Christ
today.
It's not in money nor fortune or
fame. But what shall it profit if it's not done in Jesus Name. Walking
around dazzling in silver & gold, not even realizing child you're
about to lose your soul.
Chorus: Please be careful everything
you say and do we even have to walk a certain way representing Christ
today.
Being a child of God, your way may
seem so hard, but if you are born again you'll struggle Till the
end. What are we gonna do preachers & Sunday school teachers,
stop, stop, stop, looking for an offering pan and be concerned about
the souls of men.
Chorus:Please be careful everything
you say and do we even have to walk a certain way representing Christ
today.
{{ Partial lyrics:}} VAMP: So be Careful... Somebody's
watching you...... repeat
* * * + + JESUS WILL PICK YOU UP - Words
and Music by Jay Lowe, Solo & Duet vocals by Renee & Juliet
Williams, Horn arrangement by Bill Jolly and Tony Beck
It is no wonder that this song was / is a
monster hit, which became their signature song, as they all shine
through as they tell the Gospel through music the Lord gave them
and their band as well. Another WOW moment song for this reviewer!
Definitely a very encouraging, electrifying
composition which can be described as vigorous Gospel music with
a swing! Another outstanding, foot-stomping 2 beat, hand-clapping,
exciting Gospel praise evangelical ballad that the Williams Sisters
do so well! Makes a great, audience
participation song, easy to clap to, easy to remember chorus, strong
clear message sung with enthusiasm, skill, all which is supported
by a swinging band, lively piano, strong horns, cooking guitars,
all held together by a great drummer, who also shines in a solo
in the musical interlude in VAMP 2.
The VAMP 2 takes off, even faster,
double time in a flurry, with energy and drive which electrifies
the listener to the end!
Related Scriptures (1 John 2: 15-17, Romans 12:1-2, Matt. 11:28-30,
Hebrews 7:25 & 6:10-12:)
Lyrics: Spoken Introduction: "When the
burden gets a little heavy, when the road gets a little rough sometimes,
I just want to like you know tonight that Jesus will pick you up...
if he has to .. reach....way down!"
Chorus: If He has to reach way down,
Jesus will pick you up. If He has to reach way down, Jesus will
pick you up. If He has to reach way down, Jesus will pick you up.
If He has to reach way down, Jesus will pick you up. Jesus will
pick you up if He has to reach way down. 2x
If you go out and party, all night
long, singing in the Choir like you've done nothing wrong. If you
can't sing the way you used to because you're doing the same thing
sinners do. Chorus:
If your hairdo and your fancy clothes
won't let you say Amen! Of your diamond rings and your designer
shoes won't let you pat your feet and clap your hands, if you can't
praise him the way you use to. Because you're doing those same old
things that Sinners do. Chorus
Bridge1: Way down, If He has to
reach down,Way down, To touch your soul, Way down, To touch your
heart, Way down, To touch your mind, way down,
(Tempo picks up)
{{VAMP:}} 1: Jesus will pick you up! Can't not everyone
do it, Jesus will pick you up! My Jesus Can! Jesus will pick you up!
He can be a heart fixer! Jesus will pick you up! He can be a moderator!
Jesus will pick you up! Yes He Will! Jesus will pick you up! I know
He will ! Talk about a lawyer in Jesus! Jesus will pick you up! Talk
about a friend in Jesus! Jesus will pick you up! Talk about a doctor
in Jesus! Jesus will pick you up! Anybody, Anybody, Anybody Jesus
will pick you up! Anybody Know Jesus? Jesus will pick you up!
Bridge2: Jesus will pick you up
if He has to reach way down!
{{VAMP2:}}(Double time - Song is fast and intense to
the end!) Jesus! Jesus! Jesus! Jesus! Jesus! King of Kings! Jesus!
Lord of Lords! Jesus! Anybody Know? Jesus! Anybody want? Jesus! What's
his name? Jesus! Jesus! Jesus! Jesus! Jesus! Jesus! Jesus! God bless
ya!
(Band goes full throttle into an exciting
interlude-- another WOW moment!)
(Wildly joyous!) Jesus! What's his name?
Jesus! What's his name? Jesus!What's his name? Jesus! Healing in
the name of Jesus, Jesus! Jesus love ya! Jesus! Jesus love ya! Jesus!
Jesus love ya! Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!Yeah! Yeah! Jesus!
Reviewed by Julie Carr - ChristianMusic.com
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