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, 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.
Chorus 1 + 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! In 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've 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 to 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
Bridge 1: 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!
{{VAMP 2:}} (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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