Original Christmas Songs

It's that time of year again! If you're looking for a new Christmas song, just scroll down the right sidebar to "Traditions." Click on a song title and listen as you read the words. Sheet music is available (lead sheet-melody & chords) and can be emailed as a pdf.

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Jesus Knows

     ©Deborah Bolack 2004

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God is the Great Physician, and he can make you whole.

He knows the wounds you bear; he longs to heal your soul.

Jesus will make your life new; just give your heart to him.

He'll wash the scars away; bring healing deep within.

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Jesus knows your every hurt; Jesus knows you've lost your way,

and there's no need in your life that he can't fill today.

He'll mend your broken heart, and never leave your side.

Reach out for the Saviour; you'll never be denied.

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Jesus, the gentle Shepherd, is there to guide your way.

He knows the path you take; he seeks the lost each day.

Jesus will carry you through; cast all your cares on him.

He'll hold you to his heart; deliver you from sin.

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Jesus knows your every hurt; Jesus knows you've lost your way,
and there's no need in your life that he can't fill today.

He'll mend your broken heart, and never leave your side.

Reach out for the Saviour; you'll never be denied.
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Jesus knows.

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No matter what our life experience has been, Jesus knows all about it. He knows how we’ve been hurt. He knows all the mistakes we’ve made in the past. He can take whatever we bring to him; all the pain, the filth, the brokenness, and give healing, cleansing and a new heart in exchange. He takes away the emptiness and fills us with his Spirit…..if only we ask him to.


Mark 2:17 When Jesus heard it, he saith unto them, They that are whole have no need of the physician, but they that are sick: I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.



Luke 4:18 The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath annointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised.


John 10:14 I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine.


Mark 6:34 And Jesus, when he came out, saw much people, and was moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd: and he began to teach them many things.


Psalm 23:1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

*This song will be in Apollos Watered.

Lord We Come

©2011 Deborah Bolack

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Lord we come before you, with hearts in one accord.

We praise your holy name, and thank you for your word.

Lord we've come to intercede; we're trusting now by faith,

you'll touch a wounded heart, and draw him by your grace.

Lord we're asking, we're seeking,

We're knocking and believing.

We're praying without ceasing,

knowing you alone can save.

Lord we come before you, through Jesus precious blood.

Rejoicing now in hope, we thank you for your love.

Lord we come and we bow down to plead for one in need.

We lift him up in prayer and lay him at your feet.

Lord we're asking, we're seeking,

We're knocking and believing.

We're praying without ceasing,

knowing you alone can save.

Lord we come.

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My son, Justin, wants to make a movie this summer, and he asked me to write the screenplay. In the script, there is a montage of different individuals and groups of people praying. I needed an original song for that scene, and didn't have one that quite worked, so I wrote this one.
You can follow our progress on Apollos Watered (the movie) here.

The Prodigal

©1999 Deborah Bolack

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The Shepherd knows each lost sheep; He seeks those gone astray.

God understands our heartache when a child wanders away.

For the Son of man is come to save that which is lost,

and He rejoices with us when they come to the cross.

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There is joy in the presence of the angels of God.

A sinner has repented; let's make merry and be glad.

For this, my son was dead, and is alive again.

He was lost, and is found; I've received him safe and sound.

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Except the Father draw him, he'll not come to the Son.

God hears the prayers of mothers weeping for a lost loved one.

For the Lord is merciful, He is gracious t'ward us,

and He is never willing that any should perish.

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There is joy in the presence of the angels of God.

A sinner has repented; let's make merry and be glad.

For this my son was dead,, and is alive again.

He was lost and is found; I've received him safe and sound.

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He was lost and is found; I've received him safe and sound.

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Based on Luke 15:11-32 The story of the prodigal son.

 

God's Generous Grace

©2011 Deborah Bolack

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This winter season, unrelenting and harsh,

has battered my spirit; left me wounded and marred.

But I caught a glimpse of my dear Saviour’s plan

and I willingly yielded to God’s unseen hand.

A sacred submission; a chosen surrender

gives strength to endure, and peace beyond measure.

I’m able to rise with the winter wind’s breath

knowing God will sustain me through each trial and test.

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 I’ll keep living for Jesus out loud and on purpose

I’ll shout the victory each step of the way,

Anchored in faith I’m staying the course

Embracing my journey by God’s generous grace.

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 It’s but a season, and I soon will emerge,

prepared for tomorrow by the truth of God’s word:

There is victory through suffering I now understand

as I've walked in obedience to my Father’s plan.

My hand on His hem, I’m clinging to Jesus.

My lifeline, my tether; I pray without ceasing

I’ve carefully tended to the garden of my heart.

Reminders of spring time  now proclaim a new start.

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I’ll keep living for Jesus out loud and on purpose

I’ll shout the victory each step of the way,

Anchored in faith I’m staying the course

Embracing my journey by God’s generous grace.

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Won’t you trust and partake of God’s generous grace?

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Written for Elaine, Peace For The Journey

I must give credit for the lyrics to Elaine, as most came from her own writings on her blog. I read many of Elaine's blog posts from the past year; copied, pasted and printed to reread and highlight. Some phrases are taken word for word, others were adapted but in keeping with Elaine's message. I encourage you to visit Peace For The Journey, and read for yourself, Elaine's wonderful words of encouragement....a beautiful testimony of God's sustaining grace through her winter season.

Some of the scriptures that sustain Elaine and the foundation for the message woven through the song are:

1 Corintians 4:1&2 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God.  Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.

2 Corinthians 4:16-18 For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;
While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.

1 Peter 5:10-11 But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you. To him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

Snow Sick In Manitoba

Okay, it's April, and we're just a  little sick of snow here!

By Mercy and Grace (video)

Twenty-six years ago today, I made that trip to Calvary and began my journey, and by mercy and grace I'll finish my race, knowing I'm safe in His hand.

Fight On Manitoba! (video)

A little comic relief to help us through our long Manitoba winter!

I know, I usually post my songs here, but I can't help but promote my boys' film making endeavors. If this little video made you laugh, please share it on your blog or FaceBook. To see more of their creative work, you can visit TheJustinSean Youtube Channel and subscribe, or join TheJustinSean FaceBook.

They appreciate the support! Thanks, ~~~Deb

Seek The Lord

©2011 Deborah Bolack

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Jesus says come unto me, and abide in me.

My yoke is easy; my burden is light.

I will give rest; come learn of me,

and walk now by faith not by sight.

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I'll seek the Lord and his strength:

seek his face evermore.

Let his word light my way, as I search and I pray.

As I pour out my praise, lifting up Jesus name,

May my faith rise and soar.

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......I come unto God, and believe that he is.

He will reward when I truly seek.

Only through faith can I please him.

I come now on bended knee.

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I'll seek the Lord and his strength:

seek his face evermore.

Let his word light my way, as I search and I pray.

As I pour out my praise, lifting up Jesus name,

may my faith rise and soar.

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Seeking the Lord.

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This song is based on the verse I've chosen for 2011:

Seek the Lord and his strength: seek his face evermore. Psalm 105:4

and other scriptures pertaining to seeking the Lord:

Matthew 11:28-30 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me: for I am meek and lowly in heart: For my yoke is easy, my burden is light.

John 15:4a Abide in me,and I in you.

2 Corinthians 5:7 (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)

Psalm 119:105 Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.

Note to My friends and Followers

I just want to remind my friends and followers that I've made some changes to my blogs. This site is  where I'm posting all of my songs.  My personal blog posts are now found at  Deborah's Journey. I seem to have lost many of you in the shuffle, so I hope you'll visit and follow me over there. ~~~Deb

P.S.  Happy New Year!!

A Mother's Heart

©Deborah Bolack 2001
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A mother’s heart, faithful in prayer lifts her child to the Lord each day.

Knowing Jesus always hears gives a mother’s heart it’s strength.

Yes, she knows that Jesus hears.

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When a mother’s heart believes in the miracle of prayer

She kneels before her Lord with every need and care;

Seeking her Father’s heart, trusting in her Father’s grace

to work a mighty miracle in the hearts she has embraced.

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A mother’s heart, humbled in prayer intercedes for her child’s soul.

Knowing Jesus always cares fills a Mother’s heart with hope.

Yes, she knows that Jesus cares.

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When a mother’s heart believes in the miracle of prayer

She kneels before her Lord with every need and care;

Seeking her Father’s heart, trusting in her Father’s grace

to work a mighty miracle in the hearts she has embraced.

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A mother’s heart, surrendered in prayer, lays her child at the Saviour’s feet.

Finding Jesus’ mercy there floods a mother’s heart with peace.

Yes, she finds his mercy there.

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When a mother’s heart believes in the miracle of prayer

She kneels before her Lord with every need and care;

Seeking her Father’s heart, trusting in her Father’s grace

to work a mighty miracle in the hearts she has embraced.

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A mother's heart believes!

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1 Timothy 2:1 I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;

2 Chronicles 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
James 5: 16b The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

Count It All Joy

©Deborah Bolack 2001
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When temptations come, and I’m bowed down so low;

when my doubts arise and I’m tossed to and fro,

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I’ll count it all joy, stand firm in the faith.

I’ll look to the Lord for a way of escape.

He gives me wisdom and strength to obey,

when I count it all joy, and patiently wait.

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When the world says come, and my flesh is enticed;

when I’m drawn away by the sins of this life,

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I’ll count it all joy, stand firm in the faith.

I’ll look to the Lord for a way of escape.

He gives me wisdom and strength to obey,

when I count it all joy, and patiently wait.

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When I face attacks for my faith in the Lord,

then I think of Jesus and how he was scorned.

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I’ll count it all joy, stand firm in the faith.

I’ll look to the Lord for a way of escape.

He gives me wisdom and strength to obey,

when I count it all joy, and patiently wait.

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When I trust my Lord every step that I take,

then he gives me grace for each trial I face.

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I’ll count it all joy, stand firm in the faith.

I’ll look to the Lord for a way of escape.

He gives me wisdom and strength to obey,

when I count it all joy, and patiently wait.

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Count it all joy!

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James 1:2,3 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.

James 1:6 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

James 1:14 But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away by his own lust and enticed.

1 Corinthians 16;13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.

1 Corinthians 10:13 There is no temptation taken you, but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way of escape, that ye may be able to bear it.

I'll Be Going Home

©Deborah Bolack 2004

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When I think of all that God has given,  my heart is filled with praise,

for my precious Lord and Saviour, and his patient loving ways,

and for all his earthly blessings; for my family, health, and friends.

But in spite of all life’s pleasures, I won’t miss it when it ends.

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‘Cause when my Saviour calls, I’ll be going home.

He may call me with the trumpet or just whisper, “It’s time to go.”

No matter how, or when, I won’t miss this world I know.

‘Cause when my Saviour calls, I’ll be going home.

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When I think of all my Lord has waiting, I just have to sing his praise,

for the mansion Jesus promised, when I’ve lived out all my days,

and for all the glorious blessings we will share eternally.

But of all of heaven’s treasures, it’s my Lord I long to see.

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Yes, when my Saviour calls, I’ll be going home.

He may call me with the trumpet or just whisper, “It’s time to go.”

No matter how, or when, I won’t miss this world I know.

‘Cause when my Saviour calls, I’ll be going home.

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When my Saviour calls, I'll be going home.

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Colossians 1:5 For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, whereof ye heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel;

John 14:2 In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
1 Thessalonians 4:16 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:
Psalm 116:15 Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints

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None of us know when Jesus will call us home. We hope for the day when he will call all the saints home with the sound of the trumpet, but for many of us, he will simply whisper, and tell us it’s time for us to come home. But no matter how or when he calls us, when we reach the end of our journey, Jesus will be there to welcome us home. Even so, Come Lord Jesus.

Traditions Slideshow

All the snow we're getting here has me thinking of Christmas, so today I decided to put together a slideshow to go with my song, Traditions. I hope you enjoy it!

Hanging up the sparkling lights around our manger scene,

to show the birth of Jesus is what Christmas truly means,

was our tradition every year, to give God all the glory.

Songs of Jesus coming retold the Christmas story.

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Gingerbread and candy canes,

cookies baked to give away,

singing carols, Christmas plays,

gifts and going to Grandma’s place;

while some traditions come and go, others we hold dear.

We cherish all the memories we’ve created through the years.

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Mom was always first to wake, but soon the kids would rouse.

We’d snuggle under blankets, as we gathered all around.

This one tradition never changed, for every Christmas morning,

Dad would take his Bible, and read the Christmas story.

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Gingerbread and candy canes,

cookies baked to give away,

singing carols, Christmas plays,

gifts and going to Grandma’s place;

while some traditions come and go, others we hold dear.

We cherish all the memories we’ve created through the years.

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While some traditions come and go, others we hold dear.

We cherish all the memories we've created through the years.

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