Category Archives: Words and Music

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I’ll let you in on a little secret. Don’t tell anyone else. It’s just between you and me. OK? Good. The secret is…I haven’t been playing music with all my might for the past few years. I used to practically live for music. It was the way I made a living. Then, things got weird in the venues, and I … The rest of the story…

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I’m excited to announce the launch of my custom songwriting service. And I need you to know something. I might have your song stuck in my head. There’s a gnawing knot of notes waiting to be untangled, and I’m not sure if they’re gonna form your song…or that person’s over there. Yeah, you. The one with the ugly Christmas sweater…way … The rest of the story…

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It isn’t always easy to do the right thing”is it? And it certainly isn’t always easy to know the right way to go. Life is full of choices. And, if you’re like me, there are times you don’t make good choices. But there’s a way you can do better. There’s a place you get help to go the right way? … The rest of the story…

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When you ask Jesus to love and protect you…you are never all alone…ever again. Does that sound good? I hope so. Because it’s not good to be all alone. And for little ones, it can be scary. Just imagine if you walked all around the world and never saw anybody. What if you were the only person on earth? Kinda … The rest of the story…

Say Yeah, If You Dare To Take A Side

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In 1992 I wrote a song called “Say Yeah!”. In it I sang about how the United States (and the rest of the world) was headed toward self-destruction. And in the 24 years since, I’ve seen matters only get much worse. I’m not a pessimist. In fact, most people who have ever known me would probably tell you I’m a very … The rest of the story…

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Never say never. Never again. Or never is a long, long time. Never give up. And of course…Neverland. It seems there’s no end to the way we humans use that word. I’m no exception. I used it twice in the title of one of my old songs, “Never Neverland”. I don’t tend to write many songs based on negative or … The rest of the story…

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Are you wishing for more wealth? More power? More things? Maybe you’ve heard this old saying: “Be careful what you wish for.” Yes? I remember when I was getting to know my wife, over long-distance phone calls, she mentioned that her mom had said that more than once. The reason you need to be careful is…your wish might come true. … The rest of the story…

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World peace doesn’t happen because of feel-good laws. History proves this over and over again. World peace doesn’t happen by taking away a person’s right to self protection. World peace doesn’t happen because a peace protester can yell louder than everyone else. Humans will never bring about world peace Unless Everyone (yes, that’s everyone with a capital E) can figure … The rest of the story…

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Most Christians will tell you there are virtually limitless reasons for having faith in the saving Grace of Jesus. Maybe you have your own. If so, send me a message, and I’ll share it here if you’re willing. In these last few days leading up to Christmas 2014, I’m sharing some of my reasons. And I’ve been using the lyrics … The rest of the story…

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I’m sending this with brotherly love When I talk to you about where you’ll spend eternity, you can either respond with acceptance or rejection. There’s no middle ground. If you accept that I’m talking to you with brotherly love (the way God told me to), you’ll understand that I sincerely care about where you’ll be for eternity. If you want nothing to do … The rest of the story…

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Now, don’t let this spook you, but I’m gonna show you the main ingredients you need so you’ll know how to control the universe. And don’t let those scientists who say the universe is expanding deter you from taking on this task. It’s do-able if you have the right stuff. Are you ready? Good, let’s go… First off, you’re gonna … The rest of the story…

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Have you ever picked a bouquet of flowers that bloom at night? Poindexter was in a pickle…a stew…a real jam. He hadn’t paid attention to where he was going and the dark night had sneaked up on him. He couldn’t see a thing. No trail, no trees, no toes, no knees. So, he did the only thing a clever kid … The rest of the story…

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I don’t remember exactly the first time I ever wrote a goodnight song… …but it might very well be the one you’ll find the lyrics to below. This isn’t like my other lullaby songs for kids. In fact, this goodnight song wasn’t written for kids. Don’t worry…it’s still rated G. Very often, in my writing life, I’ve been asked, or … The rest of the story…

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Many, many people don’t believe in the God of Christmas. And I can only imagine the inner sense of hopelessness and futility that helps to cultivate. The God of Christmas is THE one and only God. If there is no God who created the heavens and the earth…if there is no God who created us and every living creature and … The rest of the story…

Citrus Music

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Ahh…citrus, music, sunshine, sparkling water…it’s refreshing just to say the words. Or in this case, write the words. (I said ’em out loud, too, so I could see how they sound) Do you love the scents of lemon, lime, orange, and grapefruit as much as me? I doubt it, but if you do, I suggest you stop reading this and … The rest of the story…

Play Some Music

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I’m inserting a podcast player so you can play some music for grownups. I call it that because I’ve spent a great deal of my time for the past few years writing music for kids, ebooks for kids, and even articles with bedtime stories for kids. And since I’ve spent the vast majority of my music career writing, playing, and … The rest of the story…