I have written four books and countless articles, presentations, and teachings over the past 30 years. And I have had many different responses—but never have I had someone write a song. It is with a humbled and joyful heart that I share the following song written in response to chapter 6 of Real Hope for Your Home.
Chapter 6 describes our new identity in Jesus Christ which brings us joy. So, this is a song that extols the beauty of our Lord Jesus Christ. Thanks Gary!
NOTE: Lyrics follow but we still need music! If your or someone you know would like to put these words to music, that would be great!
What a Gift from God
© 2020 Gary A. Burlingame
V: I was
Dead to God
Lost without hope
Living in darkness
I was
I was
Now I’m
Purchased, forgiven
Born of God
Raised in Christ
I am
I am
V: I was
Satan’s slave
Stranger to God
An orphan, alone
I was
I was
Now I’m
Blameless and complete
One with God
Hidden in Christ
I am
I am
C: What a gift from God
What a joy for life
This Gospel
This Christ
What a gift from God
What a joy for life
This Gospel
This Christ
V: Now I’m
Led by His Spirit
Called by God
Redeemed in Christ
I am
I am
V: I was
Child of wrath
Captured by sin
Broken within
I was
I was
Now I’m
Holy, set apart
Known by God
Seated with Christ
I am
I am
C: What a gift from God
What a joy for life
This Gospel
This Christ
What a gift from God
What a joy for life
This Gospel
This Christ