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My weekly song-based-on-a-bible verse challenge continues, with a song inspired by Sam Cooke. This song was a part of the 4/26/2020 virtual service of the Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church.
The passage is Luke 24:13-35, The Road to Emmaus. After Jesus crucifixion and resurrection, 2 travelers walk along the road and encounter a man they do not recognize. The men lament Jesus' death and wonder about rumors of an empty tomb, and the stranger reassures them with scripture that all is happening as has been foreseen. They reach their destination, and at the moment Jesus breaks bread with them, they recognize him, and He disappears. They ask, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?” The phrase "our hearts were burning" suggested an 60s R & B style and chord progression, and I decided to incorporate doo-wop vocals as part of the mix. I hope you enjoy it. Our Hearts Were Burning Written by Dave Martin Guitar, drums, bass, and vocals: Dave Martin Piano: Douglas Scott Flute: Carole Scott We were walking down the road, We were talking bout the Lord, And how he met his end at Calvary. When a stranger matched our pace, Friend, he said, why the long face? We had to break the news he had not seen. Told him our Lord was sent to die. We couldn’t believe our eyes When he was both betrayed and crucified. And worse, since that day, Someone took His body away. And now some rumors say that’s he’s alive! And friend, Our hearts are burning, burning inside! Our hearts are burning, oh, burning. Our hearts are burning, burning inside! Our hearts are burning, oh burning. That stranger listened as we walked, Then he began to talk Of prophecy, and he told us to not to grieve. All that’s happened’s been foreseen, Every trial of the teacher From his birth to his death has been decreed. Amos saw the darkest day, (Amos 8:9) The Psalms sang of His betrayal. (Psalms 41:9) Isaiah wrote that he would hang among the thieves. (Isiah 53:12) Although deceived by a friend, (Psalm 41:9) He will rise and will ascend. (Psalm 16:10) It is written, the Messiah, He will live again! Our hearts were burning, burning inside! Our hearts were burning, oh, burning. Our hearts were burning, burning inside! Our hearts were burning, oh burning. We walked and we talked until the end of day, And then we said, “Friend, join us for a meal to keep you strong.” When he took the bread and broke it, our eyes were finally opened. The stranger was the Lord, he’d been with us all along! Our hearts were burning, burning inside! Our hearts were burning, oh, burning. Our hearts were burning, burning inside! Our hearts were burning, oh burning. Just as quickly as He came The Lord left, but he left a flame. The fire is lit to this day, And our hearts are burning!
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This week, I've re-recorded another song originally performed by the GIPC band. This one is all me - 3 layers of guitar, bass, drums, and vocals, and a funky, fun feel. The lyrics elaborate on my choice to be a Christian, one that came later in my life of agnostic skepticism. Doubt is not my adversary, but my faithful friend - maybe you can relate?
A Fool Who Believes Written, performed, and recorded by Dave Martin. This version was a part of the 4/19/2020 virtual service of the Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church. I swear I've felt the touch of His hand And the flutter of the breath of the spirit But maybe it was the breeze or the rain Or a voice inside my head I’ve read the words of the four who walked And I’ve harkened the thoughts of the prophet Spent nights in conversation And contemplation on the meaning of love Despite my faith I own my fears. I'm still not sure, But still I'm here! I choose to believe How ‘bout you? My questions feed Like faithful fuel I choose to read and I walk with you I think it’s alright to admit I could be a fool If so I’m a fool who believes And that’s cool with me With a hunger and a need To know the answer and live my creed Should walking the talk be easy Or is the challenge some kind of test? Sometimes it seems it’s only me Who has to struggle with belief They didn’t have to work to get it But shouldn’t hope be more than a habit? Despite my faith I own my fears. I'm still not sure, But still I'm here! I choose to believe How ‘bout you? My questions feed Like faithful fuel I choose to read And I walk with you I have to concede I could be a fool Doubt is not my adversary But my faithful friend Always there to challenge me To decide where I stand And I know amazing grace Was given for you and me I once was lost but now am found Was blind but now I see People if you've made your choice Oh won't you let me hear your voice? I believe! (I believe!) In the Father and the Son Holy Spirit, three in one Crucified, died for me On the third day, He set me free I believe! (I believe!) For the April 12 virtual Easter service for Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church I decided to re-visit a song I had written and recorded previously with the GIPC band for the Sunday Morning Live, Vol. 2 Album.
Eclipse was inspired by Matthew 27:45, which describes the moment of the death of Jesus: From noon until three in the afternoon darkness came over all the land. The song tackles the hours of the eclipse as a time of uncertainty and worry - fears that seem very relevant to me in the midst of this pandemic. This arrangement is not of a full band but a more stripped-down acoustic performance, along with some droning effects and sitar-like sounds to intensify the mystery of the lyric. I was joined on this recording by my brother, bassist Jeffrey Martin. His groove helped inspire the direction of this arrangement. Note: This video will premiere at 11:30am on 4/12/2020, immediately following the virtual service which airs at 10:30am at Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church's Facebook page. Eclipse Music and Lyrics by Dave Martin First, a shadow falls across the sun, A tiny sliver stolen from the star. Oh, soon, all eyes cast heavenly, The wailing thieves ask why has the sun forsaken me? Lost in the halo, Obscured by the moon, Dark divides the day. My God, what have we done? What wickedness has brought this shadow upon us? Is there some great sadness we commit? Why are the righteous in this world always so quick to dim? Will this day of darkness never end? Lost in the halo, Obscured by the moon, Dark divides the day. My God, what have we done? I choose to trust The dark is just a shadow of the sun. More gracious than just In this life a new light will ascend. After the eclipse, I choose to trust. Note: This video will premiere at 11:30am on 4-5-2020. The song will be the anthem for the 10:30 4-5-2020 virtual service at the Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church facebook page.
Written for the April 5, 2020 virtual service for Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church (GIPC.org). This song is inspired by Matthew 21:6-11 & 26:36-42, and is unapologetically written in the style of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Lyrics by Dave Martin Music by Dave Martin and Douglas Scott Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Drums, and Strings: Dave Martin Piano: Douglas Scott Copyright 2020, Shinyheadmusic.com Piano was recorded remotely and integrated into the Logic Pro X project. "Thy Will Be Done" by Dave Martin This bitter cup, take it away. I am alone, awake in my hour of need. I can recall not long ago Your fervor knew no rest for the prophet of Galilee. You sang "Hosanna!" You called me "King!" You fanned the air with your faith. You fanned the flame. This too shall pass, A name is blessed. The hour comes for glory To the son of man. Father, save me from this night. Father, glorify Your name. I have glorified it, And will glorify it again! Oh, nation see! Oh, Pharisee! Your love of praise is greater than your love of me! No! I came to save and not to judge. Sleep well my friends, just one more hour. Lord, Thy will be done. |
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