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My aunt bought this cd for me when I was 16 in hopes that it would lead me to Christ. I rejected it and Him. Oh what a mistake. I spent the next decades drowning in addiction and misery. But even so the Lord was faithful! Praise Jesus for never leaving or forsaking me and taking me back!
My older cousin had a Jars of Clay CD back when I was in middle school and I thought, “wow my cousin listens to rock music too?!” It was taboo for a black kid in a black community to listen to rock music. I never knew they had a deeper meaning to their music. His was reaching me even then!
As an active member of the church, it wasn’t acceptable for me to feel the way that I felt… this song/band led me threw a dark time when I was just told to pray…. And btw Creed is almost solely responsible for bringing back hard rock/heavy metal at a time when no one was listening to it…
I went to both public schools and a private school in my youth. There wasn't much of a difference. I remember the day I got expelled from my last school in 2005 and i cried like there was no tomorrow. I grew up in church but I had a fall out with God at 17. For 16 years I doubted myself. Im now 33 but I never thought I would be here this long. Ive been muddy and dirty for a long time. I got the courage to tell me what to do last night. I dont pretend to be sane but I was never understood until today. My girlfriend is my lifeline and i want her to be with me until its over. I was an alcoholic and addicted to lean but im now 7 years sober. Im a father of 3 and a good one at that. I needed help I couldn't have found on my own. So I went to the Rock of my foundation and said kill me or let me drown. I dont want to be with you but I am not worthy....now I can say with pride that God found me and washed all the mud away. Im going to be ok man...so yea this is still relevant in 2024 just like it always will be.
Same here. I was 14/15 yrs old when I first heard this and turn my life over to God. I would always hear this song in my head when life got hard and I’m glad I found it and downloaded it on my phone so I can hear it at work.
For those struggling with addiction: read the bible and get to know God DAILY, get baptized and receive the holy spirit (if you haven't been already), pray to God for deliverance when you feel urges (and whenever), and talk to some trustworthy God-fearing friends to help support to you and keep you accountable. You may not feel like you can overcome it, but Jesus is victorious over the world and you can do anything through him.
"Calm the storms that drench my eyes, and dry the streams still flowing, casting down all waves of sin,and guilt that overthrow me"....I love these guys!!
It was late summer of 95.. I was camped out in a small beach house on the Outer banks. The wind was blowing out of the east and the rain was pattering on the window. I woke up to this song on the small radio alarm clock as I patiently was waiting for the wind to go offshore for some epic surfing. That day is a memory I'll take to my grave
Hi Erica, whatever it is, it’s nothing that will make Jesus turn away from you. Whatever it is, love is greater and can and will restore you and anyone and anything back to Him. Prayed for you. Love in Christ!
I suppose I'm the tough love here, but; "God helps those who help themselves". I'm with you 100%. I know you have it in you, because that's what the Holy Spirit is. Us.
Fly Leaf is way better. And I could name an uncountable amount of 90s songs that are infinitely better than this. You haven’t exposed yourself to much music apparently.
What's great about youtube - is you can share this song to people that were not even born when it was performed... and it still sounds fresh and New-to-them. They are stunned when they find out it was written before they breathed air ! :-D
I’m Pagan and see this song as being about the beautiful power of spirituality to uplift the soul, whatever the path. May all find peace in their faith!
Back in 96 when this song came out, I was 22, Sgt in the Marine Corps and life was perfect. Fast forward, I'm 46 and every word of this song is about the life I live now... 39 days and I'm drowning, lift me up please...
Are you ok? I know so much about mental illness( genetic neurological disorders) and ptsd. Hang in and reach out. Life is not exactly what it seems man.
A psalm 31 In you, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me. Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me. Praying for you! May God lift you up, cast your burden on the Lord. Pray on your knees in Jesus name. atthew 11:28-30 New International Version 28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Praying for you Matt West in Jesus name, to lift your spirit, any /all burdens and give you peace, calm, mercy Bless you!
First, thank you for your service! I pray that when you fall, the Lord lifts you up. He is faithful and just and will not tempt beyond your ability to stand tall. When tempted to despair, remember, “Do the next right thing,” that is what He asks.
I'm agnostic and learned of this song because of a remix done of it. Whether you're a person of faith, spiritual, agnostic or atheist the song's message can be appreciated by all. Sometimes it's a friend who lifts us up and sometimes it's something or someone else. As I always say, good music is universal.
This song is profoundly strong. When it came out I listened to many alternative songs. My young son was 5 and he could sing this song word for word. It’s the one that got to him and that was moving. He always asked mom play flood song.
@Holly Cranfan little memories like that from my childhood is what draws me back to God when my faith is wavering. Some songs had a profound impact on me when I knew i had been falling further from God, including this song being one of them. I am grateful for growing up listening to Christian music.
T.L. Spitz...you are EXACTLY RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🙏⚡🙏 GOD is ALWAYS there for us even if we think he's not there or not listening. He puts the right songs in front of us to comfort us, the right people, Christians ✝️, the right circumstances etc....He is an awesome and loving God ❤ ♥ 💖
MrVolcomclassic Yeah, I was really young when this came out, but I do remember it on alternative radio. Then my teenage sisters were invited to church camp with a friend and were super confused when they also heard it on Christian radio lol.
I remember hearing it on a major college radio station and the DJs were all excited and it was so awesome.... it was a very exciting time and it was a great song, and it still is- especially compared to the boring mundane fluff that's on now
I remember that too. I thought this album would FINALLY break "Christian music" into the mainstream. It sort of did... then their next album was a disappointment.
Nothing speaks to me like Christian music (not all Christian music!). There's a beauty and timelessness to the message. Mainstream music rarely has that quality. My favorite music is largely CCM.
Jars of Clay, the Kry, Steven C Chapman, Michael W. Smith, Newsboys, DC Talk, TobyMac, Petra, Jeremy Camp, Third Day, Casting Crowns. Anyone else's childhood sounds this familiar? 🤔
You should check out the "Christian Illuminati" series on the Jeremiah Cohen channel so you understand these guys are actually satanic sellouts. Wolves in sheep's clothing, Scripture calls them 👍
I recently watched a movie called "Hard Rain" with Christian Slater and Morgan Freeman. They play this at the very end of the movie. Very fitting for it. Brought back memories of a life I used to live. Thank God he got me out of the flood and he still continuing to. I'm not perfect but God is always there to help me.
Scotty Van Reeth , thank you man! all things are possible through Christ. I have had ups and downs, but have managed to stay clean 432 consecutive days since I surrendered my old way of life to god.
Non religious...i was...now im not and ironically i was junkie for years...now im not that either...lol...glad to hear u made it...i know the struggle muh dude. Stay up.
I hated God in the 90's but loved this song thinking it was just another grunge song singing about floods or something! I had no idea what was coming to me!
Rain rain on my face It hasn't stopped Raining for days My world is a flood Slowly I become One with the mud But if I can't swim after 40 days And my mind is crushed By the crashing waves Lift me up so high That I cannot fall Lift me up Lift me up when I'm falling Lift me up I'm weak and I'm dying Lift me up I need you to hold me Lift me up and keep me from drowning again Down pour on my soul Splashing in the ocean I'm losing control Dark sky all around Can't feel my feet Touching the ground But if I can't swim after 40 days And my mind is crushed By the crashing waves Lift me up so high That I cannot fall Lift me up Lift me up when I'm falling Lift me up I'm weak and I'm dying Lift me up I need you to hold me Lift me up and keep me from drowning again Calm the storms that drench my eyes And dry the streams still flowing Casting down all waves of sin And guilt that overthrow me But if I can't swim after 40 days And my mind is crushed By the crashing waves Lift me up so high That I cannot fall Lift me up Lift me up when I'm falling Lift me up I'm weak and I'm dying Lift me up I need you to hold me Lift me up and keep me from drowning again Lift me up, when I'm falling Lift me up, I'm weak and I'm dying Lift me up, I need you to hold me Lift me up, and keep me from drowning again
This Christian band has the best of the best. I've been through a flood of turmoil my entire life from Brain surgeries and having a ventriculoperitoneal (V/P) shunt placed at birth. I was born at eight months (or 32 weeks premature), weighing two pounds and five ounces. I've been extremely hard on myself. But I had God on my side. He was doing the unthinkable miracle, and I've had twenty-seven surgeries (my last one was in November 2009). I had my shunt permanently removed. I haven't had any problems since then.
Become an humble soul: Isaiah 57:15chapter context similar meaning copy save For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones. Psalms 10:12chapter context similar meaning copy save Arise, O LORD; O God, lift up thine hand: forget not the humble. 1 Peter 5:6chapter context similar meaning copy save Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: James 4:10chapter context similar meaning copy save Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up. Job 22:29chapter context similar meaning copy save When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, There is lifting up; and he shall save the humble person. Psalms 9:12chapter context similar meaning copy save When he maketh inquisition for blood, he remembereth them: he forgetteth not the cry of the humble. Proverbs 29:23chapter context similar meaning copy save A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit. Matthew 18:4chapter context similar meaning copy save Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Psalms 34:2chapter context similar meaning copy save My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. Psalms 69:32chapter context similar meaning copy save The humble shall see this, and be glad: and your heart shall live that seek God. Proverbs 16:19chapter context similar meaning copy save Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud. Psalms 10:17chapter context similar meaning copy save LORD, thou hast heard the desire of the humble: thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear: 1 Peter 5:5chapter context similar meaning copy save Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble. Jeremiah 13:18chapter context similar meaning copy save Say unto the king and to the queen, Humble yourselves, sit down: for your principalities shall come down, even the crown of your glory. Proverbs 6:3chapter context similar meaning copy save Do this now, my son, and deliver thyself, when thou art come into the hand of thy friend; go, humble thyself, and make sure thy friend. James 4:6chapter context similar meaning copy save But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. Judges 19:24chapter context similar meaning copy save Behold, here is my daughter a maiden, and his concubine; them I will bring out now, and humble ye them, and do with them what seemeth good unto you: but unto this man do not so vile a thing. Exodus 10:3chapter context similar meaning copy save And Moses and Aaron came in unto Pharaoh, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD God of the Hebrews, How long wilt thou refuse to humble thyself before me? let my people go, that they may serve me. Deuteronomy 8:16chapter context similar meaning copy save Who fed thee in the wilderness with manna, which thy fathers knew not, that he might humble thee, and that he might prove thee, to do thee good at thy latter end; Matthew 23:12chapter context similar meaning copy save And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted. 2 Corinthians 12:21chapter context similar meaning copy save And lest, when I come again, my God will humble me among you, and that I shall bewail many which have sinned already, and have not repented of the uncleanness and fornication and lasciviousness which they have committed. Deuteronomy 8:2chapter context similar meaning copy save And thou shalt remember all the way which the LORD thy God led thee these forty years in the wilderness, to humble thee, and to prove thee, to know what was in thine heart, whether thou wouldest keep his commandments, or no. 2 Chronicles 7:14chapter context similar meaning copy save 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. 2 Chronicles 34:27chapter context similar meaning copy save Because thine heart was tender, and thou didst humble thyself before God, when thou heardest his words against this place, and against the inhabitants thereof, and humbledst thyself before me, and didst rend thy clothes, and weep before me; I have even heard thee also, saith the LORD. How else will you ever notice and face the truth if not through being HUMBLE? Let me help to see and to seek out little more truth: New years eve - we celebtare it in the wrong day. We send a year away, while it`s still contunes. We live in a world where new year starts with 1st January - right? WRONG. New year have always started with 1st March. 4 seasons all 3 months long. March, April, May = Spring, June, July, August = Summer, September, October, November = Fall, December, January, February = Winter.
Jars of Clay canción "Flood", de su álbum debut, fue utilizada como tema de A & E documental de 2006 Dios o la chica, que seguía la vida de cuatro jóvenes de decidir si convertirse en sacerdotes católicos
Any atheists on here love this song? because I am and I love this song. Then again I was 6 when this song came out so I didn't know what it was about. My mom was a rocker and loved music so I loved most 90s music especially the music she listened to. I remember her having a Jars of Clay CD among many many other great albums from 90s 80s 70s. I am so grateful for the music she introduced me to but as of late all that great music that has always brought me back to good times and made me feel good is now making me sad. My mother passed away this past Christmas eve. I hope that one day this music will make me happy like it did before and make me think of the good times with my mother. Anyway been listening to this song since I was 6 years old and now I'm 27. man I miss those days so much good music.
" Any atheists on here love this song? " Absolutely. I always loved the melody and the vocal harmonies. What a soothing voice that guy has. I wish you to have the same good times you had before losing your mom.
Popped up on my feed. Haven’t listened to this in decades but God knew I needed it right here, right now. 😭 literally helped calm my anxiety and to focus on God, my fortress.
Me Too!!! Randomly popped up in my feed too. At the Right Time. Praise Jesus. Thank you God for your intervention. And help anyone hearing this song. God please help anyone hearing this song. Jesus, we submit.
The song's production, helmed by the renowned former King Crimson guitarist and superbrilliant solo artist: Adrian Belew, bestowed upon it a sonorous richness akin to an auditory deluge. Belew employed a unique "over-compression" technique, opting to expand the sound's dynamic range rather than compressing the spectrum, resulting in a distinctive sonic experience. Beyond producing, Belew also lent his musical prowess to the track by playing certain string parts and orchestrating the captivating middle section of 'Flood.' His contributions rendered the song truly one-of-a-kind, leaving a lasting impression with its unparalleled sound.
Such a versatile song, although i am glad it's underlying grasp is truly about walking with God. Stick with it everyone, you can do it. No matter what you're going through!
When I was soaked in drug addiction, the beginning of the end was hearing this song over and over! Thanku so much jars of clay-4this song 2get me over the nitemare of addiction!!!God bless u all!777.gbu
For those who’ve been hurt by ignorant “Christians” I am so sorry. God does not want us to be that way - He is Love! Jesus loves you all! Have a nice life, peace be with you 💕💕
I have been questioned on my beliefs because I drink and people want to doubt my beliefs for me or because my drinking, but listening to these songs remind me everytime. God is God and my savior
I have been trying to find this song again for a while. I'm almost sure that I didn't know that it was a Christian song the first time I heard it, and even though I'm a Christian, that point was always a huge part of the song's appeal to me. ANYONE can enjoy this.
I was about 10 years old when my older sister would play this on her radio and I always loved it! I’m 36 now & It definitely means something completely different than it did when I was a kid! I love songs that are timeless like this one! Classic! ❤
Most Christian rock disgusts me on a purely artistic level but this does Christianity justice in my humble opinion. It appeals to me in the way traditional Christian music does highlighting the yearning for God over the self satisfaction of someone who thinks themselves holier than thou.
I was raised in a Christian family listening to Christian music. This is one of my older brother's favorite songs and bands. To me, this is a timeless Christian rock classic. It's amazing how this song manages to sound so powerful, heavy, and in your face with acoustic guitars, clean singing, and beautiful harmonies.
Im atheist and this song just caught my ears on an episode of "crashing". I don't give a shit if it's Christian music. I don't hear any of that. I just hear a good sounding song. The vocals, the guitar. Sounds killer.
This tune helped me completely to find me during my battle to find, understand, and give all if me to my relationship with Jesus. 🍃 * Took 14 years 🍃 Love it. Lived it. Breath it.
This is the first song i ever heard when i was saved !!!! Thank you so much for launching me on my journey and i would like to publicly say Charles Wayne Payne, im sorry , forgive me and i love you with all my heart ….. you are second to everything in my life ….. if only i had a prayer , a chance , a request to tell you to your face
I'm no longer Catholic as I was raised, but I still like JoC. Thanks to all Christians who are accepting of other faiths or lack thereof and still help them. I love you all!
Reebokanonymous. Ugh, please take the time to learn your Catholic faith and not listen to these ppl on here trying to explain something to u they obviously know nothing about, which u can tell by their ignorant comments to u!!!
@kevin willems Jesus is God in human form the living word. the great message of the Bible is Christ, that he came to this earth to live a perfect sinless life to teach us about the truth and to die as the true Passover Lamb the Innocent sacrificial atonement for our sins verse the scriptures Boldy Proclaim believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved .
Please keep seeking the Truth. Ask the Spirit of Truth to guide you into all truth. The Holy Spirit will show you the Catholic Church is the one true Church of Jesus and the only source of His full Gospel.
I think this song is really open to interpretation. To me, it speaks of looking for hope and salvation, when you feel down and everything is fall apart at the seams. It comes from a dark place yet looking for that light at the end tunnel. Some people find that in God or another religion, others look to their family and friends, and others find a solace in something they love such as music.
Ah, the 90’s memories. Jars and DC Talk showed me that there was some artful Christian music when I was a college student. And it became the soundtrack for a discernment that led me to being a Jesuit priest today. Jars are great live too. Hope they record and tour together again.
Been a fan since the 90s, who's here 2024❤❤
Me ❤❤❤❤❤
Yup, I am still here!
Yes!
My aunt bought this cd for me when I was 16 in hopes that it would lead me to Christ. I rejected it and Him. Oh what a mistake. I spent the next decades drowning in addiction and misery. But even so the Lord was faithful! Praise Jesus for never leaving or forsaking me and taking me back!
Beautiful words. Glad you found Him again! ❤️❤️❤️
Praise God! The redeemer!
Awesome!
Amen It took me 40 years to wake up
Cool
Leaned on this song as I struggled with addiction. Back to listen, with bittersweet memories of those early days, as I celebrate 6 years clean
That's awesome. Congratulations, Rob!
Keep it up. Pray for strength!!
God bless you and give you strength. 🙏🏽✝️❤️
Awesome Rob 7 years myself
Go Rob GO!
1995 - this song is awesome!💥
2023 - this song still awesome!💥
Yes
will be forever GOD BLESS U
2024 it’s still awesome.
This is greatness my friend. It transcends eras
Im sad we dont have anything like this today, these were amazing times
This is with out a doubt, one of the best Christian songs in existence
Jacob Sturd What about "Onward Christian Soldiers"?
close second, also on eagles wings aint bad either...
You are 100% right
meh... this one still wins
+Jacob Sturd Agreed. Casting Crowns "Voice of Truth" is a close second for me though.
My older cousin had a Jars of Clay CD back when I was in middle school and I thought, “wow my cousin listens to rock music too?!” It was taboo for a black kid in a black community to listen to rock music. I never knew they had a deeper meaning to their music. His was reaching me even then!
One community, brother. We are brothers in Christ.
@Bodes Well The active, functioning, alive, body of Christ is moving and shaking. Be strong my brothers and sisters. Spread the good news!
Prince had that same issue and yes he really did go home to Jesus. :)
As an active member of the church, it wasn’t acceptable for me to feel the way that I felt… this song/band led me threw a dark time when I was just told to pray…. And btw Creed is almost solely responsible for bringing back hard rock/heavy metal at a time when no one was listening to it…
@@matthewfloyd2345 What do you think about me I listen to Prince.... most dont know that he wrote and sung a lot of songs about God.
I wish Christian radio stations would include Jars of Clay songs in their regular playlists.
why? They are not christian anymore.
@@annajustice7620 True ! I just saw a pic of the lead singer wearing a 🏳️🌈 pride T shirt. 😢
@@Theanswerisblowinginthewind ? Still valid
2024...anyone?????
Still relevant
I went to both public schools and a private school in my youth. There wasn't much of a difference. I remember the day I got expelled from my last school in 2005 and i cried like there was no tomorrow. I grew up in church but I had a fall out with God at 17. For 16 years I doubted myself. Im now 33 but I never thought I would be here this long. Ive been muddy and dirty for a long time. I got the courage to tell me what to do last night. I dont pretend to be sane but I was never understood until today. My girlfriend is my lifeline and i want her to be with me until its over. I was an alcoholic and addicted to lean but im now 7 years sober. Im a father of 3 and a good one at that. I needed help I couldn't have found on my own. So I went to the Rock of my foundation and said kill me or let me drown. I dont want to be with you but I am not worthy....now I can say with pride that God found me and washed all the mud away. Im going to be ok man...so yea this is still relevant in 2024 just like it always will be.
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Since 20 years before 😅
Christian song with a music video that has Fallout vibes haha
Being a teenager in the 90's was euphoric to me..
Its a blessing if you lived it.
I was in my 20s and even so, it carries a nostalgia, and here I am 53 yo, wanting to hear. It makes me weep in a cleansing way❤
Being a twenty-something then was also wonderful.
Nothing like it.
Jars of Clay bringing believers and non believers to one place to enjoy some peaceful yet heavy music
Daniel Hastie ❤️
Amen
I'm not a Christian but I've always liked this band, my wife the Christian turned me on to these guys many years ago and we have two of their albums.
a-fuckin-men to that!! :D
Heavy? You’re kidding, right?
Who’s Listening in 2020 In The Time Of Corona...Lift Me Up 🙏
Always
@@pauljohnson4786 right here right know Brother
Issam Rahal i am listening too :)
GOD BLESS YOU !
I was reading in my devotional (2 Corinthians 4:7) about 'Jars of Clay,' which prompted me to listen to this song.
Ughhhh I was apart of the mud for a long time BUT I reached out of the muck and God pittied me. Thank you God!
Check out Katy Nichole. Song is, in Jesus name.
Beautiful!!
Still ROCKS after all of these years.
caleb
Fuck Yeah! ;)
it s God s song that s why
It's the definition of "timeless".
robynsegg. Heck ya love Kara of clay😊
Finally after 20 years I find this song!!! Couldn't remember the name...I'm SO happy!!!
good for you, i can definitely relate
Psalm 112..🌱
Same here. I was 14/15 yrs old when I first heard this and turn my life over to God. I would always hear this song in my head when life got hard and I’m glad I found it and downloaded it on my phone so I can hear it at work.
Yeah same except it was my dad trying to find this song
Same thing here !
For those struggling with addiction: read the bible and get to know God DAILY, get baptized and receive the holy spirit (if you haven't been already), pray to God for deliverance when you feel urges (and whenever), and talk to some trustworthy God-fearing friends to help support to you and keep you accountable.
You may not feel like you can overcome it, but Jesus is victorious over the world and you can do anything through him.
26 years later and the song still brings emotion out in me.
Yep
Amazing song.
Right, feel 19 again. Whew
I love 💕 song x😊
Is it Christian song?
"Calm the storms that drench my eyes, and dry the streams still flowing, casting down all waves of sin,and guilt that overthrow me"....I love these guys!!
Your so beautiful
🌅
Best part of the song
Ha ha! I read this just a they sang it! lol! Bang on timing too!
Same 😂 that was so crazy.
It was late summer of 95.. I was camped out in a small beach house on the Outer banks. The wind was blowing out of the east and the rain was pattering on the window. I woke up to this song on the small radio alarm clock as I patiently was waiting for the wind to go offshore for some epic surfing. That day is a memory I'll take to my grave
God was calling you and he still is..
Cape Hatteras is a magical place
@@chrisp.9172LOL
You should be a writer if you're not. You brought me there in just those couple sentences. ❤️
I'm an atheist. Good music is good music.
Exactly.
Don't worry about it, that are not Christians.
I agree!I'm not an atheist,but,I'm not a churchgoer,either and I love some of these Christian Rock band's music!I've always loved this song!
Most Christian music is bad but this rocks
Lord please lift me up and out of this horrible hole that I have created for myself. In Jesus name Amen!🙏
Hi Erica, whatever it is, it’s nothing that will make Jesus turn away from you. Whatever it is, love is greater and can and will restore you and anyone and anything back to Him. Prayed for you. Love in Christ!
@@projetoamanhecer I needed to read that. Brought tears to my eyes. Much love.
Amen.
Just writing what you wrote will bring God’s blessing. In Christ, I wish you success!
I suppose I'm the tough love here, but; "God helps those who help themselves".
I'm with you 100%. I know you have it in you, because that's what the Holy Spirit is. Us.
That opening acoustic riff is like the bat signal for youth group kids approaching middle age
LMAO hahaha
Holy shit!! Hilarious!
accurate lol
To the Christ mobile Robin!
Holy Son of God BATMAN!! @KingdomServicesVictoria
Hahahahha 😂😂😂😂😂 omfg summer Christian camp at Calvin Crest in California so much 🙌
one of the greatest Christian rock songs of all time! actually one of the greatest and most memorabe rock songs of the 1990s!
Fly Leaf is way better.
And I could name an uncountable amount of 90s songs that are infinitely better than this. You haven’t exposed yourself to much music apparently.
Lies again? Squirt Water
What's great about youtube - is you can share this song to people that were not even born when it was performed... and it still sounds fresh and New-to-them. They are stunned when they find out it was written before they breathed air ! :-D
Lies again? AO Levels F**king Lied
@@anti-ethniccleansing465 not even close
I’m Pagan and see this song as being about the beautiful power of spirituality to uplift the soul, whatever the path. May all find peace in their faith!
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Back in 96 when this song came out, I was 22, Sgt in the Marine Corps and life was perfect. Fast forward, I'm 46 and every word of this song is about the life I live now... 39 days and I'm drowning, lift me up please...
@Matt West Hang in there buddy- you got this❤️
Are you ok? I know so much about mental illness( genetic neurological disorders) and ptsd. Hang in and reach out. Life is not exactly what it seems man.
Stay strong brother, Praying for you. Let us know if you need anything. We are with you.
A psalm 31 In you, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me. Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me. Praying for you! May God lift you up, cast your burden on the Lord.
Pray on your knees in Jesus name.
atthew 11:28-30
New International Version
28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Praying for you Matt West in Jesus name, to lift your spirit, any /all burdens and give you peace, calm, mercy
Bless you!
First, thank you for your service! I pray that when you fall, the Lord lifts you up. He is faithful and just and will not tempt beyond your ability to stand tall. When tempted to despair, remember, “Do the next right thing,” that is what He asks.
I'm agnostic and learned of this song because of a remix done of it. Whether you're a person of faith, spiritual, agnostic or atheist the song's message can be appreciated by all. Sometimes it's a friend who lifts us up and sometimes it's something or someone else. As I always say, good music is universal.
Exactly how I feel!
This song is profoundly strong.
When it came out I listened to many alternative songs. My young son was 5 and he could sing this song word for word. It’s the one that got to him and that was moving. He always asked mom play flood song.
@Holly Cranfan little memories like that from my childhood is what draws me back to God when my faith is wavering. Some songs had a profound impact on me when I knew i had been falling further from God, including this song being one of them. I am grateful for growing up listening to Christian music.
T.L. Spitz...you are EXACTLY RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🙏⚡🙏 GOD is ALWAYS there for us even if we think he's not there or not listening. He puts the right songs in front of us to comfort us, the right people, Christians ✝️, the right circumstances etc....He is an awesome and loving God ❤ ♥ 💖
That's the beauty of music....everyone can find what they need in it and it could be different from person to person
I remember this song was so good it actually was in mainstream hearing this song on the radio on my local alternative rock station. Good stuff.
MrVolcomclassic Yeah, I was really young when this came out, but I do remember it on alternative radio. Then my teenage sisters were invited to church camp with a friend and were super confused when they also heard it on Christian radio lol.
I remember hearing it on a major college radio station and the DJs were all excited and it was so awesome.... it was a very exciting time and it was a great song, and it still is- especially compared to the boring mundane fluff that's on now
I remember that too. I thought this album would FINALLY break "Christian music" into the mainstream. It sort of did... then their next album was a disappointment.
Nothing speaks to me like Christian music (not all Christian music!). There's a beauty and timelessness to the message. Mainstream music rarely has that quality. My favorite music is largely CCM.
I would
never have known it was Christian music cause it was on a radio station that plays normal music.
Jars of Clay, the Kry, Steven C Chapman, Michael W. Smith, Newsboys, DC Talk, TobyMac, Petra, Jeremy Camp, Third Day, Casting Crowns. Anyone else's childhood sounds this familiar? 🤔
That was my favorite years
Yes until I heard Kurt Cobain sing for the first time and my life was changed.
Well i should say my musical horizon changed.
You should check out the "Christian Illuminati" series on the Jeremiah Cohen channel so you understand these guys are actually satanic sellouts.
Wolves in sheep's clothing, Scripture calls them 👍
How come you don't have any black Christian Artists in your life?
I recently watched a movie called "Hard Rain" with Christian Slater and Morgan Freeman. They play this at the very end of the movie. Very fitting for it. Brought back memories of a life I used to live. Thank God he got me out of the flood and he still continuing to. I'm not perfect but God is always there to help me.
this sing brought me through my first 40 days of recovery
ithaley stay strong brother. hope you're still clean and serene from whatever you were struggling with. praying for you.
Scotty Van Reeth , thank you man! all things are possible through Christ. I have had ups and downs, but have managed to stay clean 432 consecutive days since I surrendered my old way of life to god.
ithaley wow praise God
You are Proof, that with God ALL things are possible!!! ty
Non religious...i was...now im not and ironically i was junkie for years...now im not that either...lol...glad to hear u made it...i know the struggle muh dude. Stay up.
It's not everyday that a Christian rock band cracks the top 40
Did “The Call” break?
Happens all the time. A ton of what's on the radio are christian bands that got burned out playing on only christian venues. Skillet for one.
I remember first hearing this song on secular radio station. My spirit perked up and I said WHAT is this?
🤔👍🏽“ - Creed hit #1 - with “With Arms Wide Open” - but they denied that they were a “Christian rock band” , sounded like that to me though - “ 👍🏽🤔
PRAISE GOD ALMIGHTY ✝️
Is it safe to say that this song changed Christian contemporary music for ever ?
The cello interlude in the middle of this song is simply brilliant...
My favorite part of the song. It’s also great timing for the lyrics to pick up again, and the singing and melody there are perfect.
Without any doubt this is one of the best 90s songs HANDS DOWN!
Hands down for sure, until someone physically lifts up their hand. 🤣🤣🤣
I’d say it’s one of the best it’s not the best one headlight by The Wallflowers iris Goo Goo Dolls Alanis Morissette ironic
It's absolute trash
I hated God in the 90's but loved this song thinking it was just another grunge song singing about floods or something! I had no idea what was coming to me!
Ha ha! NO.
The kids at church try to show me new music and I’m still listening to this album from 1995
Rain rain on my face
It hasn't stopped
Raining for days
My world is a flood
Slowly I become
One with the mud
But if I can't swim after 40 days
And my mind is crushed
By the crashing waves
Lift me up so high
That I cannot fall
Lift me up
Lift me up when I'm falling
Lift me up I'm weak and I'm dying
Lift me up I need you to hold me
Lift me up and keep me from drowning again
Down pour on my soul
Splashing in the ocean
I'm losing control
Dark sky all around
Can't feel my feet
Touching the ground
But if I can't swim after 40 days
And my mind is crushed
By the crashing waves
Lift me up so high
That I cannot fall
Lift me up
Lift me up when I'm falling
Lift me up I'm weak and I'm dying
Lift me up I need you to hold me
Lift me up and keep me from drowning again
Calm the storms that drench my eyes
And dry the streams still flowing
Casting down all waves of sin
And guilt that overthrow me
But if I can't swim after 40 days
And my mind is crushed
By the crashing waves
Lift me up so high
That I cannot fall
Lift me up
Lift me up when I'm falling
Lift me up I'm weak and I'm dying
Lift me up I need you to hold me
Lift me up and keep me from drowning again
Lift me up, when I'm falling
Lift me up, I'm weak and I'm dying
Lift me up, I need you to hold me
Lift me up, and keep me from drowning again
I'm an Atheist, and I gotta say this song is incredible.
Hope you change
No reason to, there's enough idiots believing in fairy tales.
ronjon83 Ayyy lmao
+ronjon83 Visit this website to avoid regretting later: crossexamined.org/
i used to jam to it in the 90's. i honestly had never realized it was a Christian rock song
This Christian band has the best of the best. I've been through a flood of turmoil my entire life from Brain surgeries and having a ventriculoperitoneal (V/P) shunt placed at birth. I was born at eight months (or 32 weeks premature), weighing two pounds and five ounces. I've been extremely hard on myself. But I had God on my side. He was doing the unthinkable miracle, and I've had twenty-seven surgeries (my last one was in November 2009). I had my shunt permanently removed. I haven't had any problems since then.
Thank God for You
❤
You are a true warrior. God bless 🙏🙏🙏
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Classic song! Lord we praise you always, in the storm and in the calm.
This song helps me through hard times even when I was a kid. God bless them🙏
Become an humble soul:
Isaiah 57:15chapter context similar meaning copy save
For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.
Psalms 10:12chapter context similar meaning copy save
Arise, O LORD; O God, lift up thine hand: forget not the humble.
1 Peter 5:6chapter context similar meaning copy save
Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:
James 4:10chapter context similar meaning copy save
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.
Job 22:29chapter context similar meaning copy save
When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, There is lifting up; and he shall save the humble person.
Psalms 9:12chapter context similar meaning copy save
When he maketh inquisition for blood, he remembereth them: he forgetteth not the cry of the humble.
Proverbs 29:23chapter context similar meaning copy save
A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.
Matthew 18:4chapter context similar meaning copy save
Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.
Psalms 34:2chapter context similar meaning copy save
My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad.
Psalms 69:32chapter context similar meaning copy save
The humble shall see this, and be glad: and your heart shall live that seek God.
Proverbs 16:19chapter context similar meaning copy save
Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.
Psalms 10:17chapter context similar meaning copy save
LORD, thou hast heard the desire of the humble: thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear:
1 Peter 5:5chapter context similar meaning copy save
Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.
Jeremiah 13:18chapter context similar meaning copy save
Say unto the king and to the queen, Humble yourselves, sit down: for your principalities shall come down, even the crown of your glory.
Proverbs 6:3chapter context similar meaning copy save
Do this now, my son, and deliver thyself, when thou art come into the hand of thy friend; go, humble thyself, and make sure thy friend.
James 4:6chapter context similar meaning copy save
But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.
Judges 19:24chapter context similar meaning copy save
Behold, here is my daughter a maiden, and his concubine; them I will bring out now, and humble ye them, and do with them what seemeth good unto you: but unto this man do not so vile a thing.
Exodus 10:3chapter context similar meaning copy save
And Moses and Aaron came in unto Pharaoh, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD God of the Hebrews, How long wilt thou refuse to humble thyself before me? let my people go, that they may serve me.
Deuteronomy 8:16chapter context similar meaning copy save
Who fed thee in the wilderness with manna, which thy fathers knew not, that he might humble thee, and that he might prove thee, to do thee good at thy latter end;
Matthew 23:12chapter context similar meaning copy save
And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.
2 Corinthians 12:21chapter context similar meaning copy save
And lest, when I come again, my God will humble me among you, and that I shall bewail many which have sinned already, and have not repented of the uncleanness and fornication and lasciviousness which they have committed.
Deuteronomy 8:2chapter context similar meaning copy save
And thou shalt remember all the way which the LORD thy God led thee these forty years in the wilderness, to humble thee, and to prove thee, to know what was in thine heart, whether thou wouldest keep his commandments, or no.
2 Chronicles 7:14chapter context similar meaning copy save
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.
2 Chronicles 34:27chapter context similar meaning copy save
Because thine heart was tender, and thou didst humble thyself before God, when thou heardest his words against this place, and against the inhabitants thereof, and humbledst thyself before me, and didst rend thy clothes, and weep before me; I have even heard thee also, saith the LORD.
How else will you ever notice and face the truth if not through being HUMBLE?
Let me help to see and to seek out little more truth:
New years eve - we celebtare it in the wrong day. We send a year away, while it`s still contunes.
We live in a world where new year starts with 1st January - right?
WRONG. New year have always started with 1st March.
4 seasons all 3 months long.
March,
April,
May = Spring,
June,
July,
August = Summer,
September,
October,
November = Fall,
December,
January,
February = Winter.
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Jars of Clay canción "Flood", de su álbum debut, fue utilizada como tema de A & E documental de 2006 Dios o la chica, que seguía la vida de cuatro jóvenes de decidir si convertirse en sacerdotes católicos
christian band or not..whatever they are classifying themselves...they are amazing...this is my favorite song by jars of clay. good day everyone....
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Any atheists on here love this song? because I am and I love this song. Then again I was 6 when this song came out so I didn't know what it was about. My mom was a rocker and loved music so I loved most 90s music especially the music she listened to. I remember her having a Jars of Clay CD among many many other great albums from 90s 80s 70s. I am so grateful for the music she introduced me to but as of late all that great music that has always brought me back to good times and made me feel good is now making me sad. My mother passed away this past Christmas eve. I hope that one day this music will make me happy like it did before and make me think of the good times with my mother. Anyway been listening to this song since I was 6 years old and now I'm 27. man I miss those days so much good music.
" Any atheists on here love this song? "
Absolutely. I always loved the melody and the vocal harmonies. What a soothing voice that guy has. I wish you to have the same good times you had before losing your mom.
Their song All My Tears is just as good. I'm not big on religion but do enjoy spiritually lifting music.
Thank you Monte, I'll listen to the title All My Tears.
I am an Atheist and I like Jars Of Clay.
sooner my bro.
I didn’t know this was a Christian group. Wowww as a saved Christian this is uplifting 🙌🏽lift me up God
I had no idea either, I remember the rock radio station playing it.
Not anymore they aren’t.
@@astronomy7911sadly you’re right. Pray for them.
Popped up on my feed. Haven’t listened to this in decades but God knew I needed it right here, right now. 😭 literally helped calm my anxiety and to focus on God, my fortress.
Same thing here today.
You and I both, my brother ! 🙏
Me Too!!! Randomly popped up in my feed too. At the Right Time. Praise Jesus. Thank you God for your intervention. And help anyone hearing this song. God please help anyone hearing this song. Jesus, we submit.
This is one of those songs you have to listen to twice
mattman337 you mean 3 times in a row
twisted endever was gonna say, several times in a row 😉
You mean 4?
I just listened 7 in a row in 2024
One of my favorite songs of all times. Christ rescued me from drowning in my sin.
This song gets me so emotional 🥹 thank you Jesus ❤
The song's production, helmed by the renowned former King Crimson guitarist and superbrilliant solo artist: Adrian Belew, bestowed upon it a sonorous richness akin to an auditory deluge. Belew employed a unique "over-compression" technique, opting to expand the sound's dynamic range rather than compressing the spectrum, resulting in a distinctive sonic experience.
Beyond producing, Belew also lent his musical prowess to the track by playing certain string parts and orchestrating the captivating middle section of 'Flood.' His contributions rendered the song truly one-of-a-kind, leaving a lasting impression with its unparalleled sound.
Thank you for the insight 🥰
Quite a departure from Big Electric Cat , in subject matter.
Clearly, he's a musical genius
COOL! i love king crimson
Lies again? UEFA SW MLS NFL TUSHY
this song never gets old
Such a versatile song, although i am glad it's underlying grasp is truly about walking with God. Stick with it everyone, you can do it. No matter what you're going through!
It's timeless it brings me back to fixing cars and reading the Bible with my dad and uncle
One of my Favorite songs in life... the Lord works in mysterious ways... and I welcome this song like a athem
When I was soaked in drug addiction, the beginning of the end was hearing this song over and over! Thanku so much jars of clay-4this song 2get me over the nitemare of addiction!!!God bless u all!777.gbu
If you’re listening to this song in 2023, you’re a legend!
Great song then and now
Yeah 2024
Had this song on CD on active duty in the Marines.
This song is dedicated to the people of Florida who have lost so much from the Hurricane 🌀
Heard this at the grocery store today and was taken back to a great time in my life.
Definitely one of the best songs ever and underrated.
we lifted ourselves up as that was how we were raised.
For those who’ve been hurt by ignorant “Christians” I am so sorry. God does not want us to be that way - He is Love! Jesus loves you all! Have a nice life, peace be with you 💕💕
I have been questioned on my beliefs because I drink and people want to doubt my beliefs for me or because my drinking, but listening to these songs remind me everytime. God is God and my savior
I have been trying to find this song again for a while. I'm almost sure that I didn't know that it was a Christian song the first time I heard it, and even though I'm a Christian, that point was always a huge part of the song's appeal to me. ANYONE can enjoy this.
Dan Haseltine, proof that there are righteous christians who just happen to be righteous musicians too!!!!!
And he's gay!
@@michaeljennings5418 I couldn't find anything about him coming out. I think he's just an LGBTQ+ ally.
@@michaeljennings5418 that's wrong...
I can't believe how old this song is. I loved this song. Brings back so many memories.
It's so good to know we can cry out to our Lord Jesus. Oh, the mercy, oh, the love. Thanks to Our God, who is so good.
Yes.
The acoustic groove in this song is soooooo good.
Used to listen to this when i was 16, im 44 now and its still making me feel.
Anybody else not a practicing Christian but still love this song?
Doesn't matter the title for religion..all agree on the one true God and if you don't he still believes in you 🙌💖
Me
Me
I was about 10 years old when my older sister would play this on her radio and I always loved it! I’m 36 now & It definitely means something completely different than it did when I was a kid! I love songs that are timeless like this one! Classic! ❤
Saw them live back in 2011 with Mercyme and other artists. They actually played this song. Biggest show I ever went to. Had a good time.
I'm not even Christian and this song is still a banger.
Hi 2024, my favorite when released I was a youth pastor. Wow! Here we are like in the days of Noah waiting for Jesus to LIFT US UP! 🗣🔜⬆️☁️✝️🙏❤
Childhood memory unlocked
Beautiful song that holds a much deeper meaning for many who have and still continue to listen to it. Man I miss the 90’s!
I remember being 13 and hearing this song for the first time, still the most lyrically powerful song I’ve ever heard.
Most Christian rock disgusts me on a purely artistic level but this does Christianity justice in my humble opinion. It appeals to me in the way traditional Christian music does highlighting the yearning for God over the self satisfaction of someone who thinks themselves holier than thou.
Regardless you keep praying and praising Jesus in your storms. He is God!
Been pulled out of the drowning water too many times. Thanks to Lord Jesus.
God Bless Jars of Clay and Everyone Listening to it!
I was raised in a Christian family listening to Christian music. This is one of my older brother's favorite songs and bands. To me, this is a timeless Christian rock classic. It's amazing how this song manages to sound so powerful, heavy, and in your face with acoustic guitars, clean singing, and beautiful harmonies.
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Prayer is how he lifts us up!
The Pianist just got entered into the Rochester Music Hall f Fame
Go Jesus long live Christendom I am Christian specifically Catholic I love this song I love JESUS and I'm proud of my Lord!
Have you heard Trevor Thomson's "Christ in Me Arise"?
Thank you, It is the message " to love one another",.. thank you.
Im atheist and this song just caught my ears on an episode of "crashing". I don't give a shit if it's Christian music. I don't hear any of that. I just hear a good sounding song. The vocals, the guitar. Sounds killer.
One of my favorite Christian songs
Amen! Praise the Lord Jesus Christ!! All glory to him! Hold me too Lord Jesus Christ! Amen! Keep me from drowning again!
This was me and my grandmas favorite song growing up, I lost her this year to cancer, i feel like she's still here with me when i hear it
This tune helped me completely to find me during my battle to find, understand, and give all if me to my relationship with Jesus.
🍃 * Took 14 years 🍃
Love it. Lived it. Breath it.
God is real!! Heaven is a beautiful place and if you just believe a little he really will lift you up in your heart. ❤😊
ANOTHER GREAT CHRISTIAN ROCK PRAISE SONG !!!! PRAISE THE LORD NOW AND FOREVER!!!!!!
This song makes me cry,,joyfully!
Saw them live, Winterfest, Gatlinburg TN. Truly one of the best concerts i have ever had the privilege of attending.
God give me strength today
This is the first song i ever heard when i was saved !!!! Thank you so much for launching me on my journey and i would like to publicly say Charles Wayne Payne, im sorry , forgive me and i love you with all my heart ….. you are second to everything in my life ….. if only i had a prayer , a chance , a request to tell you to your face
I'm no longer Catholic as I was raised, but I still like JoC. Thanks to all Christians who are accepting of other faiths or lack thereof and still help them.
I love you all!
Reebokanonymous You know Catholicism isn't Christian right??
Catholicism worships the pope, although that is forbidden in Christianity, and they pray to saints and to Mary, which is false.
There you go
Reebokanonymous. Ugh, please take the time to learn your Catholic faith and not listen to these ppl on here trying to explain something to u they obviously know nothing about, which u can tell by their ignorant comments to u!!!
@kevin willems Jesus is God in human form the living word.
the great message of the Bible is Christ, that he came to this earth to live a perfect sinless life to teach us about the truth and to die as the true Passover Lamb the Innocent sacrificial atonement for our sins verse the scriptures Boldy Proclaim believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved .
Please keep seeking the Truth. Ask the Spirit of Truth to guide you into all truth. The Holy Spirit will show you the Catholic Church is the one true Church of Jesus and the only source of His full Gospel.
This brings back memories for sure.
let us rely on you and you alone Lord
Finally, heard a bit of this from my neighbors car and it was driving me nuts. Ugh, sweet relief!!!
My mom loved Jars of Clay and she'd dance to this when i was a kid :D
So many of the comments here are about our moms.
I think this song is really open to interpretation. To me, it speaks of looking for hope and salvation, when you feel down and everything is fall apart at the seams. It comes from a dark place yet looking for that light at the end tunnel. Some people find that in God or another religion, others look to their family and friends, and others find a solace in something they love such as music.
The message of Redemption is there. Ok? Don't judge, lest you be judged.:Q: What is laying your life down for another?
Its a direct reference to the bible
Ah, the 90’s memories. Jars and DC Talk showed me that there was some artful Christian music when I was a college student. And it became the soundtrack for a discernment that led me to being a Jesuit priest today. Jars are great live too. Hope they record and tour together again.
Jesuit Priest? So much for that discernment!
I'm listening to this while recovering from Covid (in isolation) in a 3rd world country. The Lord sustains me.