Songs In The Night

His Name Is Jesus In the shadows of our world, God sent forth a shining light; There’s a hope stirring within that breaks through the darkest night. He’s the Desire of the Nations - He’s the God who can see us. The prophets have proclaimed, thou shalt call His name Jesus. He is Jesus! Chorus: His name is Jesus - He came to seek and to save; He is Jesus - He will rescue from the power of the grave; When He knocks at your heart’s door, won’t you let Him come in? If you heed His Gospel call, He will save you from sin. He is Jesus. He came unto His own, but Him they would not receive. Jesus Christ is the Messiah - but they would not believe. He is the one we’ve been waiting for all of our days; He’s the only true Redeemer - He is worthy of our praise; His name is Jesus! Chorus. From the cross of Calvary to the silent, empty grave, He’s the only Saviour who has risen - the only one who can save. Won’t you trust in the Good Shepherd; can’t you hear Him calling you? From the realm of eternity...

The Light In The Darkness Struggling within my darkness, Feeling hopelessly lost and alone; Oftimes I fear the voice that I hear Crying out aloud is my own. Shattering the silence, Wondering if I can ever find Someone who cares and would even dare To give me hope and peace of mind. And reaching out in the darkness, Calling out to be heard, There’s a shining Light that breaks through my night, Coming from within Your Holy Word. Reaching out through the darkness Is the Saviour who died for me - A prisoner within, enslaved to my sins - But Jesus came to make me free. Like a Good Shepherd searching For the lost sheep that had gone astray, He heard my cry, came down from on High, And sought me out that day. Now there’s hope beyond the shadows - A Light shining out for all to see; I see the Man with nail-pierced hands, The Saviour who died to rescue me. Jesus broke through all my darkness When I heard the Gospel sound; Now I know His voice, and I truly rejoice: The lost sheep has now been fo...

It Is Written, It Is Written There is a Book that God has written; To it, no other can compare. Its chapters tell us of the Saviour In the pages written there: Jesus is the song of sages, He’s the Bible’s central theme. In the glory of the ages, It is written for all to see. (Chorus) It is written, it is written, There is a plan for you and me. It is written, it is written, The Saviour came to make us free. Held so long by sin’s oppression, From our slavery we are freed; Why wander about in darkness - Oh, take up the Book and read! For so many years I have wandered, Lost in the maze of uncertainty; I have searched so long for answers, Puzzled at the depths of misery. There are questions I have wondered, What of my future? I cannot see - But when I read the Bible for myself, The mysteries become clear to me. Jesus is the only Saviour; He died for Adam’s sinful race. He suffered on the cruel cross - The Substitute in our place. By His blood, He paid our ransom; By His death, He made us f...

  Victorious And Free All of my enemies That rejoiced over me, Thou hast caused them to flee, And given me the victory. Thou hast cast all my sins Into the depths of the sea; Thou hast drowned all my iniquities, And hast made me free. Oh why should I worry, Or fret in misery; Thou hast borne all my burdens When I cast them on Thee. All praise to Thee, Jesus - Thou alone hast saved me; Thou hast died on the cross And given me life eternally. November 9th, 2025 Jerry Bouey Psalms 35:19 Let not them that are mine enemies wrongfully rejoice over me: neither let them wink with the eye that hate me without a cause. Micah 7:8, 19 Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the LORD shall be a light unto me… He will turn again, he will have compassion upon us; he will subdue our iniquities; and thou wilt cast all their sins into the depths of the sea. John 8:31-32, 36 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in m...

  Make Me Free The darkness of sin enclosed me fast, This prison I’m in had my soul downcast. Who can break through and help me to see, Shatter the darkness and make me free? Looking above, I prayed for light, A Friend to shine through the dark of night, A Saviour to come and rescue me, Release all my chains and make me free. I opened the Gospels and began to read; Asking for wisdom, I had to plead. I saw there Jesus, who died for me; He paid sin’s price to make me free. He had to die on the cross that day, So His shed blood could wash my sins away. Suddenly, at last, my eyes could see; Here was The Truth that could make me free. Jesus had died, salvation was done; He rose again, God’s precious Son. I turned from the sin which imprisoned me, And as I received Jesus, He made me free. Now He’s my Saviour and my King; He loves me so much, my soul has to sing. In the chains of sin, He showed me the key; I trusted in Jesus, and He made me free. Now I’ve a mission from God above: Go to a...

My Hymn Of Praise “It is well with my soul;” “He keeps me singing” “Day by day.” “His name is Wonderful,” “He took my sins away.” “Standing on the promises” - “I am resolved” to “Trust and obey.” “Jesus is coming again” - “What if it were today?” “All hail the power of Jesus’ name,” “Oh, He’s done so much for me.” “I know whom I have believed,” - “Saved by the blood” “At Calvary.” “My faith has found a resting place,” “A shelter in the time of storm;” “Safe am I” in “The Haven of rest,” “Leaning on the everlasting arms.” “Onward, Christian soldiers,” “Hold the fort” “The fight is on;” “Stand up, stand up for Jesus;” “We’re marching to Zion.” “All hail the power of Jesus’ name;” There’s “Power in the blood.” “Faith is the victory,” “When the enemy comes in like a flood.” “‘Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus,” “His name is Wonderful” to me. “When we all get to heaven,” “Praise Him, praise Him,” “What a day that will be”! “Face to face with Christ, My Saviour,” coming to Him “Just as I am;” I...

Nailed To The Cross The accuser of the brethren does his job very well; He wants to condemn us and remind us of Hell. But I went humbly to Jesus, laid all my sins at His feet; When my past comes to haunt me, I won’t give in to defeat. (Chorus) My sins are nailed to the cross, My sins are nailed to the cross; I have a new home in Heaven, because of the cross - My sins are nailed to His cross. Jesus Christ is the Way, He is the Truth, and the Life, He shed His blood on Calvary to bring to us new life; Though your sins may be as scarlet, and your past black as night, He can wash them away, and make you clean in His sight. (2nd Chorus) Your sins are nailed to the cross, Your sins are nailed to the cross; You have a new lease on life, because of the cross - Your sins are nailed to His cross. Oh my friend, come now to Jesus, the Truth and the Way; Leave your sins with the Saviour - He will take them away; And though you may seek them, know that they are truly gone; If they come back to your ...

  In Sunshine And Shadow In sunshine and shadow, in real joy and in pain, You bless the people that call on Your name; In times of sore trials and in times of peace, We know that Your love for us will never cease. In sunshine and shadow - the crown or the cross, The fiery furnaces we face only remove the dross; For every trial of life the Lord has a reason, They purify and chasten - though now for a season. In sunshine and shadow, in darkness or in light, You are with me in the daytime, and guard my soul each night; You answer all my questions, and soothe all my troubling fears - In sunshine and shadow, You walk with me through all the years. In sunshine and shadow - through winds and through waves, From the heights of the mountains to the depths of the grave, Jesus is holding you strong in the grip of His grace - Held secure in the arms of the only God who saves. February 9th, 2025 Jerry Bouey Psalms 139:7-12 Whither shall I go from thy spirit? or whither shall I flee from thy pre...

  Tell The World About Jesus The light is shining in the darkness, but can this lost world see? Can they see the glorious light of Jesus Christ shining through me? We are the light of this dark world, but is our light still glowing bright, Are we separated from the darkness, do we stand out in the night? (Chorus) Let's tell them all about Jesus and His love for their precious souls; Let's tell them how He died, and how through faith they can be made whole; Let's tell them He arose in triumph, victorious over the grave; Let's tell them all about the Saviour, for the debt's already been paid. Are we the salt of this world, do we create a thirst for Him? Do we still offer the solution to the souls scarred from sin? Can they really see the difference that Jesus Christ has made in me? Have you told others about the Saviour who died to make them free? Let's tell the world about Jesus, let's tell them the Gospel story; Let's bring this message to the lost, let...

  Have Compassion, Making A Difference I thought I was a good Christian, I thought I loved the lost; I believed I was a giving soul - willing to count the cost. But there was something that was missing, and it truly came clear to me: If I wanted to make a difference, having compassion was the key. Chorus: Have compassion, making a difference, Share the truth that will make them free - From a heart stirred by the love of God, Making a difference - eternally! I thought I was so satisfied, serving from day to day; But somehow I made no difference on the lost who came my way. "Search my heart, oh God!" I cried, "Make me a vessel fit for Your use. 'Give me souls, or I die.' It's Your will alone that I choose." Chorus I see the lost stumbling by, blindly on their way to Hell; They need to know the Saviour - oh, who will go to them and tell? Tell them of Jesus who died, so they can live eternally; Moved with compassion, my heart's cry, "Here am I, Lord...

  The Father's Heart The Father's heart is beating, pleading for the souls of men, Yearning for His children to go and bring the lost ones in, Crying out against the sin that plagues this darkened land, The Father's heart is beating still - oh, can't you understand? Chorus: The Father's heart is beating for someone here to go, To tell the prodigal child that He dearly loves them so; The Father's heart is beating, yearning for the lost, My child, are you willing to go and count the cost? The Father's heart is beating, God is calling out your name; If you listen to His pleading, you will never be the same; Jesus Christ has paid the price, atonement has been made, But the Father needs someone to tell them sin's debt has been paid. The Father's heart is beating, pleading for the souls of men; Hell is real, it is forever - go and plead with them! The Father's heart is beating, His message rings loud and clear - The sands of time are moving, there is n...

  Full Assurance (To the tune of So Little Time) Full assurance - we pray - of understanding Is yours in Christ - you are complete in Him. Riches above, are stored in Heaven waiting. Rejoice, my friend, you're a child of the King. Chorus: Today we serve, with fullness of understanding, Assurance of hope, through eyes of faith; So let us love our dear Lord supremely. Let us be faithful, as we run this race. Full assurance, stand fast in this your hope now. Be diligent, be faithful to the end. A crown of life, rewards for those who serve Christ - Jesus remembers all that's done for Him. Full assurance - steadfast is the eye of faith. Approach God's throne, with boldness, plead for souls. Let us draw near, give all our cares to Jesus; Behold the prize - press on towards the goal. 2nd Chorus: Today we serve, with fullness of understanding, Assurance of hope, through eyes of faith; So let us love our Saviour supremely. Brethren, be faithful, as you run this race. January 22nd, 2...

  And They Shall Run In this world of pain and woe, You may stumble and falter. Grab the hand that reaches down From your Heavenly Father. He will lift you up high, So that you may rise above; And He will hold you there By the power of His love. And you shall run... They that wait upon the Lord Shall renew their strength, They shall mount up with wings as eagles; And they shall run... The battles are often fierce In this dark world we live in. You may find your soul is weak, And you feel ready to give in. But don't give up, just press ahead, Keep reaching for that high prize. Keep on looking unto Jesus - As your strength begins to rise... And you shall run... And they shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint. And they shall run... They shall be more than conquerors. And they shall run... There are voices crying out - To break your will and compromise. But stand fast, and hold your ground; Mount up on wings, towards the skies... And you shall run... They that wait u...

  Wings I'm flying with the wings of an eagle Soaring up above in the sky My thoughts are on the things of Heaven I'll worship my Creator on high. I'm swiftly running - somehow I'm not weary I won't give up, there's a race to be won I'll keep my eyes on the Author, Finisher of faith There's a new song of praise to be sung. I'm walking while the going is easy I won't tremble though the road gets hard The Son of God is a mighty fortress He's my Rock, my shelter, my guard. Though Satan desires I should stumble As he sets each trap, to my protector I fly When it seems I can't win, and the snare closes in On wings my Father will bear me up high. Though thousands around me should perish I won't fear for my redemption draws nigh While lightning flashes across the heavens On wings of rapture I'll meet my Lord in the sky. December 10th, 1994 Jerry Bouey But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with w...

  Prayer For Perfect Peace (To the tune of "Great Is Thy Faithfulness") I need Your peace, dear Lord, oh how I dearly cry, Fill me with strength and grace before I die! I'm at the end of hope, help me to cling and cope, Hold me in Your arms and bear me up high. Help me to look to You and cling to You daily, Help me to trust in faith, and cast fears away, Grant me your perfect peace, please fill my mind with ease, Comfort and strengthen my heart, Lord, I pray. Father, I'm trembling, and troubled, and worried; I give these cares to you, oh take them away! Help me to lean on you, I'm wearied with struggling, Fill my aching heart with Your peace today. June 3rd, 2001 Jerry Bouey (Dedicated to Mama Pat) Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on Thee: because he trusteth in Thee. Isaiah 26:3 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which pass...

My Prayer For Sanctuary I need a quiet place, Lord, where I can get away; Where I can seek Your face, as I kneel to pray; Somewhere there’s a refuge, away from the world outside, Where I can be at peace, Lord, as I’m walking by Your side. I need a Sanctuary, my own hiding place, Somewhere I can get away and daily seek your grace; A place of peace and solitude, a place to call my own - Where I can focus on my Saviour, and spend time with Him alone. A place I can put my worries away up on a shelf; A place of joy and comfort, where I can be myself. A solace and a refuge, Lord, a haven in Your sight; A shelter from this world - my own harbour of delight. Somewhere life does not intrude and Your peace is in my heart. Seeking You in spirit and truth is the only place to start. You and You alone are all that my soul wants to view, When this world comes knocking, they’ll know I spent much time with You. A place of calm refreshing, of soothing healing in Your arms,  Where I can lay my burde...

  The Shadows Flee Away I am waiting, hoping, praying, for the coming of that day When the Lord shall come from Heaven, and the shadows flee away. There is darkness looming around me, and the fears and doubts dismay But the Morning Star lights up the gloom, and the shadows flee away. When I feel I cannot go on, and my prayers fade away, The Lord lifts me from my despair, and the shadows flee away. Walking through the fire and the flood, the Lord holds the night at bay My hope is renewed, my Saviour comes, and the shadows flee away. God's promises light up my heart, and I find strength for this day, Comfort comes from my Beloved, and the shadows flee away. Even when I am faithless, and I don't have the courage to pray, Jesus comes, like I knew He would, and my shadows flee away. December 30th, 2003 Jerry Bouey Until the day break, and the shadows flee away, turn, my beloved, and be thou like a roe or a young hart upon the mountains of Bether. Song of Solomon 2:17 Until the day b...

I really do love the hymn,  Just As I Am , that tells about salvation in the Lord Jesus Christ. There is nothing we need to bring to Him to save us - just repentance of our sins (ie. a change of mind about our sins that we see them as wicked in His sight and we no longer desire them the way we did before - we want the Saviour instead) and faith in His shed blood and finished work upon the cross of Calvary. Unfortunately, to many in the religious world, Just As I Am becomes a creed to justify staying as we are - no change, no repentance, nothing different - but somehow still saved and Heaven bound! When we sang this song as our closing hymn in church yesterday, I was thinking about the difference true salvation does make - and that difference is eternal. The Lord God changes us, cleanses us, adopts us as His children, gives us eternal life, regenerates us and makes us new creatures in Him, and so much more.  I came to the Lord just as I was - but praise the Lord, I did not stay...

  ABC’s Of Heaven’s Glory A dopted as God’s child, B orn from above, C arried to Heaven on the wings of His love. D estined for glory, E ternity is in view, F or consider the G reat plans H e has for me and you - I n His wisdom He will follow them through. J ehovah, Jesus, K ing of Kings, L ord of Lords; M arvel at our Saviour, worship Him in one accord. N o name is greater - O nly Jesus will reign; P onder the promise He is coming again! Q uiet the inward struggles, R est in His gentle arms, be S till your anxious thoughts - He will calm the raging storm. T arry in prayer a moment, U ntil He answers you; V erily God has promised - W atch Him come through. E X alt your great Leader, follow Him day by day - Y ou’re marching upward to Z ion, and He’s leading the way! A lways B e C areful, to watch and to pray. November 7, 2023 Jerry Bouey Hebrews 12:1-2 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which do...

On My Knees On my knees I will worship the King of heaven and earth. Lord of all creation, You alone are worth More than a million diamonds, or pearls from the sea, For they will pass away, my Lord, but You will always be. When troubles come, my God, I know You will conquer all. You will heal my heart and rescue me every time I fall. In the darkest night of despair, my Jesus, You'll pull me through. There is no other Saviour, Lord, there is only You. When my heart is tempted away, Lord, I know You will pull me back. When riches start to sway me, remind me there's no lack Of Your glorious blessings. I have no use for greed. You are love eternal; that is all I really need. When the world grabs at my attention don't let me be lured away. All the money I can dream of is not worth one single day Of being without You, my Lord, my God, my King. You alone are worth forever, You're worth everything! May 18th, 1994 Jerry Bouey If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious. To...