Hidden Streams
Hidden Streams, Season One, is a devotion and study of the Psalms of Lament.
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Final Episode of Hidden Streams Revelation 5:9-14 Rebekah Caggegi sings "Worthy Is The Lamb"
12/26/2025
Final Episode of Hidden Streams Revelation 5:9-14 Rebekah Caggegi sings "Worthy Is The Lamb"
A reminder that although the podcast has been cancelled, previous episodes can be downloaded at 1517.org. Chad Bird, Rev. Edward Killian, John Andrew Schreiner and Eddy Duhan wish to thank all of you have listened and given your time and support to this podcast. It has been a tremendous honor to present these episodes as a quiet time for spiritual refreshment and rejuvenation for the people of God. As all creation enters the final Day of the Lord, where the things that once seemed important now fade away, we hear the question "who is worthy to open the scroll?". Chad guides us through this magnificent passage and Rebekah Ceggegi sings "Worthy is the Lamb". Lyrics to "Worthy is the Lamb" Weep no more Our ransom is paid Weep no more A joyful exchange is made By the worthy One Forever You reign You are the worthy One The Lamb who was slain * Then I looked, and I saw The living creatures, and the elders And myriads of angels before the throne And I heard, on the earth And under the earth, every creature Raise their voice as one before Your throne Worthy, worthy is the Lamb Worthy is the Lamb that was slain For the sins of the world For the sins of the world Jesus, we give our thanks Jesus we give our worship Unto You. And we sing, altogether All creation, and all history Assembles before the Lamb The Lamb that was slain Let the blessing, and the glory Resound throughout the earth and sky Unto Him upon the throne And the Lamb on high Worthy, worthy is the Lamb Worthy is the Lamb that was slain For the sins of the world For the sins of the world Jesus, we give our thanks Jesus we give our worship Unto You.
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Luke 1:46-56 for Advent: Mary's Magnificat, beautifully sung by Izzi Ray
12/19/2025
Luke 1:46-56 for Advent: Mary's Magnificat, beautifully sung by Izzi Ray
In this Advent edition, Chad takes us to the home of Elizabeth and Zachariah, when Mary comes to visit her cousin and proclaim the greatness of God and celebrate the greatness of His mercy, the God of heaven now come to earth and causing John the Baptist to leap for joy in his mother's womb. Izzi Ray sings "Magnificat". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to Magnificat Magnificat. My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, he has looked on the lowliness of his servant. For behold, behold from now on all generations will call me blessed; all generations will call me blessed; I am blessed for the Mighty One has done great things for me, and holy, holy is his name. And his mercy is there for those who fear him from generation to generation. from generation to generation. We are blessed He has shown great strength with his arm; he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts; he has brought down the mighty from their thrones and exalted the lowly of heart and exalted the lowly of heart He has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he has sent away empty. He has helped his servant Israel, in remembrance of his great mercy, as he spoke to our fathers, to Abraham and to his offspring forever.” My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, in remembrance of his great mercy, in remembrance of his great mercy,
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Colossians 1:15-20 Izzi Ray sings "We Look To You"
12/12/2025
Colossians 1:15-20 Izzi Ray sings "We Look To You"
The biggest questions in this life always come down to God. Chad reminds us that Christ is the image of God, and consolations await those who look to Jesus. Izzi Ray sings "we Look to You". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "We Look to You" When it all falls apart, Our treasures in the dark, You shine as the one who cares, the image of God’s heart. The firstborn over all, Before the world began, By You the stars were spoken, and our lives held in Your hands. Chorus: We look to You, the image of the Father Holding all things together The Word forever We look to You, the image of compassion And it comes home again In You all things stay You are the dawn of the never ending day When the night grows long, And hope feels out of reach, You’re holding all creation— And You’re still holding me. You reconcile the broken, Shed Your blood to made us new, Your Peace rising from the shadows, A kingdom born of You.
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Advent special! Luke 1:67-79 Chris Lizotte sings "All of the Light We See"
12/05/2025
Advent special! Luke 1:67-79 Chris Lizotte sings "All of the Light We See"
This week is the first week in Advent and how wonderful to reflect on the Benedictus, the prayer of Zachariah, after John the Baptist was born. You will love hearing Chad meditate on the richness of this beautiful passage of God's word. Chris Lizotte sings "All of the Light We See" which also features John Andrew Schreiner playing the accordion. Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "ALl of the Light We See" Sunrise will greet us Darkness is broken by the light Blessed is Your name For bringing sight to the blind The horn of salvation Saving our kind The sunrise will greet us And guide us into Your light You are the Light My tongue was tied up And so I waited, unable to speak My faith had dried up But You are gentle, offering relief You opened my lips I sang in reply The sunrise will greet us And guide us into Your light You are the Light Chorus: All of the light we see Streams from Your mercy Your love descends on the night And fear cannot stay Shadows are scattered in flight Let us prepare the way The sunrise will greet us And guide us into Your light You are the Light From the shadow of death To the rising sun Forgiveness in Jesus The battle is won
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Thanksgiving Special! Phil. 2:5-11 JEFF ANDERSON sings "You Took The Way Down"
11/27/2025
Thanksgiving Special! Phil. 2:5-11 JEFF ANDERSON sings "You Took The Way Down"
We have so much to be grateful for, and most of all we can give thanks for Christ Jesus leaving the heights of heaven and coming to dwell among us, taking our sin, destroying death and making eternity in heaven possible to thise who call upon His name. Chad meditates on this most wonderful hymn from Paul's letter to the Phillipians and calls us to be ever grateful for the finished work of our Saviour. Jeff Anderson sings "You Took the Way Down". Hidden Streams: Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: We have the mind of Christ We have the mind of Christ Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be exploited, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Salvation’s story You took the way down The Lord of glory You took the way down You came down to earth So we can enter Your rest And wait for the day Every knee shall bow Every tongue confess That Jesus is Lord We have the mind of Christ We have the mind of Christ
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Habakkuk 3:16-19 JEFF ANDERSON sings "Eternal One"
11/21/2025
Habakkuk 3:16-19 JEFF ANDERSON sings "Eternal One"
One of the most encouraging scriptures we have to remind us that we are not alone, even when everything we see is telling us to give up and lose hope. Chad beautifully meditates upon this treasure and lifts are hearts to God, the Eternal One. Jeff Anderson is a gifted singer and once again sings with beauty and truth to encourage us all. Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to Eternal One Intro I hear, and my body trembles; At the day of trouble, At the day of fear When everything falls apart And the enemy is at the door And we have run out of time we have run out of time I will rejoice in You The Eternal One I will rejoice in You Verse 1 though the fig tree should not blossom, nor fruit be found on the vines, though the produce of the olive fail and the fields yield no food, though the flock be cut off away from the fold and there be no herd in the stalls, Yet I will rejoice in You The Eternal One Yet I will rejoice in You Verse 2 The Eternal Lord is my strength! On the day of trouble of and fear He has made my feet strong and steady My feet, like the feet of a deer; He allows me to walk on high places And I walk with confidence and I stand secure I will rejoice in You The Eternal One I will rejoice in You Chorus: Oh Eternal One Only begotten Son Who sets my feet to run Your saving work is done Oh Eternal One
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Habakkuk 3:1-15 In Wrath, Remember Mercy Rebekah Cageggi sings "Maranatha!"
11/14/2025
Habakkuk 3:1-15 In Wrath, Remember Mercy Rebekah Cageggi sings "Maranatha!"
Another rough passage of scripture that describes God's wrath as he judges His people for their actions. Chad digs into this and the similarities to the language from Exodus. Chad encourages to meditate on verse 2: "in wrath, remember mercy". And God has remembered, sending His beloved Son to earth to live and die in our place, rise again and break the cold chains of bondage that bind us all. Rebekah Caggegi sings "Maranatha!" and we look forward to the great day of the Lord when He, the great Judge makes everything forever right. Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics for Maranatha! Verse: The mountains saw you and trembled A torrent of waters swept by The voice I heard from the deepest ocean Lifted its praises on high And over the ancient pathways Eternal hills were sinking low The tallest mountains were all shattered When arrows flashed from your bow Chorus Maranatha! Maranatha! You will return With rays flashing from your hand Sending terror across the land Maranatha! Maranatha! You will return And in Your wrath remember Mercy, the breath of life Mercy upon the earth Let there be mercy Let there be mercy Verse 3: The sun and moon stood in their place at the flash of your glittering spear. You marched through the earth with a fury You shook the nations with fear Was your anger against the rivers, Indignation against the seas, Still Your ways are everlasting And I fear for Your decrees Your ways are perfect But I am not Without Your mercy I am lost Chorus Maranatha! Maranatha! You will return With rays flashing from your hand Sending terror across the land Maranatha! Maranatha! You will return And in Your wrath remember Mercy, the breath of life Mercy upon the earth
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Lamentations 5:1-22 Colin Heinrich sings "Please Restore Us"
11/07/2025
Lamentations 5:1-22 Colin Heinrich sings "Please Restore Us"
For Jeremiah and the people he cares about, this is not a happy ending. Chad takes us by the hand through the devestation and somehow we emerge knowing that God will always hold on to us. Colin Heinrich sings "Please Resore Us". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "Please Restore Us" Lamentations 5 Devastation and chaos In the Darkness, our despair Saturated with all sorrow Oh Lord please hear our prayer When noontime looks like midnight And the upside is sinking down What was hidden on the inside Is now scattered all around Chorus: Oh my Lord, restore us Oh my Lord, restore us If we can’t sink any lower If the song isn’t over Please restore us Our fathers sinned and are no more Now I hear the knocking at our door There is no happy ending to this our farewell song Dawn is coming at your appearing The Son arises, the darkness disappearing The redeemed voices swell, in you all is well, To sing Your glory Only Jesus can wake the dawn When hope is shattered, all is gone Jesus renew me Take my hand and hold on, please hold on Chorus: Oh my Lord, restore us Oh my Lord, restore us If we can’t sink any lower If the song isn’t over Please restore us
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Lamentations 4:12-22 Marvelle Figueroa sings "Sandcastle"
10/31/2025
Lamentations 4:12-22 Marvelle Figueroa sings "Sandcastle"
This is a tough passage. Defeat, humiliation, devestation, and the false prophets led the sheep to the slaughter. Chad meditates on this heavy lament from the prophet Jeremiah and reminds us that our only hope is in our Saviour Jesus Christ. Marvelle Figueroa sings the haunting song "Sandcastle". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "Sandcastle" We walked as the blind In the streets of the city When destruction came near Our eyes could not see They were the eagles And we were the prey They lied in the name of God And we all turned away Ever watching, ever waiting for a nation which we could not save. Ever watching Our own sandcastle Disintegrating with wave after wave I cannot trust in the hands of man When man believes in man Just like wishes in the sand They will all wash away And who could believe That those in whom we trusted Would practice to deceive And lead their sheep astray Ever watching, ever waiting for a nation which we could not save. Ever watching Our own sandcastle Disintegrating with wave after wave Chorus: Light of a better hope You arose, Jesus Christ Light to a darkened world You gave me faith, You gave me sight Light of a better hope Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ Ever watching, ever praying for a nation Disintegrating Ever watching, ever praying For our own sandcastle Disintegrating
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Lamentations 4:1-11 Chris Lizotte sings "Fear Not"
10/24/2025
Lamentations 4:1-11 Chris Lizotte sings "Fear Not"
Well this is a tough one... not really the most encouraging passage of scripture to meditate on, but there is so much wealth in these verses. We are encouraged to remember that wealth and status and pleasure can pass in an instant and each of us could wake up broke, sick, hurt, humbled and changed by circumstance. In this passage Jeremiah laments over the misery he sees. Chad leads us through this passage and points us to the sure hope of Christ, our Savior, who holds onto us and will never abandon us. Our friend Chris Lizotte sings "Fear Not". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "Fear Not" Lamentations 4:1-11 We are desolate in the streets And our hearts are black as coal Once, like gold, we were shining Now we are muted and we are cold How the gold has grown dim, how the world, our world, has changed! Now the holy stones lie scattered what we held sacred, is now profaned Chorus “Fear not, fear not, do not fear Peace be with you” In this world of tribulation Christ has overcome the world “Fear not, fear not, do not fear Peace be with you” In this world of tribulation Christ has overcome the world Fear not Now Your wrath Has kindled a fire That consumed our foundations, they’re gone There's no drink, to quench for our thirst now Just the tune, of an old drunkards song And the jackals Still feed their young But You’ve taken All we’ve become We fall in the street, tripping on our feet We are all overrun
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Lamentations 3:34-66 Introducing Rachel Hall singing "You Came Down"
10/16/2025
Lamentations 3:34-66 Introducing Rachel Hall singing "You Came Down"
Like many of the laments of Jeremiah, this is a mixture of questions, frustration, anger, trust and hope. Chad gives a beautiful and encouraging meditation on this gripping passage. Rachel Hall sings "You Came Down". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics for "You Came Down" Rivers of tears Run down my cheeks Rivers of tears Flow without ceasing, Waters rising Over my head My legs are dead And I am sinking Do I cry in vain “I called on your name” Do I cry in vain from the depths of despair Can You hear me, can you hear my prayer Will You crush me in my pain? Do I hope in vain? Chorus: You came (Down!)down to me you heard my cry, ‘Do not close your ear” You came (Down!) down to me Saying, ‘Do not fear!’ You came down to me And You drew near “You’ve taken up my cause, O Lord; You saved my life Even on this day You are making it right You repay the evil one Who does not care for truth You destroy the wicked Who slays the righteous in their youth
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Lamentations 1:22-22 Mikaela Adams sings "Not Alone"
10/10/2025
Lamentations 1:22-22 Mikaela Adams sings "Not Alone"
Verse 22 says "there is no sorrow like all of my sorrow". Wow... Only God can redeem the times when we are trapped and unable to free ourselves. Chad compassionately meditates on this passage and gives us hope, hope based upon the liberating work of Christ on our behalf. Mikaela Adams sings "Not Alone". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "Not Alone" There is no sorrow Like all my sorrow My heart is broken There’s no tomorrow My sinful pathway Has made the day fade There is no comfort And no one to help, no one to help Chorus: Not Alone You hear me Not alone You are with me In this world Of resurrection life Take my pain For Your glory Hold me forever Hold me forever In resurrection life My bones are on fire My feet are entangled No way to go forward No way to retreat All that I hope for Is that you draw near me My heart is fainting And no one to help, no one to help
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Lamentations 2:12-22 Rebekah Caggegi sings "And So You Cry"
10/03/2025
Lamentations 2:12-22 Rebekah Caggegi sings "And So You Cry"
Sometimes all we can say is "Lord , have mercy, Christ have mercy. Jeremiah could see what was happening, and was serving God by warning everyone. God understands and is our only hope. Still, it hurts to see the pain of sin and it's consequences, and we can relate. Lord have mercy on us. Rebekah Caggegi sings "So You Cry". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics: “And So You Cry” The children cry to their mothers “Where is the bread and wine?” As they faint in the streets of the city Fade away before their time. What can I say for you O daughter of Jerusalem? What can I say for you Your ruin is vast as the sea vast as the sea Chorus: So you cry, cry out in the night, Pour out your heart like water let tears stream down like a torrent day and night! So you cry, in prayer to the Lord for the saving of your children, Who stumble for want of knowledge And lack of sight And so you cry Lord have mercy Christ have mercy Lord have mercy On me Your prophets have led you astray now Tell me where was the word of truth? They filled their purses with money But their speeches only confused. What can I say for you O daughter of Jerusalem? What can I say for you Your ruin is vast as the sea Chorus: And so you cry, cry out in the night, Pour out your heart like water let tears stream down like a torrent day and night! So you cry, in prayer to the Lord for the saving of your children, Who stumble for want of knowledge And lack of sight And so you cry Lord have mercy Christ have mercy Lord have mercy On me
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Jeremiah 20:7-18 When Emotions Collide. Chris Lizotte sings "Open the Skies"
09/26/2025
Jeremiah 20:7-18 When Emotions Collide. Chris Lizotte sings "Open the Skies"
In this passage Jeremiah is enthusiastically praising God, then cursing the day he was born, then speaking as a warrior, then speaking fearfully. Chad understands and ruminates on this subject, then points us yet again to our certain hope, hope that is always present, even when we don't even know ourselves. Chris Lizotte sings a beautiful song entitled "Open the Skies". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "Open the Skies" Cursed on the day I was born Before I knew your name Cursed with terror and scorn Trouble and shame Even my old friends Wait to see me fall All our history makes no sense They’d love to see me crawl I am numb, I am weak, I am paralyzed Chorus: Open the skies And I will sing to You Open the skies Raise this fallen man For Your glorious plan Your love abides I wait for You, to Open the skies Open the skies And I will sing to You Agony in the garden The painful drops of blood You fixed Your face toward glory From your eternal love Lord You stand beside me But I am bruised and tired My hope is Christ for me Your purifying fire I am numb, I am weak, I am paralyzed Chorus: Open the skies And I will sing to You Open the skies Raise this fallen man For Your glorious plan Your love abides I wait for You, to Open the skies Open the skies And I will sing to You
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Lamentations 3:1-33 Jeff Anderson sings "Great Is Thy Faithfulness"
09/19/2025
Lamentations 3:1-33 Jeff Anderson sings "Great Is Thy Faithfulness"
Chad tells us the story behind this timeless hymn, and we also look into the struggles of the great prophet Jeremiah. Jeff Anderson masterfully sings this wonderful hymn. Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts:
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Psalm 31 (our very first episode of Hidden Streams featuring Kris Winrich singing "Waiting for My Deliverance"
09/12/2025
Psalm 31 (our very first episode of Hidden Streams featuring Kris Winrich singing "Waiting for My Deliverance"
Waiting on God, Who alone is our only hope in this life and will safely guide us to be with Him for eternity. Kris Winrich sings this timeless Psalm of brokenness and hope. Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts:
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Jeremiah 18:18-23 Colin Heinrich sings "Hear Me, Lord"
09/05/2025
Jeremiah 18:18-23 Colin Heinrich sings "Hear Me, Lord"
This episode deals with the all too familiar situation known as "No good deed goes unpunished". The prophet Jeremiah was faithful in delivering God's message of truth to His people, yet his earthly reward was hearing of his countrymen plotting to take his life! Jeremiah turned to God in despair and complained bitterly, to the point of asking for harsh judgement to come upon his enemies. Chad ruminates on this deeply emotional passage and offers compassionate words of hope for us all, based entirely upon the loving character of our God. Colin Heinrich sings a beautiful and peaceful lament entitled "Hear me, Lord". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "Hear me, Lord" Sometimes pain Can strike like a rod And cleanse like a fire And turn me to God When revenge Is hurting myself It acts like a fever And breaks down my health Waiting, trusting to rest in Your love Waiting, trusting to rest in Your love Chorus: Hear me Lord I hear my enemies speak Hear me Lord For I am weak Hear me Lord This cross is too heavy to bear Hear me Lord Receive my prayer They dig a pit With snares for my feet They plot out smy ruin Prepare my defeat Only You Hold my future secure I cannot change them Or fill them with fear Waiting, trusting to rest in Your love Waiting, trusting to rest in Your love Chorus: Hear me Lord I hear my enemies speak Hear me Lord For I am weak Hear me Lord This cross is too heavy to bear Hear me Lord Receive my prayer
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Jeremiah 17:14-17 Mikaela Adams sings "Christ Have Mercy"
08/29/2025
Jeremiah 17:14-17 Mikaela Adams sings "Christ Have Mercy"
We've all been wronged, sometimes by those closest to us, or those who we trust the most. So, how do we respond, especially when we know that we can't truthfully claim our own righteousness and demand God's wrath against those who have hurt us. Oftentimes we hold our feelings inside, keeping our thoughts to ourselves, which only makes things worse. In God's mercy, He has given us words to express in prayer, words found in Holy Scripture, that encapsulate our deepest pains and struggles. This passage from Jeremiah is another gem for the wounded. Chad meditates on this passage and points us to the great healing and redemption found in Christ alone. Mikaela Adams sings a beautiful lament entitled "Christ have mercy". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "Christ Have Mercy" Heal me O Lord And I shall be healed Save me Lord And I shall be saved You are my praise You are my salvation You are my God I shall not be ashamed Chorus: On the last day Every knee will bow And every tongue confess That you are Lord Father forgive them The foolish and proud When their vain laughter was heard And forgive me Lord Christ have mercy Lord have mercy “Where are you Lord?” Won’t you return Like you said in your word Christ have mercy Don’t let me fall away There’s nothing that You have not seen There’s nothing that You have not heard Let me not hesitate To follow in your way I And I will not desire That dark and woeful day Let my words and deeds Be gracious and thankful For you are my hope In the day of evil Lord have mercy When those who say “Where are you Lord?” Won’t you return Like you said in your word Lord have mercy Don’t let me fall away There’s nothing you don’t see Or that you have not heard
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Lamentations 1:1-11 JOHN ANDREW SCHREINER sings "How Lonely Lies the City"
08/22/2025
Lamentations 1:1-11 JOHN ANDREW SCHREINER sings "How Lonely Lies the City"
Broken lives, broken spirits, broken hearts; the ravaging results of sin in our lives and the world we were born into. Chad brings words of great comfort as he looks at the first 11 verses of Lamentations. John Andrew Schreiner sings "how Lonely Lies the City". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts:
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Psalm 123 Izzi Ray sings "I Lift Up My Eyes"
08/15/2025
Psalm 123 Izzi Ray sings "I Lift Up My Eyes"
The great prayer of the church- "Have mercy upon us, O Lord". A beautiful reflection from Chad, a beautiful song from Izzi Ray. Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts:
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Jeremiah 15: verses 10-21 Markita Knight sings "Always For Me"
08/08/2025
Jeremiah 15: verses 10-21 Markita Knight sings "Always For Me"
For the next few weeks we will be exploring the rich laments of the prophet Jeremiah. Rich, because we can relate to the prophet's complaints, and also be encouraged that God gives us a script in His holy Word to speak to Him about the things that vex us. Chad shines a bright light on these words of Jeremiah, and meditates on God's responses. The talented Markita Knight sings "Always For Me". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Song Lyrics: Jeremiah 15:10-21 Always For Me I never asked for this, Never asked to be born In a world full of sin Of struggle and scorn I never asked for this…. Oh Lord, You know I never asked to borrow A dollar from anyone Yet I’m cursed like a debtor Like I owe them the sun I never asked for this…. Oh Lord, You know Chorus: I’m not alone When I cannot see In the valley of despair You are guiding me To hold onto You In You I am free Your divine love, O Jesus Is always for me is always for me Lord, You called me forth Before I was born You called me to be A wall in the storm In disaster and pain O Lord, you know Bridge: You put your name in me For your purpose You put your name in me By your grace I am not worthy To shine your light But my heart sings out You have given me sight
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Jeremiah 12: 1-6 Mikaela Adams sings "I Want To Run With The Horses"
08/01/2025
Jeremiah 12: 1-6 Mikaela Adams sings "I Want To Run With The Horses"
Jeremiah's laments have so much in common with the laments found in the Psalms. They also resonate with the complaints we may hold in our hearts from time to time. Chad guides us through this moving episode with helpful correction and much encouragement. And Hidden Streams introduces a new singer to the podcast; Mikaela Adams, who sings "I Want To Run With The Horses". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "I Want To Run With The Horses" Jeremiah 12:1-6 The easy road The silver and gold And everything they gather Will be gone They speak Your name They play the game But You are far from their heart They never draw near In the blink of an eye In the heat of the fire They fall away from the light forever and ever (Chorus) But I want to run with the horses I want to run with the horses Carry me in Your hands It’s You, O Christ, I need I am sGrasping on to nothing Only You, only You The land cries out We’re losing this race A desolation song From this barren place But You will try my heart By Your mercy, set me apart And You will guide my feet To the glory that awaits In the blink of an eye In the heat of the fire They fall away from the light forever and ever (Chorus) But I want to run with the horses I want to run with the horses Carry me in Your hands You, O Christ, I need Grasping on to nothing Only You, only You
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Psalm 117 Paul Jackson sings "Your Steadfast Love Endures Forever"
07/25/2025
Psalm 117 Paul Jackson sings "Your Steadfast Love Endures Forever"
God never fails, and His great love is FOR US, not against us. Chad meditates on this Psalm with compassionate, truthful and encouraging words, and Paul Jackson sings of God's faithfulness. May His name be praised forever. Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts:
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Psalm 148 Izzi Ray sings "You Are The Only One"
07/18/2025
Psalm 148 Izzi Ray sings "You Are The Only One"
This is what we are created for, to know God, praise Him and be with Him in His new creation forever. We are loved more than we realize, surrounded by grace, even in the midst of trials and hardships. God is with us forever. Chad unpacks this wonderful Psalm and renews us with words of truth and encouragement. Izzi Ray sings "You Are The Only One" Psalm 148 ESV Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise him in the heights! Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his hosts! Praise him, sun and moon, praise him, all you shining stars! Praise him, you highest heavens, and you waters above the heavens! Let them praise the name of the Lord! For he commanded and they were created. And he established them forever and ever; he gave a decree, and it shall not pass away.[] Praise the Lord from the earth, you great sea creatures and all deeps, fire and hail, snow and mist, stormy wind fulfilling his word! Mountains and all hills, fruit trees and all cedars! Beasts and all livestock, creeping things and flying birds! Kings of the earth and all peoples, princes and all rulers of the earth! Young men and maidens together, old men and children! Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted; his majesty is above earth and heaven. He has raised up a horn for his people, praise for all his saints, for the people of Israel who are near to him. Praise the Lord! Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "You are the Only One" Praise the Lord from the heavens Praise the Lord from the heights with the brightest lights of heaven from the depths of the darkest night Fire and hail, snow and rain The wind blows and fulfills Your word Mountains, hills and valleys low The air resounds with the song of birds Hallelujah Chorus: Only One and only One Only One is worthy of praise from the heavens above from the depths of the earth Because of Your love We thank you, together we praise You You are the Only One Praise the name of the Lord For in his name we are saved You have raised up a horn for your people The people who are near to You We are Your people Chorus: Only One and only One Only One is worthy of praise from the heavens above from the depths of the earth Because of Your love We thank you, together we .praise You You are the Only One
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Jeremiah 11:18-23 Andrea Hammond sings "You Take It All"
07/11/2025
Jeremiah 11:18-23 Andrea Hammond sings "You Take It All"
The Lord made it known to me and I knew; then you showed me their deeds. But I was like a gentle lamb led to the slaughter. I did not know it was against me they devised schemes, saying, “Let us destroy the tree with its fruit, let us cut him off from the land of the living, that his name be remembered no more.” But, O Lord of hosts, who judges righteously, who tests the heart and the mind, let me see your vengeance upon them, for to you have I committed my cause. Therefore thus says the Lord concerning the men of Anathoth, who seek your life, and say, “Do not prophesy in the name of the Lord, or you will die by our hand”— therefore thus says the Lord of hosts: “Behold, I will punish them. The young men shall die by the sword, their sons and their daughters shall die by famine, and none of them shall be left. For I will bring disaster upon the men of Anathoth, the year of their punishment.” This is so beautifully explained and meditated on by Chad. Andrea Hammond sings "You Take It All". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "You Take It All" What can I do With all those who hate who persecute and lie in wait What can I do But cry out to you And Your heart of mercy A heart that is true Hear me hear my prayer So You take it all into Yourself All of the pain, all of the hurt All my sinful flaws Are nailed on the cross So You take it all into Yourself Mercy is traded for all that is wrong A gift from the Father Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah Amen What will they do When their time has come When you bring disaster And their plans are undone What will they do In their final hour When they meet justice And resurrection power So You take it all into Yourself All of the pain, all of the hurt All of my sinful flaws Are nailed on the cross So You take it all into Yourself Mercy is traded for all that is wrong A gift from the Father Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah Amen
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Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Jeff Anderson sings "Laid On Him"
07/04/2025
Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Jeff Anderson sings "Laid On Him"
This episode is a classic; one to listen to year after year. Long before the Christ child was born in Bethlehem, Isaiah writes prophetically and poetically of the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. The talented Jeff Anderson sings "Laid on Him". Show Notes: Fundraiser! What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "Laid on Him" All we like sheep have gone astray Everyone has turned to his own way And the Lord has laid on him All of our iniquity and all our sin Laid on him Oppressed and afflicted No deceit in Your tongue Castaway with the wicked God’s only Son. And the Lord has laid on him All of our iniquity and all our sin Laid on him Yet it was the will of the Lord to crush him; he has put him to grief Out of the anguish of his soul he shall see and be satisfied; by his knowledge shall the righteous one, my servant, make many to be accounted righteous, when his soul makes an offering for guilt, he shall see his offspring; he shall prolong his days; the will of the Lord shall prosper in his hand. Out of the anguish of his soul he shall see and be satisfied; by his knowledge shall the righteous one, my servant, make many to be accounted righteous, Hallelujah And the Lord has laid on him All of our iniquity and all our sin Laid on him
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2 Samuel 3:31-34 Marvelle Figueroa sings "Forgiveness"
06/27/2025
2 Samuel 3:31-34 Marvelle Figueroa sings "Forgiveness"
Seasons of mourning. David went through dark times and chances are that we will too. Chad meditates on this scripture that speaks to us in the dark hours of life. Marvelle Figueroa sings "Forgiveness" Show Notes: Fundraiser! What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts:
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Isaiah 42:1-9 Markita Knight sings "Behold"
06/20/2025
Isaiah 42:1-9 Markita Knight sings "Behold"
Part of the passage Chad looks at says; “I am the Lord; I have called you in righteousness; I will take you by the hand and keep you; I will give you as a covenant for the people, a light for the nations, to open the eyes that are blind, to bring out the prisoners from the dungeon, from the prison those who sit in darkness. I am the Lord; that is my name; my glory I give to no other, nor my praise to carved idols. Behold, the former things have come to pass, and new things I now declare; before they spring forth I tell you of them.” This is what our minds should dwell on. The beautiful love and mercy that has come for us and called us by name. Chad has an encouraging word for us and Markita Knight sings a beautiful song entitled "Behold". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics for "Behold" Behold, the former things have come to pass, and new things You now declare; Behold, before they arrive (spring forth) You’ve given us Your Word And You hear, our desperate prayer You will not destroy The humbled soul The bruised reed The feeble and old When I am broken Lost and alone You hold my hand I am Your own Chorus: Behold, Jesus We sing to You (we lift our eyes) The deserts bloom, where mercy falls And living waters renew Behold Lord Jesus Descending in love, Rising in might Crowned in glory Reigning in light Behold, You are gentle, You are kind So full of mercy to the troubled mind Behold, You bring forth truth and shine your light The Judge of the earth will do what is right to open the eyes that are blind, to bring out the prisoners from the dungeon, to bring out the prisoners who sit in darkness. Thus says the Lord Thus says our God Behold Jesus
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Isaiah 50:4-11 Lynn sings "With Every Step"
06/13/2025
Isaiah 50:4-11 Lynn sings "With Every Step"
Once again we meditate on an Old Testament passage that is all about Jesus Christ. When we read " 5 The Lord God has opened my ear, and I was not rebellious; I turned not backward. 6 I gave my back to those who strike, and my cheeks to those who pull out the beard; I hid not my face from disgrace and spitting. 7 But the Lord God helps me; therefore I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame." We realize that Christ humbled Himself in so many ways, even giving His cheeks to His tormentors. Chad meditates on this and the meaning of "Word of the Father". Lynn sings "Step by Step". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts: Lyrics to "Step by Step" Though I walk through darkness And my eyes they cannot see Your voice has been my light. With every step guiding me Word of the Father You speak to me You offered Yourself For Your enemies Morning by morning Awaken me I pray Not by my own light And not in my own way Lord you will help me With every step, every hour Day by day With every step, every hour Day by day You are the Word You didn’t hide Your face From hate and disgrace You brought light to the darkness To the whole human race Word of the Father You speak to me You offered Yourself For Your enemies Morning by morning Awaken me I pray Not by my own light And not in my own way Lord you will help me With every step, every hour Day by day With every step, every hour Day by day You are the Word You gave Your back to those who strike, and Your cheeks to those who pulled out Your beard; You did not hide Your face You did not hide Your face from all of this disgrace You sustain me and remain with a word All who are weary And Your sacrifice was not in vain You carried all our shame I hope in Your name The name without shame The mighty name of Jesus You are the Word
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Psalm 98 with Colin Heinrich singing "Face to Face"
06/06/2025
Psalm 98 with Colin Heinrich singing "Face to Face"
Only God sees the whole story, and the backstory from every angle, and only God is qualified to judge us. We may judge others and ourselves much too harshly, or we may not care enough to speak up when someone is in need of guidance. in Psalm 98 we see the whole earth become animated and rejoice because God is coming to judge, and He will get it right. The wonderful Colin Heinrich sings "Face to Face". Show Notes: What’s New from 1517: More from the hosts:
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