Date:  Jan 16 2000 08:54:14 EST  
From:  "Songs of Praise" <elton@songsofpraise.org>  
Subject:  Songs of Praise - Steve Israel  


Hello everyone,

This issue of the Songs of Praise newsletter is dedicated to my friend
Steve Israel.  Steve has been writing praise music for many years.  In
fact, he was part of an innovative Christian band called "The Moment of
Truth" back in the 70's.

So, today we two new musical items for you:

(1) Steve has created a new album called "Instrument In Your Hand".
    He sent me a copy and it is great.  You can get more information
    about the album at this page on Steve's web site: 

    http://israelsongs.com/Instr-CD.htm

(2) We also have a new song - "We Are The People of the Lord".  
    This song was started by Steve.  Larry Holder added lyrics and
    I helped with midi and arrangement:

    http://songsofpraise.org/people.htm

Here are the lyrics for our new song:

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"We Are The People Of The Lord"

(Verse 1)
We serve the mighty One,
The King of heaven and earth.
He left his throne on high,
And came to give us rebirth.
Given eternal life,
Saved from our enemy.
Chosen to be his own,
To show His glory!

(Chorus)
Because, we are the people of the Lord,
(We are the people of the Lord)
Called to give praise in one accord.
(Called to give praise in one accord)
Lift up your voice (lift up your voice)
Sing and rejoice (let's rejoice for)
We are the people of the Lord!

(Verse 2)
We serve the Risen Lord,
Our hearts His royal throne.
Glad to surrender all
To make His glory known.
Sin now has lost its pow'r,
Death has lost its sting.
Joining in one accord;
With joyful hearts we sing:

(Repeat Chorus)

Copyright © 1999 Steve Israel, Larry Holder and Elton Smith

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The Easter play is very close to completion.  All the songs are written
and we are working on reviewing everything.  Please keep us in mind if
your church is planning an Easter activity.

Yours in Christ,
Elton Smith
http://songsofpraise.org