(from “Hear My Cry ( O Most High)” David Baroni/Meg Everhart

As I was thinking about the ardent affection expressed toward the Lord in the above song, I also thought about how some that don’t know Him would react to hearing or reading these lyrics.

Some people would think that the possibility of someone having a passionate, loving relationship with God would be unattainable, or if indeed if it was possible, the person that could be that close to God could only be that rarefied, one-in-a-hundred-million person that they would call a “saint”.

When you hear the term, whom do you think of? Mother Teresa? Francis of Assisi? Maybe Joan of Arc or the Apostle Paul?

Not to diminish the noteworthiness of those listed above, but the power of the Gospel is that it makes saints of all believers in Christ- and not just when we die!

Mufasa, the Lion King spoke from the stars to his searching son Simba one evening:
“You’ve forgotten who you are.” And “you are more than you’ve become.”

Our natural state as believers in Christ are that we are supernatural beings… we live by faith, led by the Spirit. We are separated unto God, “…partakers of His Divine nature.”
We are saints; even though we forget who we are, even when we don’t act like it.

This is not a reason to boast, our boasting is in the Lord-no; this call to be saints is a humbling one. A thrilling,sobering, wonderful reality… called to be saints!

Godrest and Godspeed,
David Baroni

My help comes from the Holy One
My hope is far above
When storms and darkness threaten me
I’m anchored in His Love

My Faith has found a resting place
In Jesus Christ the Lord
Beyond what mortal eyes can see
I live by God’s own Word

And who in heav’n or on the earth
Compares with God Most High
Who laid aside His kingly robe
Through Mary born to die

The only One both God and man
Proclaimed God’s Kingdom come
The good news of redeeming Love
The Father’s will was done

They buried Him in borrowed tomb
Such sorrow on that day
But oh the joy came on the morn
The stone was rolled away

Christ rose into the heavenlies
At God’s right hand He reigns
And now we are complete in Him
Oh blessed be His Name!

My help comes from the Holy One
My hope is far above
When storms and darkness threaten me
I’m anchored in His Love
I’m anchored in His Love

(2007 David Baroni/ Kingdomsongs Inc./ BMI/CCLI)

If you would like a demo mp3 and a chord sheet for this song, email me at david@davidbaroni.com
Godrest and Godspeed,
David Baroni

It is called “Hear My Cry” (Odo il grido mio) and was written by myself and Meg Everhart. The duet was sung (magnificently I might add) by my translator, Alessandra Masdea.

I hope you enjoy it and will pray for the Kingdom success of Il progetto italiano -Canti spirituali di lode e adorazione

Also, don’t forget to download the free new song “I Will Worship” at www.davidbaroni.com

Godrest and Godspeed,
David Baroni

A big “Thank You” to all of our hosts in the countries we just visited- especially the Hoggards, Mannings, Anzalones and Hopkins in Rome.
While in Italy I recorded my first ever Italian CD! It features nine of my songs sung in Italian.
To order one, contact me at david@davidbaroni.com

Please take advantage of our November free Song of the Month. It’s a song my daughter Bethany and I wrote called “I Will Worship”.
Some of the lyrics are below.
God is good to us, thank you for reading!
Godrest and Godspeed,
David Baroni

I Will Worship
Bethany Nicholson/David Baroni/ Kingdomsongs Inc./ CCLI

She shares in a wonderful, warm way her story of redemption. Here is a description about the book:

…Rita’s story of healing from a painful childhood reinforces in poignant and humorous ways God’s faithfulness and nearness. Rita’s desire is to bring hope, healing and freedom to God’s children. Her vision is to love well, laugh much, and enjoy the journey. As you read this book, Rita’s prayer is that you will be aware of the very special Fragrance of Grace…

You can order Fragrance of Grace today at our online store

Ciao from Rome, where Rita and I are ministering for the next two weeks. (Somebody’s got to do it!)

Godrest and Godspeed,
David Baroni

As I tuned my ears to the silence, small sounds were magnified. A bird flew past the window and I could actually hear it’s wings flapping. This experience underscored just how noisy my life usually is. It was wonderful.

The second sound I heard was also early in the morning, it was also profound. It was a Sound of the Spirit… the Sound of Heaven.

In Genesis, Adam and Eve heard the “sound of the Lord God walking in the garden.” Some translations say they heard the “Voice” of the Lord walking…” I love that imagery. The Sound of Heaven is the sound of the vibrant praises of the passionate Romanian believers from the school of worship. It is the sound of the beautiful Ecuadoran dancers as they worshiped the Lord in Quito this past weekend. It is the sound of the Spirit- the sound of worship.

“Sound of Heaven”
David Baroni

Listen…. do you hear it?
There’s a sound arising in the earth
Growing stronger… in the nations
It’s the sound of worship it’s the sound of grace
As a desperate generation seeks His Face

It’s the Sound of heaven filling the earth
It’s the sound of freedom it’s the sound of Love
The Breath of God is blowing bringing life to these dry bones
Blow Wind blow
Flow River flow
Fill the earth… with the sound of heaven

Listen… can you feel it?
There’s a sound arising in this place
Getting louder… by the minute
It’s the sound of passion it’s the sound of joy
It’s the very Life of Jesus in our praise!

It’s the Sound of heaven filling the earth
It’s the sound of freedom it’s the sound of Love
The breath of God is blowing bringing life to these dry bones
Blow Wind blow
Flow river flow
Fill the earth… with the sound of heaven

It’s the sound of unity
And true humility
The sound of power
And healing in His name
You can hear it in the silence and the mighty rushing wind
The voice of God is walking in the garden again!

On the way back I will stop in Venice and visit with my friends Steve and Patti Gray in Padova, Italy. I will also minister in a worship Encounter and concert Saturday and Sunday, August 30 and 31.

I am so thankful for the opportunity to share the Kingdom of God with people all over the world.
Thank you in advance for your prayers and encouragement.

Godrest and Godspeed,
David Baroni

I trust that it would be a blessing to you as well. It is available as a free download at www.davidbaroni.com I would especially recommend Piano Praying 2 (there were 3 noontime sessions that are similar and available).

Godrest and Godspeed
David B

Godrest and Godspeed,
David B.