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This song is inspired by the timeless words of the Beatitudes in Jesus' sermon on the mount in Matthew's gospel. These words ring true in every generation and inspire living well as believers in the Kingdom of Heaven. I wrote this song while preaching through Jesus' sermon on the mount and just wanted these words to be ringing in people's ears to hear the life they bring. They also call us to cry out to Immanuel, Jesus, for forgiveness and grace so that his Spirit can help us to live this way. The irony is that only those who are poor in spirit, recognising their spiritual bankruptcy will actually cry out to him in the first place. May you be blessed by this song. In His Grace
Ben Cosford
lyrics
Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven
Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted
Blessed are the meek for they will inherit the earth
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness for they will be filled
It’s life, life, life in the Kingdom
We must listen to Immanuel
It’s life, life, life in the Kingdom
Live Blessed to live well
Blessed are the merciful for they will be shown mercy
Blessed are the pure in heart for they will see God
Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called children of God
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness for theirs is the kingdom
It’s life, life, life in the Kingdom
We must listen to Immanuel
It’s life, life, life in the Kingdom
Live Blessed to live well
Live Blessed and Shine
Be light in the darkness
Let it be seen
For the glory of Christ
Live Blessed and Shine
Be light in the darkness
Let it be seen
For the glory of Christ
It’s life, life, life in the Kingdom
We must listen to Immanuel
It’s life, life, life in the Kingdom
Live Blessed to live well
To have life, life, life in the Kingdom
You must cry out to Immanuel
To have life, life, life in the Kingdom
Live Blessed to live well
credits
released July 15, 2020
Words and Music by Ben Cosford
Co-produced, mixed and mastered by Chris Gale, Rezonate Studios
Drums - Darryn Farrugia
Bass - Bruce Dickson
Keys - Chris Gale
Lead Guitar - Paul Rooney
Backing Vocals - Victoria Woodhouse, Luke Woodhouse
Rhythm Guitar - Ben Cosford
Lead Vocals - Ben Cosford
Singer/songwriter and actor. I have been writing songs since I was 14. I am a solo artist but enjoying collaborating with various musicians and am part of a co-operative record label called "Roofbreaker Records".
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