Category: The Latest
Here are the most recent posts from Griffin Paul Jackson.
Song 25: The One
This song is about the goodness of the one true God. Verse 1 You pick me up despite my weakness You’ve authored all the hope I have Give me strength when faith is lacking Like...
Story 24: Today I Am an Artist
Today I am an artist. I paint in a million colors. My first piece is the size of the house. My second is a tiny bit smaller. Watercolors the color of water. Statues as lifelike...
Song 24: Sing a New Song
This song is based on Revelation 5. Verse 1 None but you are worthy (None but you are worthy) To behold the scroll of life Faithful in the journey (Faithful in the journey) You claimed...
Story 23: We Asked a Goose to Love Us
Home grew small behind us as we marched toward the great wide open. We walked and we trudged. We skipped and we skedaddled. We saw many wonderful and sunshiny things. But we were on the...
Song 23: Breaking the Dam (Groundswell)
This song is about God working his justice and grace in our world. Chorus This is that groundswell Can you feel it This is that angel choir Can you hear it This is that holy...
Story 22: Inseparable
“Nothing can separate me from God’s love,” said Rosie. “What about the Grand Canyon?” asked the rabbit. “No,” said Rosie. “What about a tummy ache?” asked the grizzly bear. “Nope,” Rosie said with a smile....
Song 22: Let Justice Roll
This song is about justice. It’s inspired by the Church’s necessary refutation and opposition to racial injustice in America. The chorus and title are from Amos 5. Verse 1 I met God in the valley...
“If You’re Angry, Just Vote” Is Not Enough
A common refrain in the aftermath of public demonstrations — including the nationwide protests in response to the murder of George Floyd — goes something like this: “If you’re angry, just vote.” Vote? Yes. Just vote?...
Story 21: A Horse Like No Other
Pete was a wooden rocking horse Carved of strong and sturdy pine. His mane was made of purple yarn, His tail of violet twine. Back and forth and forth and back, He rocked and rocked...
Song 21: My God Lives
This song is based on Psalm 18 and proclaims that God is our Savior. Verse 1 My rock in the storm In you I find my refuge My horn in the battle Oh my strength...