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Band Members:
April Joy Thompson
Phil Thompson
Deborah Bullock
Wil Bullock
Record Label:
Axiom Records/CAD,Provident-Integrity
Type of Label:
Indie
Ashmont Hill is an idyllic community in Boston from which a large, loving family was birthed into musical tradition. The Thompson family has made beautiful, spiritual music for years in Jubilee church - the church in which their father is Bishop. Phil Thompson, Sisters April Joy Thompson and Deborah Bullock, along with Deborah’s husband, Wil Bullock heard the call from The Lord to bring their music to a larger community, and have set out, as in Psalm 69:30 to “…praise God’s name in song and glorify him with thanksgiving.”
The song, in which they give praise, is pop worship music with a warmth and sincerity that envelops the listener. That sincerity flows into the music through the individual group members, their belief systems strengthened by solid, supportive family connections, college educations and the making of their own individual decisions when it came to their relationships with the Lord. The impetus behind their recordings is to enable the listener to cast away their cares and experience the real joy they have found through those relationships.
The group’s new self titled album, has an equal amount of vertical (direct to God) and horizontal (meant to inspire the people) songs and was crafted as a true collaborative effort between the band and their producer. “We found our producer on MySpace,” comments April with a lilting laugh. To explain, she continues “We were looking for a producer who could help us create a sound... someone with versatility. Sal Oliveri, was the man we decided we wanted to work with. We felt he could make what we had started even better.” Oliveri and Calvin Nowell (who worked on the group’s vocal arrangements) worked closely with the members of Ashmont Hill to create an inspired and inspirational album.
Group member Phil Thompson wrote the bulk of the album. Songs like “Praise His Name”, “I Won't Be Afraid”, “Restore Us Again” and “Your Right Hand” emanates from the great love Phil has for music and for the Word. Beautiful ballad, “I Live to Worship You” was written by group member April Joy Thompson. The group also re-made 2 Matt Redman songs “Gifted Response” and “Blessed Be Your Name” for the record. Calvin Nowell wrote “I give You Worship” and co-wrote “Song of Glory” with Tony Sutherland for the group. “You Proved Your Love” was written by Oliveri. Spreading God's love through this music is of the utmost importance to each member.
The Ashmont Hill CD will be released to the CCM market on Axiom Records in May of 2008 and will feature the track “You Proved Your Love.” Proving their love for family, music and the Lord is the way of Ashmont Hill – a love they intend to spread as far as their harmonious voices can be heard.
You Proved Your Love
Ashmont Hill Lyrics
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Thinking of the nails driven so deep
I'm amazed at your sacrifice
You're the only God who gave his life
As I fall at your feet
Let me wash them clean
Let me feel your hands
You bore it all
You took the fall
You proved your love for me
With your last breath
You conquered death
You proved your love for me
The thorns you wore made me cry
And I'm overwhelmed as I realize
That you forgave us all
You freely gave your life upon that cross
As I fall at your feet
Let me wash them clean
Let me feel your hands
That were pierced for me
You bore it all
You took the fall
You proved your love (for me)
With your last breath
You conquered death
You proved your love for me
(With out stretched arms)
You forgave me
(With out stretched arms)
You took the nails for me
(With out stretched arms)
You remind me of the man I want to be (to be)
You bore it all
You proved your love (for me)
With your last breath
You conquered death
You proved your love for me
You'll appear again
Redeem all men
You proved your love for me
The song "You Proved Your Love" by Ashmont Hill is a Christian worship song that reflects on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross for humanity. The lyrics are full of heartfelt gratitude for the ultimate sacrifice that Jesus made to redeem mankind from their sins. The opening lines of the song talk about the singer being on their knees, thinking about the nails driven deep into Jesus' hands and feet. The imagery is powerful and evokes a sense of helplessness and awe at the magnitude of the sacrifice that Jesus made.
The chorus of the song speaks of Jesus proving his love through his final moments on the cross. He took the fall for all of humanity and conquered death with his last breath. This powerful imagery is meant to inspire the listener to live a life of gratitude and to be faithful to Jesus Christ. The bridge of the song is a reminder that Jesus forgave us all, and that he freely gave his life on the cross for all people.
The song is full of emotion and expresses a deep sense of gratitude and devotion to Jesus Christ. It is a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice that he made and the hope that his resurrection brings. The song is a call to worship and praise for the amazing love that Jesus has shown to humanity.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I am down on my knees
I am humbled and seeking guidance from you
Thinking of the nails driven so deep
I am overwhelmed by the physical sacrifice you endured for me
I'm amazed at your sacrifice
I am in awe of the selflessness and love that you have shown me
You're the only God who gave his life
You are the only deity who chose to give up your life for your followers
You bore it all
You took on all the pain and suffering that was meant for me
You took the fall
You sacrificed yourself and suffered humiliation for me
You proved your love for me
Your sacrifice demonstrated the depth of your love for me
With your last breath
Even at the end of your life, you still showed love and compassion
You conquered death
You rose from the dead and defeated death itself
The thorns you wore made me cry
The symbolism of the crown of thorns you wore brings me to tears
And I'm overwhelmed as I realize
The weight of your sacrifice hits me and fills me with emotion
That you forgave us all
Despite our flaws and mistakes, you chose to forgive us all
You freely gave your life upon that cross
You made the conscious decision to lay down your life so that we may have eternal life
(With out stretched arms)
I envision you on the cross, arms open wide in sacrifice and love
You forgave me
You have shown me forgiveness despite my imperfections
(With out stretched arms)
I envision you on the cross, arms open wide in sacrifice and love
You took the nails for me
The physical pain you endured was meant for me and you took it willingly
(With out stretched arms)
I envision you on the cross, arms open wide in sacrifice and love
You remind me of the man I want to be (to be)
Your example inspires me to become a better person, to love and sacrifice like you did
You'll appear again
I believe in your promise to return and bring salvation to all
Redeem all men
Your return will bring redemption and forgiveness to all people
You proved your love for me
Your sacrifice, resurrection, and promised return all demonstrate your limitless love for me
Contributed by Elena A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.