During the next two decades Carman changed the face of Christian music and evolved contemporary evangelism into what it is today. Carman established "Carman World Outreach," a non-profit organization that helps touch the lives of literally millions of people worldwide. Billboard Magazine recognized Carman's influence in Christian music by first naming him "Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year" in 1990. He has received numerous gold and platinum albums and videos. Even with all this success, the heartbeat of this Champion for Christ continues to beat strong for the souls of people who need Jesus. As an outflow of this passion, Carman had more than 50,000 people attend his "Music for Peace" crusade in Johannesburg, South Africa. These numbers topped the charts as his largest concert crusade ever, until more than 70,000 people packed the legendary Texas Stadium, making it the largest Christian concert in history.
For over 26 years, Carman has entertained, encouraged and preached the Gospel to millions-crossing denominational, cultural and ethnic lines. During this time, he has never compromised the call to take the Gospel to every person.
Carman died on February 16, 2021 (28 days after his 65th birthday) in a Las Vegas hospital, after a series of complications resulting from surgery to repair a hiatal hernia. He was survived by his ex-wife, five stepchildren and ten step-grandchildren.
Leaning On The Everlasting Arms
Carman Lyrics
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Leaning on the everlasting arms;
What a blessedness, what a peace is mine,
Leaning on the everlasting arms.
Leaning, leaning,
Safe and secure from all alarms;
Leaning, leaning,
O how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way,
Leaning on the everlasting arms;
O how bright the path grows from day to day,
Leaning on the everlasting arms.
Leaning, leaning,
Safe and secure from all alarms;
Leaning, leaning,
Leaning on the everlasting arms.
What have I to dread, what have I to fear,
Leaning on the everlasting arms?
I have blessed peace with my Lord so near,
Leaning on the everlasting arms.
Leaning, leaning,
Safe and secure from all alarms;
Leaning, leaning,
Leaning on the everlasting arms.
The lyrics to Carman's song Leaning On The Everlasting Arms express gratitude and comfort in relying on God's strength and security. The descriptive words such as "fellowship," "joy divine," "blessedness," and "peace" emphasize the satisfaction and contentment in finding refuge in God. The repetition of the phrase "Leaning on the everlasting arms" reinforces the idea of complete trust and reliance on God's love and protection.
The second stanza talks about the beauty of the Christian journey as one leans on God's strength. It contrasts the dark and uncertain path of the world with the bright and joyful path of relying on God's everlasting arms. The final stanza highlights the absence of fear and dread when one is in the presence of God, and the assurance of peace that comes from depending on God's unfailing love.
Line by Line Meaning
What a fellowship, what a joy divine,
Being with my fellow worshippers and leaning on God's everlasting arms brings me indescribable joy and fellowship.
Leaning on the everlasting arms;
I feel comforted and supported by God's protective and everlasting embrace.
What a blessedness, what a peace is mine,
I am beyond blessed and at peace knowing that God's everlasting arms are holding me.
Leaning, leaning,
I continue to rely on and trust in God's unchanging love and protection.
Safe and secure from all alarms;
I feel safe and protected, free from fear or danger, while leaning on God's everlasting arms.
O how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way,
It is truly sweet and fulfilling to walk as a pilgrim with God, always leaning on His everlasting arms.
O how bright the path grows from day to day,
As I continue to lean on God's everlasting arms, the journey becomes clearer and more filled with light.
What have I to dread, what have I to fear,
There is nothing frightening or daunting that I need to worry about, knowing I have the protection of God's everlasting arms.
I have blessed peace with my Lord so near,
The closeness of God's presence gives me an immense feeling of peace and blessings.
Leaning, leaning,
I persist in my trust in God, always leaning on His everlasting arms.
Leaning on the everlasting arms.
I remain steadfast and secure, relying solely on God's never-ending love and protection.
Contributed by William S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
A.L. Young
I love these old hymns!! Reminds me of church at my Grandpas church!!! You are blessed by God to send this wonderful message!!
rtgorange7RubenTrujillo
Thanks! Your message is so lovely, I appreciate that you like these "classic"
A.L. Young
I HAVE LOVED THIS ENTIRE CD FROM THE FIRST TIME I HEARD IT WITH MY MOM!! WE USED TO SING THESE CLASSIC HYMNS IN MY GRANDPA GUERREROS CHURCH!!
rtgorange7RubenTrujillo
+A.L. Young Hi! Blessings to you and your lovely family. Thanks so much for watch our videos and make a comments. We love to hear that our music blessed many as you. Be well and keep the contact.
Miriam Torres Cavilliotti - Canal 2
MARAVILLOSO!!!
Tracy Tuck
I am loving this CD...Thank you Jesus!!!!
rtgorange7RubenTrujillo
He, he! Don't worry.
Dear Tracy, I know for some reason you're sharing this beautiful testimony in public, maybe Carman could read it too. But, some folks can be touch for the love of God and see the beauty of the Gospel. Is amazing how you can grab the shirt only with your arms high, these are the marvelous ways of the Lord to catch our attention and separate us to be save. Yes, definitively He's the way, the true and the life.
Keep blessed.
Tracy Tuck
Oops! "spreading the gospel"
Tracy Tuck
Hello,. Carmen thank you for spreading the gospel in so many ways...I was so blessed back in the 80's when you were in Greensboro NC..and a few years ago when you were in Danville Va...I was blessed to have caught one of the shirts you threw into the congregation without jumping up into the air I just held my arms up into the air...to receive the shirt 100 percent saved...At that time in my Christian walk I was struggling with my salvation ...I don't know why I am telling you this... Except keep speeding the gospel...To God be the glory in Jesus name!!!!
rtgorange7RubenTrujillo
Hi! Dear Tracy, we love to read and see comments in our videos, thanks so much. God bless you and Yes! Thank you Jesus.