Doug has a national and international ministry working with children and song writing. In 1996 his song ""We Want To See Jesus Lifted High"" was chosen as the theme for the global March for Jesus event and was sung in 176 countries by some 25 million people. Doug has also worked with singer / song writer Noel Richards for over ten years and as well as playing lead guitar for him he has also co-written a number of songs with him that have featured on Noel's albums.
Doug has a vision to see Jesus lighting a flame in the hearts of children that will spread like wildfire. Doug's heart is to present the gospel in fun, lively ways and to challenge children to build their friendship with God and to realise how important they are to him. He uses action songs, puppets, tricks, juggling and all manner of other exciting visual methods to catch the children's imagination.
With his team he travels the UK widely putting on family praise parties, seminars and ""adult"" celebrations as well as running the 8-11's work at conferences including Spring Harvest which this year attracted up to 875 children per day!
He also runs his own annual "Duggies Summer Weeks" which this year was attended by over 1000 mainly unchurched children and young people aged 5-14 during two weeks in August. Doug strives for quality in all that he does and the summer weeks programme included Go karting, Lazer quest, wildlife encounters, the infamous ""gunge tank"", quad bikes, numerous bouncy activities and stacks more.
Doug wants children to thoroughly enjoy themselves at his events - but also to meet with God in powerful ways, and be equipped to be used by God to see amazing things happen.
Doug has also recorded several albums for "Kingsway Music" which feature fun action songs, anointed adult worship tracks and high energy dance tracks.
I'm Gonna Build My House On Solid Rock
Doug Horley Lyrics
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I'm gonna build my house on solid rock
I′m gonna build my house on solid rock
And I won't wake up to a nasty shock
To find nothing but a pile of rubble
Don't wanna build a house on foundations that will wobble
Don′t wanna build a house that will shake like a jelly
I want to shout aloud, of this house you can be proud
I'm gonna build my house on solid rock
I′m gonna build my house on solid rock
So I don't wake up to a nasty shock
To find nothing but a pile of rubble
Jesus said "Take my words and put them into action"
Make these words he said foundations in your life
Build with care or else your house will surely tumble
And it′s not a clever trick to own a heap of bricks
I'm gonna build my house on solid rock
I′m gonna build my house on solid rock
So I don't wake up to a nasty shock
To find nothing but a pile of rubble
Cool house Burt, what did you use for the foundations then mate?
Wet sand Fred
But surely you added some cement?
No
Not even an incy, wincy, widdly bit?
Nope, you can't beat plain old sand
This house′ll stand forever
I don′t think so! Ohh
Oh, eh, ow, ohh
Jesus sad "Take my words and put them into action"
Make my words, He said, foundations in your life
When the river comes and crashes up against you
You won't get washed away, instead you′ll cheer and say
Oh yes I built my house on solid rock
Oh yes I built my house on solid rock
And I won't wake up to a nasty shock
To find nothing but a pile of rubble
Oh yes I built my house on solid rock
Oh yes I built my house on solid rock
And I won′t wake up to a nasty shock
To find nothing but a pile of rubble
Let's start again shall we?
Ok, where do you want this cement?
No, not there
Oh, deary me!
The song, "I'm Gonna Build My House on Solid Rock" by Doug Horley, is a catchy tune with a powerful message about the importance of building one's life on a solid foundation. In the song, the singer expresses his desire to build his house on solid rock, so that it will not crumble or fall apart. He emphasizes the importance of using the right materials and building with care, so that the house will be strong and stable.
The lyrics talk not only about building a physical house, but also about building one's life on a firm foundation. The singer urges the listeners to take Jesus' words and put them into action, to make them the foundation of their lives. He warns that if one builds their life on a shaky foundation, it will surely crumble and fall apart. The song ends with the singer expressing his confidence in having built his life on solid rock, knowing that he will not face a nasty shock when the storms of life come crashing in.
Overall, the song encourages its listeners to take control of their lives, to build them on a firm foundation, and to make Jesus' words the cornerstone of everything they do. It reminds us that we have power over the direction of our lives, and that by building on a solid foundation, we can withstand the challenges that come our way.
Line by Line Meaning
Right Jim, today we're gonna learn about house building
Introduction to the song
I'm gonna build my house on solid rock
The singer will build a house on strong foundation that won't wobble or shake
And I won't wake up to a nasty shock
The house won't collapse and disappoint the singer
To find nothing but a pile of rubble
The result of a poorly constructed house
Don't wanna build a house on foundations that will wobble
Foundation should be strong and stable
Don't wanna build a house with any dodgy bricks
Bricks should be reliable and trustworthy
Don't wanna build a house that will shake like a jelly
The house should not be shaky
I want to shout aloud, of this house you can be proud
The singer is proud of the well-constructed house
Jesus said 'Take my words and put them into action'
Jesus's words should be taken seriously and implemented
Make these words he said foundations in your life
Jesus's words are a strong foundation for life
Build with care or else your house will surely tumble
Poor construction will lead to failure
And it's not a clever trick to own a heap of bricks
Having bricks is not enough to build a good house
Cool house Burt, what did you use for the foundations then mate?
Conversation between two characters about house construction
Wet sand Fred
One person used wet sand for foundation
But surely you added some cement?
Other person questions the use of only sand for foundation
No
The person used only wet sand
Not even an incy, wincy, widdly bit?
The other person is surprised that no cement was used at all
Nope, you can't beat plain old sand
One person defends the choice of using just sand for foundation
This house'll stand forever
One person is confident that the house will last long
I don't think so! Ohh
The other person doubts that the house will last without cement
When the river comes and crashes up against you
Metaphorical description of life's challenges
You won't get washed away, instead you'll cheer and say
Having a strong foundation gives confidence and comfort
Oh yes I built my house on solid rock
The singer is proud of the well-built house
Let's start again shall we?
Ending of conversation between characters with a humorous tone
Ok, where do you want this cement?
One person accepts that cement is needed
No, not there
Other person is particular about where the cement is placed
Oh, deary me!
Humorous reaction to the conversation
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