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.
Wonderful Lord
Doug Horley Lyrics
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you are my shield my protector
i can lie down go off to sleep
knowing your watching over me
wonder full lord wonder full god
help me to trust you forever
i did not fear cause you i near
In Doug Horley's song "Wonderful Lord", the lyrics express a deep sense of comfort and protection that comes from the Lord. The repetition of the phrase "wonder full lord wonder full god" emphasizes the awesomeness and majesty of God. The lyrics express a sense of security and safety, with God as the protector, serving as a shield to guard from harm. This source of protection is so powerful that it enables the singer to be at peace and to sleep soundly, knowing that God is watching over them.
The repeated line "I can lie down and sleep in peace" is particularly poignant, as it is a reference to Psalm 4:8, which says "I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety." This connection to scripture underscores the message of the song, as it further emphasizes the idea of God as a protector and source of peace.
Overall, "Wonderful Lord" is a song that reminds listeners of God's power and love. The lyrics serve as a reminder that even in times of difficulty, God is always present and watching over them.
Line by Line Meaning
wonder full lord wonder full god
I am in awe of your magnificence and greatness, O Lord who is divine and powerful.
you are my shield my protector
As my protector and shield, you guard me from harm and keep me safe from danger.
i can lie down go off to sleep
I can rest and peacefully sleep without any worries or anxiety troubling me.
knowing your watching over me
I am reassured that you are carefully watching over me, looking out for my well-being.
help me to trust you forever
Please, Lord, guide me and strengthen my faith in you so that I may trust you wholeheartedly for eternity.
i did not fear cause you i near
With you always near me, I have no reason to be afraid or anxious.
i can lie down and sleep in peace
I am at peace and can rest soundly knowing that you are with me, watching over me.
Contributed by Connor N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.