To speak those things, is to literally speak life into situations that bring about death and decrease. “By speaking life into your problems,” said Hammond, “You allow God to hear you and God will show you the solutions. That is the attitude of this album.”
Hammond’s, “SPEAK THOSE THINGS: POL Chapter 3” addresses who God is and what He can do in our lives. It is no departure from the now “duplicated” ‘Hammond signature’ of urban praise and worship, but the approach of the album is focused on the worshipper calling on the Lord, praising Him, knowing Him and desiring to be closer to Him. It is 15-tracks of high-impact praise & Gospel music that is aimed at changing lives and bringing about solutions.
In the aftermath of last September, Hammond recalls seeking God and seeing Him work in all situations. “In the midst of misery and hopelessness, we have to see where God is and trusting that His hand is in everything around us.” Pointedly conveying this message; and in only a way that Hammond can, is the compelling song “Show Yourself Strong.”
Directly inspired by what he saw happening around him, “America rallied together and everywhere people began to pray. This song is calling out to God … ‘Oh, Lord we’re calling you, show yourself strong’,” said Hammond. “People everywhere began to pray and there was a time and need for prayer … I was just thinking, we need you now God, if we’ve ever needed you before we need you now.”
Song after song the album serves as a reminder to turn to God no matter what the situation. “Praise Him Through The Night,” a direct message to praise God even in the middle of adversity. “My focus is on praise & worship in the middle of the fight,” said Hammond. “Even in the toughest of times, God is always around somewhere, and I will continue to praise to Him.” Lyrically, it is a beautiful ballad that brings about a sense of peace that supports the message that it is through praise and worship, that we rebuild our strength.
In distinctive Fred Hammond fashion, the album kicks off in high gear with 2 slammin’ praise & worship cuts. Like a 1-2 punch, “You Are My Daily Bread,” and “Lord of the Harvest,” contains that signature feel and sound that has positioned Hammond as one of Gospel music’s most successful hit makers. Dynamic, powerful and vibrant, the songs defy any listener to stay in their seats.
The feelings of encouragement and healing are palpable throughout this CD, from the collaborative “Song of Strength,” featuring the F.Hammond Music family (Joann Rosario, The Singletons and Shea Norman); to the smooth sounding “I Will Say,” which verbalize the albums’ entire theme.
Once again, teaming up with writer Kim Rutherford, Hammond hopes to capture the successful chemistry they shared on the enormously popular “Pages of Life: Chapters I & II.” The album’s title pays homage to their writing partnership, “POL stands for Pages of Life,” explains Hammond, “and I felt the same synergy with Kim, on this album as I did then … I also knew she would be very instrumental in helping to capture the essence of this project.” Hammond & Rutherford joined forces on such key cuts as “That Ain’t Nothin,” and “Show Me Your Face.” The latter, “Show Me Your Face,” is an R&B flava’d emotion-filled ballad that seeks a closer and unequivocal relationship with God.
The album includes a blazing collaboration with super-hot producer Warryn “Baby Dubb” Campbell. “Great,” featuring Mary Mary, declares God’s greatness. “As soon as I heard the track I wrote the song … I immediately felt it … I had to talk about all the great things God has done for us … there is no problem too great because God is greater,” said Hammond. “Plus Warryn is a phenomenal talent and we’d been trying to get together for a while. This was the perfect opportunity for all of us to come together… their contribution definitely brings a new and exciting element to the project.”
Other jams on the album are “My, My, My God Is Good,” where Hammond brings a funky track, wrapped around a little hip-hop flava. “It is a straightforward praise of God’s goodness,” said Hammond. And “That Ain’t Nothing” which completes the album, as it began … on a high, upbeat and joyous note.
Complementing the upbeat praise selections is a number of worship ballads that address the boundlessness and wonder of who God is. “You Are My Life,” and “He Is Not Just A Man,” both proclaim the wonder of His vastness and that He is truly everything.
Already a Platinum selling artist, Hammond has toured around the world and blessed thousands, his reach continues to grow as he progressively moves into a number of different arenas. Not only is he CEO of his own record label, F. Hammond Music, he has broadened his community outreach. Having been blessed with a number of motorcycles, Hammond and his crew literally use them as vehicles of street ministry. Hitting the roads in an effort to reach out to different people, they have formed their own evangelizing ‘mini-motorcycle club.’ “People tend to believe that recreational outlets like these are only for the world,” said Hammond. “This [motorcycles] gives us an opportunity to hit the streets and show the world that serving God can still be fun … and allows us to minister to those people who wouldn’t normally go to church.”
Make The Angels Cry
Fred Hammond Lyrics
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We're a Nation and we've left the truth
And God we trust we seem to set aside
Rejecting Him is enough to make the Angels cry
STANZA 2
We're the church and we are sanctified, its true
But we watched the world just senseless die
BRIDGE
For God so love the world
He gave His son so that we could live
And we must also proud proclaim
His wondrous gift, His gift
STANZA 3
We believers let all unite
With holy boldness turn the lost to Christ
See them through His eyes
Then we won't make the Angels cry
CODA al FINE
Make the Angels cry
The lyrics to Fred Hammond's song "Make the Angels Cry" are a poignant reminder of our duty as believers to spread the Gospel and the consequences of failing to do so. The first stanza acknowledges that as a nation, we have turned our backs on the truth and rejected God, causing Him to feel sorrow and disappointment. The second stanza refers to the church as being sanctified, but laments about our inaction in bringing the Word of God to those who need it the most. The bridge serves as a reminder that God loves the world so much that He sacrificed His own Son, and it is our responsibility to share this message with others. The final stanza implores believers to come together and boldly lead the lost to Christ, so that we can avoid making the Angels cry.
Throughout the song, Hammond demonstrates a deep understanding of the teachings of Christianity and the importance of evangelism. The lyrics are a call to action, encouraging believers to take responsibility for spreading the Gospel and reaching out to those who are lost. The song reminds listeners that God loves us all and has given us the gift of salvation through His Son, and it is our duty to share this gift with others.
Line by Line Meaning
We're a Nation and we've left the truth
As a country, we have strayed from reality and no longer uphold what is right.
And God we trust we seem to set aside
Although our motto is in God we trust, we have chosen to ignore Him.
Rejecting Him is enough to make the Angels cry
Refusing to accept God is saddening to the Angels in heaven.
We're the church and we are sanctified, its true
As followers of Christ, we are holy and set apart from the world.
But we watched the world just senseless die
We have let the world fall apart and perish without taking any action.
Never saved, Is enough to make the Angels cry
Those who die without being saved leave the Angels in a state of sorrow.
For God so love the world
God loved the world so much
He gave His son so that we could live
Jesus was given to us so that we could have eternal life.
And we must also proud proclaim
We must proudly share the news of Jesus' gift.
His wondrous gift, His gift
The incredible gift of Jesus' love and salvation.
We believers let all unite
As believers in Christ, we should come together and support one another.
With holy boldness turn the lost to Christ
We should use our courage, driven by faith, to bring those who are lost to Christ.
See them through His eyes
We should view others the way that Jesus sees them.
Then we won't make the Angels cry
If we act according to God's will, the Angels will not be saddened by our actions.
Make the Angels cry
Our actions and lack of faith have the potential to make the Angels cry.
Contributed by Aiden V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.