Biography:
Talbot was born into a Methodist family with a musical background in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and started learning to play the guitar at an early age. At age 15 he dropped out of school and was performing as a guitarist for Mason Proffit, a country folk-rock band formed with his older brother Terry.
Talbot embarked on a spiritual journey that led him through Native American religion and Buddhism to Christianity. At this point he and his brother, Terry, joined the Jesus Movement, recording the album Reborn which was re-released by Sparrow Records (originally released as The Talbot Brothers on the Warner Brothers label).
Two solo albums followed for Talbot: John Michael Talbot (1976) and The New Earth (1977). Both of these were produced by Billy Ray Hearn.
Reading the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, he was inspired to begin studying at a Franciscan center in Indianapolis. He became a Roman Catholic and joined the Secular Franciscan Order in 1978. He started a house of prayer, The Little Portion.
Talbot moved The Little Portion to Eureka Springs, Arkansas on land he had purchased during his Mason Proffit days. He founded his own community, the Brothers and Sisters of Charity, at Little Portion Hermitage as an "integrated monastic community" with celibate brothers and sisters, singles, and families. By 1989, Talbot had married Viola Pratka (with the permission of the Catholic Church). Pratka was a former Incarnate Word Sister who had come to the community in 1986.
Per the community's General Constitutions, Talbot's title is "General Minister and Spiritual Father". For many years, he has promoted the work of Mercy Corps.
The hermitage suffered a fire in April 2008 in which the chapel, library and many common areas were destroyed.
On April 10, 2010 the Bishop of Little Rock, Anthony Taylor, dedicated the new buildings. On October 2, 2010 the Brothers and Sisters of Charity at Little Portion Hermitage celebrated the opening of the new monastery church and common center.
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John Michael Talbot Lyrics
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You take away the sins of the world
Have mercy on us
Lamb of God
You take away the sins of the world
Have mercy on us
You take away the sins of the world
Grant us peace
The lyrics to "Lamb of God" by John Michael Talbot are a simple yet powerful expression of faith in Jesus Christ as the redeemer of the world. The repetition of the lines "Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us" emphasizes the universality of Christ's sacrifice and its ability to forgive all sins. It is a humble plea for mercy and peace from mankind to the Savior, who has the power to save us from our sins and grant us true peace.
The concept of Jesus as the "Lamb of God" comes from the Jewish tradition of sacrificial offerings. In the Old Testament, lambs were often sacrificed as an offering for sin. The Christian belief is that Jesus Christ fulfilled this sacrificial system by offering himself as a perfect sacrifice for the sins of humanity. The repetition of the phrase "Lamb of God" serves to drive this point home, reminding listeners of the ultimate sacrifice made by Jesus on the cross.
Overall, the lyrics to "Lamb of God" express a deep faith in the power of Jesus Christ to forgive and save. It is a simple yet profound reminder of the love and sacrifice of the Savior, and the peace that comes from placing our trust in Him.
Line by Line Meaning
Lamb of God
Our Lord, the sacrifice that was made for our salvation
You take away the sins of the world
You have lifted the burden of sin from humanity by sacrificing yourself for us
Have mercy on us
We recognize our imperfection and ask for your compassion and forgiveness
Grant us peace
We seek your blessing of tranquility and harmony in the midst of our troubles
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: JOHN MICHAEL TALBOT
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