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.
Glory To God
John Michael Talbot Lyrics
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Peace to His people of goodwill
Glory to God in the highest and on earth
Peace to His people of goodwill
We praise You, we bless You
We adore You, we glorify You
We give You thanks for Your great glory
Peace to His people of goodwill
Lord God, heavenly King
Oh God, almighty Father
Lord Jesus Christ, only begotten son
Lord God, lamb of God, son of the Father
Glory to God in the highest and on earth
Peace to His people of goodwill
You take away the sins of the world
Have mercy on us
You take away the sins of the world
Receive our prayer, you are seated
At the right hand of the Father
Have mercy on us
Glory to God in the highest and on earth
Peace to His people of goodwill
For You are Lord of the Holy One
You are the Lord
You are Lord of the most high, Jesus Christ
With the Holy Spirit in the glory of God, the Father
Glory to God in the highest and on earth
Peace to His people of goodwill
Glory to God in the highest and on earth
Peace to His people of goodwill
Amen, amen, amen
The lyrics to John Michael Talbot's "Glory to God" are a joyful celebration and proclamation of faith. The first stanza praises God for His glory and peace on earth to those who follow His will. The second stanza acknowledges the holy trinity, God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. The third stanza acknowledges the redemption of humanity through the forgiveness of sins, and asks for mercy in prayer. The final stanza repeats the proclamation of glory to God and blessings to His people, followed by an affirmative "amen".
The song is an affirmation of faith in God, celebrating the greatness of God and the blessings He bestows upon His people. The song is a reminder of the power of God and the hope He offers in times of peace and turmoil.
Line by Line Meaning
Glory to God in the highest and on earth
We give praise to God who is exalted above all else and we pray for peace on the earth
Peace to His people of goodwill
We ask for peace and prosperity for those who are faithful to God
We praise You, we bless You
We lift up our voices to sing Your praises and ask for Your blessings
We adore You, we glorify You
We worship You and magnify Your name above all else
We give You thanks for Your great glory
We express our gratitude for Your amazing majesty and splendor
Lord God, heavenly King
We acknowledge You as our Lord and ruler of the universe
Oh God, almighty Father
We recognize You as our omnipotent and loving Father
Lord Jesus Christ, only begotten son
We affirm You as the one and only Son of God
Lord God, lamb of God, son of the Father
We recognize You as the sinless sacrifice who takes away our sins, and as the Son of the eternal Father
You take away the sins of the world
We acknowledge that You remove our sins and redeem us from our transgressions
Have mercy on us
We implore You to have compassion on us and show us Your loving kindness
Receive our prayer, you are seated
We ask for Your acceptance of our prayers, and acknowledge Your position of power and authority
At the right hand of the Father
We acknowledge Your position of power and authority alongside the Father
For You are Lord of the Holy One
We confirm You as the Lord of all that is holy and divine
You are the Lord
We declare You as the Lord over all creation, sovereign and majestic
You are Lord of the most high, Jesus Christ
We acknowledge You as the highest Lord, supreme and divine, and as Jesus Christ
With the Holy Spirit in the glory of God, the Father
We acknowledge Your unity with the Holy Spirit, and Your glory with the Father God
Amen, amen, amen
We declare our agreement and affirmation of all that has been spoken
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JOHN MICHAEL TALBOT
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Barry Alan
I cannot understand why more Saints of the Lord have not known about your blessed music. I will do my best to spread the word.
Julie Viola
This music of yours is just BEAUTIFUL and so touching to my heart and spirit ❤ ✝️ 🙏
Liv B
Awesome! Thank you!!
BWK ACE
I like it!!!
Five Gauss
Lord of the most high....the highest....alpha and omega!!!!!!!!
STYLEbudd
does anyone have Our Blessing Cup original version song by Brother John Michael Talbot
S Dalby
It's number 4 on this playlist.