Kee says that it was during a trip to Michigan with his choir that he received a calling from God to be a preacher. Kee was in his mid-twenties when he was ordained as a minister. In 1995, while ministering in Ohio, he received a prophetic vision and went forward with the building of a Fellowship Center in Charlotte which could minister to the people in the community. He officially founded the New Life Fellowship Center where he became and remains the senior pastor. Ironically, the church is located in the same area where he had once led a life of crime and drugs. It is rumored that Pastor Kee does not accept a salary from the church, but is merely satisfied in knowing that the preached word of God has been brought forth.
In the mid 1980's, Kee formed a community choir in Charlotte known as the New Life Community Choir or "NLCC." Over time the choir grew in popularity and has continued to travel throughout the area. The choir also includes some of Kee's own children.
In 1990, Kee founded the Victory in Praise Music and Arts Seminar Mass Choir, or "V.I.P." in order to fellowship with various ministries, song writers, musicians and choir directors from all over the country.
Kee has been active for more than 15 years in the music field. He is primarily known for mixing traditional gospel with modern contemporary gospel and for having a soulful husky voice. His current cd entitled "The Reunion," released on December 5, 2005, features some of the old members of New Life Community Choir.
In 2007 Kee was inducted into the Christian Music Hall of Fame. [1] He also has an album, Nothing But Worship, which features the smash hit Right Now Praise.
Strength
John P. Kee Lyrics
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There will never be, another love like You
No never be, another love like You
Verse:
Who brought you out of darkness?
(You did)
Who started you on your way?
(You did it for me)
Who gave you a brand new life?
(You did it)
Right now I can truly say
(Chorus)
Verse
Greater love hath no man
(You did it)
Than to give His life for a friend
(You did it for me)
I'm gonna serve the Lord
(You did it)
Until He comes back again
(Chorus)
Bridge:
When we were yet sinners
Christ died for us all
(Chorus)
Vamp:
You love me (repeat)
Oh Lord You loved me first
You loved me first
And I'm glad about it
You loved me first
Glad
Glad about it, I am
Glad
Oh Lord You loved me first
You loved me the first time
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Wait On Him
Chorus:
Wait I say on the Lord (2x).
Trials come that they might make me strong, that's why
I wait (3x).
Verse 1:
I'm gonna run this race if I go by myself.
(wait on Jesus)
For You told me that You would be a present help.
(wait on Jesus)
You said that You'd never leave me nor forsake me,
Jesus, You told me You'd be right there.
Chorus
Verse 2:
I'm gonna run this race if trials try to bind me.
(wait on Jesus)
Who the Son sets free, I'm sure they're free indeed.
(wait on Jesus)
You said that You'd never leave me nor forsake me,
Jesus, You told me You'd be right there.
Chorus
Verse 3:
I'm gonna run this race if I go all alone.
(wait on Jesus)
For I know the Lord will give me a brand new song.
(wait on Jesus)
You said that You'd never leave me nor forsake me,
Jesus, You told me You'd be right there.
Bridge:
Wait on Him (4x)
(repeat)
Vamp:
I'm gonna wait on Jesus
(repeat)
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Wash Me Lord
Chorus 1:
Create in me a clean heart,
and renew the right spirit in me, in me.
Chorus 2:
Wash me Lord (2x),
oh wash me,
Verse 1:
Purge me dear Lordy,
wash me white as snow;
I know that You can do it,
this my Lord I know.
There's no one like You,
no one nowhere.
Chorus 2
Bridge:
Lord, You are the potter
and I am the clay;
mold me, make me,
in Your perfect way.
Chorus 2
Vamp:
Anoint me, appoint me;
use me for Thy service.
Shake me, make me;
use me for Thy service.
Hold me, mold me;
use me for Thy service.
Chastise me, revive me;
use me for Thy service.
Mend me, send me;
use me for Thy service.
Sanctify me, sanctify me;
use me for Thy service.
Chorus 2
The lyrics to John P. Kee and the New Life Community Choir's song "Strength" speak to the immense love and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The chorus repeats the phrase, "There will never be, another love like You. No never be, another love like You." The verses ask rhetorical questions such as, "Who brought you out of darkness?" and answer with the refrain, "You did it." The bridge speaks to the sacrificial love of Jesus and the fact that he died for us while we were still sinners. The song ends with a vamp that expresses gratitude and joy for Jesus' love.
Line by Line Meaning
There will never be, another love like You
No love can compare to the love of God.
No never be, another love like You
God's love cannot be duplicated or replaced.
Who brought you out of darkness?
Who saved you from a life of sin and brought you into the light?
(You did)
You saved yourself with the help of God.
Who started you on your way?
Who set you on your spiritual path?
(You did it for me)
With the help of God, you chose to live a righteous life.
Who gave you a brand new life?
Who gave you a fresh start and a new perspective?
(You did it)
You allowed God to transform you and renew your mind.
Right now I can truly say
At this moment, I can confidently proclaim the goodness of God.
Greater love hath no man
No one has shown a greater love than this.
(You did it)
You gave your life for me.
Than to give His life for a friend
The ultimate expression of love is to give your life for someone.
I'm gonna serve the Lord
I will dedicate my life to following and serving God.
Until He comes back again
I will continue to serve God until the second coming of Christ.
Oh how He loves me, Oh yes He loves me
God's love for me is great and unconditional.
When we were yet sinners
When we were still living in sin and disobedience.
Christ died for us all
Jesus died so that we could be saved and redeemed.
You love me (repeat)
God's love for me is constant and unchanging.
Oh Lord You loved me first
God's love for me existed before I even knew Him.
And I'm glad about it
I am overjoyed and grateful for God's love.
Glad
I feel happy and content.
Wait I say on the Lord (2x).
I will wait patiently for the help and guidance of God.
Trials come that they might make me strong, that's why
Difficulties in life come to strengthen my faith and character.
I'm gonna run this race if I go by myself.
Even if no one else is with me, I will continue to follow God.
(wait on Jesus)
I will rely on Jesus for help and guidance.
For You told me that You would be a present help.
God promised to be with me always and provide assistance when I need it.
I'm gonna run this race if trials try to bind me.
Even if I face challenges and obstacles, I will continue to persevere and trust in God.
Who the Son sets free, I'm sure they're free indeed.
If Jesus sets me free from sin, I am truly free and not bound by it anymore.
I'm gonna run this race if I go all alone.
Even if I feel lonely or isolated, I will keep running towards my goal of eternal life.
For I know the Lord will give me a brand new song.
God will provide me with new blessings and experiences to sing about.
Create in me a clean heart,
God, please purify me from sin and make me righteous.
and renew the right spirit in me, in me.
Help me to have a pure and positive attitude towards life and others.
Wash me Lord (2x),
Cleanse me of my sins, God.
Purge me dear Lordy,
Cleanse me thoroughly, God.
wash me white as snow;
Make me pure and spotless like snow.
I know that You can do it,
I have faith that You are capable of cleansing me.
this my Lord I know.
I trust in Your power to forgive and cleanse me.
There's no one like You,
No one else is as powerful and merciful as God.
Lord, You are the potter
God, You are the creator and shaper of my life.
and I am the clay;
I am formed and molded by Your will and purpose.
mold me, make me,
Shape me and transform me into Your likeness.
in Your perfect way.
Transform me according to Your divine plan.
Anoint me, appoint me;
Empower me and give me a purpose.
use me for Thy service.
Allow me to be of service to You, God.
Shake me, make me;
Transform and shape me for Your purposes.
Hold me, mold me;
Guide and shape me according to Your divine will.
Chastise me, revive me;
Discipline me when needed and revive my spirit.
Mend me, send me;
Heal and restore me, and send me out to do Your work.
Sanctify me, sanctify me;
Make me holy and pure, and set me apart for Your use.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JOHN P. KEE
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