Not complacent, yet pressing towards the mark currently as Founder and Senior Pastor of Lighthouse Full Life Center Church, one of the fastest growing churches in Western Michigan, Marvin is innovative in his approach to winning the lost and edifying the believer. As a native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Pastor Marvin is committed to his community and enjoys taking the message to the masses. In its inaugural year, the ministry has initiated a Full Life approach with an emphasis of addressing the spiritual, physical and mental needs of the body. By no means is Pastor Marvin and the Lighthouse family resting on its laurels or taking credit for the well-rounded and effective ministry approach. In fact, with humility, they acknowledge they have found the formula for a successful ministry based on the Bible and cultivated through an intimate relationship with God.
Pastor Marvin is united in covenant to(Late) First Lady MaLinda Sapp, a gifted speaker, local
college professor and Limited Licensed Psychologist, who also serves as Administrative Pastor. They have three wonderful children; Marvin II, Mikaila and Madisson.
(2) Recruited for the legendary gospel group Commissioned while still a relative unknown, Marvin Sapp recorded with the group until its dissolution in 1995, and then began his own solo career with a self-titled album the following year. Born and raised in Grand Rapids, MI (where he has based his JOY Ministries outreach), Sapp debuted with Commissioned in the early '90s after Keith Staten left for solo work. He recorded the Commissioned albums Number 7 and Matters of the Heart with members Fred Hammond, Mitchell Jones, Mike Williams, and Karl Reid; after Hammond and Williams left as well, Sapp recorded the group's final album, 1996's Irreplaceable Love. By that time Sapp had signed a solo contract too, and March 1996 saw the release of his self-titled debut on Word Records. The album reunited him with former Commissioned mate Fred Hammond (who produced the LP) and featured the gospel hits "Calling Me" and "In His Presence." Sapp's sophomore effort, Grace & Mercy, appeared in May 1997, followed two years later by Nothing Else Matters. After a short absence from the music scene, he reappeared under contract at Versity Records and released the song "I Believe" on the WOW Gospel 2002 album, followed by the album I Believe later in 2002. Diary of a Psalmist appeared in 2003, Be Exalted in 2005, and Thirsty in 2007. Here I Am, which debuted higher in the Billboard charts than any gospel album in 50 years, arrived in 2010. I Win followed in 2012. ~ John Bush, Rovi
Never
Marvin Sapp Lyrics
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There has never been a time you let me down, down.
Inspite of all, the wrong I've done
Your love is still around.
You been there for me, taken care for me
Even I was still alone, your love remained strong
Even when I left your hand, your love, it always came.
There has never been a time you let me down, down.
Inspite of all, the wrong I've done
Your love is still around.
When my money was acting funny, my faith in God wavered, because you give me so much favor.
Even when I paid my bills, I didn't have to miss a meal.
You were always there for me and my wife, that's why I can testify.
There has never been a time you let me down, down.
Inspite of all, the wrong I've done
Your love is still around.
There has never been a time you let me down, down.
Inspite of all, the wrong I've done
Your love is still around.
There is not one person in my life that I can say.
That has never let me down, or has always made a way.
Ooh, I used to wonder why but now I know this is true.
But now I know there is nobody else, that can meet my needs.
Nobody like you!
(yeah!)
Never
Never
Never, let me down.
Never
Never
Never, let me down.
Never
Never
Never, let me down.
Never
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Never, let me down.
(spoken word)
Never
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Never, let me down.
Never
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Never, let me down.
Never
Never
Never, let me down.
Never
Never
Never, let me down.
No
Never.
In "Never," Marvin Sapp sings of the unwavering love of God, stating that He has never let him down, despite any wrongdoings on his part. The lyrics express gratitude for God's constant presence, His provision for all of Sapp's needs, and His faithfulness through every situation. Even when Sapp's faith may have wavered, God's love remained strong and unchanging.
The song draws on the biblical concept of God's steadfast love, which is a recurring theme in the Psalms and throughout scripture. It highlights the idea that despite our sins and shortcomings, God's love never fails, and He remains faithful to His promises.
Through the lyrics, Sapp acknowledges the struggles and hardships he has faced, from financial struggles to moments of doubt, but he reminds himself that God has always been there for him, providing for him and his family. Sapp's heartfelt gratitude for God's love is evident in the repetition of the chorus, which declares that God has never let him down.
Overall, "Never" is a powerful expression of faith and gratitude, reminding listeners of the unchanging, unwavering love of God.
Line by Line Meaning
There has never been a time you let me down, down.
You have always been there for me, even when I have done wrong. Your love has never wavered.
Inspite of all, the wrong I've done
Even though I have made mistakes and done bad things,
Your love is still around.
Your love has always remained constant and strong.
You been there for me, taken care for me
You have always been by my side, taking care of me,
Even I was still alone, your love remained strong
Even when I felt alone, your love was still there and strong.
That is why I'm grateful, I take this time to thank you.
I am so grateful for your love and I want to take the time to thank you.
Even when I left your hand, your love, it always came.
Even when I strayed from your love, it was always there waiting for me.
When my money was acting funny, my faith in God wavered, because you give me so much favor.
When I was struggling with money, my faith in God wavered. But I know now that God has always given me favor.
Even when I paid my bills, I didn't have to miss a meal.
Even though I had bills to pay, I never went hungry because God always provided for me.
You were always there for me and my wife, that's why I can testify.
You have always been there for me and my wife, and that is why I can testify to your goodness.
There is not one person in my life that I can say.
There is no one in my life that I can say for sure.
That has never let me down, or has always made a way.
Who has never let me down or made a way for me.
Ooh, I used to wonder why but now I know this is true.
I used to wonder why, but now I know that this is true.
But now I know there is nobody else, that can meet my needs.
Now I know that there is no one else who can meet my needs like you can.
Nobody like you!
There is no one like you!
Never
Never
No
No
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PURPOSE FLOWER INC.
This song literally SAVED ME! I lost my 16 year old son to suicide in August 2008.
I lost my child, I lost my mind, I lost my home, I lost the true essence of who I was, and who I’ve known myself to be—-
I suffered from one nervous breakdown to another. I was overwhelmed with nervousness all the time, I was crippled with constant fears and I lost all my abilities to “trust life again” —-
I couldn’t operate a motor vehicle anymore, due to terrifying feelings of dread and terror. I struggled with anxiety, to the point where I lost my will to live!!
It’s not easy to explain my feelings to everyone. It’s impossible for family and friends to be “there” all the time, because everyone has their own demands as well. Sufferings comes in different ways. No one is immune.
Looking back…. I am eternally grateful to God for allowing me to go through the darkest moments 🌺
PLEASE DO NOT GIVE UP!!!! GOD IS ALWAYS WITH YOU ❤️
Dionne Fields
When I lost both of my parents a few years ago.
This was the only song that kept me, from jumping into their graves.
I miss both of my parents every day.
My mom died from Uterine Cancer (October-2012)
My dad had a massive stroke (June-2014)
My parents both met in the 9th grade, and they got married after my dad came home from Vietnam War in 1968.
My oldest son dad died in Christmas 2007
My grandmom died May 2020
My family pet died June 2020
My oldest brother died August 27, 2020(shot and killed in front his baby at 7-Eleven store)
In loving memory of my mother & father and my older brother.
I’m still grieving your lost, every time I breathe.
😊😽Zion😊😽
Amen I’m only 10 years old and I love this song I actually listen to this when I’m sad thank you god is good✝️💕🙏🏾
called chosen
ALL.THE. TIME, little one. Don't ever forget that!🙏🏿
Grimey Reaper
🙏🏽
kai richards
Hold on to God as tightly as you can, baby girl. He will get you through.
Ariana Cortes
So glad to hear that u have that connection with God at that age. 🙏
Touch Of Class
Amen, baby girl, keep praising God he will keep you safe, fight your battles, and take care of you. ❤ I'm living proof ❤
green
Currently at my lowest at 25... my mother would always play gospel on our way to school as kids..this is bringing me to tears, I am so sorry I neglected my faith I hope I make it through ok..
BigMama TV
God is always there for you🥰❤️
Gold Lux Lashes
You are healed in the mighty name of Jesus. You are strong, you are wise, you are beautiful. You have everything you need. God bless you ❤️🙏🏾
Angelita Cochran
GOD is no respecter of person.
You are healed and in your intended path. Keep looking up🙏🙏🙏🙏