Just a few days after his birth, Bowen, whose name means “small, victorious one,” underwent his first open heart surgery. The surgery went well, but the next night he suffered cardiac arrest and Matt and Sarah feared they would lose him. After an hour of CPR on his tiny chest, still open from the surgery, Bowen was revived and placed on life support. Slowly over the next few weeks, Bowen became stronger and no longer needed to be on life support or even oxygen. However, he had other complications including a stroke and being diagnosed with hyperinsulinism.
Bowen has been released to home care until his second surgery, scheduled for February 2011. His third surgery will take place when he is 2-3 years old. Through Bowen’s experience with HLHS, the Hammitts have become part of the community of families that have a child affected by a congenital heart defect.
First hand, they have gained awareness of the needs of these families – practical, financial, emotional, and spiritual. They are in the process of starting of foundation from which to they can draw resources to assist families who have needs in any number of these areas.
Matt is the lead singer, guitarist, and one of the founding members of Grammy-Nominated, Dove Award winning band Sanctus Real. With eight No. 1 hits on the Christian music charts and 15 years on the public stage, Matt has a unique platform to champion awareness for congenital heart defects.
On September 13th, 2011 Matt released his first solo album entitled "Every Falling Tear," inspired by Bowen's experience.
*taken from bowensheart.com
Trust
Matt Hammitt Lyrics
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I'll tie Your love around my neck
I'll write Your words upon my heart
Lord I won't forget how good You are
I'll dwell upon Your faithfulness
I'll rest within Your promises
And when I'm walking through the dark
I will trust
I will trust You
I will trust You Lord with all my heart
And I won't forget how good You are
No I won't forget how good You are
You gave me everything I have
And my whole life is in Your hands
When what I fear is closing in
Lord Your faithfulness will never end
Your faithfulness will never end
And even in the darkness
Even in the questions
Even when the hardest time of life are at hand
And even in the darkness
Even in the questions
Even in the times that I'm not meant to understand
Matt Hammitt's song "Trust" is a beautiful expression of faith and devotion to God. These lyrics remind us of the importance of remembering God's love and promise during the difficult moments of life. The song urges the listener to keep God's love close as a reminder of His faithfulness and goodness.
The opening lines, "Lest I'm tempted to forget, I'll tie your love around my neck," suggest the importance of keeping God's love close to the heart, as if to wear it as a protective amulet. The writer declares that he will write God's words on his heart to ensure that he never forgets His goodness, even when darkness and trials come his way. The song comforts and encourages us through these challenging moments, insisting that even in the darkest moments, we can trust in God's faithfulness and unfailing love.
In the chorus, the writer declares his commitment to God with uplifting words of faith, declaring his trust in the Lord with all his heart. The lyrics imply that despite the challenges that may come his way, he will never forget the Lord's goodness and faithfulness in his life.
Overall, "Trust" encourages listeners to trust God in every circumstance, even in the moments of darkness, and to always remember His love, faithfulness, and goodness. The song is a beautiful reminder that whatever happens in life, we have a God who is faithful, steadfast, and always present to guide and protect us.
Line by Line Meaning
Lest I'm tempted to forgot
To avoid forgetting, I will take protective measures
I'll tie Your love around my neck
I will fasten Your love close to me
I'll write Your words upon my heart
I will inscribe Your words on my innermost being
Lord I won't forget how good You are
Lord, I will always remember and acknowledge how good You are
I'll dwell upon Your faithfulness
I will meditate on Your loyalty
I'll rest within Your promises
I will find comfort in Your commitments
And when I'm walking through the dark
Even when I am experiencing hardship
Lord I won't forget how good You are
Lord, I will not allow difficulties to cloud my understanding of how good You are
I will trust
I will have faith
I will trust You
I will put my faith in You
I will trust You Lord with all my heart
I will put my entire faith in You, Lord
And I won't forget how good You are
And I will never let go of my understanding of Your goodness
You gave me everything I have
Everything I own is a result of Your giving
And my whole life is in Your hands
My entire existence is under Your control
When what I fear is closing in
When I am frightened, and imminent danger is approaching
Lord Your faithfulness will never end
Lord, Your loyalty never falters
Even in the darkness
Even when I cannot see a clear solution to my problems
Even in the questions
Even when I am uncertain about what course of action to take
Even when the hardest time of life are at hand
Even when I feel I am in the most difficult situation
Even in the darkness
Even when I cannot see a clear solution to my problems
Even in the questions
Even when I am uncertain about what course of action to take
Even in the times that I'm not meant to understand
Even when I am not supposed to comprehend the reason behind certain circumstances
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: JASON INGRAM, MATT HAMMITT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
DNE Momming
Just as I am holding my tablet, God is holding me in His hands, but He loves me way more than I can imagine. And I don't love my tablet. I have trust issues and this song helps a lot :)
Oleavor
So soothing and refreshing..the lyric is a message from God.Thanks...
D Cole
This song is currently my anthem. The lyrics speak directly to my heart and my soul. It helps me to not "forget how good you are."
Anell Fourie
Dear Matt
Words cannot describe what I've gotten from your music.
It feels like it's a raw look inside the child you became in God.
Be blessed
Chrystal Bess Redding
Best music ever! ❤ the pace of the lyrics, the meaning - fantastic! 🌞🌹👍
Belen Portillo
This song allows me to worship HIM even more and poor all my fears and thoughts unto HIM for HE will see me through ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING!!
ZH Chee
And even in the darkness
Even in the questions
Even in the times that I'm not meant to understand
zee10000
This is my soul cry!!! God help me to trust you! When I don't understand whats going on and I'm afraid, when I feel like I'm unraveling, God Hold me together and help me to trust You.
Roxanne Jung
GREAT AMEN❤❤❤❤
Rhonda Archer
Lord, Help me trust others to do Your Work....