Sensing that God was calling him to step out of his secure position with Newsong in 2006, Michael had to literally start all over again. But if you ask him if he has any regrets in his leaving, he replies “I knew it was something that God was calling me to. I was somewhat apprehensive and yet excited to take a step of faith and completely put my trust in the Lord. God has not disappointed.”
Michael has realized the importance of controlling his calendar as well and making time for the most important calling of his life. His family. “I used to live on the road and my kids didn’t even miss me when I was gone. It wasn’t conducive for a spiritually healthy family.”
Now Michael is getting more opportunities to share how God restored and healed his marriage. “We were in a very bad place” Michael says. “I was not being the spiritual leader of my home and it had a huge negative impact in my relationship with Heidi and my children. The Spirit of God convicted my heart.” He is now encouraging couples that have been contemplating divorce, like they were, to not only stay together, but to run for help and get good Christian Counseling. “We have seen first hand the blessings that have come from us fighting for our marriage, even when we didn’t feel like it was ever going to work out. We have learned that marriage is not about happiness, it is about commitment.”
Michael’s most recent project “Something About Us” has been described by Michael as a musical love letter to his one and only. It has received critical acclaim from many of his musical peers. Natalie Grant says, “Michael O’Brien is such a phenomenal talent. His voice is a rare breed in today’s musical climate. I’m a sucker for music with a nostalgic sound. This is just great classic sounding music. He reminds us what true love is all about.” Country Artist Mark Wills says Michael is his“favorite singer of all time,” while Nicole Mullen says “Michael O’Brien has outdone himself! This cd is wonderful, and highly recommended for all married couples. It’s about time that someone has given us a clean, passionate, beautiful backdrop for falling in love all over again. Out of four stars, I’d give it a six!”
Something About Us is filled with 14 original love songs that come out of a pure and holy devoted love solely between a man and a woman. Laced with silky smooth vocals and lush string arrangements performed by the Irish Film Orchestra (Dublin, Ireland) this cd is a must have. Michael says “Our goal was to create a work that would give couples an opportunity to have romantic interludes in a style reminiscent of Nat King Cole. It’s like Song of Solomon set to music. Romantic! Poetic! I believe Christians should be writing the most beautiful love songs ever. The Love that Heidi and I share comes from the Author of love. God! As Christian couples, our marriages should be a city on a hill!”
In the last several years, Michael and Heidi have shared their story of restoration on National Television and radio broadcasts across America. Ministries that have partnered with Michael and Heidi are The Billy Graham Association, Family Life Today, The 700 Club, Life Today, the TBN and Daystar Networks, Babbie’s Place, Rick and Bubba Radio, Steve and DC Radio, Living The Life, and Faith Café, just to name a few.
Think About You
Michael O'Brien Lyrics
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I know You will. I know You will
When the rivers rise and no one else is strong enough
To stay I know You will. I know You will
I know Your strength is perfect. My own would let me fall
Lord, You have been faithful in the mighty and the small
If I never said it, gonna tell You what I think about You
When I think about You I think about mercy
I think of who paid the price for what I'd done
That could not undo
When I think about You I think about freedom
I think about hope and joy and peacefulness
And promises come true
All I want to do is think about You
When the storm blows in and nothing′s left
To hide me from the rain I know
You will. I know You will
When the cold night doesn't offer
Any shelter from the pain
I know You will. I know You will
I know Your mercy's tender from love that You′ve bestowed
Lord You have been gracious all along the narrow road
If I never said it, gonna tell You. What I think about You
Deep in the heart of me
When I think about You I think about mercy
I think of who paid the price for what I′d done
That could not undo
When I think about You I think about freedom
I think about hope and joy and peacefulness
And promises come true
All I want to do is think about You
I think about sunrise, think about blue skies
I think about sweet nights down on my knees
I think of your kindness.
How richly I'm blessed by all your goodness
I think about grace and peace
When I think about You I think about mercy
I think of who paid the price for what I′d done
That could not undo
When I think about You I think about freedom
I think about hope and joy and peacefulness
And promises come true
All I want to do is think about You
The lyrics to Michael O'Brien's song "Think About You" express a deep and abiding faith in God's strength, mercy, and love. The opening lines speak of times when the singer feels overwhelmed by the challenges of life, with mountains and rising rivers serving as potent metaphors for the obstacles in their path. Yet even in such moments, the singer finds solace in the knowledge that God is with them, always ready to offer support and succor.
The choruses of the song offer further expressions of gratitude and admiration for God's many blessings. The singer reflects on the transformative power of mercy, as they meditate on the sacrifice that God made for humankind, paying the price for their sins and offering the possibility of redemption. Freedom, hope, joy, and peace are all seen as gifts that come from this divine love, enabling the singer to face whatever trials may come with courage and confidence.
Taken as a whole, "Think About You" is a powerful testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of those who trust in God. The song reminds listeners that even when life is difficult and the world seems to be against them, they can find comfort and strength in their faith. With its uplifting melodies and heartfelt lyrics, the song offers a message of hope and encouragement to all who need it.
Line by Line Meaning
When mountains stand in front of me and I can′t find a way
I know You will. I know You will
When I am in trouble and there seems to be no way out, I trust that You will help me find a way to overcome it.
When the rivers rise and no one else is strong enough
To stay I know You will. I know You will
When the challenges of life seem overwhelming and I feel like I cannot hold on, I cling to my faith in You.
I know Your strength is perfect. My own would let me fall
Lord, You have been faithful in the mighty and the small
If I never said it, gonna tell You what I think about You
You mean the world to me
I trust in Your strength because my own is not enough. I appreciate Your faithfulness in all aspects of my life, and I want to express how much You mean to me.
When the storm blows in and nothing′s left
To hide me from the rain I know
You will. I know You will
When the cold night doesn't offer
Any shelter from the pain
I know You will. I know You will
In times of trouble when I feel exposed and vulnerable, I depend on You to shelter me from my pain and sorrows.
I know Your mercy's tender from love that You′ve bestowed
Lord You have been gracious all along the narrow road
If I never said it, gonna tell You. What I think about You
Deep in the heart of me
I am grateful for Your loving mercy and kindness. You have been with me every step of the way, guiding me through life's difficult journey.
When I think about You I think about mercy
I think of who paid the price for what I′d done
That could not undo
When I think about You I think about freedom
I think about hope and joy and peacefulness
And promises come true
All I want to do is think about You
When I reflect on You, I can't help but think about Your mercy and the sacrifice You made for my redemption. You offer me freedom, hope, joy, and peace, and fulfill promises to me that no one else can.
I think about sunrise, think about blue skies
I think about sweet nights down on my knees
I think of your kindness.
How richly I'm blessed by all your goodness
I think about grace and peace
When I think of You, I am reminded of the beauty and goodness in the world. I appreciate Your kindness, which blesses me more than I can ever express. You bring grace and peace into my life.
Contributed by Joseph P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.