Pam Thum was the only child of traveling evangelists Bruce and Ruth Thum, producers of the very popular and unique drama, Heaven's Gates and Hell's Flames. The experience, which never kept them in the same place for more than a month, had both positive and negative effects on Pam.
Thum's parents were very dedicated Christians and carried Jesus into every aspect of their lives. They taught her a great deal about prayer and helped give her the assurance that Jesus was always with her. Still, Thum grew up in a very adult world and often felt quite lonely. She learned to depend on Jesus at a very early age and often made up little songs to sing to Him to help her not feel so lonely and scared. Jesus was one of the only constants in her life and she knew she never wanted to leave Him.
Pam's music career began when she was three years old and started singing on stage. As the years went on, Pam began to realize the effect music had on people and the hope that the words she sang often gave them. "I wanted them to feel the peace I did when I sang to God. I wanted them to feel as though Jesus were hugging them through my music."
And so it began. Pam Thum started writing songs when she was 16 and decided to pursue songwriting and performing as her own full time ministry. In 1987, Pam was offered a songwriting contract after her song "We Are An Army" was recorded by Trace Balin. She was offered a recording contract in 1992 and released her self titled debut album in 1993. The record was a huge success, with six of the songs making the top ten. She also received a Dove Award nomination for New Artist of the Year.
Pam Thum's albums:
Pam Thum, 1993
Faithful, 1994
Feel the Healing, 1995
Believe, 1997
Thum's geatest influences have been her parents and her Aunt Myrtle. Aunt Myrtle was a bundle of energy and was always hugging someone, taking people to church, baking cookies, teaching Sunday School, or singing joyfully to the Lord. Thum's greatest desire in her music is to be like her Aunt Myrtle and to love others where they're at and point them to Jesus.
Perhaps one of the most surprising things that came out of Pam's immediate success was her popularity in South Africa. Shortly after the release of her first album, the readers of JOY Magazine, a Christian publication in South Africa, named her Best International Female Artist of 1993. On her first trip there, she was greeted by an enormous group of fans and a hotel room filled with flowers. Thum believes that God has given her a special platform in South Africa and she desires to use it for His glory.
Today, Pam is married to Stephen Marshall and together they have built Pam Thum Ministries, which is partnered with several other "world-changing" ministries. Her mission remains the same - to fearlessly share the Good News of Christ with the world and encourage others to do the same. "We have the greatest news for this world," says Pam, "and we've spent too many years acting as if we're in some kind of secret club. People are living and dying without Jesus -- hurt, hatred, sickness, and fear have ruled for too long. I just feel an urgency that we've got to shake off the apathy in our lives and get bold and direct about our faith."
Every Single Day
Pam Thum Lyrics
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Every single day, every single day
In the middle of temptation
You are stronger than my fear
When I'm in need of restoration, You are here
I am so easily shaken
But You're the constant Rock of peace
When I feel every single day
I find Your mercies are new, Lord
Every single day
I feel Your joy rising with the morning
You know what tomorrow brings
And You're Lord of everything
So I trust You with every single day
When my faith drops like a curtain
And I fall beneath my doubt
When I stand with one foot in and one foot out
You are patiently forgiving
I am constantly amazed
So I kneel before You, oh, God of grace
Every single day
I find Your mercies are new, Lord
Every single day
I feel Your joy rising with the morning
You know what tomorrow brings
And You're Lord of everything
So I trust You with every single day
Now I am strong in hope and grace
And there's no battle I won't fight
I am rich in my assurance
And I am walking in the light
I am walking in the light
Every single day
I find Your mercies are new, Lord
Every single day
I feel Your joy rising with the morning
You know what tomorrow brings
And You're Lord of everything
I trust You, every day
Every single day
I find Your mercies are new, Lord
Every single day
I feel Your joy rising with the morning
You know what tomorrow brings
And You're Lord of everything
So I trust You with every single day
Every single day, every single day
Every single day, every single day
Every single day, every single day
Every single day, every single day
I trust You
Every single day, every single day
Every single day, every single day
I love You
Every single day, every single day
Every single day, every single day
I'll serve You
Every single day, every single day
Every single day, every single day
Every single day, every single day
Every single day, every single day...
The song "Every Single Day" by Pam Thum is an uplifting reminder of the constant presence of God in our lives. The chorus is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's plan and relying on His love every day. The song highlights the struggles and challenges that we all face in life, such as temptation, doubt, and insecurity. However, the lyrics remind us that we can find strength in God, who is the constant Rock of peace in our lives.
The first verse speaks to the temptation we face and the fear that can overtake our hearts, but reminds us that God's strength is greater. The second verse addresses doubt and uncertainty, and again emphasizes the patience and forgiveness we receive from God. The final verse speaks to the hope and grace that come with trusting in God, as well as the assurance that we can have as we walk in His light.
Line by Line Meaning
In the middle of temptation
Even when I am faced with difficult choices and temptations,
You are stronger than my fear
You have a greater power than any fear that might overcome me,
When I'm in need of restoration, You are here
Whenever I need healing or comfort, You are always present by my side,
I am so easily shaken
Sometimes I am vulnerable and fragile, and things can easily disturb me,
But You're the constant Rock of peace
Yet, You are the unchanging source of stability and serenity,
When I feel poor and hungry, You are my need
In times of desperation or emptiness, You are the only thing that can fully satisfy me,
When my faith drops like a curtain
When I lose faith or hope and feel swallowed up by darkness,
And I fall beneath my doubt
And I become overwhelmed by my lack of certainty or conviction,
When I stand with one foot in and one foot out
When I am hesitant or unsure about making a decision or commitment,
You are patiently forgiving
You always forgive me and give me a fresh start, without any judgement or condemnation,
I am constantly amazed
I am in awe of Your boundless love, grace, and mercy,
So I kneel before You, oh, God of grace
Therefore, I humbly bow down before You, acknowledging that You are the source of all grace and goodness,
I find Your mercies are new, Lord
I discover that Your compassion and forgiveness are always fresh and available,
I feel Your joy rising with the morning
I sense Your delight and pleasure increasing with each new day,
You know what tomorrow brings
You are aware of what the future holds and have a plan and purpose for my life,
And You're Lord of everything
You have ultimate sovereignty and authority over all things,
So I trust You with every single day
Therefore, I place my faith and confidence in You for each and every day,
Now I am strong in hope and grace
Now I am empowered by a confident expectation and unmerited favour,
And there's no battle I won't fight
And there's no challenge or obstacle I won't take on or overcome,
I am rich in my assurance
I am abundantly confident and certain of Your love and plan for me,
And I am walking in the light
And I am living a life that reflects Your truth, goodness, and beauty,
I trust You
I have complete faith and trust in You,
I love You
I have deep affection and adoration for You,
I'll serve You
I am committed to obedience and service to You,
Contributed by Colin Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.