The Seven Places guys are from southern Oregon and have a long family history in the Calvary Chapel environment. Tyler Jones, guitarist for Seven Places comments, ”The Calvary Chapel system was initially created for hippies on the beach in southern California to hear the gospel. They were kids that were a little out of the box from the mainstream church at the time, but the worship was amazing and it spoke to them. They were getting saved right where they were, in their environment. We’ve just carried that original philosophy into our band. We want to impact kids right where they are.” Indeed they have. Seth and Tyler, together with Seth’s little brother Jeffrey on drums, and Donnie Vizzini on bass began playing for their youth group at a weekly worship event. That number went from 100 to 1,000 kids and stayed that way for two years. Shortly thereafter, Seven Places signed a record deal with BEC Recordings and hit the studio with producer Aaron Sprinkle (Kutless, Jeremy Camp) to record their debut release, Lonely For The Last Time. Clearly, Sprinkle’s indie-rock meets power pop sensibilities gelled well with Seven Places’ pre-existing sound on the disc’s eleven choice cuts, which are loaded with electric urgency, towering crescendos, and a hint of the alternative underground, designated to please listeners of various genre interests. Tyler sums up the band’s approach to writing by saying, “I strive for honesty, and I realize a lot of other songwriters do the same thing, but sometimes they don’t point to anything eternal in the end. It’s fine to share your feelings in really emotional and expressive manners, but in the end thoughts have to be brought back to the Lord.”
Specifically, songs like “Stay the Same” (an ode to self-esteem); “Thinking It Over” (about making difficult life choices) and “Yours” (revolving worshipful adoration) echo such sentiments, as does the anthemic title cut about finding identity in Christ. The punchy radio ready rocker “Like It Never Happened” is a plea for listeners to forget their sinful past, while “Western Wall” was inspired by Seth’s recent trip to Israel. “I gained a new love and appreciation for all of the history of Israel and the Jewish people,” he explains. “But I also saw the community weakened and really struggling by depressing economic times. I wrote ‘Western Wall’ in response to that situation as an encouragement to those feeling dry in their walk with the Lord.”
Beyond any hit single, a spot on any coveted tour, or the quest for longevity, Seven Places’ members would rather focus on the ministering elements of such songs. Unlike some bands with Christian members who get their start on the spiritual scene in hopes of crossing over to the mainstream, Seven Places’ specifically strives to edify the body of Christ and revive hurting listeners’ faith. “We’re about presenting a faith that is real and relevant to young people that have grown up in the church and we’re hear to remind them that this isn’t just their parents’ God,” Seth concludes. “It’s about getting a message of hope to those that have been burnt out in their walk and getting them back on track.”
Thinking It Over
Seven Places Lyrics
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Getting closer to this God I serve.
Because He came over and God became a man,
Coming in colors, in black and white and red.
I've been thinking it over and over.
Barely breathing, seeing, believing God in love come from above.
And I've been thinking it over.
Hallelujah, and save him with His hand.
I've been thinking it over.
Barely breathing, seeing, believing God in love come from above.
And I've been thinking it over.
So could I come over and bow before Your feet,
Sit and wonder how I have been received?
I've been thinking it over.
The song "When it's Over" by Seven Places seems to be a reflection of a personal journey towards a deeper understanding and relationship with God. The opening line, "I've been thinking it over, taking the time to find the words," suggests a deliberate effort to reflect on one's thoughts and feelings about spirituality. The following lines express a sense of awe and wonder at the idea of God becoming human, and the significance of this act in terms of redemption and salvation. The line "Coming in colors, in black and white and red" could be interpreted as a reference to Jesus' death on the cross, which is often depicted in these colors in art and symbolism.
The repetition of the phrase "Barely breathing, seeing, believing God in love come from above" suggests a sense of being overwhelmed or overcome by the experience of encountering God's love. The lines "Hallelujah, that God would make a man. Hallelujah, and save him with His hand" express gratitude and praise for the opportunity to be saved through faith in God.
The final lines of the song, "So could I come over and bow before Your feet, Sit and wonder how I have been received? I've been thinking it over," suggest a desire to continue to reflect on one's relationship with God and to seek a deeper understanding of His love and mercy.
Overall, "When it's Over" appears to be a deeply reflective and personal expression of faith, exploring the themes of redemption, gratitude, and a desire for a closer relationship with God.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been thinking it over, taking the time to find the words.
I have been pondering and reflecting deeply to articulate my thoughts and feelings.
Getting closer to this God I serve.
Growing in my relationship with the God that I worship.
Because He came over and God became a man,
God manifested in the flesh by coming to earth as a human being.
Coming in colors, in black and white and red.
Representing diverse human experiences by using the symbolism of various colors.
Barely breathing, seeing, believing God in love come from above.
Moved and inspired by the manifestation of God's love in my life.
Hallelujah, that God would make a man.
Expressing gratitude for God's decision to create humans.
Hallelujah, and save him with His hand.
Expressing gratitude for God's intervention in human lives to offer salvation and guidance.
So could I come over and bow before Your feet,
Expressing humility and a desire to worship God.
Sit and wonder how I have been received?
Reflecting on the state of my relationship with God and how I am perceived by Him.
I've been thinking it over.
Continuously pondering and reflecting on my faith and relationship with God.
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