Career
Green was born in Portland, Oregon to missionary parents, Charles and Jo Green. He is one of six siblings who spent much of his early life in Argentina. He studied Music at Grand Canyon University, graduating in 1976. He originally broke into Christian music with the Mobile, Alabama based youth worship group Truth. He also sang backup vocals and played bass with Sandi Patti, White Heart and the Gaither Vocal Band. In 1982, he joined the Christian rock band White Heart as a vocalist. But a difference in ministry vision accompanied by a confrontation with his brother, Randy, led to a spiritual renewal in Steve's life in 1983. He signed a solo contract with Sparrow Records, and his self-titled debut album appeared in 1984. In the same year, he established Steve Green Ministries.
His break out year came in 1985 with the release of He Holds The Keys. The album garnered Green a nomination and win as Male Vocalist of the Year in the Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) category. The following year, 1986, saw the release of two recordings, "For God And God Alone," and a high church style worship album entitled "A Mighty Fortress." The following year saw the release of his first Christmas recording, "Joy To The World." In early 1988, he released an album dedicated to his parents called "Find Us Faithful." As the 1980s came to an end, many of Green's songs became recognized standards including "People Need The Lord" and "Broken And Spilled Out." He was often considered the male version of Sandi Patti, using many of the same songwriters and styles as well as the traditional ending the song on a (literal) high note. Green also contributed background vocals to Patti's 1986 hit, "Let There Be Praise."
Green was one of the first artists to be involved with Promise Keepers, performing at their inaugural event at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado in July 1993 before 50,000 men. His song "Answer The Call" was inspired by the event and another song, "O Men of God Arise," embodies the Promise Keeper mentality.
Green recorded "The Mission" in 1989 and continued his success with "We Believe" in 1991. As the early 1990s direction of Christian music changed to a more rock oriented format, Green returned to traditional roots by releasing an album of hymns in 1992. Yet Green switched styles in 1994 on his "Where Mercy Begins" album. He also received the first of two career boosts due to outside events.
On September 9, 1994, a US Air jet crashed in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, killing all aboard. One passenger was an up and coming Christian singer named Kirk Lynn. Lynn has just recorded Green's song "As We Sail To Heaven's Shore" from the 1988 "Find Us Faithful" album. Only a rough cut played at the memorial service for the passengers, grieving family members were told where to find the original song by Green, which boosted album sales for the older recording.
Green's style change continued on his 1996 recording, "The Letter." He was also instrumental in attempting to set up an accountability group for Christian artists following the adultery scandals of Michael English, Marabeth Jordan, and Sandi Patty as well as the Mike Warnke debacle. He was helped in this endeavor by Steve Camp, Wes King, and Michael W. Smith. That year also saw the release of his second Christmas album, "The First Noel."
Green changed focus again in 1998 by declaring he would only record songs that honor the Lord - songs that he could be satisfied with should it be his last recording. That year saw the release of "The Faithful" and 2000 saw the release of a devotional song album entitled "Morning Light." Two years later Green released "Woven In Time" and again found himself receiving a career boost.
Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster
Green was a personal friend of Space Shuttle Columbia commander Rick Husband, who was killed along with six others in the February 2003 disintegration during reentry. Green was interviewed by CNN and his song "God Of Wonders" got a boost from the unexpected publicity. He released another album in 2005.
Green's sister is married to Dr. Mark Bailey, president of the evangelical Dallas Theological Seminary, and he helped the seminary celebrate its eightieth anniversary in April 2004. He has also written a thirty day devotional titled, "The Power of the Cross" and has recorded numerous children's videos and songs.
His bilingual abilities have seen the release of two Spanish CDs in the United States.
He is married to Marijean Green, who has testified to her own struggle with bulimia and they have two children, Summer (b. 1984) and Josiah (b. 1986).
Green has expanded his musical ministry to include videos and James Dobson's Focus on the Family.
Holding Hands
Steve Green Lyrics
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And one night, by candlelight, we made a vow to never part
And then it seemed just like a dream
When wide eyed, side by side
We faced the future holding hands
Years fly, they hurry by, the simple times are gone
Bills due, a kid or two, a week can feel eight days long
And then we trace God's daily grace
Thankful we're still holding hands
There's a hope that won't let go
There's a truth we know
God is holding us in His arms
Thoughts stray far away to all that lies ahead
In frail days when strength fades
Will we still mean all that we said?
Our love's secure, so rest assured
Come what may 'til that day
We'll walk forever holding hands
By God's grace 'til that day
We'll walk forever holding hands
Steve Green's song "Holding Hands" is a beautiful celebration of the love that stands the test of time. The song opens with the artist reminiscing about the day when his partner won his heart, and they made the vow to never part. The chorus emphasizes their strong bond as they face the future together holding hands. As time flies by, life becomes more complicated, but their love remains steadfast. In the fading light, they kiss each other goodnight, and they remain grateful for God's daily grace. They hold on to the hope and truth that they believe, which is that God is holding them in His arms.
The second verse acknowledges the fact that life can be a struggle, and the future is uncertain. Despite these challenges, their love is secure, and they will continue to walk forever holding hands. The final verse reaffirms the fact that they will always stand together, and they will keep walking by God's grace.
Overall, the song celebrates the beautiful promise of love and devotion that remains unbroken even as time marches on. It reminds us that true love endures, even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
One day, far away, you gently won my heart
You and I met from afar, and you won over my affection without force
And one night, by candlelight, we made a vow to never part
During a romantic moment, we promised each other that we would never separate
And then it seemed just like a dream
Everything was surreal, as if it were make-believe
When wide-eyed, side by side, we faced the future holding hands
With eager anticipation, we shared in the excitement of what lay ahead, holding each other's hand for support
Years fly, they hurry by, the simple times are gone
As we grew older, time has passed by quickly and moments of simplicity are no more
Bills due, a kid or two, a week can feel eight days long
Amidst the responsibilities of finances and raising children, sometimes a week feels never-ending
By fading light, let's kiss goodnight
With the day coming to a close, let us share a moment of intimacy by kissing each other goodnight
And then we trace God's daily grace, thankful we're still holding hands
Acknowledging the blessings in our life, we express gratitude for still being together, holding each other's hand
There's a hope that won't let go
We have an unwavering faith and optimism that we cling to
There's a truth we know
There are certain beliefs that we know to be true
God is holding us in His arms
We have faith that we are being protected and guided by a higher power
Thoughts stray far away to all that lies ahead
Our mind wanders to what the future holds in store for us
In frail days when strength fades, will we still mean all that we said?
During times of weakness or illness, will our love and commitment still hold true?
Our love's secure, so rest assured
Our love is steadfast and dependable, so there is no need to worry
Come what may 'til that day, we'll walk forever holding hands
Whatever happens in life, until we depart from this world, we will remain together, holding each other's hand
By God's grace 'til that day, we'll walk forever holding hands
Through the help of a higher power, we will continue to walk through life together, holding each other's hand until our final day
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: GRANT CUNNINGHAM, MATT HUESMANN, STEVE GREEN
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Shekinah Prangan
One day, far away, you gently won my heart
And one night, by candlelight, we made a vow to never part
And then it seemed just like a dream
When wide eyed, side by side
We faced the future holding hands
Years fly, they hurry by, the simple times are gone
Bills due, a kid or two, a week can feel eight days long
By fading light, let's kiss goodnight
And then we trace God's daily grace
Thankful we're still holding hands
There's a hope that won't let go
There's a truth we know
God is holding us
In His arms
Thoughts stray far away to all that lies ahead
In frail days when strength fades
Will we still mean all that we said?
Our love's secure, so rest assured
Come what may 'til that day
We'll walk forever holding hands
By God's grace 'til that day
We'll walk forever holding hands
rowela bultron
Finally I found the song that I really loved since I was 11 yrs old
Im having a hard time remembering the title of the song and I am so much delighted to finally able to listen it after 6 yrs of finding it.
I really love this song💚
Magalli Arcia
Hermosa canción 😍 Dios nos dirija y bendiciones hno Steve Green. Gracias por deleitarnos con sus hermosas canciones y continúe siendo un hombre de Dios.
anhyeuvietnam
I remember first listening to this song years ago, I was single then and not a Christian. Nevertheless I kept hoping to find a loving wife. After some time I forgot about this song. Recently, just this past week I kept thinking about this song. Since I couldn't recalled the title, I searched Steve hand love and the song was the first result. Listening to this song, I smiled because I am now a married man and a christian. Elohim is truly wonderful!
immistyblue100
i have always loved Steve's music, & this one is just so beautiful. a picture of true love bound to last no matter what, love & relationship anchored in faith & in God's grace and guidance.
Marjorie Maguad
I listened this song 10 years ago, I was single at that time. I kept on praying to the Lord that he will give me a Christian lifetime partner. With all by His grace, he gave me not just a Christian but a Pastor that will lead our home more closer to the Lord. I am so blessed of having my husband now
Shekinah Prangan
One day, far away, you gently won my heart
And one night, by candlelight, we made a vow to never part
And then it seemed just like a dream
When wide eyed, side by side
We faced the future holding hands
Years fly, they hurry by, the simple times are gone
Bills due, a kid or two, a week can feel eight days long
By fading light, let's kiss goodnight
And then we trace God's daily grace
Thankful we're still holding hands
There's a hope that won't let go
There's a truth we know
God is holding us
In His arms
Thoughts stray far away to all that lies ahead
In frail days when strength fades
Will we still mean all that we said?
Our love's secure, so rest assured
Come what may 'til that day
We'll walk forever holding hands
By God's grace 'til that day
We'll walk forever holding hands
Jason Denison
AWESOME!!! WOW, what a great talent!! I would love to use this in a church service
Art Royo
Thank you for uploading this..very nice...Blessings !!! I like Steve Green and his songs !!! God bless !!!
Richard
Holding someone’s hands is like giving a promise that the two of you will never have to face the world alone… Beautiful song and video 💝
Pink Lemonade
This music was played as I walked down the isle for my wedding on harp <3