He has also been privileged to serve with such church leaders as Jack Hayford, Bill Hybels and Rick Warren. He has recorded worship projects for Maranatha! Music, Integrity Music, and Get Down Ministries.
He has written over 100 songs that are currently being tracked by C.C.L.I. and are being sung in churches around the world, including He Knows My Name, Only A God Like You, That's Why We Praise Him, Lord I Believe In You, Mourning Into Dancing, Break Through, and This is What Christmas Means to Me.
For the last decade Tommy has traveled internationally holding worship concerts and mercy ministry outreaches in places where people are in great need. He has led his worship team to the Philippines, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Guatemala, Zambia and Brazil.
Tommy has been married to his wife, Robin, for seventeen years. They have four children, Jake, Levi, Emmie and Eileen. To be found faithful to His God, his family and his local church will always be his greatest achievement.
His web site address is: http://www.tommywalker.net/
Don't Forget His Benefits
Tommy Walker Lyrics
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O my soul (O my soul)
From deep in my heart (From deep in my heart)
Praise His name (Praise ye the Lord)
Praise ye the Lord (Praise ye the Lord)
O my soul (O my soul)
Don't ever forget (Don't ever forget)
His benefits (His benefits)
And crowns me with His love
He brings healing and wholeness
And life that never ends
Don't forget His benefits
Praise ye the Lord (Praise ye the Lord)
O my soul (O my soul)
From deep in my heart (From deep in my heart)
Praise His name (Praise ye the Lord)
Praise ye the Lord (Praise ye the Lord)
O my soul (O my soul)
Don't ever forget (Don't ever forget)
His benefits (His benefits)
He's forgiven me all of my sins
And crowns me with His love
He brings healing and wholeness
And life that never ends
Don't forget His benefits
Bridge
Praise ye the Lord
For His benefits
Always remember
His promises
Praise ye the Lord
For His benefits
Always remember
His faithfulness
Praise ye the Lord
For His benefits
Always remember
His graciousness
He's forgiven me all of my sins
And crowns me with His love
He brings healing and wholeness
And life that never ends
Don't forget His benefits
He's forgiven me all of my sins
And crowns me with His love
He brings healing and wholeness
And life that never ends
Don't forget His benefits
Tommy Walker's song "Don't Forget His Benefits" is a call to praise the Lord and not forget all the blessings He has bestowed upon us. The lyrics start with "Praise ye the Lord" which is a direct reference to Psalm 146:1, which says, "Praise the Lord, O my soul!" The repetition of the phrase "Praise ye the Lord" emphasizes the importance of praising God.
The song goes on to list some of the specific benefits that God has given us, such as forgiveness of our sins, His love that crowns us, healing and wholeness, and eternal life. As believers, it is important to remember these benefits and to give thanks to God for them. The bridge of the song emphasizes this point, reminding us to always remember God's promises, His faithfulness, and His graciousness.
Overall, "Don't Forget His Benefits" is a powerful reminder to focus on God's goodness and to give Him the praise and thanks that He deserves. The song encourages us to remember all that He has done for us and to never take His blessings for granted.
Line by Line Meaning
Praise ye the Lord
Give thanks and honor to God
(Praise ye the Lord)
Repeated reminder to give thanks and honor to God
O my soul
Addressing one's own soul, to express gratitude to God
From deep in my heart
Expressing sincere gratitude that comes from the innermost being
Praise His name
Give honor to God's name
Don't ever forget
Strong advice to always remember
His benefits
Acknowledgment of God's blessings and goodness
He's forgiven me all of my sins
Recognizing God's grace and mercy in forgiving sins
And crowns me with His love
Describing God's love as a symbol of honor and protection
He brings healing and wholeness
Recognizing God's power to heal and make whole
And life that never ends
Acknowledging eternal life through faith in God
Bridge
Musical transition to emphasize the importance of remembering God's promises, faithfulness, and graciousness
Always remember
Encouragement to keep God's goodness in mind
His promises
Acknowledgment of God's commitments to his people
His faithfulness
Recognizing God's consistency in keeping his word
His graciousness
Acknowledgment of God's generosity and kindness
He's forgiven me all of my sins
Recognizing God's grace and mercy in forgiving sins
And crowns me with His love
Describing God's love as a symbol of honor and protection
He brings healing and wholeness
Recognizing God's power to heal and make whole
And life that never ends
Acknowledging eternal life through faith in God
Don't forget His benefits
Strong reminder to always remember God's blessings and goodness
Contributed by Daniel F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.