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What is it to be said of a child who has been pronounced dead twice in his life before entering kindergarten? Is it fate or favor that the child is still here? Or, is it the power of a praying mother calling on the name of Jesus so fervently that it defies all of the odds?
Picture this…
When Travis Greene entered into this world still-born he was declared dead. His mama – Minister Charleather Greene – called on the name of the Lord and He answered and brought her baby boy back to life. At the age of four Travis fell out of the window of the family’s fourth floor apartment in Germany. Someone advised his mom that her toddler was dead and by the time she got outside a white sheet was pulled over his face. As she picked up the lifeless body of her child she called on Jesus over-and-over until he came back to life. This transpired in the natural but in the supernatural is an occurrence that has forever made an indelible imprint in the life of Travis Greene. As he fell from the window a giant hand accompanied by a very bright light caught him. The voice asked, “Do you want to go with your Mom or do you want to come home with me?” Four-year-old Travis answered, “I want my Mom.” The voice said, “OK, go home to your mom, but the next time, you’re coming home with me.” Inquisitively Travis asked, “Sir, what is your name?” The voice answered, “My name is Jesus.”
Shortly after this life-altering experience in 1989 Travis’ father suddenly died of an aneurysm and he became very passionate about music. “It was God’s way of giving me an escape from tragedy and crisis. I turned to the keyboard instead of to drugs and the streets. Any instrument I put my hands on I was able to play,” explained Travis. Having a mother who is a dynamic minister whom he spent time traveling with as she preached is where he honed his musicianship with several instruments. It was in college that a pastor heard Travis sing and he was instantly named worship leader. Suddenly Travis had to learn the new territory.
Through his newly appointed assignment he was able to be an instrument in breaking the strongholds that were rampant at Georgia Southern University. A much needed revival broke out on their campus and at that church with Travis leading worship. “I saw first hand in the clubs and at the campus parties what sin can do to you when you are blinded by it. The sexual activities (heterosexual and homosexual), alcohol, and drugs were some of the strongholds on the campus. Because of all of the rampant negativity, I would walk around the campus and just love on the kids and send out 300 text messages to come to church service on Sunday mornings.”
As a result of his diligence to God, Travis has seen hundreds saved on the campus of Georgia Southern University. This defined what Travis’ then young ministry was all about and God birthing him into his destiny. But if he had to pick exactly where his ministry began it was with his mother’s prison ministry in Georgia where four hundred plus women were packed in a gymnasium radically coming to the Lord. “This is where I sung the music I wrote for the first time, and where I preached for the first time at eighteen.”
Travis was not without challenges simply because he was ministering and spreading gospel across the campus. The truth is that around age twenty when he pledged a fraternity he began to compromise his personal values with intense clubbing. “During that time I experienced girls throwing themselves at me and my frat brothers even more so than professional athletes. For a period of three months I made a series of mistakes. This experience was necessary for me because I was raised in a church where everything was a sin.” The time Travis spent off of the highway of holiness opened his eyes to real pressures of the everyday lives of those who do not know God for themselves. “I thought I had pressures, but you don’t know anything about pressure until you are out there in it. Sin is addicting. It was difficult for me to get back on track. I had to get on my face in prayer and learn the character of Jesus beyond those Sunday School lessons. I had to learn how to call on Jesus for real help.” Travis defines this experience as his pivotal moment in taking his ministry from imitating the greats – his mother, TD Jakes and others – to be able to put his own swagger on the message placed in his heart by the Lord.
This young man who spent most of his childhood in Columbus, Georgia and in Germany with his military mom and sisters Kim and Shalonda, feels that music is the universal language of this generation. Travis is filled with the expectation that his message will proclaim hope to the desperate and lead them to Christ through passionate worship. Travis wants his music to be received by those who know nothing about church and nothing about the Bible. “I have been raised to be the voice that goes into the dark and desolate places to expose the life of Christ. I am not satisfied with doing the minimum when I encounter God, because when you are truly in His presence…something changes.”
The Pendulum Records CD is titled Stretching Out. The first single aptly titled “Still Here” boldly declares “…the devil lost another one.” Travis feels that being on Pendulum is a “divine connection”. Ruben Rodriguez CEO/Founder of Pendulum Records says, “Travis inspires and brings all nationalities together. He is part of a judgment free movement expressing the love of God.”
The sign of the times are pointing toward radio being ready to receive the likes of a Travis Greene. Listeners are ready to hear a new sound and programmers seem to agree.
“In 2009 when Pendulum released Regina Belle’s “God Is Good” and Greg O’Quinn’s “Lead Me Jesus”, Pendulum Records was able to shift the sound of what Gospel and Christian Radio was playing, because for several years the change had been more “secular” or non-traditional music and now with Pendulum’s release of Travis Greene the focus is back to great music,” said Mike Chandler, Program Director, WFMI-Virginia Beach.
Through all of the hundreds saved, ministering weekly, a major recording deal, and the embrace at radio, Travis stays grounded by maintaining accountability by his spiritual covering - Pastor David Chadwick & Dr. Jerry Grillo. Travis is also accountable to those he mentors and travels with because it gives him a reason to step-up to the challenges he dishes out. The mission of Travis is not political but is considered his personal responsibility and that is to expose this generation to the glory of God. The foundational scripture on which he stands is Romans 8:28:
…all things work together for good to those who love God,
to those who are the called according to His purpose…
Once his music is heard and received, millions will be thankful Travis Greene is indeed “Still Here”.
Oil & Water
Travis Greene Lyrics
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Water from the well
Out of Your heart
It won't stop
It's a never-ending love
I was empty In need of grace
I was searching In every wrong place
Crying for help
Out of nowhere
You came running
Now I'm running out to tell
Like oil from the jar
Water from the well
Out of Your heart
It won't stop
It's a never-ending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
Joy, grace, flowing
You left heaven
To walk beside men
Faced temptation
Still You knew no sin
Tried and crucified
You took the nails and died
Out of the tomb
You came running
Now I'm running out to tell
Like oil from the jar
Water from the well
Out of Your heart
It won't stop
It's a never-ending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
Joy, grace, flowing
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
I remember
When I needed help
Out of nowhere
You came running
Now I'm running out to tell
Like oil from the jar
Water from the well
Out of Your heart
It won't stop
It's a never-ending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
The lyrics to Travis Greene's song "Oil & Water" convey a powerful message about the never-ending love and grace of God. The imagery of oil and water symbolize the abundant and continuous outpouring of love from God's heart. Just as oil from a jar and water from a well never cease to flow, God's love is limitless and unending.
The first verse shows the personal experience of the singer, who was once empty and in need of grace, searching for love in all the wrong places. But out of nowhere, God came running to him, filling his emptiness and giving him a reason to share this incredible love with others. The second verse reflects on the sacrifice Jesus made by leaving heaven, facing temptations, and ultimately dying on the cross. Through his resurrection, Jesus conquered death and provided a way for all to experience God's unending love.
The repetitive chorus emphasizes the constant flow of God's love, joy, and grace. As the lyrics state, God keeps pouring out like oil, anointing and blessing His people, while flowing out like water, quenching our spiritual thirst and bringing refreshing to our souls. The singer remembers the time when he desperately needed help, and God came running again, prompting him to go and share this never-ending love with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Like oil from the jar
You continually give love, grace, and joy abundantly, just like oil flowing from a jar.
Water from the well
Your love and grace are always available and never run dry, just like water from a well.
Out of Your heart
You show genuine and heartfelt love, pouring it out endlessly.
It won't stop
Your love is constant and never-ending, it never ceases to flow.
It's a never-ending love
Your love is infinite and everlasting, unfading and always present.
I was empty In need of grace
I was lacking fulfillment and in desperate need of your unmerited favor.
I was searching In every wrong place
I was trying to find fulfillment in all the wrong things and places.
Desperate for love
I was in desperate need of love and acceptance.
Crying for help
I was emotionally and spiritually broken, desperately crying out for assistance.
Out of nowhere
You came running
Without any expectation, you came swiftly to my aid, lovingly responding to my cries.
Now I'm running out to tell
Because of your overwhelming love and grace, I can't help but eagerly share the good news of your faithfulness.
You left heaven
To walk beside men
You willingly left the glory of heaven to be present with humanity and experience life alongside us.
Faced temptation
Still You knew no sin
Although you encountered various temptations, you remained sinless and blameless.
Tried and crucified
You took the nails and died
You endured trials and the painful crucifixion, willingly sacrificing yourself by accepting the nails and dying on the cross.
Out of the tomb
You came running
Even after death, you triumphantly rose from the tomb, bursting forth with life.
You keep pouring out like oil
You continue to abundantly pour out your love and grace like an overflowing jar of oil.
You keep flowing out like water
Your love and grace keep flowing without ceasing, like an unending source of water.
I remember
When I needed help
I recall a time when I was in dire need of assistance and support.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., EMPIRE PUBLISHING
Written by: Travis Greene, Anthony Hamilton
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"Oil & Water" lyrics
Travis Greene Lyrics
"Oil & Water"
(feat. Anthony Hamilton)
Like oil from the jar
Water from the well
Out of Your heart
It won’t stop
It’s a never-ending love
I was empty In need of grace
I was searching In every wrong place
Desperate for love
Crying for help
Out of nowhere
You came running
Now I’m running out to tell
Like oil from the jar
Water from the well
Out of Your heart
It won’t stop
It’s a never-ending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
Joy, grace, flowing
You left heaven
To walk beside men
Faced temptation
Still You knew no sin
Tried and crucified
You took the nails and died
Out the tomb
You came running
Now I’m running out to tell
Like oil from the jar
Water from the well
Out of Your heart
It won’t stop
It’s a never-ending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
Joy, grace, flowing
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
I remember
When I needed help
Out of nowhere
You came running
Now I’m running out to tell
Like oil from the jar
Water from the well
Out of Your heart
It won’t stop
It’s a never-ending love
Joy, grace, flowing
Unending love
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
You keep pouring out like oil
You keep flowing out like water
Sphiwe Calvin Thwala
Like oil from the Jar!.. Water from the well. Out of your heart, it won't stop.. Its unending love!! 🙌💯🇿🇦
Tonya Reed
Yes. LOVE these guys. Using their talents and creativity, they are constantly pushing new boundaries of what it means to be a Gospel music artist. ❤️
Manini Kandume
@Mafa Motlatsi Present 😂 🇿🇦
Sithembiso Buthelezi
@Mafa Motlatsi present sir !
Nthabiseng Mothijoa
@Mafa Motlatsi heck yeah 🇿🇦
Nthabiseng Mothijoa
Powerhouse 🙏🏾
Poetic Empress
I am shocked out of my wits at this collab. So glad Anthony Hamilton singing for God
Whitney Tobar
It’s too good! Obsessed
Keyshia A
@Poetic Empress....Anthony Hamilton has been singing Gospel and has acknowledged GOD while even in Concert...
Listen to Don't pass me over
indonie berrie
Anthony Hamilton?? Clearly you not his fan, he sings the gospel sometimes ❤️❤️