All Songs Written by Scott
Wenzel and Rex Carroll
WhiteCross
LYRICS FROM WHITECROSS WHITECROSS 1987
Enough Is Enough
By Whitecross
One foot in and one foot out
I'm up for grabs, my future's in doubt
No more runnin' 'round and playin' this game
It's time for me to make a stand for Your name
Enough nuff, enough is enough
No more white lies
It's time to get tough
Enough nuff, enough is enough
No more foolin' with compromise, no no no
Russian roulette, a loaded gun
Shot in the dark, the damage is done
I take my chances, hope my aim is true
I know inside what I'm missin' is You
I can't pretend to walk in the light
While all the while I live for the night
And like a bullet between the eyes
It's time for me to realize
I feel the heat inside, a burnin' fireball
It's time to choose a road 'cause I'm headin' for a fall
I will heed the Master
No more livin' with my back against the wall
And that's ALL!
YOU'RE MINE
Written by Scott Wenzel and Rex Carroll
The Lord is my strength and my shield
I've learned I need to trust in him
When things just don't go right
And I think I've lost the fight
I remember the Lord is on high
CHORUS
When I'm feeling down with darkness
all around
Jesus says to me. Jesus says to me
Remember just one thing, you're mine
Rest in the Lord, bring all your cares
to him
For oh, how he cares for you
And he will give you joy
And peace you never knew
And right now he is waiting for you
CHORUS
When you're feeling down with
darkness all around
Jesus says to you. Jesus says to you
Let my love on through cause you're
mine
When you have a need, remember our
creator
Our father is still on the throne
He said He'd always love us
And that he would come back for us
And take us to our heavenly home
CHORUS
When we're feeling down with
darkness all around
Jesus says to you, and Jesus says to
me
Remember just one thing... You're
Mine!
LYRICS FROM WHITECROSS HAMMER AND NAIL 1988
When The Walls Tumble Down
By Whitecross
You can feel the cold of a heart locked up in ice
Addicted to wine and women
Seems there's no escape from the vise
But still a higher power comes down
Like a chisel on cold steel
It's the love of God knockin' on the door
With a love that's oh so real
When the walls tumble down
There's no stoppin' the love from comin' in
When the walls tumble down
The new life will begin
Now you have a chance to lay it on the line
They're all playin' their cards
But they're runnin' out of time
Still the love of God keeps knockin'
Lick the hammer hits the nail
And the light through you can reach the world
If you let His love prevail
Because Of Jesus
By Whitecross
Because of Jesus, I have peace of mind
Because of Jesus, I'm no longer blind
Because of Jesus, old things have passed away
Because of Jesus, you can start again today
Still I don't understand His love, the love He has for me
I just know one simple fact, He died to set me free
When I see that I have fallen, I just go to Him
Because Jesus is the only one who can take away my sin
Because of Jesus, I have peace of mind
Because of Jesus, I'm no longer blind
Because of Jesus, old things have passed away
Because of Jesus, you can start again today
There were times I thought that He had left me on my own
I have learned how much He loves me and now, now I know
That I am like a jewel to Him and He watches over me
And He is so concerned about me that He will never leave
Because of Jesus, my old life is gone
Because of Jesus, instead of bein' weak, I'm strong
Because of Jesus, all things have been made new
Because of Jesus, I have come to know the Truth
LYRICS FROM WHITECROSS
TRIUMPHANT RETURN 1989
Attention Please
By Whitecross
Hey all you people, stand up and join me,
Gimme a listen, I've got something for you.
We have a reason to get excited.
His name is Jesus, He knows all about you.
It's time to wake up, shake up!
He's calling out, your attention please.
He wants it now, your attention please, please!
Your head is spinnin', so many questions.
Wonder what's missin', could it be true?
There is an answer and if you seek Him,
You will find Him.
He will make all things new!
It's time to learn the right way,
The straight way!
Do you hear him callin' you?
It's time to make your move!
You're always thinkin' nobody loves you.
You're left alone and there's no one to call.
Can't find a reason to keep on livin'.
Your hands are tied up,
You're nailed to the wall.
Stop
light
By Carroll / Schmutzer
Alive at five, it's the end of the day.
Punch the card, now it's time to pay.
A flip of the coin, you cast the dice'
Looking good now, but the end ain't nice.
Hear the shouting but you're deaf to all.
You don't listen and you don't need the call.
Feelin' high and feeling' tall.
It's so easy to fall, look out forth.
Stop light - a warning in the night.
Listen to the spirit, it'll stop your flight.
Red light-will show you who's right.
You'll see who right-that's right.
slip of the lip, back to the wall.
Best laid plans gettin' ready to fall.
Easy come, easier go,
But the voice of God wants you to know.
Braking down, disaster around.
Mud on your collar, got your face in the ground.
When your mind is blown, you can't hear a sound.
You're going down, look out for the...
Stop light - a warning in the night.
Listen to the spirit, it'll stop your flight.
Red light-will show you who's right.
Time to surrender and stop your fight.
It'll take from wrong to right.
from black to white.
slip of the lip, back to the wall.
Best laid plans gettin' ready to fall.
Easy come, easier go,
But the voice of God wants you to know.
He's talking' to you inside.
He's telling you , you don't have to hide.
You can be on a brand new side.
Don't you know that the devil lied, yeah the...
Stop light - a warning in the night.
Give it a listen, it'll stop your flight.
Red light-will show you who's right.
the devil's wrong , the Holy Spirit is right.
Sin is the disease.
The cure's gonna bring you to your knees.
Stop light
It will never hold you back.
It'll always keep you on track.
Straight Thru The Heart
By Whitecross
Sometimes you're up, sometimes you're down.
Sometimes you feel like your world is spinnin'
Round and round.
Just one thing that you're looking for.
Hungry for some love,
Tired of playin' the killin' floor,
The answer lies above.
Want someone to hold you, touch you inside.
Love that never turns away, doesn't run and hide.
Straight through the heart,
Like an arrow shot from heaven.
God's love doesn't miss.
Straight through the heart,
It'll hit you where you live.
Sometimes you're hot, feel like wild fire.
And your heart is walkin' on a high wire.
Feel it crash and burn.
Hang your head in misery.
I'll tell you waht I've learned.
Need someone to hold you, touch you inside.
God's love never turns away,
Doesn't run and hide.
Now I know that you've been burned before.
You feel that love is unkind,
But now's the time to give Him a chance.
An arrow of love is what you'll find.
Down
By Whitecross
The train is in the station now,
It's reached the end of the line.
Two times a loser, you never could refuse her,
The lie exposed and the old life,
You've left it all behind.
You're going down, down, down.
She's a master of disguise,
You're going down, down, down.
When you first started, it all seemed like a joke,
But then that's always how you've been.
Now I hardly know you,
The lady she does own you.
And now you're finding out,
You're finding out, the joke's on you, my friend.
You're going down, down, down.
Don't you realize,
You're going down, down, down.
What would you do to get another hit
And snort the powder once again.
Before you burn out, and fade away,
Cry out to Jesus,
Only the Lord can take your sin away.
Behold
By Whitecross
So many choices for a man to make,
So many ways that he can go,
But all the kingdoms in a thousand worlds,
Could not replace the Pease I know.
The things of earth can never satisfy
The hunger deep in me.
Behold the Lamb of God,
Reaching out His nail-scarred hand.
He wants to lift you up,
Give you strength so you can stand.
It's only natural for a man to dream,
To reach for stars above himself.
My life was cluttered with shattered dreams,
Before I learned to seek your will.
You are the rain that falls on thirsty ground
And the light that opens windows in my soul.
Shakedown
By Whitecross
Not everyone who calls Him Lord
Is gonna walk down those streets of gold.
Many will say, Look at what I did.
He'll say, You were neither hot nor cold.
A tree that bears bad fruit will burn,
I want you to be without blame.
Your foundation better be on the rock,
We'll see who's playing games, gonna be a
Shakedown, I want to know where you stand.
Shakedown, Will you look to me and take my hand?
Shakedown, I want to know where you stand.
Shakedown.
Where your treasure is there your heart will be,
Can't trust your wealth or your color TV.
Can't serve God and money too,
Can't get to heaven by what you do.
He said I am the Way to God,
You'll have to go through me.
If you're not with me, then you're against me,
One day soon we'll see.
Simple Man
By Whitecross
Another day, another dollar in my hand.
Working hard to make it, I give it all I can.
I got a lot of dreams, and a long way to go,
But I know that God provides, if I pray and let him know
'Cause I'm a simple man, and I love the Lord.
I know that He'll provide my needs.
Yes I'm a simple man, and I love the Lord.
His love is everything to me.
There's a house on the corner, with a light I can see,
And standing in the door is the only girl for me.
The reason that she loves me, and we walk hand in hand
Is because I'm a Christian, and we both know where we stand.
I'm a simple man, and I love the Lord.
We know that He'll provide our needs.
Yes I'm a simple man, and I love the Lord.
His love is everything to me.
And there's a few things that I'd like to say to you.
There still is one thing that I need.
Someday, when the end of my road has come,
I hope to see my Lord say "Thanks for a job well done."
Now if you see my life as happy as can be,
The mystery is not so hard. It's a gift, and it's free.
This gift is in a book my Lord wrote for me.
You can have it too, and then you will see
Why I'm a simple man, and I love the Lord.
His gift is everything I need.
Yes I'm a simple man, and I love the Lord.
His love is everything to me.
His love is everything to me.
Over The Top
By Whitecross
In the rough, think you're tough,
Don't need no help from no one.
Load your gun, just for fun,
Bullets make you feel like someone.
You think, another drink,
Might solve your problems baby!
Think again, It's a dead end,
Gonna kill you, and I don't mean maybe.
It's up to you, which way will you choose?
Listen carefully, you don't have to lose.
He's put us over the top,
Ooh, we don't deserve it.
Over the top, there's hope for you and me.
Over the top, with Jesus we will make it.
His power has loosed our chains,
His love has set us free!
Blaze a trail, end in jail.
On the run your heart is poundin'.
Hit the street, it's then you meet
Another gang, and the war call's soundin'.
You try, to live a lie.
Good looks are all you need.
What a shame, a losin' game.
Stood up, how your heart bleeds.
He's put us over the top,
Ooh, we don't deserve it.
Over the top, there's hope for you and me.
Over the top, with Jesus we will make it.
His blood has washed away our sins,
Now we have victory!
You see, just what you need.
At the door the Lord is knockin'.
Open up, He'll fill your cup,
Calm the sea if your life boat's rockin'.
If you decide, not to hide,
He'll take you by the hand,
Show you to somethin' new,
Lead you on to the promised land.
Heaven's Calling Tonight
By Whitecross
I hear the sound of a trumpet,
I can see the Glory of God.
The tears have been dried from my eyes,
Feel warm in the presence of love.
Children march as they lead us down streets of gold.
Everlasting peace within us,
The face of the Lord we will ever behold.
Heaven's calling tonight!
Now won't you turn from darkness to light.
Heaven's calling tonight!
I know my worries are over,
From now on my Jesus will reign.
Old things are gone forever, my friend.
A crown of life is what I've gained.
I see a king on a white horse riding with power untold.
The Lord God will be our leader.
The Lamb that was slain, forever sits on a throne.
Can you hear it? Can you see it?
Children singing songs of great joy,
Forever with Jesus,
Hand in hand, each girl and boy.
LYRICS FROM WHITECROSS
IN THE KINGDOM 1991
No Second Chances
By Whitecross
The rich man lived in luxury
He was always wantin' more
And Lazarus the beggar
Laid at the gate covered with sores
It wasn't long and the beggar died
The angels carried him to Abraham's side
When the rich man died he felt the torment of hell
He looked up, his voice rang like a bell
Give me one more chance to do things right
Just one more chance, I'll follow the light
But there's no second chances, the Host of Heaven cried
No second chances, you listened to lies
The rich man, oh, he couldn't go back
To warn his brothers of his fate
Now we've been given the charge
It's up to us, now don't hesitate
Are you livin' in the comfort zone
Storin' up treasures that soon'll be gone
Or tellin' your brother that Jesus died
So on that last day you won't hear Him cry
We Know What's Right
By Whitecross
Your love for the city
Full of sin, what a pity
When You arrive they don't know who You are
You came unto Your own
God's love will now be shown
They don't know You're the bright and morning star
So blinded by their law
Their hope will burn like straw
We know what's right
We'll stand and fight, it's time to rise
Come on and see
The victory before your eyes
Your death for the city
So complete, it wasn't pretty
They didn't understand what You had planned
You arose three days later
Death was strong, but You were greater
Still those closest to You could not stand
So blinded by their pain
Didn't know what they would gain
If you know so well the right thing to do
For you not to do it is wrong
Yesterday is gone, now whatever you do
Just remember to whom you belong
In The Kingdom
By Whitecross
Saw the headlines just the other day
Said the wall's comin' down
Said the peace is just a breath away
One world, one voice, on happy family
Yeah, that's what the world believes
I read my Bible just the other day
Said the Kingdom's comin' down
Jesus said the Kingdom's just a prayer away
One Lord, one God, one faith eternally
Yeah that's what the church believes
We're alive, we are strong
We're a nation, we belong
Let us all stand together in the Kingdom
No more darkness, no more night
We are children of the light
Let us all stand together in the Kingdom
Heard a newsman just the other day
He said a war was comin' down
He said destruction was just a breath away
One world, one war, one awesome tragedy
Yeah, that's what the world believes
I heard a preacher just the other day
He said God's glory's comin' down
Just as the waters cover all the seas
One King, one crown, one reign forevermore
Yeah that's what we have and more
In the Kingdom
One Lord, one God
Na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na
One name above all names
All stand together in the Kingdom
Na na na One King, one crown
One reign forevermore
All work together in the Kingdom
In His Hands
By Whitecross
In a warm house, your heart is cold
A young girl feeling so alone
Your family there, they say they care
They don't understand the burdens you bear
There in the quiet, He whispers your name
Oh, if you answer, you won't be the same
In His hands, there is comfort
In His hands, there's everlasting love
In His hands, He will hold you
In His hands, He will lift you up
A young man putting on a bluff
'Cause late a night you just wanna die
Alone in your room you hide away and cry
There in the quiet, He whispers your name
Oh, if you answer, you won't be the same
Good Enough
By Whitecross
Some people said He was a prophet
He was a teacher of the law
Was He the one and only Son of God?
Did they understand who He said He was at all?
Won't be no doubtin'
Cause in the end we all will shout
That's good, good enough
That's good enough for me
Well that's good, good enough
That's good enough for me
Now if you think He was a legend
Well listen, I've got news for you
His story would've died a long time ago
One day soon we'll see His words were true
Won't be no doubtin'
Cause in the end we all will shout
He's the Rock of Ages, the Cornerstone
A sure foundation
And we're all goin' home
Love Is Our Weapon
By Whitecross
There's a war goin' on
And are you ready to fight
Our weapons are not of this world
They belong to the light
By His power we demolish strongholds
Put our enemy back in his place
And even though we live in a world of sin
When we walk with the Lord we win
Love is our weapon
We need to use it
Love is our weapon
Let's not abuse it
Well, it begins on our knees
When God's children start to pray
Then the devil has to flee
By His power we will demolish strongholds
Put our enemy back in his place
And even though we live in a world of sin
When we walk with the Lord we win
You Will Find It There
By Whitecross
If you sometimes cry out in the night
And in the darkness you can't see the light
You feel there's nothin' more to do
You think all hope is gone for you
And all you've wanted was peace of mind
Your pursuit of happiness has robbed ya, robbed ya blind
Just remember what you heard before
When your heart of stone becomes an open open open door
There's peace in the presence of the Lord
You will find it there
Take His hand, He will lead ya to the joy
You will find it there
I searched this land from shore to shore
My quest for self it don't mean that much anymore no no
In this path that I have taken
Ooo so many times I've been forsaken
And all my dreams that have been shattered
Have caused me to see what really matters
Just remember what you heard before
When your heart of stone becomes an open door
Ooo there's peace in the presence of the Lord
You will find it, you will find it there
Take His hand, He will lead you to the joy
You will find it there
There's peace, peace in the presence of the Lord
You will find it there
Just take His hand, He will lead you to the joy
Oh you will find it there, you will find it there
There's peace, peace in the presence, presence of the Lord
If He Goes Before Me
By Whitecross
I know your eyes see me as being weak
And without any strength or wisdom to call my own
I know the odds they don't favor me
But my friend have you forgotten I'm not alone
The Father's here with me
Already fighting the battles I can't see
If He goes before me
How could I ever lose
If He goes before me
Before I ever begin
I know I'll win
If he goes before me
Remember David, so young and frail
Not afraid of fighting battles with simple things
He stood against the great warrior
That fell and gave to victory her sweetest ring
These pages are true
And I believe what David already knew
Tell Me The Time
By Whitecross
Went walkin', people were a gawkin'
Saw him like many times before
He was dirty, a little topsy turvey
No one cared about the burden he bore
I was thinkin', man this dude's been drinkin'
Could he even hear what I had to say
My nerves a jumpin', heart started pumpin'
As he looked up I started to pray
O dear Lord please give me wisdom and help me to be led
He walked up to me, looked right at me, and this is what he said
Say, can you tell me the time
Time to be leavin'
Hey, can you tell me the time
It's time for you to see
Say, won't you tell me the time
Time to be receivin'
Hey there, looky here, I'll make it clear
If you listen, I'll tell you the time
Well, I told 'em the lies the devil sold him
Would only bring more pain to his heart
There was Someone I knew he could rely on
To help give his life a brand new start
And all the burdens that he had always carried
Could be buried by Calvary's love
The price was paid there, but no He didn't stay there
He conquered death so we could join Him above
Dear Lord won't ya please forgive me, I led him as he prayed
And from now on he will be ready for that rapture day
Now he can tell you the time
And now he is believin'
Hey he can tell you the time
His blinded eyes can see
Oh he can tell you the time
The time he did receive Him
No more Mr. Poor, brand new score
When he prayed, he opened the door
And now he turns to you
And in him there are changes
He knows just what to do
He knows a lot of funny strangers
And all the love he's found
Puts an end to eternal danger
He's tellin' you the time is now
Check out this guitar sound
Say, can you tell 'em the time
Hey, can you tell 'em the time
Won't you tell 'em the time
Don't ya pout, never doubt, check it out
Tell 'em what it's all about
Say, can you tell me the time
Time to be leavin'
Hey, can you tell me the time
It's time for you to see
Say, won't you tell me the time
Time to be receivin'
Hey there, looky here, I made it clear
They'll listen so tell 'em the time
Holy War
By Whitecross
Listen, sound a warning, hear the angel of the Lord
Jesus comes, bringing justice, not peace but a holy sword
Tremble every demon power and principality
The day comes when you'll confess Him
With all creation on their knees
Come on, Gabe, stop trippin'
My god is gaining while yours is steady slippin'
Look around, the church is dying
Step off punk, there ain't no point in trying
To make your case, I'm in your face
With the news that your crew's 'bout to be disgraced
We're bold, cold, 'bout to put you on hold
Like a twenty dollar suit we're gonna watch you fold
Holy war, holy war
He is Lord, Jesus is Lord, Jesus is Lord
Listen, heed the warning
Thru the heavens and thru the earth
He returns to claim his people
Made alive in the second birth
Rise up, holy nation, you are victors in Jesus' name
Take a stand and raise a standard
With the word that we proclaim
Hold on, homes, get a grip
I'm droppin' science on the Revelation tip
It's a fairy tale, a bedtime story
There won't be no Armegeddon cuz we're gonna steal the glory
From your so-called King and the posse He brings
Won't be no thing but a chicken wing
We're living large, and takin' charge
Gonna park you like a car in your momma's garage
Holy war, holy war
He is Lord, Jesus is Lord, Jesus is Lord
Let the trumpets sound about the universe
We proclaim the glory of the Lord
Jesus Christ has gained for us the victory
He's already won the Holy War
LYRICS FROM WHITECROSS TO THE LIMIT 1992
It's My Life
By Whitecross
I hate this feelin', I just don't know
The cards you're dealin' fell on the floor
What's this you gave me, I can't believe
With the shuffle of life I'm torn
It's alright, this too will pass
I'm as sharp as broken glass
No need to worry, no need to fear
I wanna make just one thing clear
Feelings are like the wind
They come and they go
Ooh don't you know
It's my life, and I'll do what I want
It's my life, go on and leave me alone
It's my life, and I know what I need
You hear me devil, I said it's my life
And now this mornin' you come along
You're My Lord
By Whitecross
Sometimes I feel alone
I wonder where You are
Sometimes I forget
That I am safe within Your arms
Then I realize that You won't leave
You're there for me, I just got to believe
You're my Lord
I love You so
You're my Lord
I want the world to know
I'll never be ashamed
After all You've done for me
Peer pressure has no power
Your love has set me free
I'll just stand my ground
I know that's right
It's what Your power I fight this fight
All my friends, they my walk out
That's okay, I know what life's about
Yeah all my friends, well they may walk out
But that's okay 'cuz I know what life's about
And you're singin' the same old song
I will not worry, I will not fear
I'm gonna make this ooh so clear
Feelings are like the wind
They come and they go
Ooh don't you know
You better listen up close
I will not follow you
I'm gonna stand with Christ
Don't wanna end up with you
LYRICS FROM WHITECROSS HIGH
GEAR 1993
I'M ASKING YOU TODAY
By Whitecross
Are you lonely, feelin' no one's at your side
Are there things you think you need to hide
I've been with you waiting from the very start
For you to open up your heart
I will give you back the wasted years
With my hand I'll dry your tears
I will give you all that you will need
Will you give your live for Me
Are you hurting, will you let Me have your pain
Let Me wash away the guilty stain
I am waiting for you to call My name
Then you will never be the same
I am the door to heaven
Why would you wait another day
How could you say tomorrow
When I'm asking you today
I will give you back your wasted years
With my hand I'll dry your tears
You will never be alone again
I'll be with you till the end
COMMING HOME
By Whitecross
For this son of mine was dead and now is
alive again;
he was lost and now is found.
So they began to celebrate.? (Luke 15:24)
I know I?m the one who did the wrong
The days are hard and the night is long
I?m trying to find my way back home
Standing outside in the pouring rain
Feeling so cold and alone again
I need to know if You?re still by my side
I want to feel Your embrace again
You?re the only One I can call my friend
Chorus:
I?m coming home ? back to where we began
The road is long but I can get back again
Divided we fall but together we stand
I?m coming home
There?s only so much a man can take
Without forgiveness a heart will break
If You still love me, I need to know
So be my shelter from the storm
And take me back where it?s safe and warm
And let me feel the touch of grace
I know how much of a fool I?ve been
But I?m praying for the chance to come back again
Dancin' In Heaven
By Whitecross
Showdown in my Sunday school
I broke my teacher's favorite rule
Got up on my feet one day
Dancin' all my blues away
The fire came down, I began to move around
Teacher said to me, Son this cannot be
Dancin's not allowed
You're beginning to draw a crowd
I said, Teacher if we could see
In eternity we'll be...
Dancin' in Heaven
The angels and the sons of men
Will party in God's presence then
Dancin' in Heaven
Like David did in days of old
Upon the rock the does not roll
In America
By Whitecross
I grew up, here in America
Where good people worked hard
And everyone got along
I thought things were fine, here in America
But I was wrong
It seems it's all black and white, here in America
Either the color of money, or the color of your skin
Used to know wrong from right, here in America
And we will again
We can all live together
With Christ as our Lord
And us united in Him
We will all live forever
When the King of kings comes again
Through the eyes of our God, I see America
With no black and no white
None in bondage or free
Because Jesus is Lord, here in America
And He'll always be - Oh yeah!
We can all live together
United in Him
I said, Teacher, I just can't sit still
He said, Son, this thing is not God's will
Dancin' is an evil thing, it doesn't fit the hymns we sing
An angel then appeared and said, Man quit bein' weird
You can dance before the Lord
And your praise becomes a sword
If you let the Spirit move, even you can catch the groove
You can take a hint from me, for eternity we'll be...
When the Son of Man comes for us
We'll join the angels in the chorus
We will learn what it is to praise Him
We'll dance unto the Lord
Right now make sure that your motives are pure
You can be sure, it'll be pure
And we're gonna dance unto the Lord!
Designed
and Maintained
By Scott Stuhlmacher
2003