Chris Turner's Memoirs

Monday, November 18, 2013

"He was born in Bethlehem" (Christmas Song)

"He was born in Bethlehem"

It was a starry night so long ago when the angel first appeared

He proclaimed to the shepherds now listen and do not fear

I bring you joyful news this day as the angels burst into song

Glory to God in the highest your Saviour today is born

Chorus

He was born in Bethlehem on that Christmas day

The star shone on the stable as He slept upon the hay

Emmanuel was His name He was sent from heaven above

Jesus came amongst His own He was given out of love

The brightest star in the sky would guide them on their way

Singing and shouting as they went peace on earth today

Let’s all go to Bethlehem to see this wonderful thing

Hosannas rang throughout the air as the crowd began to sing

Chorus

He was born in Bethlehem on that Christmas day

The star shone on the stable as He slept upon the hay

Emmanuel was His name He was sent from heaven above

Jesus came amongst His own He was given out of love

Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty Prince of Peace

Everlasting Saviour His Kingdom to increase

Emmanuel our God’s with us to walk on common ground

Unto us a child is born His love was so profound

Chorus

He was born in Bethlehem on that Christmas day

The star shone on the stable as He slept upon the hay

Emmanuel was His name He was sent from heaven above

Jesus came amongst His own He was given out of love

Written by Chris Turner

November 18, 2013

Chris Turner is a residential/commercial
painting contractor in Edmonton Alberta Canada
chris_turner@shaw.ca

Thursday, November 14, 2013

"I cannot play ‘Guitar’ but I sure can write the words" (Song)

"I cannot play ‘Guitar’ but I sure can write the words"

I try to play guitar but it’s always out of tune

When you hear me play you will think I am a goon

I cannot play the chords or read music that’s quite clear

“Cause when I play guitar I can only play by ear

Chorus

We’re not always gifted in the things that we like best

Even though we try to play just give it a rest

It’s not what we’re supposed to do it’s proven to be true

You’re talented at something else this is not for you

As I thought, that I was talented I played a little more

However, after a while, my ear was feelin’ sore

It started to hurt when I reached the higher notes

I thought that I should give it up and say “Adios”

Chorus

We’re not always gifted in the things that we like best

Even though we try to play just give it a rest

It’s not what we’re supposed to do it’s proven to be true

You’re talented at something else this is not for you

I thought that I should try, something else for awhile

I just don’t have the talent, as this is not my style

You’ll think that this is ludicrous and find it quite absurd

I’ll stick to being a lyricist and just write down the words

Chorus

We’re not always gifted in the things that we like best

Even though we try to play just give it a rest

It’s not what we’re supposed to do it’s proven to be true

You’re talented at something else this is not for you

Yes, you're talented at something else this is not for you

Written by Chris Turner

November 1^st, 2013

Chris Turner is a residential/commercial
painting contractor in Edmonton Alberta Canada
chris_turner@shaw.ca

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

"We’re in God’s army now" (Song)

"We’re in God’s army now"