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Steadfast | Story Behind Song

Judith Baker | LeBaker Music

Originally supposed to be a Latin grove replacing one of the songs I took off the In Spirit and Truth project. The Lord gave me this powerful rock anthem, inspired from my theme scripture Psalm 108:1, A psalm of David (my distant Great-Grandfather) that says. “My heart, O God, is steadfast; I will sing and make music with all my soul…”

A Soldiers Life

I’m no stranger to commitment and hard work being a military gal. When I took my oath of enlistment I agreed to fight for this country against all enemies foreign and domestic. As a Christian, being a soldier in the Army of the Lord takes on a similar connotation. My commitment to God and this Christian life is not always easy but I am not backing down. I will continue to read, study and sharpen my sword as I relish in the fact that the battle is not mine, it is the Lords. It is my honor to serve my country but it is an even greater honor to be in the Army of the Lord.

Production Notes

When Doug heard the demo he immediately felt a rock-n-roll song so he combined a classic rock feel and the Latin piano and we were excited. Doug recommended Mike Stewart to do a killer guitar solo during the bridge. Then Doug heard all kinds of fun and strong back-up vocals which really finished the song off. The words are inspired by all my years of military service and my service for the Lord. I am proudly serving in the Army of the Lord! When you serve God there is victory and He will conquer!

A Few Military Memories

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Lyrics

(Verse 1)
I am on the battlefield for my Lord,
Pressing upward, pressing onward,
To a great and high reward.
I am devoted to you calling, yes my Lord.
Your faithfulness gives confidence,
I give allegiance in this war.

(Chorus)
(Steadfast) I am a soldier of the Lord.
(Steadfast) Mighty warrior with my sword.
(Steadfast) Pressing on to my reward.
I am marching on the Zion,
You better believe it! I am so steadfast!

(Verse 2)
I will stand up and be counted for my Lord.
There is victory, You will conquer,
Just as you’ve done before.
I accept you for your faithful, yes my Lord,
The battles is not yet over,
But You’ve all ready won the war.

(Chorus)
Repeat Chorus

(Bridge – Guitar Solo)
Oh………(vocal slide)

(Chorus)
Repeat Chorus

(End Tag)
(Wo wo steadfast, marchin, marchin, marchin, we are so steadfast) I’m Steadfast!
(I said steadfast) I am marching on the Zion, you better believe it (you better believe)
I am so steadfast (marchin, marchin, marchin, you better believe)
You better believe it I am so steadfast!

If you like this one check out “Freedom’s Not Free.”

Steadfast © 2005 Judith Baker (ASCAP) | Publisher LeBaker Music (ASCAP) | Music, Lyrics and Background Vocals by Judith Baker | Sound Recording and Production as work for hire by Doug Gazlay, D-Grooves Studio, Atlanta, GA 2005 | Electric and Rhythm Guitar: Mike Stewart | All Rights Reserved
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God Still Makes a Way | Story Behind Song

Judith Baker | LeBaker Music

A Way is a poignant reminder that no matter what you are going through, God Still Makes a Way | Story Behind Song

 

Story Behind Song

Judith Baker | LeBaker Music
This photo was taken at a time in my life when I was going through some trying times. The photographer thought this shoot went great – little did he know what I was feeling or hiding inside. I can see the despair in my eyes.

This song came to me during a very trying period in my life. I was battling my own demons as the saying goes and I really began to turn around and realize God called me to do something big for His kingdom, but the devil had sent me obstacles and I needed God more than ever. I needed God to be in control. I was in my own bondage and caught up in a situation I did not know what the outcome would be. It’s a long story for another time. But I surrendered and God delivered. He is the God of third and fourth and. . . chances.

I wrote this to encourage those incarcerated or in bondage. I had been very affected by incarceration during this period in my life. I still share a burden for people that society has sometimes forgotten.

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I had a chance to meet and minister to some of those incarcerated. I  sees how the devil thinks he can twist, and trick and destroy lives in attempt to steal souls. Better yet, I see how God made a way for us where there is no other way.

Keep those in any bondage in your prayers.

Production Notes

The song was titled “God Will Make a Way.” There are already several variations of songs with the same title. When my producer and I were working on this song in the studio the Holy Ghost said to me – “look at what I have brought you out of – I Still Make a Way.” So I was moved to change the title to “God Still Makes A Way,” because He does! He truly does, so don’t ever give up. 

Lyrics

(Verse 1)
When you see no end, to the pain and despair
When no one else really seems to care
God still makes a way, God still makes a way

When troubles are high and spirits are low
He has a miracle you need to know
God still makes a way, God still makes a way

(Chorus)
Yes God will, He still makes a way.
No need to turn back, He’ll step in today.
Whatever the problem, I’m here to say,
God will do it, God still makes a way

(Verse 2)
Call on the One, call on Him now
If you’re confused, He will show you how
God still makes a way, God still makes a way

I can say to you in need
Gods still on the throne, He’ll take the lead
God still makes a way, God still makes a way

(Chorus)
Yes God will, He still makes a way.
No need to turn back, He’ll step in today.
Whatever the problem, I’m here to say,
God will do it, God still makes a way

(End Tag)
Whatever the problem, I’m here to say
God still makes a way
Ooo He makes a way

God Still Makes a Way © 1991 Judith Baker (ASCAP) | Publisher LeBaker Music (ASCAP) | Music and Lyrics by Judith Baker | Sound Recording and Production as work for hire by Doug Gazlay, D-Grooves Studio, Atlanta, GA 2005 | All Rights Reserved
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