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Thats When I Fall Down Upon My Knees, Song Version

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This is a song about someone reflecting on their life, especially their mistakes, and losing hope. Then after remembering God's love and forgiveness, he is spurred onward to make the changes needed for complete restoration to God's favor. The music and vocals are done by Seth Butler an accomplished composer/songwriter. I'm very pleased with his interpretation of my lyrics and hope you enjoy it. For more information contact him sethbutlermusic.com.

Thank you Seth for an amazing song!

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Updated lyrics May 19,2020 to flow better. THAT’S WHEN I FALL DOWN UPON MY KNEES There’s no way- I’ll see another sunrise My hope is gone- as I'm contemplating my life Prospects are bleak- that’s just the way I’m feeling My strength is gone- and my will to live is fading Here in the dark- Even my shadow has left me I spiral down- into a pit of misery That’s when I- remember that you still love me I kneel to pray- and throw all my cares upon you Chorus That’s when I fall down upon my knees And then I beg you Lord... Don’t turn your face away from me I know I’ve made a mess out of my life Could you help me please? When I feel like it’s the end That’s when I fall down upon my knees I cannot lie- I know I’m running out of time And I know- that your patience is wearing thin I must change- if I’m ever going to save my life Oh please dear Lord- help me fight all my sins and win! Chorus That’s when I fall down upon my knees And then I beg you Lord... Don’t turn your face away from me I know I’ve made a mess out of my life Could you help me please? When I feel like it’s the end That’s when I fall down upon my knees Chorus repeat Finale That’s when I fall down upon my knees That’s when I fall down upon my knees repeat and fade Re-posted with music and vocals July02,2020 John Derek Hamilton June 14,2018 Copyright © John Hamilton | Year Posted 2018

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/4/2020 11:22:00 PM

We are all kneeling at the alter of your fine lyric poem, John! Congrats on POTD. Cheers, Gershon

John Hamilton
Date: 7/5/2020 9:57:00 AM

Thanks Gershon!

Aditi Mishra

Date: 7/4/2020 2:13:00 PM

You truly are a wizard of emotions and words in this outstanding song John. All the accolades it receives and will receive are just tokens of appreciation for such a soulful melody. Haven't all of us at some point turned to God when everything seemed to end, in that bleak hope of finding comfort and courage. Congratulations on POTD! I'd love to play this one on loop. :) God bless you

John Hamilton
Date: 7/4/2020 3:11:00 PM

Thanks Aditi for your generous comments, I am pleased you like it, and your opinion is highly esteemed. Thanks for your kind visit!

Panagiota Romios

Date: 7/4/2020 12:15:00 AM

Tres Bien! Congratulations Panagiota

John Hamilton
Date: 7/4/2020 8:18:00 AM

Merci beaucoup! PR

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/3/2020 11:48:00 PM

Such a heart touching song, John, loved it totally:) congratulations on your POTD too:) very well deserved:)

John Hamilton
Date: 7/4/2020 8:18:00 AM

Thanks Jo

Mark Koplin

Date: 7/3/2020 11:10:00 PM

Great job! Congratulations on potd

John Hamilton
Date: 7/4/2020 8:17:00 AM

Thanks Mark

William Darnell Sr

Date: 7/3/2020 10:23:00 PM

Hello John. It's written superbly, well-versed, and, greatly penned, couldn't get any richer, my friend. You should feel proud here, you deserve this honor! I felt your pain, pulled me right in, further and deeper. Again, excellent penmanship. One of my favorites now. Congratulations on POTD, too. Best of Wishes, William

John Hamilton
Date: 7/4/2020 8:17:00 AM

Thanks William nice to see you pass by my page, thanks especially for the fave!

Eve Roper

Date: 7/3/2020 10:00:00 PM

great inspiring poem, John, congratulations on POTD. Hugs Eve

John Hamilton
Date: 7/4/2020 8:16:00 AM

Thanks Eve

John Watt

Date: 7/3/2020 8:10:00 PM

Wow John, by the time I got over here to leave you a comment I see you were awarded POTD! Congratulations, this lyric deserves the honor. I loved the tune that Seth put to it, and hope you will pass along to him my words of praise. You two make a great team and I hope you do more collabs. I loved the arc from deep darkness and despair to the hope afforded by praying to our merciful God. Excellent, my friend. ~ John

John Hamilton
Date: 7/4/2020 8:15:00 AM

Thanks John

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 7/3/2020 6:42:00 PM

Back with my congrats...so happy to see your beautiful song as POTD! Hugs, Rhonda

John Hamilton
Date: 7/4/2020 8:15:00 AM

Thanks Rhonda

Brandy Nicole

Date: 7/3/2020 3:48:00 PM

So wonderful seeing this poem- this song chosen as Poem of the Day. Congratulations John. I am still drifting in the melody, in your the words. Hugs, Brandy

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 6:21:00 PM

Thanks Brandy I do appreciate the honor!

Heidi Sands

Date: 7/3/2020 2:52:00 PM

Yay! Congratulations for your award winning song for POTD John! I am happy for you :) Pass on Congrats to Seth too. This came together so well :)

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 6:20:00 PM

Thanks Heidi I will, thanks for remembering him!

Maureen McGreavy The Insolent Rib

Date: 7/3/2020 1:45:00 PM

Beautifully done John, congratulations on POTD. xomo

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 6:19:00 PM

Thanks so much Mo!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/3/2020 1:19:00 PM

How wonderful that your lovely song is being honored with POTD John! Congratulations my friend! Blessings xxoo

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 6:19:00 PM

Thanks so much Connie!

Jeanne Mcgee

Date: 7/3/2020 1:09:00 PM

Beautiful. Congrats on your POTD.

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 6:18:00 PM

Thanks Jeanne!

Mark Toney

Date: 7/3/2020 12:48:00 PM

Back with congratulations on Poem of the Day! ~Mark

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 12:53:00 PM

Thanks Mark it was a nice surprise!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/3/2020 9:24:00 AM

Congratulations with your song and your POTD win. A "great" write. I love your line, "That’s when I fall down upon my knees." Enjoy your win and day.......

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 12:34:00 PM

Thanks Paula I do appreciate your nice visit and comment!

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/3/2020 9:08:00 AM

- Congratulations with your wonderful song, John :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 12:33:00 PM

Thanks Anne-Lise nice to see you today, thanks for your congrats it was a nice surprise!

Jenna Logan

Date: 7/3/2020 8:49:00 AM

Hello, John. Your poem, whether in verse or lyric form, is filled with a beautiful rendering of faith. The chorus touched me deeply, and congratulations on it being chosen as potd.

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 9:02:00 AM

Thanks Jenna, yeah it was a nice surprise potd, I'm so pleased you liked it and left your kind thoughts!

Arturo Michael

Date: 7/3/2020 8:41:00 AM

Ok...the gates are open...RUN with it...let's listen and read some more of what you've got...Congratulations John on POTD...

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 9:00:00 AM

Thanks Arturo Potd was a nice surprise, glad you came back for a second visit, I do appreciate it!

Silent One

Date: 7/3/2020 8:08:00 AM

finally after all that pestering, you have finally produced a song with your great lyrics.. Is that you singing??? If so, then you have a brilliant voice.. Look forward to so many more... A great choice for POTD.. I'm glad you ship is now sailing...

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 8:59:00 AM

Hey SO no that's not me singing it's a songwriter I found and he helped me out with the music and vocals. Actually I did have another one recorded last year I posted it, it was a country song and I didn't care for it too much. I actually have 3 others that are recorded and I'm pitching them to radio and tv so here's to hoping! Thanks so much for your encouragement!

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 7/3/2020 6:20:00 AM

We all need to fall down on our knees. Hey! Has there ever been another SONG that made POTD? Wow! This is fantastic! Congratulations my friend!

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 8:56:00 AM

Hi Caren thanks for the visit and kind words, yes Mark Massey had a few songs, and at least one I remember was Potd. He also had one in the top 100 all time, but then he left and took it all with him! Thanks so much for your support!

Sandra Adams

Date: 7/3/2020 6:19:00 AM

Wow John. This song gave me goosebumps .. it sounds so beautiful sung and the lyrics and music mesh so well together. It has me singing it still long after the music stopped! Bravo John And congratulations on Potd. Well deserved :) hugs

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 8:54:00 AM

Thanks Sandy I'm really glad you liked it thanks so much for your kind words and visit!

Winged Warrior

Date: 7/3/2020 5:05:00 AM

Say What!...back to Congrats!! on POTD!!~Johnny Boy...just brilliant my lyrical friend...^WW^ :o)

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 8:52:00 AM

Wow 2 visits I am honored and surprised by potd, I am grateful for your fave!

Beata Agustin

Date: 7/3/2020 3:11:00 AM

Thanks for sharing this... the lyrics so earnestly express the sentiment of a soul, beseeching God for help; the melody echoes the longing of the heart for the Lord's salvation; the singer reveals the purity of faith, trusting in Christ. God bless you as you keep inspiring though your poetry that is set to music.

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 8:51:00 AM

Thanks Beata I thought you would like this one!

Winged Warrior

Date: 7/2/2020 9:54:00 PM

Say what!...brilliant-fav...^WW^ :o)

John Hamilton
Date: 7/3/2020 8:50:00 AM

Thanks WW this was a nice surprise POTD, glad you liked it, thanks especially for the fave!