There’s Blood on Your Hands
November 13, 2008
I’m sure you know that tingling feeling as the hairs stand up on your neck, when you hear your favourite song; when you’re deeply touched by a melody or some great lyrics…
I’ve been listening to a song recently that has spoken to me in a wonderfully prophetic way, bringing on a tingling experience.
The song is called “Instead of a Show” and it’s on Jon Foreman’s latest “Summer” EP. It is a product of Biblical prophecy straight out of the book of Isaiah, as Jon describes in a live acoustic performance of the song.
I don’t need to provide any commentary on the song – the lyrics speak for themselves:
Your eyes are closed when you’re praying
You sing right along with the band
You shine up your shoes for services
There’s blood on your hands
You turned your back on the homeless
And the ones that don’t fit in your plan
Quit playing religion games
There’s blood on your hands
I recommend all of Jon’s latest solo material in his three EPs. He so clearly sings out of real passion and communicates so much of his heart (and God’s) when he does.
ive heard this song a number of times but ive never really listened to the verse. good stuff.
also, there is 4 ep’s…
Four EPs, yes you’re right! And I knew this because I have them all and they are named after the four seasons… who know’s what I was thinking…
Wow…that’s challenging,…reminds me a bit of Keith Green,…his lyrics are heaps challenging as well.
I felt the tingling as well, when I read this song. It’s so right, but sadly we don’t hear these kind of songs on the radio or in church:-(!