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WHY ME LORD, WHO AM I? (3 OF 5)

by Donald Cantrell

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:18
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Why Me Lord, Who Am I? (3 of 5)
Series: Putting the Thanks Back Into Thanksgiving
Donald Cantrell
2 Samuel 7:18


Theme: Who are we to receive the benefits and blessings of God

2Sa 7:18 KJV - Then went king David in, and sat before the LORD, and he said, Who [am] I, O Lord GOD? and what [is] my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto?

I - The Precious Setting of this Story ''God's Fabulousness''
II - The Probing Significance of this Story ''God's Forthrightness''
III - The Peculiar Symbolism of this Story ''God's Faithfulness''

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The Story Behind Kris Kristofferson's 'Why Me Lord'

By the early 1970s, Kris Kristofferson was one of the biggest names in Nashville and country music in general. Like Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and other country singers, the ''Me and Bobby McGee'' singer-songwriter was known for his rough ways and party lifestyle.

But it was this classic country gospel song that would become the biggest hit of his career. ''Why Me Lord'' or ''Why Me,'' as it's sometimes called, was written by Kristofferson during a low period in his life, after he attended a religious service conducted by the Rev. Jimmie Rogers Snow.

With backing vocals from Kristofferson's soon-to-be wife, Rita Coolidge as well as Larry Gatlin, ''Why Me Lord'' was actually inspired by Larry Gatlin's song, ''Help Me Lord.'' The song was considered perfect to be sung by Kristofferson, as it was about a man who'd gone out and lived life but was now ready to humble himself before Jesus.

It was Gatlin's song and the church service Kristofferson attended that inspired him to write the song. As Kristofferson explained that the pastor asked, ''Is anybody feeling lost?'' ''Up goes my hand,'' Kristofferson said.

The pastor followed up by asking if Kristofferson was ready to accept Christ into his life. ''I'm kneeling there,'' Kristofferson continued, ''and I carry a big load of ...

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