I always find great solace in the songs Pap and Paul sung over the years. Yesterday I got an old hymn they did on my mind and it’s still running around in my head today. The name of it is “What Can Jesus Do?”
When I was a girl we sung the song at church. It has uplifting lyrics and a peppy tune that sort of intensifies or builds as it goes along. I always felt like it was uniting the whole church in hope when we sung it.
What can Jesus do with a heart that’s steeped with sin
What can he do with no hope of life within
Lift up the fallen man out of the sinking sand
Through Calvary’s saving plan
That’s what he can do
What can he do for you though helpless sad and blue
He’ll do what other powers can never do
Hear ever time you pray drive all the clouds away
Turn darkest night to day
That’s what he can do
What can Jesus do with a heavy laden soul
What can he do with sorrow yet untold
Give to your heart a song till all your burden is gone
Your sorrow will have flown
What can he do for you though helpless sad and blue
He’ll do what other powers can never do
Hear ever time you pray drive all the clouds away
Turn darkest night to day
That’s what he can do
What can Jesus do when the chilling hand of death
Lays hold on you and you draw your final breath
His love will still provide guide safely ore the tide
To Canaan’s happy side
That’s what he can do
What can he do for you though helpless sad and blue
He’ll do what other powers can never do
Hear ever time you pray drive all the clouds away
Turn darkest night to day
That’s what he can do
I hope you enjoyed Paul and Pap’s lovely harmony and the uplifting words.
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May God continue to wrap his loving arms around you all at this saddest of times. RIP Miss Cindy
God be with each and everyone of you. prayers still going up for you all.
Bless you all. Some time ago I attended a funeral and a quartet of family and friends sang this song.
It is unique in that a woman wrote the words, not as a song, but as her own eulogy. Sometime the words were given to a member of the bluegrass group Blue Highway . They put a melody to it and they worked it up into a song that they have sung at nearly every show for over 20 years now. After the funeral that day, I downloaded the song from iTunes as soon as I got in my truck. I then listened to it on repeat for I don’t know how long on the 3 hour drive back to SE KY. May the Lord provide comfort to your family during this hard time.
https://youtu.be/thVep6NpfKw
The prayers for your family from far off Hawaii are on the rise. I hope that you take comfort from all the well-wishes from people all over. We have a saying in Hawaii— aloha ‘oe,it’s not goodbye, but until we meet again., a song penned by Queen Liliuokalani, our last reigning monarch. Thank you for your blog.
Eddie and I Pray for each one of you. We hope with The Lord’s Stength, Guidance and Support You will get through such a family tragedy. Hold on to the Cherished Memories. Please Accept Our Heartfelt Sympathys and Deepest Regrets. With Love Eddie & Sue Fisher
I had not heard that song before, it is so encouraging! Thank you for sharing. My prayers go up for Mat and all the family for God’s comfort and peace. May God bless you and yours❤❤
These words from “Take my hand, precious Lord” came to my mind about our dear Miss Cindy. As age and illness grips us, we sometimes yearn for home. “Precious Lord, take my hand. Lead me on, let me stand. I am tired, I am weak, I am worn. Through the storm, through the night, lead me on toward the light. Take my hand precious Lord, lead me home.” Be strong for each other, and know that your tears are a natural healer. God bless and comfort all of you is my prayer.
Tipper and family,
I know your hearts are hurting and mine hurts for you; especially for Matt. I just want to add my voice to the many who are praying for you at this sad time; wishing you all the very best.
Wow, what a treasure and a blessing to have a library full of videos and all the oral histories you do. Such a beautiful song. Not only is it an uplifting reminder of Gods grace but you have a cherished piece of history right there.
The night before my grandfather passed, he read his favorite excerpts to us from one of his favorites about Chuck Yeager, the first pilot to break the sound barrier. Calm and steady was his voice in his 90’s, and thankfully my sister recorded it. Keep doing what you do.
What a beautiful & perfect song for today! I have never heard that song but will copy the lyrics & look at it often as it is a good reminder of what God can & will do for us during our life here on earth. Prayers & hugs to you & your family & for strength in the days to come. Hugs!
There is another song about those dark cloud days that tells you that you can pray them away, Pray the Clouds Away. We have just come through a week of dark clouds, thunder and lightening and rain. More than once I thought to pray it away then thought God has his purposes beyond our understanding.
This morning I stepped out into sunshine and a cloudless sky. I know that your dark clouds will not go away so easy but put your trust in Him who brought you here to bring you out.
I also heard Jar Flies singing (if you can call the noise they make singing). They have probably been waiting all week for the dark clouds to roll away so they can start their chorus.
Such a wonderful beautiful song and even better the beautiful voices singing it. How wonderful to have these uplifting videos of these lovely hymns sung by your loved ones. May the peace that passes all understanding fill your hearts today and always. Jesus is always near and hears our call. God bless you all dear hearts as you grieve and remember so lovingly your Miss Cindy.
What a beautiful song and what a powerful reminder that all our joy is found in Jesus. He can truly drive all the dark clouds away. What a beautiful blessing to be able to lean on Him during difficult times. Thank you for sharing Paul and Pap singing this beautiful hymn.
What a great song! I’ve never heard this one, but what a perfect reminder aand comfort of what He can do! I’m praying for you all this weekend as you get ready for tomorrow. Much love, Jane.
What a beautiful song! Where would we be without Him?? Continued prayers for all of you.
Your family is so blessed to have that wonderful soul satisfying music around so often. Your fathers voice is soooo beautiful and your brother so talented and all I can think is you have peace in the valley when praising God. King David couldn’t have ordered a better form of praise!
Thanks for sharing. I needed to be reminded of what Jesus can do.
Thanks Tipper, for this encouragement, and Miss Cindy’s and y’alls trust and belief in our Jesus.
Tipper, watching that video I got to grinning looking at Paul and Corey. I thought to myself how much they look like “mini me’s” of Pap Wilson! I also like the wood paneling and cabinets in that kitchen- like it matters, right? I have paneling in my informal living room (which nobody likes, but me cause it’s a blast from the past and I think of daddy putting it up all proud of “hisself”) and Id like to think it’s “my” Biltmore billiards room (or as close as a poor hillbilly can get.) I aim to keep my paneling btw. I think it’s PURTY! Lol. There ain’t nothing Jesus can’t do and this song is beautifully performed as well as the meaningful lyrics. May God bless you all and “them”Wilsons in the holler!
Thank you.
It has been a long time since I heard this song. Like so many of the old time hymns, the words are so truthful. Last night, I listened for more than a hour to Pap, Paul and the other members singing these old gospel hymns on you tube, some of them I kept playing over and over. Still praying for all of you.
oh I love that song. I’ve never heard it before. But is sure is comforting. Prayers are still going up for you and your family. we love you all!
beautiful song, lovely singing and playing…God bless you all, Tipper, continued prayers at this time..
Such a treasure to have these videos. I went to church all my life but that’s one song I never heard, but I love it and agree it is uplifting. Thinking of your family.
Without Jesus, my life would be empty and meaningless. He is my Rock, my Strength. He fills my days with wonder and awe. He carries me through the worst of times, and makes the best of times even more glorious.
“Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless His Holy Name!”
Psalm 103:1
Donna. : )
That is a wonderful old gospel song that expresses beautiful Bible truth about our Lord Jesus Christ. They sure did a great job playing and singing it.
Thank you for sharing this song. I don’t know how people can do it without Him.
I hope you get time to spend in your garden today. God Bless your family.
That’s a beautiful hymn, Tipper. It says so much about Jesus’s power to heal and love. I have been praying for you, Miss Cindy and all of your family. Take care, Tipper and know that she is looking over you along with Pap.
such a wonderful peaceful song and they do a wonderful job of it. God Bless you guys. Memories are a good drawing tool to use again and again.
I always enjoy hearing a tune that Pap and Paul sang. They had such beautiful harmony. I love the words to What Jesus can do. I’d never heard it before, until today. Thank you for posting it! I’m so thankful for our Savior and give Him praise every day for giving His life for us, so we can have an eternal home in glory. Thank you, Jesus!
Beautiful reassurance for your family and all your grateful viewers!
God bless you Tipper Pressley and comfort you in Jesus name, praise God Ms Cindy don’t suffer no more ,I’m getting baptized Today! Jesus saves!!! praise God for Jesus our Lord and Savior, Hallelujah Hallelujah!!!
These are some precious memories you have here. What a treasure these videos are for you and your family.
I was praying for you and the family before I even got out of bed to start my day. I sure hope that the Comforter is helping with the loss of Ms. Cindy.