Richard Smallwood wrote this during a dark time in his life. He was a caretaker for two people, one with Alzheimers and one with cancer. He originally sat down to write a "Woe is me" song , but this kept coming out instead. It's what he called "Valley praise".
@GreatBehoover
6 жыл бұрын
During one of my darkest hours and worst nights of my life, I remembered Paul and Silas praising God in the prison cell. I was simply amazed that they desired to Praise God in the midst of circumstances so dire and hopeless. They were beaten and imprisoned for serving the Lord God, and yet here they were singing praises to Him. I noticed that their chains fell off in the midst of their praises. I desperately wanted relief from my afflictions and began to praise God. My praise turned into a deeper and deeper thanksgiving as I was praising His Holiness and His great name. Suddenly I began hearing voices of angels singing praise to God.it was simply the most beautiful sound that ever hit my ears and yet it was inaudible. I finally sensed after hours of pure praise that God wanted me to see what He had done. I looked around and my family was no longer sick. Totally healed! I continued praising God and have never had a glimpse of heaven like that before or since. They were singing You are Holy, Holy, Holy. So Holy It was harmonious and glorious and more beautiful than even the Hallelujah Chorus. Thanks for the music that you allow God to sing through you.
@laurenwalker4221
5 жыл бұрын
@@GreatBehoover God is truly good, bless you for sharing this testimony
@susancanas3274
5 жыл бұрын
Wow!.. this is a Spirit-inspired song and words. It is so anointed spilling-over me. In my life as a Person with disabilty, every word is so true, Jesus is the Source of my strength and the Strength of my life, i lift my hands in total praise to Him. Thanks for the info.
@carolineanthonisz4611
5 жыл бұрын
To all out there. We are one being.
@joserioscorrea3400
5 жыл бұрын
@@GreatBehoover I completly believe what you are telling us, He's that way, always a yes or no!! (for the best fo us), God continue blessing you and your family in Jesus name amén.
@daphenernorwood
5 ай бұрын
My mom passed away last Thursday 1 day before her 76th birthday and 3 days before my 56th. She was my best friend but I know She’s in a better place and pain free.
@brendafitzpatrick6999
7 жыл бұрын
Our 24 year old son went to Heaven Feb 12, 2016. I had prayed and prayed for his healing from leukemia. It was so hard to reconcile with God after this. I refused to listen to any praise music even though I had been a praise leader in church for years. When I did hear this son, I broke and cried and cried. It really ministered to my brokenness.
@user-jz9jw3xf3q
5 жыл бұрын
Brenda Fitzpatrick Agree, this song reflects total surrender despite when our heart is broken .I pray that God will continue to bring you peace .
@barbarabaker1688
5 жыл бұрын
Praise God that this song ministered to you Brenda. You have the great hope of one day being with your son in Heaven & together you will Praise & Worship Our Lord & Saviour. Bless you. 🙏🙏🙏
@pamelapotts5042
5 жыл бұрын
Brenda Fitzpatrick AMEN
@ysk281
5 жыл бұрын
God will do healing broken hearts
@rasheedwalton
4 жыл бұрын
Brenda Fitzpatrick God bless you I pray and hope all is well in the mighty name of Jesus ! God haves a plan stay lifted!!!!
@dr.berryfx8580
5 жыл бұрын
The "Amen" is the closest to a heavenly experience you can get on earth💓
@destinyrobinsonrobinson5063
3 жыл бұрын
Amen
@jeanlc
3 жыл бұрын
Amen
@stapletong
Жыл бұрын
My church has a touring youth choir for kids 7th-12th grade. We just finished our twentieth anniversary tour to Colorado. This was one of our songs. It was my favorite out of all songs for that sole reason. Chills every time man. Amen 🙏🙌
@blakesmith7922
11 ай бұрын
Amen
@gaielleable
10 жыл бұрын
Lord, I pray for those prisoners whether or not they are still where they were when the choir blessed them. I pray for restoration, for brokenness, for peace and most of all for salvation. I pray that the seed planted that day bears fruit and that even now you may make yourself known in their lives and the lives of their families. In Jesus name I pray. Amen!
@jkmensah5180
6 жыл бұрын
gaielleable 9j
@jkmensah5180
6 жыл бұрын
gaielleable pj
@delorecewalcott1180
3 жыл бұрын
Amen
@jenniferprice6498
3 жыл бұрын
Amen ❤
@patrinasheppard6476
Жыл бұрын
Amen!
@susancanas3274
5 жыл бұрын
i am a person with disability since i was 2. I said this should be my song. "YOU are the SOURCE OF MY STRENGTH; YOU are the STRENGTH OF MY LIFE. I lift my hands in total praise to YOU!
@christinaescajeda1901
4 жыл бұрын
Amen
@delorecewalcott1180
3 жыл бұрын
The Lord is the strength of your life, and he is the source of your strength
@jvw1274
2 жыл бұрын
YESSSSS🥰❤️
@paulettemorgan9959
4 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite songs of all times.It reminds me of how totally dependent I am on God.
@PSkitt82
12 жыл бұрын
...and those are only a select few of the choir. Imagine if it was the ENTIRE Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir!
@samuelkim7595
8 жыл бұрын
Literally just sat down and cried.
@creambox1013
7 жыл бұрын
Samuel Kim v
@bruh-zb3ib
7 жыл бұрын
Op
@rasheedwalton
4 жыл бұрын
g. caule lol this son is overpowered 😢🙏🙌🙌🙌
@rasheedwalton
4 жыл бұрын
Song*
@nowfaith777
8 жыл бұрын
God deserves "Total Praise" If I had ten thousand tongues I still couldn't praise God enough.
@jessicablasingame6276
2 жыл бұрын
Hallejuah!
@anniemarshall5791
2 жыл бұрын
This is my Gift from my Heavenly Father sending this Group, Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir to my IPhone this day. I’m thanking Him right now & sending to share these praises of His Holy name to my family members. This choir is a Gift from God. I will be listening to them daily. Hallelujah & keep praising our God because this world needs this gospel everyday.🙏🏿🙏🏿🌹🌹🌺❤❤
@rhicks8476
3 жыл бұрын
This song always makes me cry tears of joy at his grace and mercy!
@davelittle965
7 жыл бұрын
I love the part at 5:30 when the choir comes back in. Even more, I love the diversity of the performers. The church should be the model for multicultural harmony and love!
@delawaredon9902
9 жыл бұрын
One of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard! !!!
@dglssttn
9 жыл бұрын
As I settle, traveling the wave, the awareness of balm, of "Bosom", my eyes trickling wells of gratitude, mind in rememberance, appreciation of increasing capacity and perpetual discoveries. Remaining is that soothing confirmation that I am that I am and not alone in divinity! Yes, have a continued great day!
@laurenwalker4221
5 жыл бұрын
Yep
@eyakm7596
5 жыл бұрын
Lord, I will lift mine eyes to the hills Knowing my help is coming from You Your peace You give me in time of the storm You are the source of my strength You are the strength of my life I lift my hands in total praise to You Lord, I will lift mine eyes to the hills Knowing my help is coming from You Your peace You give me in time of the storm You are the source of my strength You are the strength of my life I lift my hands in total praise to You You are the source of my strength You are the strength of my life I lift my hands in total praise to You I lift my hands in total praise to You Amen, Amen Amen, Amen Amen, Amen Amen, Amen
@janetcooper6269
7 жыл бұрын
This song NEVER gets old!!! ALL PRAISE-TOTAL PRAISE-Belongs to JESUS!!
@omelelliston2746
7 жыл бұрын
My God is Awesome::: May he continue to bless their Angelic Voices,And so harmonious,,, Could you imagine the Choirs in heaven??...We cannot Articulate, what kind of God we serve:::Thank you Jesus::we adore you Lord 💞😇
@delorecewalcott1180
3 жыл бұрын
Amen
@maricafasolato7060
3 жыл бұрын
I conducted Total Praise hundreds of times in Italy and in Europe, and every time it was a strong emotion, to me, to my singers and for the audience. What a powerful song! Thank you so much for this piece of heavenly music ❤
@saded6050
6 жыл бұрын
The Amen part gets me every time
@charmzz6
5 жыл бұрын
Lyrics: Lord, I will lift mine eyes to the hills Knowing my help is coming from You Your peace You give me in time of the storm You are the source of my strength You are the strength of my life I lift my hands in total praise to You Lord, I will lift mine eyes to the hills Knowing my help is coming from You Your peace You give me in time of the storm You are the source of my strength You are the strength of my life I lift my hands in total praise to You You are the source of my strength You are the strength of my life I lift my hands in total praise to You I lift my hands in total praise to You Amen, Amen Amen, Amen Amen, Amen Amen, Amen
@Wallyt.964
3 жыл бұрын
Miss T. Crozier thank you for the lyrics
@jenniferprice6498
3 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for writing the lyrics , GOD Bless You In " HIS " Love 💖
@doctorotis3743
7 ай бұрын
Without words, I am..
@wendy2cc
5 жыл бұрын
I don't know how the people remained seated when the "Amen's" came in. So powerful, I think the angels joined in.
@rednaxula
10 жыл бұрын
I was on the floor sobbing uncontrollably before this was over!
@ChistianTCMI
10 жыл бұрын
I too dropped to the floor in humble adoration and prayer for our precious Lord. I just had to share this with you. God bless and keep you in your salvation.
@JoyHarrison
10 жыл бұрын
It's powerful and inspiring!
@Dyamanti22
4 жыл бұрын
Holy Spirit.. Amen
@earleansmith8608
4 жыл бұрын
Me to I could not control my self a song so spirit filled and listening now in time of injustice in the world love this choir this is what oneness looks like
@gerigustin2086
Жыл бұрын
Thank You, Lord, for inspiring Richard Smallwood to write this majestic hymn of praise. Perhaps You have more in the Library of Heaven? Send down here! AMEN
@Lightning433TLD
2 жыл бұрын
Just because you are in prison doesn't mean you're not free. There are free people who are locked behind bars of there own making. Just a thought.
@TJ-gt1zz
6 жыл бұрын
This song has lifted me up during some of the darkest hours and days of my life. And I am continuing to give honor and praise to God Almighty. Because he can do anything but fail ☝️....
@danielhawkins5612
3 жыл бұрын
No basses in choir?
@sidneybowen1065
9 жыл бұрын
My dear friend passed away yesterday after spending 50 years praising God here on earth and now he's experiencing "Total" praise with our Father I'm heaven. This song and BTC's rendition is one of my favorites and now has more meaning in my life as to how I approach God in praise ams worship.
@mikeeaton8483
5 жыл бұрын
This is such a blessing to me. I am a Pentecostal missionary working in Belize and this is my nourishment when I am feeling weak and tired. It reminds me why I am doing this. Thanks to everyone involved.
@valerielewis6164
11 жыл бұрын
The prisioners are no longer bound that's how we can praise God!!
@pennyzacharisen7614
8 жыл бұрын
And the Holy Spirit said, "Amen!"
@lodylody2645
9 ай бұрын
Sahlom selamat pagi saudaraku, kiranya nama Tuhan Jesus di masyurkan sekarang ini sampai selamanya amen
@Godhumbledme
10 жыл бұрын
OH Lord, if only I had sufficient means to praise you as you ALONE deserve. Oh magnificent God, creator of all, I praise and worship and adore you!
@quick4love
12 жыл бұрын
God doesn't see color. Whether your black, red, yellow, white, to him we are all the same to him. This is song is amazing. =)
@bluetiger3422
9 жыл бұрын
Nothing more beautiful than God's children singing together in TOTAL PRAISE
@donparadice3488
13 жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter about the version, it's the song, the lyrics and the emotions of those singing and touched by the Lord through the Blessings of Music.
@sheryle.75
8 жыл бұрын
Absolutely Angelic! My God can you just imagine the heavenly choir? Hallelujah! I am translated to another realm floating on the wings of the wind! Thank you Jesus!
@jayculotta5561
8 жыл бұрын
Do you realize this took place at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola? PRAISE THE LORD!
@MichaelGaribaldi
8 жыл бұрын
Those "Amen"'s at the end are KILLER !!! I had the pleasure of accompanying a church choir with this song, I'd never heard it before, but sight read the music and when the "Amen"'s came in at the end I was totally blown away! I went from "Meh, it's ok" to "HOLY COW THIS IS FANTASTIC!!!" I've loved the song ever since!
@michaelelia
11 жыл бұрын
I love this song
@The_Ratchet_Roach
4 жыл бұрын
I cry everytime I hear this beautiful song. ❤️
@lucie028
5 жыл бұрын
Total Praise : WONDERFULL!!!.AMEN.
@angelareid9872
2 ай бұрын
This beautiful hymn brings tears to my eyes.
@patriciadavis7822
3 жыл бұрын
THIS SONG MEAN SO MUCH TO ME AND I LOVE EACH AND EVERY WORD GOD BLESS YOU RICHARD SMALLWOOD, AND ALL WHO SING THIS SONG, SO BEAUTIFUL
@Grayson1696
10 жыл бұрын
I would love to give this one billion likes. It's one of my favorite songs from one of my favorite and most anointed choirs on the planet.
@lovesavacuum
12 жыл бұрын
Memories! Must have been 20 years ago, a choir from a nearby black church came to sing a concert for us. For their last song they sang the typical 3 part version of this. Our choir sang a 4 part version recently so our director ran up on stage afterward and called us up to sing it with them. We mixed in with our guests and we all sang together from memory. They had not heard it with a bass part and their obbligato was new for us so we both had a great time praising together in new ways. mike
@praiseworthy1087
2 ай бұрын
PRAISE s the only gift we can give to YOU LORD, TY for the gift of praise. And yes YOU are the source of of strength And so we lift our hands in total praise to YOU AMEN
@bohemianprincess8545
11 жыл бұрын
Powerful, even those who are in prison acknowledge GOD and PRAISE HIM. THANK YOU LORD for your grace and mercy.
@deuceswildjr
14 жыл бұрын
This choir has blessed me beyond all measure for eleven years ever since i was re-born. If there is a more annointed choir than this one then God kept it for Himself. There is not one day goes by that i don't listen to this choir. I can't thank God enough for all the blessings i have received from this choir over the past eleven years. Absolute spiritual bliss, Praise God, thank you Jesus!!!
@7craiglyon
Жыл бұрын
I have love this song for many years. I love the french horn. My spirit loves the trumpet. Listen to the fullness of the french horn one is around 3.35 minute. The trumpet will Sound and we will be like him.
@GMMoss
3 жыл бұрын
2021, this song will never grow old.
@julieschultz6363
8 жыл бұрын
This Sunday, my husband's (great big predominantly white evangelical Presbyterian) church is getting a new pastor and the choir is doing this song. We've blown the roof off of that church with this song twice (per request) in the past, and I can't tell you what an experience it is to sing it. I totally lost it both times--I cried and shook through most of it, it's so powerful. His church may not have a very demonstrative congregation, but the Holy Spirit is alive & well and quite active in our choir loft! Praise God!
@moisesinda
5 жыл бұрын
Hi, do you have this instrumental music to sing this song? Thanks !!!
@ronniejohnson15
7 жыл бұрын
Glory to God, how beautiful and filled with the spirit. How could anyone sit while this choir is singing.
@alisaxmarie
8 жыл бұрын
I'm a proud atheist but something about this song just moves me so much and makes me feel so much gratitude for the universe and our tiny but amazing existence in it.
@nickramos6745
8 жыл бұрын
Same
@wyattangle
8 жыл бұрын
Same here.
@sofrshsocln4
4 жыл бұрын
That's what the meaning is man. Gratitude. Glad you could receive the message
@nathleewalters3138
4 жыл бұрын
Ditto
@victoriaray8056
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for listening, dear one. I am praying for you today. I met Jesus at midlife and I live in joy now. How precious you are!
@jewelEclear
8 жыл бұрын
Well done. A little taste of how big worship to God in Heaven is.
@gillianevans477
9 жыл бұрын
I lift my hands in total praise to almighty God.
@gillianevans477
7 жыл бұрын
Amen
@delorecewalcott1180
3 жыл бұрын
Amen
@sands122808
10 жыл бұрын
When they hit that chord at 1:33 it's ON! And the Amens at the end wrap up one beautiful song. Now to figure out who will sing this at my funeral......since BTC is more than a few states away from me :)
@MichaelGaribaldi
4 жыл бұрын
It's on at 4:40 when they start hitting the "Amen" s!!
@msnikkydiva
10 жыл бұрын
this is absolutely beautiful, may the lord be exalted in all the earth.
@Chelltheworshiper
8 жыл бұрын
What a blessed gathering of believers. I can't wait for Heaven!
@jayculotta5561
8 жыл бұрын
Do you realize this took place at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola? PRAISE THE LORD!
@theboss161
8 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@4bella63
7 жыл бұрын
Angola used to be the worst of the worst ! But the warden, who is a believer and follower of Jesus, has made a long-lasting impact on the facility and the inmates. Listened to an interview with him on Moody Radio and watched a documentary on the phenomenal difference his compassionate love has made in the lives of once condemned men. They now know where there eternal security lies, where there are no bars ! As this song so tenderly explains....
@jeannehollestein6374
7 жыл бұрын
SoSoAlexis can you send me the titel of the documentary?
@christopherfoxall3361
6 жыл бұрын
Rochelle Settle
@carolabear5555
Жыл бұрын
Our choir sang this song and it is such a blessing. We sang it at many funerals as it is such a source of strength to families.
@dianearrington4589
2 жыл бұрын
This song just happened to come on the morning of my husband's funeral May 27, 2016-Tears flooded that moment until my daughter snatch me up for our Nail & Pedi appt.
@noelcleghorn7257
5 жыл бұрын
This expression of God's love is exceptional and brings out the true worship in all believers bless his holy name
@Pieisyummy999
6 жыл бұрын
This brings me such peace. 💕💕
@jewelEclear
8 жыл бұрын
Well done. A little taste of how big worship to God in Heaven is. Beautiful
@janetlawson1659
11 ай бұрын
Amazing..in the Hospital, this praise to God daily, started each day where I needed to be...THANK YOU
@Kittkid5
6 жыл бұрын
If your position isn't coming from Love and Joy at all moments, then you are living an illusion. Love and Joy are your Primary Purpose, period!!! God is Great!
@JohnCarter-th6kc
6 жыл бұрын
This choir has increased in strength presentation and anointing God Bless you Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir!!!!!
@elsiesmith5451
7 жыл бұрын
Praise be to God, a very present help in time of trouble. His grace is sufficient for me.
@MultiMusicus
12 жыл бұрын
It is the best gospel song ever
@KingsDaughter1957
Жыл бұрын
I LOVE the expressions of gratitude and praise on the faces of prisoners who have obviously come to Christ ... what stories we will hear in Eternity some day of how Jesus rescued us!
@motorcityswag1997
12 жыл бұрын
Glory Glory Gloryy the power of the holy ghost
@gj8436
4 жыл бұрын
I’m loving the response of the crowd! I see it as Total Praise to the Almighty God who loves, forgives and cares for His own.
@anjuswan6582
9 жыл бұрын
Oh i bow my knees and lift my hands in total praise to You my Lord
@tamarschepens8898
7 жыл бұрын
this choir has invested in worship the Lord a lot. The legacy of their believe and their worship songs is for a longgggggg time. Even if they are not around on this earth they still can be listend here and elsewhere. May God bless them and may they all be behold for His Kingdom. In Jesus name.
@SuperStoogefan
8 жыл бұрын
My church's choir and orchestra, plus the choir from another church performed this piece on Feb 21. It's powerful!
@Kibouo
8 жыл бұрын
Absolutely transcendental. You know it's good when even the singers are crying, at 6:34! I'm right there with her...
@timb6509
7 жыл бұрын
Assoluta that's Carol Cymbala: BTC Choir Director.
@LGHill
6 жыл бұрын
Amen
@stevenepsenhart4384
6 жыл бұрын
Assoluta it's the Holy Ghost moving..Glory to God
@bobfoster9817
8 жыл бұрын
Beautiful performance in every way. A very strong worship experience as well. Hope to witness a live concert sometime.
@petitetinadnurse3900
5 жыл бұрын
Who is still here on 2018 being touched by this song😧
@gwendolynsmith3746
3 жыл бұрын
He has raised me from my sickbed,sick bed,this morning! Glory to Almighty God!!! Hallelujah!!!Amen 🙏 Thank you Jesus !!!Glory!
@festusrussell1265
8 жыл бұрын
Indeed, Our Creator deserves "Total Praise"!
@joemclain3378
2 жыл бұрын
I have listened to this song so many times and it blesses me every time. What a powerful song especially to that prison. God is good
@mimir0321
9 жыл бұрын
Great Job Choir, Keep on Praising and Worshipping him in Spirit and in Truth!
@CliveAGoodwill
8 жыл бұрын
It is Ridiculously Good and Totally Staggering. Incredible and Glorious . Breathtaking
@kareenrichards1385
7 жыл бұрын
This is so POWERFUL. I never get tired of listening to this. It moves me everytime I listen it.
@omarnoah
5 жыл бұрын
Same experience here
@ligiamonteiro0
2 жыл бұрын
There is absolutely nothing like the Presence of the Holy Spirit
@paulettemorgan9959
6 жыл бұрын
I can't get usef to the praise and adoration that this song releases.Brings me to tears everytime
@sheryle.75
8 жыл бұрын
Jay Culotta, thank you for the info. Truly a special presentation. I applaud the Brooklyn Tabernacle for ministering to the inmates. Everybody needs Jesus!
@stantaylor524
8 жыл бұрын
"Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom, Thanksgiving and honor and power and might, Be to our God forever and ever. Amen." Revelation 7:12. Glory to God!! Hallelujah!
@CWMaua12
11 жыл бұрын
perfect arrangement, thanks to our HEAVENLY PARENTS, JESUS CHRIST & the HHOLY GHOST.
@NicoleFranklin
9 жыл бұрын
Just shared this with a friend. Tears and Total Praise.
@sodamncutestud2
2 жыл бұрын
Not religious at ALL but this song makes me happy. So does everyone else enjoying it
@hb8862
7 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!! Thank you for that Michael.
@akiun5659
7 жыл бұрын
oh my God..i never imagine that in this world have songs like this.its a gift.very close to heaven and full of spirit.thank you Jesus..
@paulettemorgan9959
2 жыл бұрын
This song never ceases to touch the very core of my soul. Thank you Lord Jesus.
@ryansimms5133
7 жыл бұрын
awesome song
@faylove9597
3 жыл бұрын
When the camera walk around and show the singers my mind travel to the scripture Apocalipsis the many people in white... With that voices sons amazing .. I can only imagine in heaven Angels and redimed Souls... So beautifull to be there i need to be there! Is my deep desire of my heart! Amén!
@zionayeworld1568
7 жыл бұрын
I praised dance to this song. It was truly one of the greatest moments Ive had this side of heaven. 😊😇🤗
@marrieimmaculate
8 жыл бұрын
The Lord is the source of my strength.....Amen!
@lindamiley3747
7 жыл бұрын
I give Total Praise to the Lord for what HE is to me and in my life. The Choir is absolutely awesome! Thank you for sharing your beautiful voices. The presence of GOD is all around you.
@jenniferrose779
4 жыл бұрын
Such an anointed and stirring performance. No matter how often I hear it, the tears just flow. The piece brings you right into the presence of God !
@robertpitts9288
8 жыл бұрын
THE LORD IS DESERVING OF TOTAL PRAISE AND MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IN DESCRIBIING ALMIGHTY GOD AND THE LORD JESUS THE WORD AWESOME DOESN'T EVEN SCRATCH THE SURFACE, BUT IT WILL DO FOR NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@victoriaray8056
4 жыл бұрын
Amen.
@skyhouston2001
10 жыл бұрын
This song overwhelms me with the holy spirit every time i hear it.
@finalman82
13 жыл бұрын
Praise the Lord for their Praise to HIm. We sing these songs in our choir too. We love to sing these songs. It inspires me to be a better singer for the Lord.
@leahminayo5974
9 жыл бұрын
Moving my soul I love the song
@robertdebaun6051
9 жыл бұрын
great moving
@shirleyhaughton7618
Жыл бұрын
Yes, He is truly the source of my strength! I take care of my husband, my mom and my brother. All 3 are in the same nursing home. I've come to know the ABSOLUTE TRUE.....He is the strength of my life!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾
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