Song of the Week 2019 - #17 - “Beatitudes Song” (feat. Abraham Laboriel)

The Beatitudes are among the most powerful and counter-cultural teachings of Jesus. Here we learn that His Kingdom is the opposite of the kingdom of this world. Here we see that Jesus values and emphasizes the inner life of the heart before the outward life. For people who feel like the strongest, most righteous, impressive, and capable, the Beatitudes are not great news. For those who recognize their real and enormous need for Him, Matthew 5:1-12 is the greatest news ever!
This teaching of Jesus also reminds us that for those who belong to Him, even in our most painful and difficult moments, we are blessed.
As I was reading the Beatitudes in my devotions one day, I thought, “I’ve never put music to this passage,” and this song is what developed. I wanted to write a song that is musically sobering and also rhythmic to highlight the playing of Abraham Laboriel, my very special guest on this video.
Finally, I want to thank Abraham from the bottom of my heart. Truly Abe is one of my life heroes. He is a follower of Jesus who exemplifies humility with excellence and that's the kind of person I want to be. Not only is Abraham one of the most recorded bass players in the world, he has been a primary inspiration in showing me how to worship my God on my instrument. Thank you Abe, for the extreme honor of praising our God together through this song!
Matthew 16:25 NIV “For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it.”
Philippians 2:3-11 NLT “Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too. You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When he appeared in human form, he humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross. Therefore, God elevated him to the place of highest honor and gave him the name above all other names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”
Galatians 5:22, 23 NLT “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!”
Musicians:
Lead Vocals & Acoustic Guitar: Tommy Walker
Bass: Abraham Laboriel
Cajon: Bryan Taylor
Synth: Carlos Gallardo-Candia
Audio Production/Recording Engineer/Mixing/Mastering: Carlos Gallardo-Candia
Camera/Video Editors: Karley Carrillo, Carlos Gallardo-Candia and Joshua Kim
A big thanks to Justice Coleman and Freedom Church for so generously making your facility available to us!
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AMEN

[@isaacs2539]

You can tell a man who has a genuine relationship with the Lord. You could feel the simplicity and sincerity of his prayer. I was so moved!

[@MichaelDespairs]

Wow I'm just blown away. I found this upon searching for a bass sample library out of curiosity. I was searching for info on the Laboriel Compresence bass samples. At any rate you are all amazing musicians. I think that wooden box is the best kick drum I never heard!

[@jackfreebird365]

Glory and honour to the Most High, He Who lives forever. God bless you, Tommy Walker and the entire team. Love to you 😍😍

[@conniechan3280]

Thankd

[@nathanielnwachukwu9698]

Watching this in 2024 and Abraham Laboriel has not lost his music vibes.

[@renaissongsman]

Hallelujah! We need more Scripture music in a day when people write so many things with THEIR own words. And hallelujah to Jesus for Abe ... indeed a blessing!

[@umarustrings]

Yes. We need to get back to the Book.

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Amen🙏🔥❤️✅

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Grazie! !

[@leancarpearl]

So beautiful! Bless you guys too! Minstrels of the Lord. Much Love. Carl and Leann

[@jaapdesticker]

Abraham has been a huge inpiration for me for more than 30 years now, both as a bass player and as a sincere worshipper

[@mateolomocso9456]

Wow great base guitar abraham nice job halellujah

[@andrewshaun874]

This song is my favorite song from Tommy Walker Ministries. Jamming to it daily.

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Wonderful !

[@NanaAma2921]

I’ve listened to this beautiful song 5x already!

[@rayettaleigh3448]

So glad you put music to this beautiful passage...LOVELY. powerful and unforgettable. Man that man can pray!

[@elke1942]

There will be one bass in heaven and it will be played by the godfather of bass...Abraham Laboriel. "Take it Abe..."

[@ezdentalce301]

we need more songs with scripture words !!!

[@laramonicang]

Two of my fave musicians! 😍 Please don't stop making great music for the Lord. God bless you both! 🙏

[@eveimali1388]

The prayer🙏 The instruments skillfully played for God The content, tune and delivery Amen!!

[@solomonrohini]

Wow! Blessed be the name of the Lord! Wonderful bass from Abraham Sr

[@TerrenceDuggan]

Beautiful, touching, powerful, full of hope ! : )

[@christinebell8980]

Filled with so much hope for us in Christ. So powerful. Thank you.

[@aubergine28]

This guy right here is the main reason why i picked up the bass and tried to learn it. God bless you abe sr and you too tommy you guys are such a blessing.

[@michaelblaker2334]

Written for those like me, this passage means alot to me and has come up and sustained me many times in my life in Christ. Powerful stuff!

[@oluwatoyinawonigba923]

I love this. Good to see Abraham Laboriel again

[@Ebey88]

Dear Tommy and all those who are involved with him in the production of such an incredible work - THANKS TO EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU. May the LORD our God bless your self-less, rigorous and faithful labor of love. You are a blessing to God's people 🙏.

[@jackfreebird365]

Great team of vessels, to the glory of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ !

[@NanaAma2921]

Lord Jesus, thank you for Tommy Walker!!! I’ve been listening to your Songs since I was back home, Ghana. I still love your songs. I just started reading the whole chapter of Matthew 5 when I came across this power song! I said “oh my God” God is opening eyes to something. Thank you once again. God bless!!! I also love Mr. Abraham, how he plays with passion. He is great. I remember him from the album “Lift Him Up” (Ronke Noly).

[@isaacescamilla6386]

This was awesome skilled playing and well written song. Not to many song writer’s around like this anymore

[@oluwaseunokunlola8024]

This it the type of song to place on repeat for eternity.

[@samuelkwekutetteh9962]

Wow. Scripture filled song. Glad seeing the legend Laboooo

[@esongsore]

Indeed....love it too bro.

[@johnwright8637]

HALLELUYAH

[@ireneherrera-shan7272]

Absolutely beautiful, felt that in my heart. Thanks for sharing.

[@direthomas592]

I felt it too!!

[@claudiapienta3343]

HOLY SMOKES, this song is outstanding! Amazing!

[@Borgz34]

❤❤❤❤

[@joalrycarrefe3856]

Oh Wow Tommy. I thought this song of the week series was gone already. Just saw this and was amazed. And now with Abraham Laboriel beside you singing along with his bass. Oh Praise the Lord. Blessed are we indeed.

[@evansgreg]

Abe Laboriel Sr’s son (AL Jr) is Paul McCartney’s drummer. Incredible musical family…

[@elyse527]

Amen. This is a blessing. Thank you for sharing and God bless this ministry. Inspiring!

[@NanaAma2921]

I’m wondering why someone will give a thumbs down to this beautiful scriptural song🤷🏾‍♀️

[@johnie3101]

it was a mistake

[@theversestudio1982]

Wow! So in love with this song. God bless Tommy and Abraham.

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❤️❤️❤️

[@nateapostol7932]

Amen! Beautiful song... what a gift guys to be given back to the giver!

[@824thor]

Best worship ever!

[@RobinGRaju]

so much of creativity you are a living legend may god bless you and use you powerfully

[@NathanBarrow605]

Incredible. Moving prayer, fantastic musicianship, and pure heart of worship.

[@thebabbler8867]

Abe, the legend at work.

[@gustavomxsd123]

Look at Abraham Laboriel in the video and be amazed jaha, it's amazing your ministry guys, I'm always listening to you from Chile, I'm always looking forward to seeing another great song of yours every week, what a blessing, regards (i use Google traductor to write this haha, I hope I said it all right jehe)

[@PYROprod1]

Godbless to both of you such a great music for our God. Inspired to be a musician who plays whole heartily to HIM. May blessings pour upon you always amen..

[@artphinney8830]

Although I've been a follower of your ministry for quite a while... It is moments like these the express a pure devotion to the Lord in your songs, in your pursuit of music excellence and those who walk with you... like Abe and Bob... thank you for being faithful. You inspire us all...

[@ILovePennsylvania]

Beautiful song right from the scripture! Enjoying your Book of John in song reading plan. Really great. Abraham, Will always admire you Maestro!

[@pame.ocares]

more songs with abraham!!

[@scottlovesplayingbass3495]

I love Abraham !!!!

[@joshuatuazon15]

Amen! 😊❤️

[@sallyloudwill5738]

Bless you guys for sharing such inspiring worship, love it.

[@hemilyvaleruz2153]

Fantastic. Great musicians for God

[@lorettal7585]

Thank you my God, Godbless your ministry.

[@Apiribo]

Powerful! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@johnie3101]

my heart is jumping

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Amen!!!😭😭😭😍😍😍

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Wow!! To God be the glory!!

[@DarrylDevar]

Amazing, wow...

[@pickingflowers]

Neat 😁

[@trumpetknox]

Incredible musicianship. PTL.

[@francisz.giralt1967]

Amen!🙌🤗❤️✝️

[@jimmy_chacon]

this is AMAZING

[@maem7636]

🎶💓🎶✴👍👍✴🎶💓🎶 " Thanks for singing this song and sharing with your viewers. "

[@enockanning3250]

God bless you guys!!!😁😁😁

[@filthysakura2256]

I did not know about this. I was searching Apple Music for Tommy’s albums and found this.

[@keepsinging2]

Just recently been studying the Beatitudes and listening to teaching series called "Solid Ground" by Jill Briscoe. www.tellingthetruth.org/listen/series?name=solid-ground&sid=8f3def7e-d76d-4ada-9d14-726af31ed681 Now to hear your song Tommy Walker! Thanks for writing powerful Christian lyrics with amazing music. What a gift! And thank you Abraham Laboriel for your genuine prayer of worship and your powerful music.

[@6690698]

Can someone please tell me the Yamaha model Abraham plays? I've seen him use it in numerous other videos and no one knows! Beautiful song by the way!

[@hinnelein1]

What brand and model is the cajon?

[@achuMtk624]

I believe its a Fat Congas Strings Cajon

[@ElaprinceEP]

Where is your church tommy

[@jackfreebird365]

Glory and honour to the Most High, He Who lives forever. God bless you, Tommy Walker and the entire team. Love to you 😍😍

[@yurthing]

AMEN

[@joshuatuazon15]

Amen! 😊❤️