I just lost the best friend of my life. We started playing guitar in the past 3 years together as he taught me. I started at 65 learning guitar. He was patient. We played Christian songs. Gospel songs. One week ago we played for my wife's birthday celebration. We both played so long and hard our fingers were sore for two days! He's been playing for 40+ years but because of many health issues he hadn't been playing except when we got together, which was about once a month. He had almost died twice already- on operating table, re-start his heart for instance-, but three weeks ago he told me he WANTED to go. He looked worn out. I told him I understood the feeling- this world is NOT our home, some of you know it for real- , "but I would like to ask you to stay around a little longer so we can play a couple times more"... he told me he wanted to go. There was nothing left here to bind him. He was in constant pain, yet didn't complain. He actually went to the gym and "worked out" with the equipment and walking the track. He could not feel either foot. He had the big toe and part of his foot removed due to the diabetes, yet he walked! He did fall too many times, but he was amazing. He was my younger brothers best friend, and was 6 years younger but was wiser than his age. I'll see him again, but the chair he played in is empty. It's facing me as it did while we played and my wife would sing. It's empty. He's never sitting there again. I have a guitar he suggested to me three years ago sitting in his chair. The chair is empty, but I'll see him again. The Tomb was empty, and I'll see Jesus soon. I don't care if some people don't like me saying that. I don't care. I will see the Lord, not them when I'm transformed. This song is one of mine and his favorites and Alabama nails it! Singing with conviction, nobody trying to out-do the others for attention ( tell the truth. There's a lot of groups who are talented PERFORMERS and have routines of comedy mixed in with their "worship" concerts. They seem to compete for the audience's attention. It's incredibly disrespectful, imo. ), and the music was perfect as it could have been. Thanks to all involved. Thank God, and may He bless all who have suffered loss of loved ones and who have the certainty of seeing them again in glory with the Lord.

@lanadellhatestheclock3325

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss. 😔 Book suggestion: At Peace In the Light. Very helpful to me after my boyfriend died many years ago.

@Guide1089

3 жыл бұрын

@@lanadellhatestheclock3325 Thanks for your book suggestion. I'm at peace. So is he. I'll miss him a lot, but we'll both be okay. I'm kinda short on time so I mainly read God's Word ( I can't read as much as I'd like, my eyes have grown dim and I have fewer subjects that I study in earnest). It has never failed. Thank you for your consideration. I truly appreciate it.

@WildlifeSA963

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your testimony. Very touching.. yes you will see the Lord and your friend in heaven. Be blessed. From South Africa.

@Guide1089

3 жыл бұрын

@@WildlifeSA963 Thank you so much. I had forgotten about posting. I don't do it often. I had to that night. I will think about you when praying. How are things there? The mainstream news shows South Africa as being in turmoil. Are you safe? Are Christians persecuted there? ( sorry for all the questions ) God bless you.

@jeremyrobarts867

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss. I know you have wonderful memories of your friend.

Absolutely an amazingly beautiful memorable hym!!! Love it still in 2023!!!❤️❤️❤️

@claudiamedina769

9 ай бұрын

So do I !

@eggnognation2.074

5 ай бұрын

How old are you and wats yr name. I love this song and I am 52

@jenniferdijames1671

Ай бұрын

I love Alabama. I'm 42 .I will be 43 in October. Yuck.

There is something so calming so peaceful about this performance. Loved it!

Thank you Jesus for loving us💜💜💜

Oh Randy Owen; what a beautiful voice you have. Love this so much! Thank you Jesus for giving us Alabama!

If this song doesn't make you cry, nothing will.

@benjaminmcdougall8805

4 күн бұрын

Thanks bro, I don't feel so bad now, He is so good to us man 👍

Just A Closer Walk - Daily living, we need you, Jesus.

Gordon Mote is one of the most brilliant piano players in existence. He has such a good ear that he can hear the sustain difference each finger gives. Blows my mind.

@adrianuswentink

3 жыл бұрын

du hast recht

@margaretwhittaker2291

2 жыл бұрын

A God given talent. Beautiful gift, God bless him.

@tatortot-uj5fu

2 жыл бұрын

Amen!

@lesvitraux

2 жыл бұрын

I even love watching his relaxed style of hand movement(!), even in the places that require him to be very adept.

Touching song. I played this for my Dad as he was passing to go home to our savior. He left this world so peacefully, see you agin soon.

@rhondaboncutter5812

4 жыл бұрын

This is a beautiful song! Have loved it all my life!

@GregFox-vz8ei

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you brother. Yes what a day that will be . Won't be long either you know

@rhondaboncutter5812

3 жыл бұрын

Roger, so sorry for your loss! God Bless!

@catsmeow9025

3 жыл бұрын

The beautiful Christians (Dad) who transitioned on our "pilgrimage" are HOME; 2 Corinthians 5:8🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

@JC-du6sn

3 жыл бұрын

Awmi.net Gift.😇

I just got through praying . A few minutes ago . This song come through my mind . I Googled it . Thank God for this beautiful song . And Alabama band singing and playing it . God is good he will see us through . All our troubles . And give us strength to keep going .

@rhondaboncutter5812

3 жыл бұрын

I pray all day long, but I love hearing Randy and this song, bless us all! Amen!

Love this rendition!!! Gordon Mote is a genius on piano and Alabama is pretty awesome too!! Thank God for their talents!

I haven't really dug Alabama until now, but boy, have I changed since hearing this "concert". God bless you, and thanks for posting!

@Guide1089

Жыл бұрын

It's cool to find older singers/groups to be better than one expects. This song's content makes the music and harmony come together in a manner that makes one WANT to walk with the Lord more every day! How can anyone do wrong while listening to this song? Get this song in your head, go to work, sing it in heavy traffic, come home with it still in your head. Amazing Rhythm Aces has some great songs. Get past Third Rate Romance - tho it's put together well, also - and you find some country jazz soul mixed in with the great lyrics.

it the kind of vibe that make your ears want to listen and fill your heart with joy thank you Jesus

Great gospel song. And sung by the best country band there ever was! Love it!

We love this classic hymn!! It doesn’t get better than this!! Blessings to anyone reading this comment. 🙏

@rhondaboncutter5812

3 жыл бұрын

Be safe and stay well! God Bless You!

What a privilege it is to walk with jesus

@fburton8455

2 ай бұрын

AMEN and AMEN

Wow! Praise the Lord

@marieparham5756

7 жыл бұрын

labelladetampa

I love this song so much. Well done, love the music. God be praised.

The piano player on this - is PERFECTION in talent and as an ACCOMPANIST - Bravo! I can't communicate the full meaning of this -

@betterthangold9118

4 жыл бұрын

Gordon Mote is incredible, you would never never know that he’s blind. He can play with or lead any band with perfection!

@chuckg2016

4 жыл бұрын

Don't worry about communicating it any further, Beth B. We get exactly what you're saying and you said it exactly right.

@billyfaggart8203

4 жыл бұрын

Betterthangold 911 M

@pricelessphilip

4 жыл бұрын

a blind man

Always remember no matter what life throws you just pray & know that their's people like me & I pray morning noon, night & sometimes all day & so many others praying for anyone that's in need of help & prayers with anything to help our fellowship of love for who ever needs it. Praise God hallelujah 🙌amen, amen ,amen

@premkumararumugam7732

16 күн бұрын

Pray for me, please. I am from India and please pray God will keep me faithful always.

I love Alabama and this beautiful hymn !! Just A Closer Walk With Thee. Thank you Jesus!! 🙏❤🙏

@martinkennedy974

Жыл бұрын

Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!

I am now 67 years old, when I was younger saw Alabama in concert in Cincinnati a few times! I still love them! We all have grown older, but will always love them!

@jenniferdijames1671

3 жыл бұрын

Good job Alabama. R I p Patsy Cline .

I grew up with Randy and his sisters in church. Love his voice.

Walking close to Jesus changed my life

@jasonchris9263

3 жыл бұрын

Sound good same here❣️💟how are you doing Anne hope you’re safe from the virus?

@Guide1089

7 ай бұрын

Amen! Walk on, my Brother! Walk on!

@chuckgrove8516

Ай бұрын

Amen

one of my favorite hymns. Love you, Lord.

a fantastic and spiritual rendition of one of our favourite hymns in KENYA.🇰🇪 we love JESUS. beautifully sung by Alabama.

So much feeling straight from the heart!

@lydiaandersonanderson5494

Жыл бұрын

@Hello Stephen how are you doing?

@StephenLoweFinland

Жыл бұрын

@@lydiaandersonanderson5494 I am good and you?

These are the true children of God... thank you for singing a beautiful song and making it so wonderful♥️✝️

Randy sings this song so well! Love Alabama!

@Light_Work10

2 жыл бұрын

amen!!!

@GMMayo-fk9wj

2 жыл бұрын

Teddy Gentry is an absolute doll! He dances thru out this song. Love watching him.

@paintedlady82

2 жыл бұрын

Randy sings everything well.

a great song, done by a great group and Gordon Mote on the keyboard, how could it be any better

Love this music! When I was a kid, went to a one room Church, Sunday School groups were divided up in corners! My Grandparents had 13 kids! We would all pile into the car to go to church! I loved those days! Music was my favorite part! Hope everyone can m,ake a wonderful memorie!

@rhondaboncutter5812

4 жыл бұрын

Those were some special times in my life!

I dedicate this to one of my best friends that died from Covid. He played guitar with some friends of mine. They called themselves Crown, and they sang this song for praise and worship at church.

My all time favourite hymn , thank you Jesus🙌🙌🙌🙌

I am weak but Thou art strong Jesus keep me from all wrong

"Alabama" has been one of my all time favorites. From Fort Payne to Myrtle Beach and back. There now performances have got to be in GOD'S plan for the group.

@sandramoore2728

Жыл бұрын

Hello Hacker

I HAVE BEEN IN LOVE WITH YOUR MUSIC SINCE THE 1ST TIME I HEARD YOUR ALBUM.. THERE IS NOTHING YOU GUYS CAN'T HANDLE IN THE MUSIC WORLD!!!

@emilyhayes4293

Жыл бұрын

I love it. Thank you!

UNTIRINGLY I HEARD YOU ALL AROUND TEN TIMES TODAY. GOD BLESS AND BE WITH YOU ALL. AMEN.

@Light_Work10

2 жыл бұрын

amen😇

Alabama man I still love these guys! Saw them several times in Cincinnati! Randy's voice is so wonderful! God be with us all!

Wat een heerlijk lied! Het geeft je weer power om de dag te beginnen en dicht bij God te wandelen! Ik bid dit voor alle mensen die verdrietig en bang zijn voor de toekomst. Zolang je je dicht bij God blijft dan ben je veilig en weet je dat de toekomst , met en bij Hem fantastisch is!! God heeft ALLES onder controle , hoe erg het ook in de wereld wordt. Wandel dicht bij God!!

Mighty FINE version. So glad these guys know the meaning and the Maker ...

Can't beat the OLD SCHOOL MUSICS. AWESOME AND FEELS GOOD MEDICINE FOR THE SOULS. Cheers from NZ

The musicianship of these guys is fantastic. The sound draws you into God's presence. Thank you and love from Australia.

@martinkennedy974

Жыл бұрын

Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!

Love Alabama..... absolutely love this wonderful and inspiring and just beautiful......

I was singing this one day while driving, as I finished , let it be dear Lord let it be, I pulled into a parking space facing a tag that read " Let it be "

A wonderful version of a lovely song which i,m having played at the end of my life.

@haroldrideout9959

5 жыл бұрын

Myself as well! My eyes fill with tears every time I hear this Beautiful collection of thoughts and words. Jim

@rhondaboncutter5812

4 жыл бұрын

@@haroldrideout9959 God Bless and always with you!

@rogerwilhite530

3 жыл бұрын

I played for both my Mom and Dad while they were dying. They were unconscious, I believe they could still hear me and the music. Every time I hear it now, the tears just flow from my eyes. I want this played for me too. We will all be together again soon, with our Lord andSavior.🙏🏼🙏🏼

The Lord Jesus is our shelter from the storm of life. Thank You GOD

@kathleenmccarthy2883

5 жыл бұрын

Super Clash jimmy fortune just a. Little closer walk with me

@kathleenmccarthy2883

5 жыл бұрын

Jimmy Fortune

@kathleenmccarthy2883

5 жыл бұрын

F

@rogerslaght7843

5 жыл бұрын

Superb song did you know this is the the most recorded song in History and nobody seems to know whom wrote it!

@bennyfelter2614

5 жыл бұрын

Conway Twitty,s songs

Makes me feel like a warm, caring hug!

@jasonchris9263

3 жыл бұрын

Sound sweet I like them so much 💟💕 Hello Shirley how are you doing hope you’re well safe from the virus?

Jesus will always walk with us who believes in Him. ❤

@jaysaviod9581

7 жыл бұрын

Islam will rule the world!

@marktlumac3833

7 жыл бұрын

Dont Count on it !

@rhondaboncutter5812

7 жыл бұрын

God has been with me for the last 15 months, my husband died and then his older brother! I buried 4 family member last year! God has not forsaken me at all! he has helped me so much!

@rhondaboncutter5812

6 жыл бұрын

God is with me all the time! He has helped me so much since my husband died! He has been my savior since I was 13! Was baptized then, have loved him so long! God is great!

@rhondaboncutter5812

3 жыл бұрын

@@jaysaviod9581 Jesus will rule the world!

A big Thank You for bringing me closer to God. Music has no boundaries and I’m glad to be following your music for the past few decades.

I am weak but Thou art strong Jesus keep me from all wrong I'll be satisfied as long As I walk, let me walk close to Thee Just a closer walk with Thee Grant it, Jesus, is my plea Daily walking close to Thee Let it be, dear Lord, let it be When my feeble life is o'er Time for me will be no more Guide me gently, safely o'er To Thy kingdom's shore, to Thy shore Just a closer walk with Thee Grant it, Jesus, is my plea Daily walking close to Thee Let it be, dear Lord, let it be

Learned this old hymn as a toddler in church---it was one of my mom's friend's favorite songs----sung often --so I remember it so well!!! So precious to my heart---yes, let it be!!!

Let it be dear Lord, let it be.....Praise Jesus our Lord and Saviour !!!!

What a sweet rendition of a popular prayer.

Its good to know that these guys can fall back on Salvation at the end.

first time I have heard this group. They are fantastic. Jesus lives! hallelujah brothers. See you in Glory. Ross Carapetis (Australia)

@CarlosRojas-ob8ph

5 жыл бұрын

God bless you Princessa

@rhondaboncutter5812

4 жыл бұрын

@Fred Teall Saw them in concert in Cincinnati back in early 80's, saw them a couple times, were so wonderful! I love them so much!

One will have the desire for daily walk with Jesus after having met The Saviour

@tom4bucs

3 жыл бұрын

Eternity is going to be fun!

One of my favorite hymns. ❤

@claudiamedina769

9 ай бұрын

Mine too !

Praise the Lord amen

Havenly Father may your name be praised with these soothing songs.Amen

@rhon715

4 жыл бұрын

Amen

what a blessing!

@harrygeorge3220

Жыл бұрын

Hello Dear How are you doing today?

Gordon mote just amazes me. Such an natural ....and controlled. I play piano... And learn alot from watching Gordon

Thank You Jesus!

I am weak but Thou art strong

We walk close to thee is the right decision to make in our life,and later we'll join him in his kingdom forever and everlasting life, Amen

There is power in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. Thank you, Jesus Christ for dying on the cross for the sins of every person in the world.

@judyhess1165

3 жыл бұрын

AMEN

@alansmlth7989

2 жыл бұрын

PRAISE JESUS FOREVERMORE; MY PRECIOUS LORD & SAVIOUR!

@Imnotyourmamaluke

2 жыл бұрын

Amen

Hearing one of my favourite bands singing one of my favourite old gospel songs...can't get any sweeter than that. Thankyou Jesus.

Wow is Sunday morning here first cup of coffee getting ready to go to church and happened to click on this made my day God bless everyone

As a child of the 60's I heard groups sing this right after it came out on modern gospel records. Heard it on recorded New Orleans funeral marches too. Has had deep meaning for years. As old man now "daily walking close to thee" means so much more. A walk outside, the trees, the birds, and God's blue sky on a clear day are unexplainable.

I am an ELCA Lutheran from South Carolina. This is to all denominations: If Micah 3:1-3, 9-12; Micah 6:6-8 is your Scripture(s) of the day, this is a good hymn to compliment it. We recently lost of our members. We sang this as the Eulogy Hymn. She had always requested this hymn to be sung at her funeral. She taught me in Sunday School in the 3rd & 4th grade and then in the 7th & 8th grade. We will miss you, Ms. Marjorie.

@rhondaboncutter5812

3 жыл бұрын

God Bless her !

It just doesn´t get any better than that! How would I love to be there and hum that song as they sing!

@rodolfoescobar6763

8 жыл бұрын

Please don't forget me, find me a place too!!!

God bless Alabama..

Could listen again and again..... Beautiful graceful voice you have.

Thanks Randy you have sure given me a lot of peace

Such a special rendition~

What a wonderful way to wake up...

@jeanburk9539

4 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful way to go to bed lol G'nite.

And Randy sounds soulful and good too.

A Beautiful rendition of a very touching Song thanks Mr Randy.Owens

Our GOSPEL music should sung with loads of feelings, and few tears makes it just Great. When I hear these songs I admit I tear up its about Our CHRIST and SAVIOR. AMEN 🙏

@hannahwinchester777

2 жыл бұрын

Me too. The only time i can manage to cry is getting in touch with TMH🙏❤

I am glad Alabama sings this type of music too. I have enjoyed their music since I was in highschool in Chattanooga, TN.

I love this song

@carlmorgan8452

Жыл бұрын

I love the Lord

Thank you for the playlist. God bless you

@bayardojq

6 жыл бұрын

Edward Suwu r

Just beautiful

@dannyhuffman

Жыл бұрын

Hi Beverly hope you're okay?

It's really good to hear them again.... Especially singing for the Lord!

To be close with Jesus is the best we can ever hope for

Gordon sure can tickle those ivories love to hear him play the piano ! Also love listening to Alabama sing gospel songs !

Back in good old days, Alabama came to Cincinnati quite a few times! Went to their concerts! Had so much fun singing and dancing! Great memories!

Dear Lord, just a closer walk with thee! Grant it Jesus, I plea! Help me stay off you tube in Jesus Name! He can play that piano! Our Brother Arthur can play just like that too! I am glad that God healed him of cancer! God is Great! 🙌🙌

💛💫💛💫💛 Praises always go up to the Most High! Thank You!!

I love this song! Saw Alabama in concert years ago, love this song!

Jesus please keep me and my family close to you all the days of our lives. We love you Jesus 🙏🙏🙏 Happy Easter .

@harrygeorge3220

Жыл бұрын

Hello Dear How are you doing today?

My favorite gospel song!

Amen. Love the old hymns. He sings with inspiration. Won't it be wonderful when reach heavens gate.🎶❤️

Oh yeah! Lovely, just lovely swing style.

Such a beautiful song!!

what a blessing

To God be the glory.

@jasonchris9263

3 жыл бұрын

❣️❣️🙏🙏 Hello how are you doing sandy hope you’re safe from the virus?

Thank you for this group! Praise God!

Rockstars of Gospel music. So smooth and beautiful

Dedicated to the guys in my life who are dedicated to finding you Lord in their lives. Thank you Divine for all that you do in my life

Just beautiful!

@sandramoore2728

Жыл бұрын

Hello