Story Behind The Song
My (then) publisher in Nashville called asking for songs about angels for Stella Parton's upcoming project. I wrote it that day, but the project was put on hold due to the 9/11 attacks in New York. Song has been recorded by 2 other (small, independent) artists, but not a "mainstream" artist-- yet. INCREDIBLE response to this song when I perform it live.
Song Description
Exploring the realities of angels in our lives. Title from the Bible's Book of Hebrews, about "entertaining angels, unaware" when we are kind to strangers.
| Song Length |
3:45 |
Genre |
Country - Contemporary, Folk - Country |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Gracious, Enchanting |
Subject |
Angels, Encouragement |
| Similar Artists |
Reba Mcentire, Amy Grant |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
Vs. 1: Sometimes I feel the breath of Heaven, and I can almost see
Holy angels standing with flaming swords, watching over me;
But sometimes Heaven's angels don't come in robes of white,
But tattered clothes and a cry for help in the middle of the night.
Chorus: Entertaining angels, unaware;
Sometimes appearances can fool you;
You may see a stranger standing there,
But he (she) may be the one the Lord sent to you;
So don't overlook the little things, or the little ones,
Or someone who needs your care;
For you just might be entertaining angels, unaware.
Vs. 2: A word of hope in a desperate moment from someone you've never known;
A helping hand when you least expect it; they're there--and then they're gone.
Sometimes they're invisible, and sometimes in disguise;
But always working, always helping, I hope we realize (we're)
[CHORUS]
Bridge: Angels are mighty warriors fighting for our lives;
And with God's help, all the power of Heaven is always by our side.
[CHORUS]
Entertaining angels, you just might be entertaining angels..... unaware.
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